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255/40 R22 Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV variants
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV is a winter tyre made in total of 108 sizes, ranging from R17 to R17 - this particular dimension is R22, which means it fits to a 22 inch/558.8mm diameter wheel. 255/40 R22 is 30mm wider than the narrowest dimension (225) and 60mm narrower than the widest one (315). This tyre profile of 40 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 40% of the tyre width (255mm), which results in 102mm sidewall height. In 255/40 R22, there is only one possible speed index for Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV - "V", which is good for speeds up to 240 km/h.
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV is made in 108 sizes, starting from 225/60 R17 up to 315/30 R23.
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Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV in tyre tests
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (255/40 R22)
Automotorsport Winter tyre test 2023 255/45 R20
very good
Ranked #3 of 7
In a field of seven competitors, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV achieved an impressive third-place finish. It received a final rating of "Very Good," underscoring its high performance during the winter motorsport event. Testers lauded its exceptional traction, cornering, and braking on snow, highlighting these as significant strengths. Additionally, it was noted for its good wet grip and aquaplaning resistance. On dry roads, the tire maintained stability, precision, safety, and comfort, although it faced some acceptable trade-off weaknesses on wet and dry asphalt due to its snow-focused design. Notably, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV excelled in several disciplines, including dry steering response, exterior noise reduction, and various snow-related categories such as braking, cornering, handling, and traction, further affirming its status as a winter tire specialist.
very good
Ranked #3 of 7
In a field of seven competitors, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV achieved an impressive third-place finish. It received a final rating of "Very Good," underscoring its high performance during the winter motorsport event. Testers lauded its exceptional traction, cornering, and braking on snow, highlighting these as significant strengths. Additionally, it was noted for its good wet grip and aquaplaning resistance. On dry roads, the tire maintained stability, precision, safety, and comfort, although it faced some acceptable trade-off weaknesses on wet and dry asphalt due to its snow-focused design. Notably, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV excelled in several disciplines, including dry steering response, exterior noise reduction, and various snow-related categories such as braking, cornering, handling, and traction, further affirming its status as a winter tire specialist.
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255/40 R22 - Best winter tyres (according to tests)
| # | Name | Our rating | Tested in this dimension | Tested in same width dimension | Segment | Price |
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| 1. | Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 | Upper-middle | £175 103 H | |||
| 2. | Pirelli SCORPION WINTER! Newer model available: Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2 | Premium | £227 103 H | |||
| 3. | Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 Suv | Premium | £307 103 V |