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General G-MAX RS vs Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 — Compared

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 + 3 road tests and 567 + 4,983 owner reviews. How we score

Pilot Sport All Season 4 is ahead, 79–64

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General G-MAX RS
Tire AGeneral

G-MAX RS

Summer tire

± 7

Tests – · 1 test Owners 61 · 567 reviews

Best test result: #3 of 22 in 2022 Consumer Reports Ultra High Performance Summer Tires (tested tread life (miles))

“G-max rs I put 7k miles on these tires and this is the front how many miles would you say I have before problems occur I plan on replacing in a few weeks Read more”

Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4
± 5

Tests 78 · 3 tests Owners 81 · 4,983 reviews

Best test result: #1 of 9 in 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test (snow braking)

“I just switched from the Pilot Sport All Season 4 to the Continental DWS 06 Plus, and the contis are WAY quieter and ride so much smoother than the Michelins. Hopefully they'll last longer too, the Michelins only lasted me about 28k~ miles despite regularly rotating them.”

Category by category

Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.

  1. 70

    Dry

    Pilot Sport All Season 4 +13
    83
    Why this score
    SourceG-MAX RSPilot Sport All Season 4
    Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 3 tests≈ 69 (est.)78
    Reviews found online7189

    G-MAX RS: 60% × 69.4 (est.) + 40% × 71.2 = 70

    Pilot Sport All Season 4: 60% × 78.5 + 40% × 89.2 = 83

    No road tests of dry for G-MAX RS. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.42).

  2. 72

    Wet

    Pilot Sport All Season 4 +13
    85
    Why this score
    SourceG-MAX RSPilot Sport All Season 4
    Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 3 tests≈ 72 (est.)81
    Reviews found online7390

    G-MAX RS: 60% × 71.8 (est.) + 40% × 72.7 = 72

    Pilot Sport All Season 4: 60% × 81.5 + 40% × 89.9 = 85

    No road tests of wet for G-MAX RS. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.55).

  3. 33

    Snow

    Pilot Sport All Season 4 +44
    77
    Why this score
    SourceG-MAX RSPilot Sport All Season 4
    Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 1 tests≈ 48 (est.)84
    Reviews found online1065

    G-MAX RS: 60% × 48 (est.) + 40% × 10 = 33

    Pilot Sport All Season 4: 60% × 84.4 + 40% × 65.4 = 77

    No road tests of snow for G-MAX RS. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.37).

  4. 66

    Comfort

    Pilot Sport All Season 4 +8
    74
    Why this score
    SourceG-MAX RSPilot Sport All Season 4
    Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 3 tests≈ 68 (est.)69
    Reviews found online6478

    G-MAX RS: 40% × 68.2 (est.) + 60% × 64.2 = 66

    Pilot Sport All Season 4: 40% × 68.8 + 60% × 78.2 = 74

    No road tests of comfort for G-MAX RS. The test half is the tested tires’ average (69): owners’ comfort ratings barely follow the road tests.

  5. 62

    Noise

    Pilot Sport All Season 4 +3
    65
    Why this score
    SourceG-MAX RSPilot Sport All Season 4
    Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 3 tests≈ 67 (est.)55
    Reviews found online5680

    G-MAX RS: 60% × 66.6 (est.) + 40% × 56.2 = 62

    Pilot Sport All Season 4: 60% × 55.2 + 40% × 79.7 = 65

    No road tests of noise for G-MAX RS. The test half is the tested tires’ average (67): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests.

  6. 70

    Treadwear

    Level
    70
    Why this score
    SourceG-MAX RSPilot Sport All Season 4
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / – tests73≈ 68 (est.)
    Reviews found online6672

    G-MAX RS: 60% × 73.4 + 40% × 65.6 = 70

    Pilot Sport All Season 4: 60% × 68.1 (est.) + 40% × 71.8 = 70

    No road tests of treadwear for Pilot Sport All Season 4. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.35).

  7. 65

    Handling (owners)

    Pilot Sport All Season 4 +18
    83
    Why this score
    SourceG-MAX RSPilot Sport All Season 4
    Reviews found online6583
Scores at a glance
General G-MAX RS vs Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryGeneral G-MAX RSMichelin Pilot Sport All Season 4
Relative Score 64 79
Dry 70 83
Wet 72 85
Snow 33 77
Comfort 66 74
Noise 62 65
Treadwear 70 70
Handling (owners) 65 83

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G-MAX RS

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Pilot Sport All Season 4

The professional test results behind the scores

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.

DisciplineCategoryG-MAX RSPilot Sport All Season 4ΔHead-to-head
Also published by the testers (not in the score)
Overall Ranking Overall #3/22 2022 Consumer Reports Ultra High Performance Summer Tires #2/5 2025 AutoView Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test – Different tests

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A G-MAX RS

Pros

  • Outstanding price-to-performance ratio compared to premium brands
  • Strong dry and wet weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
  • Quiet and comfortable ride quality for a performance tire

Cons

  • Softer sidewalls can lead to some squirm or less crisp steering response during hard cornering
  • Prone to temporary flat-spotting or vibration when sitting overnight in cooler weather
  • Unpredictable or slippery performance if driven in cold temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit
All owner themes in the G-MAX RS review

Tire B Pilot Sport All Season 4

Pros

  • Exceptional wet and dry grip with strong hydroplaning resistance
  • Precise steering response and sporty handling feel
  • Noticeable improvement in ride comfort and composure over OEM run-flats

Cons

  • Faster-than-advertised treadwear, particularly on performance vehicles or staggered setups
  • Elevated road noise or humming/roaring sounds at highway speeds
  • Premium price point ('Michelin Tax')
All owner themes in the Pilot Sport All Season 4 review

What real owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score

Tire A

General G-MAX RS

Positive

Community sentiment toward the General G-MAX RS is broadly positive, with users frequently praising its exceptional value and strong dry and wet traction as a budget-friendly ultra-high-performance summer tire. While often favorably compared against premium alternatives like the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S or Firestone Indy 500, some owners note compromises including elevated road noise and occasional handling inconsistencies on specific sports car platforms.

f30.bimmerpost.com

“Quote: Originally Posted by HondaGoneRogue I deplore the treadwear of the Michelins, but haven't had them on the 435i. I've ran almost every manufacture tire in UHP form on my 135i though. For the 435i GC (which I do drive aggresively but do NOT track) the General G-Max RS are extremely satisfying on the back roads, highway, street, and in the wet. Sizes are 245/35/19 in front and 265/35/19 in the rear. I've put them through their paces in the not-so-sticky backroads of South Dakota, driven through 40 degree temperature swings from here to CA, and found out how well they will hook from a greenlight in the oily hot streets of Las Vegas. *Hint: A lot, they hook a lot. Noise varys depending on road surface. They are silent on good roads, but can be a bit loud on rough ones. I'm sold on them. They look great around the BBS's and feel great as well for the limits I've taken them to. Hope that helps. You are saying Michelin's treads wear out faster? That goes against everything I've read and heard..."Michelin's extra cost are worth it because they always last longer than comparable tires"”

r/tires ·3 upvotes ·2024-09-10

“G-max rs I put 7k miles on these tires and this is the front how many miles would you say I have before problems occur I plan on replacing in a few weeks Read more”

bobistheoilguy.com ·2023-10-28

“Looking to replace a set of Conti EC Sport (which have been great), but the current 02 model is on backorder with no ETA in the size I need. Considering a Plan B, like the G-Max RS, which is a segment down (UHPS), and might not be an issue since it will be a street tire. Firestone Indy 500 (BS RE003) are in the same class, but heavier, and not as good in the wet. So the main debate is whether to wait for the ECS02, or take a chance on the RS next time it goes on silent "in cart price" sale, which also made them about $200 cheaper for a set, sans rebate or similar promo.”

Top themes
#value and pricing#dry and wet grip#comparison to Michelin PS4S#comparison to Indy 500#road noise levels#treadwear and longevity#Porsche and Corvette fitment

Based on 53 community posts

Tire B

Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4

Positive

Community sentiment for the Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 is predominantly positive, with drivers praising its dry and wet grip, responsive handling, and substantial upgrade over stock tires. However, several users report drawbacks including mediocre deep snow performance, noticeable road noise or ride stiffness compared to competitors like the Continental DWS 06 Plus, and an efficiency or range penalty on electric vehicles.

Top themes
#wet and dry grip#winter and snow capability#EV efficiency and range#Continental DWS06 Plus comparison#CrossClimate 2 comparison#road noise and ride comfort#tread life and wear

Based on 241 community posts

Specs side by side

Attribute A · General G-MAX RS B · Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4
CategorySummer tireAll Season
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Sizes available483
Rim diameters16″ – 20″20″
Tread depth10/32″9 - 10/32″
UTQG360 - 700 A - AA A440 - 540 A - AA A
SidewallBlack Side WallBlack Side Wall
Max pressure50 - 51 psi50 - 51 psi
Sizes in common00

Which one should you actually buy?

General G-MAX RS

Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4

Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 — better snow, handling and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire B You drive through snowy winters

Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 scores 77 vs 33 on snow.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 scores 83 vs 65 on handling.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 scores 83 vs 70 on dry.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 scores 85 vs 72 on wet.

Tire A · General G-MAX RS
Tire B · Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4

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G-MAX RS or Pilot Sport All Season 4?

Which is better in the wet, G-MAX RS or Pilot Sport All Season 4?

Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4, 85 vs 72 on our wet score.

Which grips better on dry roads, G-MAX RS or Pilot Sport All Season 4?

Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4, 83 vs 70 on our dry score.

Which is better in snow, G-MAX RS or Pilot Sport All Season 4?

Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4, 77 vs 33 on our snow score.

Which is quieter, G-MAX RS or Pilot Sport All Season 4?

Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4, 65 vs 62 on our noise score.

Which is more comfortable, G-MAX RS or Pilot Sport All Season 4?

Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4, 74 vs 66 on our comfort score.

Which lasts longer, G-MAX RS or Pilot Sport All Season 4?

Neither, by our numbers: 70 vs 70 on the treadwear score, within 3 points.

How do we compare tires?

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