Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 vs Tigar Winter 1: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 and Tigar Winter 1 appear in 4 tests, though they have not yet met head-to-head in the same test. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.
How the Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, snow, noise / comfort, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 92/100, based on 2 tests.
How the Tigar Winter 1 performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.
Verdict
The Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 and Tigar Winter 1 are closely matched. Pick based on the category that matters most to your driving — wet, dry, comfort, mileage, or price.
Which one should you buy?
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise snow
- You prefer the Tigar Winter 1's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 | Tigar Winter 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Winter | Winter |
| Type | Winter | Winter |
| Tests used | 2 | 2 |
| Best rank | #1 | #14 |
| Avg rank | 4.9 | 31.9 |
| Latest test | 2018 | 2025 |
| Tire Lab Score | 91.9 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Michelin Latitude Alpin 2
Tigar Winter 1
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 | Tigar Winter 1 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 5.5 1 | Avg rank 37.0 | Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 6.8 1 | No data | Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 |
| ❄️Snow | Avg rank 4.0 21 | No data | Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 5.0 11 | No data | Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 2.5 11 | No data | Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 |
💧 Wet: Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 vs Tigar Winter 1
The Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 wins this category with an average rank of 5.5, compared to 37.0 for the Tigar Winter 1.
☀️ Dry: Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 vs Tigar Winter 1
The Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 wins this category with an average rank of 6.8, compared to no data for the Tigar Winter 1.
❄️ Snow: Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 vs Tigar Winter 1
The Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 wins this category with an average rank of 4.0, compared to no data for the Tigar Winter 1.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 vs Tigar Winter 1
The Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 wins this category with an average rank of 5.0, compared to no data for the Tigar Winter 1.
🔋 Efficiency: Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 vs Tigar Winter 1
The Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 wins this category with an average rank of 2.5, compared to no data for the Tigar Winter 1.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 or Tigar Winter 1?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 ranks higher on average than the Tigar Winter 1.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Tigar Winter 1 across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 ranks better than the Tigar Winter 1.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Michelin Latitude Alpin 2 appears in 2 independent tests, Tigar Winter 1 in 2.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
