Pros and cons
- Short braking distance on dry roads
- Great handling on dry roads
- Very good aquaplaning resistance
- Exceptional handling on the wet
- Short braking distance on wet roads
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Competitors
The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S is a summer tyre that offers excellent grip on both wet and dry roads, with strong braking abilities, precise handling and low levels of noise and rolling resistance. It also provides brilliant aquaplaning safety, making it a reliable tyre in wet conditions. However, some tests noted a lack of steering feel and speed during handling and the balance in wet handling is not as clear cut. Despite these shortcomings, the Pilot Sport 4 S continues to be a top-performing tyre in its category, offering a combination of abilities that few tyres can match.
Sizes
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S is made in 178 sizes, starting from 215/35 R18 up to 315/30 R23.
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Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S is ranked #96 of 943 summer tyres based on the results of tests carried out by SportAuto 2023, Tyre Reviews 2022, and other organizations. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S belongs to the Premium segment and is made by a manufacturer from France. However, this particular model is made in United States. It is made in total of 178 sizes, 215/35 R18 being the smallest and 315/30 R23 the largest. This tyre was featured in tests 8 times, first test was carried in 2018. This model received the best possible rating in 8 tests. Eu ratings can provide interesting overview over the available dimensions - 67% of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S has "A" wet grip rating and most (47%) of the dimensions has "C" fuel-saving rating. Noise levels of most dimensions are average - 48% of them produce 71db noise, which result in "b" overall rating. This tyre has a initial tread depth of 7.24 mm in 225/40 R18. It can be compared to P ZERO, which is a tyre from Pirelli (Italy) and has a rating of 66%, compared to 96% of the Michelin in question.
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Timeline
2018
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S was tested 2x (Autobild,...) and won the Autobild 245/30 R20 test.
2020
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S was tested 1x (Autobild) and won the Autobild 245/35 R19 test.
2021
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S was tested 3x (Tyre Reviews,...) and won the Autobild 255/35 R19 test.
2022
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S was tested 1x (Tyre Reviews)
2023
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S was tested 1x (SportAuto)
Achievements
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S in tyre tests
The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S, a premium segment tyre, has been tested by some of Europe's most valued organizations that test tyres over the past few years. The earliest test recorded was in 2018, and the latest was in 2023. Overall, the tyre was given an impressive rating of 99% based on the test results. In terms of the tests, the tyre performed exceptionally well, winning one out of eight tests, coming in second or third in six other tests, and receiving a rating of "very good" or "exemplary" in all of them. The Autobild summer tyre tets of 2020 and 2021 were where the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S had the best performance, taking the first and third places respectively, whereas in the Tyre Reviews' summer tyre test of 2022, it came in second place. Throughout the tests, the tyre's great performance in dry braking, wet braking, wet handling, dry handling and exterior noise reduction impressed the testers. Additionally, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S was the best in the disciplines of aquaplaning, both cross and longitudinal, and dry braking during the 2023 SportAuto summer tyre test. Overall, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S is a highly recommended, high-performing choice if you're looking for a premium tyre.
All tyre tests where Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S was featured:
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| Best values in test | 1 | 1- | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | 2+ | 1- | |||||
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highly recommended
Ranked #3 of 11
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | |||
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| Best values in test | 9,1 | 5,7 | 5,7 | 6,3 | |||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | 9,1 | 8,8 | 9,5 | 8 | |||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | 2+ | 1- | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | 1- | 2+ | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | 2 | 2+ | |||||
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Test ratings distribution
| 100% (8x) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Exemplary | Very good | Highly recommended |
| 4x | 2x | 2x |
Ratings x Wheel size
| R18 | R19 | R20 |
|---|---|---|
| 100% (2x) | 100% (4x) | 100% (2x) |
Ratings x Width
| 225/xx Rxx | 245/xx Rxx | 255/xx Rxx | 265/xx Rxx |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100% (2x) | 100% (3x) | 100% (2x) | 100% (1x) |
FAQ
Where is Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S made?
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S is made in United States.
Is this tyre suitable for SUVs?
Yes, this tyre is also made in SUV sizes.