Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 37 + 9 road tests and 10,355 + 1,377 owner reviews. How we score
Pilot Sport 4 SUV is ahead, 80–70
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Tests 76 · 37 tests Owners 62 · 10,355 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 21 in 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test (wet braking)
“Are these needing replacement? - Bridgestone Turanza T005 RFT (Run Flat) BMW G20 Not sure if I should be replacing these yet they seem close to the wear bar, rather be safe than sorry and to ask here especially with Uk/Irish weather 😅 Read more”
Tests 80 · 9 tests Owners 79 · 1,377 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 12 in 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested (wet braking)
“Loving my new Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV tires and Enkei Raijin wheels”
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
| Source | Turanza T005 | Pilot Sport 4 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 34 / 9 tests | 85 | 86 |
| Reviews found online | 64 | 86 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1 | 99% | 100% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0 | 100% | 99% |
Turanza T005: 60% × 84.7 + 40% × 63.5 = 76
Pilot Sport 4 SUV: 60% × 86.1 + 40% × 85.9 = 86
| Source | Turanza T005 | Pilot Sport 4 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 35 / 9 tests | 85 | 93 |
| Reviews found online | 70 | 86 |
| Straight Aquaplaning (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1 | 89% | 100% |
| Wet Braking (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1 | 95% | 100% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1 | 98% | 100% |
Turanza T005: 60% × 85.4 + 40% × 69.5 = 79
Pilot Sport 4 SUV: 60% × 93.3 + 40% × 86.3 = 91
| Source | Turanza T005 | Pilot Sport 4 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 9 / 2 tests | 72 | 54 |
| Reviews found online | 61 | 71 |
| Comfort (tester's mark) (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1 | 50% | 75% |
Turanza T005: 40% × 72.1 + 60% × 60.6 = 65
Pilot Sport 4 SUV: 40% × 54.1 + 60% × 70.6 = 64
| Source | Turanza T005 | Pilot Sport 4 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 25 / 9 tests | 36 | 53 |
| Reviews found online | ≈ 66 (est.) | ≈ 66 (est.) |
| Noise (tester's mark) (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–0 | 50% | 50% |
Turanza T005: 60% × 35.8 + 40% × 66.5 (est.) = 48
Pilot Sport 4 SUV: 60% × 52.5 + 40% × 66.5 (est.) = 58
No owner ratings of noise for Turanza T005 or Pilot Sport 4 SUV. The owner half is the owners’ average (66): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests, so the tests say nothing about how owners would rate it.
| Source | Turanza T005 | Pilot Sport 4 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 7 / 1 tests | 71 | 77 |
| Reviews found online | 53 | 65 |
Turanza T005: 60% × 71.2 + 40% × 53.4 = 64
Pilot Sport 4 SUV: 60% × 77 + 40% × 65.3 = 72
| Source | Turanza T005 | Pilot Sport 4 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews found online | 64 | 83 |
| Source | Turanza T005 | Pilot Sport 4 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 25 / 9 tests | 100 | 64 |
| Rolling Resistance (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0 | 100% | 96% |
| Category | Bridgestone Turanza T005 | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 70 | 80 |
| Dry | 76 | 86 |
| Wet | 79 | 91 |
| Comfort | 65 | 64 |
| Noise | 48 | 58 |
| Treadwear | 64 | 72 |
| Handling (owners) | 64 | 83 |
| Efficiency | 100 | 64 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
Wet grip and treadwear start at “Important” — the two things buyers rank highest. Move the sliders and the scores update instantly.
Turanza T005
Pilot Sport 4 SUV
Per discipline: the average % of the best tire over every test both tires were in, and how many of those tests each one won. “Different tests” rows compare results from separate tests.
In the overall rankings of 1 tests that ran both, Bridgestone Turanza T005 finished ahead 0 times and Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV 1 times.
| Discipline | Category | Turanza T005 | Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 99% | 100% | −0.9 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2020 ViBilagare SUV Tyre Test · 225/60 R18 |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 100% | 99% | +0.6 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2020 ViBilagare SUV Tyre Test · 225/60 R18 |
| Dry Handling (tester's mark) | Dry | 97% #2/7 · 2025 Motor Low Rolling Resistance (AA) Tyre Test | 100% #1/6 · 2025 Vi Bilagare Summer EV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Curved Aquaplaning | Wet | 100% #1/7 · 2025 Motor Low Rolling Resistance (AA) Tyre Test | 99% #3/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Straight Aquaplaning | Wet | 89% | 100% | −11.5 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2020 ViBilagare SUV Tyre Test · 225/60 R18 |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 95% | 100% | −5.3 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2020 ViBilagare SUV Tyre Test · 225/60 R18 |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 100% #4/6 · 2024 Sport Auto Summer Tyre Test | 98% #3/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 98% | 100% | −1.7 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2020 ViBilagare SUV Tyre Test · 225/60 R18 |
| Comfort (tester's mark) | Comfort | 50% | 75% | −25.0 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2020 ViBilagare SUV Tyre Test · 225/60 R18 |
| Noise | Noise | 95% #7/7 · 2025 Motor Low Rolling Resistance (AA) Tyre Test | 93% #6/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Noise (tester's mark) | Noise | 50% | 50% | 0.0 | 0–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2020 ViBilagare SUV Tyre Test · 225/60 R18 |
| Abrasion | Treadwear | 47% #16/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 88% #3/8 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wear | Treadwear | 57% #17/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 97% #2/8 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 100% | 96% | +4.1 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2020 ViBilagare SUV Tyre Test · 225/60 R18 |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Price | Cost | 94% #4/8 · 2023 Motor Summer Tyre Test | 49% #11/12 · 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested | – | Different tests |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Cost | #5/21 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | #7/8 2024 EV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Value | Cost | 37% #43/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 62% #7/8 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Grass Traction | Off-road | 79% #10/10 · 2021 All Road SUV Summer Tyre Test | 71% #4/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Gravel Handling | Off-road | 100% #4/10 · 2021 All Road SUV Summer Tyre Test | 99% #5/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Gravel Traction | Off-road | 94% #4/10 · 2021 All Road SUV Summer Tyre Test | 95% #2/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Mud Traction | Off-road | 100% #2/10 · 2021 All Road SUV Summer Tyre Test | 90% #8/11 · 2024 Summer SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Sand Traction | Off-road | 94% #4/10 · 2021 All Road SUV Summer Tyre Test | 93% #5/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #4/8 | #1/8 | – | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2020 ViBilagare SUV Tyre Test · 225/60 R18 |
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Community opinions on the Bridgestone Turanza T005 are divided, with many drivers praising its wet-weather grip and highway usability. Conversely, numerous owners report significant concerns regarding loud road noise, rough ride comfort, rapid wear, and premature sidewall cracking or dry rot.
“You might like the Pirelli Cinturato P7 The Goodyears are sold out on both Amazon and Walmart but could come back in stock I found some other good options: Dunlop SP Sport 01 Gislaved Ultra Speed (Gislaved is now owned by Continental, more klnown for their winter tires but also make summer tires) Unfortunately, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 and Michelin Primacy 3 are too expensive”
“Yup, I’m using them. Fantastic tyre and stick like glue in the wet.”
“Lateral dry rot - Bridgestone Turanza T005 DOT 21, 3rd summer on service - all 4 tires have these cracks on their laterals, should I be worried?”
Based on 33 community posts
Community members generally praise the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV for its strong grip, handling performance, and SUV-specific design. Users frequently consider it an upgrade over OEM options like the Latitude Sport 3, though some discuss its premium price, summer temperature limitations, and expected tread longevity.
“I'm leaning towards the Pilot Sport 4 SUV over the LS3. I'd really like to see how much better these tires grip. Although it sounds like I'll be sacrificing a little comfort, but with air suspension I'm not too worried.”
“Quote: Originally Posted by robtr8 I like to use the tire size calculator on 1010Tires.com. Shows 285/40's as being almost 3% bigger than the OE size. Generally speaking you want no more than a 1% different. The PS 4 SUV's are available in a 295/35. Rocketcar - if you had P-Zero's then yup. They suck. Took them off the F Type immediately if not sooner. Quote: Originally Posted by RAudi Driver That's why they are called P-Zeros. If they were good Pirelli would have named them P-10's. Quote: Originally Posted by BrettIsAwesomer Not a fan of the LS3 on my Cayenne. They came on the car when I bought it but will replace with Pilot Sport 4 SUV later this year. There are some stretches of road where the surface conditions change and I get a terrible droning noise in the cabin with the LS3. However, in my Cayman with PS4S in the same areas you can barely tell the road surface changed. The wear on both sets is about the same. 2016 Cayenne S e-Hybrid with 21" Latitude Sport 3 (295/35) 2014 Cayman with 20" Pilot Sport 4S (235-265/35) I am putting an OPC warranty on the Cayenne, so for me the LS3 is is best N rated tyre available...”
“The CrossClimate2 is supposed to be better in every way compared to the prior generations, including less rolling resistance (better fuel economy). Most Tire Rack reviews are from people who have only driven on tires for a short time so when there are tread life ratings from consumers I don't know how accurate it is. My Michelin Pilot Sport4SUV summer tires have 1500 miles on them and started at 9/32nds and are still 9/32nds (all 4 corners) with some very aggressive driving (testing rear sway bars) and only have 200 treadwear rating.”
Based on 25 community posts
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Turanza T005 | B · Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer | Summer |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 140 | 65 |
| Rim diameters | 14″ – 22″ | 17″ – 23″ |
| UTQG | 340 A A | 220 - 320 A - AA A |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Sizes in common | 34 | 34 |
Bridgestone Turanza T005
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV — better handling, wet and dry. Pick the Bridgestone Turanza T005 if efficiency matters most to you.
Bridgestone Turanza T005 scores 100 vs 64 on efficiency.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV scores 83 vs 64 on handling.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV scores 91 vs 79 on wet.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV scores 86 vs 76 on dry.
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Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV, 91 vs 79 on our wet score.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV, 86 vs 76 on our dry score.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV, 58 vs 48 on our noise score.
Neither, by our numbers: 65 vs 64 on the comfort score, within 3 points.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV, 72 vs 64 on our treadwear score.
Bridgestone Turanza T005, 100 vs 64 on our efficiency score.
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.
Handling is the exception: road tests measure it inside the dry and wet scores, so its own row comes from owner ratings only and starts as less important.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score. Full methodology
