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Comparison: Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 vs. Zeetex WH1000 SUV (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from (Zeetex). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (86%) than Zeetex (34%). The first tyre test of Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 was done in 2020, compared to 2026 when was the Zeetex WH1000 SUV first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2026 225/55 R18 test, where both the PILOT ALPIN 5 and the WH1000 SUV were tested. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the PILOT ALPIN 5 is made in France/Spain and WH1000 SUV is made in China.

Test Profile

Michelin
PILOT ALPIN 5
Zeetex
WH1000 SUV
Number of tests
23
1
Best position
#1
#10
Average position
1.7
10.0
Latest test
2026
2026
Available sizes
153
20

These tyres were not tested together in the same test. The scores below are aggregated from different independent tests, so direct comparison should be taken with caution.

Dry
Confidence
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
100%
Zeetex WH1000 SUV
94%
Dry braking
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
100%
Zeetex WH1000 SUV
92%
Dry handling - objective
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
100%
Zeetex WH1000 SUV
96%
Wet
Confidence
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
100%
Zeetex WH1000 SUV
84%
Aquaplaning - cross
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
100%
Zeetex WH1000 SUV
72%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
100%
Zeetex WH1000 SUV
84%
Wet braking
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
100%
Zeetex WH1000 SUV
71%
Wet circle cornering
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
100%
Zeetex WH1000 SUV
89%
Wet handling - objective
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
100%
Zeetex WH1000 SUV
85%
Snow
Confidence
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
100%
Zeetex WH1000 SUV
77%
Snow braking
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
100%
Zeetex WH1000 SUV
75%
Snow cornering
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
100%
Zeetex WH1000 SUV
79%
Snow handling - objective
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
100%
Zeetex WH1000 SUV
83%
Snow traction
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
100%
Zeetex WH1000 SUV
71%
Comfort
Confidence
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
100%
Zeetex WH1000 SUV
66%
Comfort
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
100%
Zeetex WH1000 SUV
35%
Exterior noise
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
100%
Zeetex WH1000 SUV
96%
Costs
Confidence
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
100%
Zeetex WH1000 SUV
87%
Rolling resistance
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
100%
Zeetex WH1000 SUV
87%

Dimensions and prices

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Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 1 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.

Mutual tests

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
AutobildAutobild
Winter
2026225/55 R18View

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