Comparison: Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2 ELECT vs. Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (91%) than Pirelli (83%). In this particular case, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV has a better rating of 94% compared to 89% of the Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2 ELECT. The first tyre test of Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2 ELECT was done in 2023, compared to 2021 when was the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Automotorsport 2023 255/45 R20 test, where both the Scorpion Winter 2 ELECT and the PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV were tested.