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Michelin Pilot Sport 4

Summer
Premium
8.5 /10 Recommended

What we know so far

Michelin Pilot Sport 4 is a new tyre. Type: Summer; segment: Premium. Because there are not enough full comparative results yet, the page avoids a scored verdict and focuses on facts already present in the database: 76 available sizes from R16 to R21. EU label data is mostly wet grip A and rolling resistance C.

Best in test

Head-to-Head Comparison

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See how this tyre stacks up against its closest rivals across all tested properties

MichelinThis tyre
Pilot Sport 4
ContinentalPremium
PremiumContact 6
8.3
Worse at: Exterior noise, Aquaplaning - longitudal
HankookPremium
Ventus S1 evo3 K127
8.1
Worse at: Mileage, Dry handling - objective
BridgestonePremium
Turanza T005
8.8
Better at: Rolling resistance
Worse at: Wet braking, Exterior noise
MichelinPremium
Pilot Sport 5
9.4
Better at: Mileage
Worse at: Exterior noise
ContinentalPremium
PremiumContact 7
9.8
Better at: Wet handling - objective
Worse at: Comfort, Exterior noise
BridgestonePremium
Potenza Sport
8.7
Better at: Wet handling - objective, Dry steering response
Worse at: Rolling resistance, Aquaplaning - longitudal
PirelliPremium
P ZERO PZ4
8.9
Better at: Exterior noise, Wet handling - objective
Worse at: Mileage, Dry handling
GoodyearPremium
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
9.4
Better at: Wet handling - objective, Dry handling - objective
Worse at: Aquaplaning - longitudal
GoodyearPremium
Eagle F1 Supersport
8.1
Better at: Exterior noise
Worse at: Rolling resistance, Dry handling
ContinentalPremium
SportContact 7
10.0
Better at: Exterior noise, Dry handling - objective
Worse at: Comfort, Aquaplaning - longitudal
HankookPremium
Ventus S1 evo Z K129
6.1
Better at: Exterior noise
Worse at: Dry steering response, Rolling resistance
GoodYearPremium
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Better at: Dry steering response, Mileage
Worse at: Dry handling - objective, Wet handling - objective
MichelinPremium
Pilot Sport 4 S
9.6
Better at: Dry steering response, Dry handling - objective
Worse at: Wet handling - objective, Comfort
VredesteinPremium
Ultrac Vorti
Worse at: Wet handling - objective, Rolling resistance
FalkenUpper-middle
Azenis FK510
Worse at: Dry steering response, Mileage

Pros & Cons

Strengths

Superior dry performance with dynamic, precise handling and a direct steering response that provides excellent feedback for sporty driving.

Reliable wet handling under normal conditions with short braking distances and robust aquaplaning reserves, ensuring confidence on wet roads.

Fuel-efficient design due to low rolling resistance, contributing to lower fuel consumption.

Weaknesses

High price level, making the tire a more expensive option compared to alternatives.

Narrow performance margin on wet surfaces; while it handles well in everyday wet conditions, it can be more sensitive in heavy puddles.

Limited inherent damping may result in a harsher ride and increased noise levels.

Reviews

8.7
437 Reviews

Customers like

Excellent wet grip15×
Strong dry grip10×
Stable cornering and handling10×
Good tread life
Low road noise

Customers don't like

Noticeable road noise
Reduced ride comfort
Limited performance under hard track use
Potential uneven or premature wear

History

Pilot Sport 32015–20168.5Pilot Sport 42017–20228.5Pilot Sport 52023–20269.4
2017
4× Tested4× Winner
SportAuto225/40 R181stHighly recommended
Automotorsport245/45 R181stHighly recommended
Autobild245/45 R181stExemplary
EVO225/40 R181st
2018
2× Tested2× Winner
Autozeitung225/45 R171st
Automotorsport225/45 R171st
2019
3× Tested1× Winner
Autobild225/45 R171stExemplary
Autobild225/45 R17#2
Autobild245/45 R18#4Exemplary
2020
4× Tested1× Winner
Autobild245/45 R181st
ADAC225/40 R18#2Good
AutoMotorSport225/45 R18#2Very good
Autobild245/45 R18#3Exemplary
2021
2× Tested1× Winner
Tyre Reviews225/40 R181stTest winner
Autozeitung225/40 R18#4Highly recommended
2022
4× Tested1× Winner
Autobild225/45 R181stExemplary
Sportauto235/35 R19#2Very good
Autobild245/40 R19#4Exemplary
AutoMotorSport245/45 R19#7Good
2022

Michelin Pilot Sport 4 got replaced by Michelin Pilot Sport 5

Price vs Quality
Size:

Tests (19)

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19 Tests 10× Winner 14× Recommended
Autobild Summer
225/45 R18
Winner
Autobild Summer
245/40 R19
#4 Of 10 Tyres
AutoMotorSport Summer
245/45 R19
#7 Of 10 Tyres
Tyre Reviews Summer
225/40 R18
Winner
Autozeitung Summer
225/40 R18
#4 Of 10 Tyres
4thHighly recommended
Seat Leon
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3.Pirelli P ZERO PZ4Highly recommended
4.Michelin Pilot Sport 4Highly recommended
5.Falken Azenis FK510Highly recommended
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Autobild Summer
245/45 R18
Winner
ADAC Summer
225/40 R18
#2 Of 16 Tyres
AutoMotorSport Summer
225/45 R18
#2 Of 11 Tyres
Autobild Summer
245/45 R18
#3 Of 20 Tyres
3rdExemplary
BMW 5 series
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Autobild Summer
225/45 R17
Winner
Autobild Summer
225/45 R17
#2 Of 53 Tyres
Autobild Summer
245/45 R18
#4 Of 11 Tyres
Automotorsport Summer
245/45 R18
Winner
1stHighly recommended
1.Michelin Pilot Sport 4Highly recommended
2.Pirelli P ZERORecommended
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Sizes (76)

205/55 R16From £108

3 Variants

9194YWXL
tyres-pneus-online.co.ukBest£108
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1 Variants

92Y

Ratings

Tested 14× By professional organizations

Test winner12× (86%)
Good2× (14%)

Performance by size

xxx/xx R17 10.0xxx/xx R18 9.9xxx/xx R19 9.5225/xx Rxx 9.8235/xx Rxx 10.0245/xx Rxx 9.8

Frequently asked questions

Where is Michelin Pilot Sport 4 made?
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 is made in Spain/Germany.

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