Michelin ALPIN 6 is a winter tyre made in total of 72 sizes, ranging from R15 to R15 - this particular dimension is R15, which means it fits to a 15 inch/381mm diameter wheel. This tyre profile of 65 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 65% of the tyre width (185mm), which results in 120.25mm sidewall height. In 185/65 R15, there is only one possible speed index for Michelin ALPIN 6 - "T", which is good for speeds up to 190 km/h. In 185/65 R15, ALPIN 6 usually competes against WinterContact TS 860, which is a tyre from Continental with a rating of 64%, compared to 69% of the Michelin in question. Latest test in 185/65 R15 was held by ADAC in 2022, where ALPIN 6 received rating "Good" and finished on the 4. place. It was tested on a VW Polo.
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (185/65 R15)
ADAC Winter tyre test 2022 185/65 R15 good Ranked #4 of 16Securing a commendable 4th position out of 16 competitors, the Michelin Alpin 6 proved its mettle in a robust evaluation, earning a 'Good' final rating. This tyre distinguished itself through a balanced performance across all surfaces, marked by low fuel consumption and exceptionally low wear, the latter receiving the highest praise. It demonstrated no significant weaknesses, standing out as particularly recommendable. Its strengths spanned across various conditions without any specific disciplines marked as absolute best or areas where it finished last, underscoring its all-around capability and reliability for winter driving.