Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 17 + 21 road tests and 589 + 12,714 owner reviews. How we score
Pilot Sport 4 leads, 81–78 Narrow edge
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Tests 82 · 17 tests Owners 72 · 589 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 10 in 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test (dry braking)
“Got some new tires mounted, excited to test the Falken FK520. 225/40&255/35/18 Idk why, but testing new tires is exciting and fun. Love how these tires look so far.. Read more”
Tests 85 · 21 tests Owners 76 · 12,714 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 45 in 2019 Summer 53 Tyre Braking Shootout (dry braking)
“Those are Pilot sport 4 (all season). If it had s after the 4 it would be the summer high performance version. I put the pilot sport 4 on wife's GTI autobahn 2016. Great handling tire, stiff side walls, not the smoothest ride but best overall.”
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
| Source | Azenis FK520 | Pilot Sport 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 17 / 20 tests | 86 | 89 |
| Reviews found online | 74 | 84 |
Azenis FK520: 60% × 85.7 + 40% × 73.7 = 81
Pilot Sport 4: 60% × 89.3 + 40% × 83.9 = 87
| Source | Azenis FK520 | Pilot Sport 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 17 / 20 tests | 84 | 92 |
| Reviews found online | 75 | 84 |
Azenis FK520: 60% × 84.2 + 40% × 75.3 = 81
Pilot Sport 4: 60% × 92.5 + 40% × 84.4 = 89
| Source | Azenis FK520 | Pilot Sport 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 3 / 6 tests | 80 | 82 |
| Reviews found online | 69 | 72 |
Azenis FK520: 40% × 79.8 + 60% × 68.8 = 73
Pilot Sport 4: 40% × 81.6 + 60% × 71.7 = 76
| Source | Azenis FK520 | Pilot Sport 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 15 / 13 tests | 74 | 73 |
| Reviews found online | ≈ 66 (est.) | ≈ 66 (est.) |
Azenis FK520: 60% × 74.4 + 40% × 66.4 (est.) = 71
Pilot Sport 4: 60% × 73.2 + 40% × 66.4 (est.) = 70
No owner ratings of noise for Azenis FK520 or Pilot Sport 4. 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 | Azenis FK520 | Pilot Sport 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 4 / 3 tests | 81 | 78 |
| Reviews found online | 67 | 60 |
Azenis FK520: 60% × 80.6 + 40% × 67.4 = 75
Pilot Sport 4: 60% × 78.1 + 40% × 59.5 = 71
| Source | Azenis FK520 | Pilot Sport 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews found online | 74 | 81 |
| Source | Azenis FK520 | Pilot Sport 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 15 / 14 tests | 70 | 76 |
| Category | Falken Azenis FK520 | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 78 | 81 |
| Dry | 81 | 87 |
| Wet | 81 | 89 |
| Comfort | 73 | 76 |
| Noise | 71 | 70 |
| Treadwear | 75 | 71 |
| Handling (owners) | 74 | 81 |
| Efficiency | 70 | 76 |
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.
Azenis FK520
Pilot Sport 4
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.
| Discipline | Category | Azenis FK520 | Pilot Sport 4 | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 93% #20/50 · 2026 Summer Braking Super Tyre Test - How do 52 Tyres Perform in Wet and Dry Braking? | 80% #3/9 · 2022 AUTO Straßenverkehr Summer Tire Test R19 | – | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 97% #20/20 · 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test | 80% #3/9 · 2022 AUTO Straßenverkehr Summer Tire Test R19 | – | Different tests |
| Dry Handling (tester's mark) | Dry | 53% #18/20 · 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test | 90% #2/9 · 2022 AUTO Straßenverkehr Summer Tire Test R19 | – | Different tests |
| Curved Aquaplaning | Wet | 83% #7/7 · 2026 Sport Auto Summer Tyre Test | 80% #5/9 · 2022 AUTO Straßenverkehr Summer Tire Test R19 | – | Different tests |
| Straight Aquaplaning | Wet | 97% #11/20 · 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test | 80% #2/9 · 2022 AUTO Straßenverkehr Summer Tire Test R19 | – | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 91% #10/50 · 2026 Summer Braking Super Tyre Test - How do 52 Tyres Perform in Wet and Dry Braking? | 70% #8/9 · 2022 AUTO Straßenverkehr Summer Tire Test R19 | – | Different tests |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 98% #4/7 · 2026 Sport Auto Summer Tyre Test | 97% #4/10 · 2022 Sport Auto UHP, UUHP and Semi Slick Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 97% #17/20 · 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test | 70% #4/9 · 2022 AUTO Straßenverkehr Summer Tire Test R19 | – | Different tests |
| Wet Handling (tester's mark) | Wet | 84% #11/20 · 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test | 78% #7/9 · 2022 AUTO Straßenverkehr Summer Tire Test R19 | – | Different tests |
| Wet Lateral Stability | Wet | 70% #10/10 · 2023 AUTO Straßenverkehr 2023 Summer Tire Test R18 | 70% #8/9 · 2022 AUTO Straßenverkehr Summer Tire Test R19 | – | Different tests |
| Comfort (tester's mark) | Comfort | 91% #13/20 · 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test | 70% #5/9 · 2022 AUTO Straßenverkehr Summer Tire Test R19 | – | Different tests |
| Exterior Noise | Noise | 80% #3/10 · 2023 AUTO Straßenverkehr 2023 Summer Tire Test R18 | 90% #3/9 · 2022 AUTO Straßenverkehr Summer Tire Test R19 | – | Different tests |
| Noise | Noise | 98% #11/20 · 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test | 99% #6/10 · 2022 Sport Auto UHP, UUHP and Semi Slick Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wear | Treadwear | 82% #5/20 · 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test | 96% #5/16 · 2020 ADAC 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 87% #7/20 · 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test | 80% #2/9 · 2022 AUTO Straßenverkehr Summer Tire Test R19 | – | Different tests |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Price | Cost | 75% #5/13 · 2023 AutoBild Sports Car Summer Tyre Test | 66% #7/10 · 2022 Sport Auto UHP, UUHP and Semi Slick Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Cost | #4/20 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test | #16/20 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Value | Cost | 86% #10/20 · 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test | 59% #20/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #4/10 2026 ACE Summer Tyre Test | #7/9 2022 AUTO Straßenverkehr Summer Tire Test R19 | – | Different tests |
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
The community generally views the Falken Azenis FK520 as a reliable, reasonably priced tire offering good comfort, quiet operation, and competent wet and dry performance. While praised as a cost-effective alternative to top-tier brands, some drivers note that it behaves more like a touring tire than a sharp ultra-high-performance option and may struggle for traction on higher-powered, tuned vehicles.
“Escolha de pneus - consumo de combustível Estou a ver pneus para um dos carros cá de casa (Nissan Qashqai) que usa 225/45 R19. E estava a apontar para os Falken Azenis FK520 ou os Hankook Ventus S1 Evo3 K127, ambos de Verão. Apesar de a Hankook ser considerada "premium", os Falken são mais caros mas também têm rebordo de proteção de jante (que estes Hankook não têm). No entanto, entretanto encontrei os Pirelli Powergy, também de Verão, mas com a diferença de ter classificação B no consumo de combustível, ao invés da categoria C dos Falken e Hankook. Custam mais 30€ que os Hankook e mais 11€ que os Falken. A minha dúvida é se a melhor classificação de consumo de combustível na prática traz algum benefício real e prático, que justifique pagar mais pelos pneus se eventualmente depois tiver uma notória poupança de consumo? Ou na prática estas classificações são irrelevantes e mais vale ir para os outros 2 mais baratos com classificação C? Read more”
“I have these on the front of my T6 Ocean 150 and can't fault them. There's nothing special or concerning about them as summer tyres and they're a reasonable price.”
“Your pricing seems way off for Hankook. Here is comparison for 245/40/19 EU prices - Falken FK520 and Hankook Evo K137 (latest and very well performing against Contis, GYs and Michelins) are in 140€ range. GY F1AS6 is 170€ per piece. I went for latest HK Evo K137 and could not be happier - it stacks up very well for a fast driving, is quiet and has excellent response. Falken FK520 is snappy in wet. Goodyears are pensioneer tires, boring as hell.”
Based on 14 community posts
The community widely regards the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 line as a premium upgrade offering exceptional dry and wet grip, precise handling, and superior ride comfort compared to OEM or run-flat tires. While celebrated for performance, users frequently discuss its high price tag, faster treadwear, and noticeable drop in EV efficiency. Some drivers also note increased road noise and reduced traction when temperatures drop near freezing.
“Reminder: Tires are the key to this car Just replaced my Michelin Pilot Sport 4 AS tires with a new set ahead of the rainy season. Lasted 36K miles. It was the best mod to the car and a fresh set reminded just how good a brand new set is. The car is glued to the road, riding wonderfully smooth and quiet. Spend the money, get the best tires for you. The tune can wait. And it will need it.”
“Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tires are noisy (a followup) I have been asked on this sub if the PS4 tires on my wife’s Bolt are noisy, and I wasn’t sure how to answer. Well, we made two 60-mile round trips this past weekend, mostly on highways with 55 and 70 mph speed limits, and I have to say that the tires are kind of noisy. Certainly not as quiet as EV-oriented tires are. The grip is fantastic, so we really like them. If you are sensitive to noise, though, these Max Performance class tires are probably not for you.”
“Quote: Originally Posted by weston.__ I will be going down the non-rft route, Pilot Sport 4. You're not the only one to say the ride quality with non-rft is a massive improvement and this is the reason why I will change once the time comes. I went from Bridgestone S001 RFT to 'go-flats' and have found the suppleness an obvious difference. Since I put the pressure to the mid point between the low and high load plated pressures I have yet to have any of the heartstopping thumps come through the suspension that the Bridgestone seemed prone to.”
Based on 246 community posts
| Attribute | A · Falken Azenis FK520 | B · Michelin Pilot Sport 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer | Summer |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 131 | 62 |
| Rim diameters | 17″ – 22″ | 16″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | 9 - 10/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 300 A - B A | 300 - 320 A - AA A |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | — |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | — |
| Sizes in common | 47 | 47 |
Falken Azenis FK520
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
Narrow edge: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 — better wet, handling and dry. Pick the Falken Azenis FK520 if treadwear matters most to you.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 scores 89 vs 81 on wet.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 scores 81 vs 74 on handling.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 scores 87 vs 81 on dry.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 scores 76 vs 70 on efficiency.
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Michelin Pilot Sport 4, 89 vs 81 on our wet score.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4, 87 vs 81 on our dry score.
Neither, by our numbers: 71 vs 70 on the noise score, within 3 points.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4, 76 vs 73 on our comfort score.
Falken Azenis FK520, 75 vs 71 on our treadwear score.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4, 76 vs 70 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
