Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 1 + 1 road tests and 234 + 655 owner reviews. How we score
Pilot Sport A/S 3+ is ahead, 72–61
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Tests – · 1 test Owners 55 · 234 reviews
Best test result: #6 of 19 in 2022 Consumer Reports Ultra High Performance All-Season Tires (tested tread life (miles))
“Treated my land yacht to some new rubber to keep it anchored in the snow. Cooper Zeon RS3-G1”
Tests – · 1 test Owners 72 · 655 reviews
Best test result: #6 of 19 in 2022 Consumer Reports Ultra High Performance All-Season Tires (tested tread life (miles))
“Just had these Pilot Sport A/S 3+ installed to replace OEM Dunlops”
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
| Source | Zeon RS3-G1 | Pilot Sport A/S 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | ≈ 66 (est.) | ≈ 73 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | 62 | 79 |
Zeon RS3-G1: 60% × 65.7 (est.) + 40% × 62.3 = 64
Pilot Sport A/S 3+: 60% × 72.5 (est.) + 40% × 78.6 = 75
No road tests of dry for Zeon RS3-G1. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.42).
No road tests of dry for Pilot Sport A/S 3+. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.42).
| Source | Zeon RS3-G1 | Pilot Sport A/S 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | ≈ 67 (est.) | ≈ 77 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | 63 | 82 |
Zeon RS3-G1: 60% × 66.6 (est.) + 40% × 63.3 = 65
Pilot Sport A/S 3+: 60% × 77 (est.) + 40% × 82 = 79
No road tests of wet for Zeon RS3-G1. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.55).
No road tests of wet for Pilot Sport A/S 3+. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.55).
| Source | Zeon RS3-G1 | Pilot Sport A/S 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | ≈ 60 (est.) | ≈ 66 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | 42 | 58 |
Zeon RS3-G1: 60% × 60 (est.) + 40% × 42.1 = 53
Pilot Sport A/S 3+: 60% × 66 (est.) + 40% × 57.9 = 63
No road tests of snow for Zeon RS3-G1. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.37).
No road tests of snow for Pilot Sport A/S 3+. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.37).
| Source | Zeon RS3-G1 | Pilot Sport A/S 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | ≈ 67 (est.) | ≈ 68 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | 57 | 63 |
Zeon RS3-G1: 40% × 66.9 (est.) + 60% × 56.6 = 61
Pilot Sport A/S 3+: 40% × 68 (est.) + 60% × 62.7 = 65
No road tests of comfort for Zeon RS3-G1 or Pilot Sport A/S 3+. The test half is the tested tires’ average (69): owners’ comfort ratings barely follow the road tests.
| Source | Zeon RS3-G1 | Pilot Sport A/S 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | ≈ 67 (est.) | – |
| Reviews found online | 60 | – |
Zeon RS3-G1: 60% × 66.6 (est.) + 40% × 60.1 = 64
No road tests of noise for Zeon RS3-G1. The test half is the tested tires’ average (67): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests.
| Source | Zeon RS3-G1 | Pilot Sport A/S 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 1 tests | 73 | 73 |
| Reviews found online | 45 | 66 |
| Tested Tread Life (Miles) (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–0 | 73% | 73% |
Zeon RS3-G1: 60% × 72.5 + 40% × 44.7 = 61
Pilot Sport A/S 3+: 60% × 72.5 + 40% × 66 = 70
| Source | Zeon RS3-G1 | Pilot Sport A/S 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews found online | 53 | 70 |
| Category | Cooper Zeon RS3-G1 | Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 61 | 72 |
| Dry | 64 | 75 |
| Wet | 65 | 79 |
| Snow | 53 | 63 |
| Comfort | 61 | 65 |
| Noise | 64 | – |
| Treadwear | 61 | 70 |
| Handling (owners) | 53 | 70 |
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.
Only one of the two tires has a score here, so this weight changes nothing in the head-to-head.
Zeon RS3-G1
Pilot Sport A/S 3+
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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, Cooper Zeon RS3-G1 finished ahead 0 times and Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ 1 times.
| Discipline | Category | Zeon RS3-G1 | Pilot Sport A/S 3+ | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tested Tread Life (Miles) | Treadwear | 73% | 73% | 0.0 | 0–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2022 Consumer Reports Ultra High Performance All-Season Tires · 225/40R18 |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #8/19 | #2/19 | – | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2022 Consumer Reports Ultra High Performance All-Season Tires · 225/40R18 |
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Community sentiment toward the Cooper Zeon RS3-G1 is generally very positive, with owners highlighting strong wet and dry traction, quiet operation, and exceptional value for money compared to premium rivals. It is frequently considered as a budget-friendly alternative to the Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 for high-performance and daily driving needs. Minor caveats noted by drivers include potential initial flatspotting, firmer ride compliance, and differences in steering feel.
“Quote: Originally Posted by mcruzen Anyone have any experience running the following tires: Cooper Zeon RS3-G1 All-Season Yes, I am running 245/18 on the front and 305/19 in the rear. One of the few manufacturers that offer a 305 in ultra high performance all season. I got them last year and they have been great I do try to drive my car in the colder winter months, as long as there is no snow or salt dust on the roads. I never go to the track or drag strip, so these tires should be just fine.”
“New tires made car steering different I recently replaced my all my tires on my 2017 Mazda3. All of them are basically brand new (original owner of tires did not like it after installing it and took it off right away). However, after installing them I noticed the handling just doesn't feel as nice as before. The steering feels lighter and I feel like have to put in more input on the steering wheels. I don't know if it's the size of it (225/4OR18XL instead of the P215/45R18), brand (cooper zeon rs3-g1 ( supposed to be all season/ high performance tires)), tires aren't broken in yet, or where I got my tires installed at (Firestone). Is this normal with new tires? Read more”
“Currently running 2 sets and really like them. Was a busy Sept/Oct for me as I had to buy 2 new sets of tires. Zeon RS3-G1 on the Taurus SHO. I think I'm up to about 3 or 4k on them now. FANTASTIC tire. Insane grip, wet or dry and while I can't speak for snow yet I bet they will be fine. Only downside is they seem to flatspot easily buy I remember the previous Michelins doing the same when new. Would not hesitate to buy them again. Discoverer AT3 on the F150. Same deal - I think up to 2k on them now. Great tire. Quiet and very good traction. Did have a chance to try them in the snow yesterday and they performed wonderfully. Again would not hesitate to recommend.”
Based on 26 community posts
Community members widely praise the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ for its dry handling, wet grip, and substantial improvement in ride comfort over stock tires. However, several users express reservations about its poor traction in genuine snow conditions and note that road noise can become prominent as the tread wears. It is frequently compared against competitors like the Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 as well as its successor, the Pilot Sport All Season 4.
“I have Michelin Premier A/S (currently on my Honda). I think they are some of the best tires in the rain, but they are touring car tires, not UHP. If you like the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ that you already have on the front of your Saab, I would recommend sticking with them and getting the full set to match up.”
“I had the OEM Bridgestone Potenza with at least 6/9 thread left on the tires and got rid of them because I didnt like how hard they ride. I ended up getting Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ All Season (245/40/19 and 275/35/19) and its a completely different car now. It rides much smoother and quieter than the Bridgestones. I got them at costco for around 950 installed. They are running an instant 70 dollar rebate on 4 Michelin and 1 penny install per tire.”
“Just had these Pilot Sport A/S 3+ installed to replace OEM Dunlops”
Based on 47 community posts
| Attribute | A · Cooper Zeon RS3-G1 | B · Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season | All Season |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 8 | 2 |
| Rim diameters | 17″ – 20″ | 21″ |
| Tread depth | 10 - 11/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 500 AA A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 45,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | — |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | — |
Cooper Zeon RS3-G1
Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+
Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ — better handling, wet and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ scores 70 vs 53 on handling.
Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ scores 79 vs 65 on wet.
Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ scores 75 vs 64 on dry.
Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ scores 63 vs 53 on snow.
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Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+, 79 vs 65 on our wet score.
Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+, 75 vs 64 on our dry score.
Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+, 63 vs 53 on our snow score.
Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+, 65 vs 61 on our comfort score.
Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+, 70 vs 61 on our treadwear 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
