Tests 71 · 14 tests Owners 76 · 258 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 9 in 2025 EVO Summer Tyre Test (straight aqua)
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Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport vs Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S — Compared
Relative Score (0–100): 60% professional tests, 40% owner reviews.
Pilot Sport 4 S is ahead, 81–73
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Tests 81 · 27 tests Owners 82 · 6,601 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 10 in 2026 ACE Summer Tyre Test (overall ranking)
“Am I the owner of the newer PS4s?😁 Hello everyone, new in the sub and just want to share my love for the Pilot Sport 4s. This is the third set and I love it. To me they are the perfect compromise beetween performance anche tyre wear. Last set last me 43k km, I do lot of highway and some spirited drive when possibile. I also had a set of Sport Contact 7, awesome grip, to me better than the PS4s, almost too much for my stock Golf. They also wear out faster. I saw yesterday the review of Potenza Sport Evo and they promise very week, maybe next time I’ll try!”
Category by category
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
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85
Dry
Pilot Sport 4 S +691Why this score
Source Eagle F1 SuperSport Pilot Sport 4 S Professional tests (TWG score) 85 92 Reviews found online 85 89 Dry Braking (% of best) 96% 93% Dry Handling (% of best) 99% 99% -
80
Wet
Pilot Sport 4 S +585Why this score
Source Eagle F1 SuperSport Pilot Sport 4 S Professional tests (TWG score) 82 85 Reviews found online 78 85 Longitudinal Aquaplaning (% of best) 98% 94% Transverse Aquaplaning (% of best) 99% 96% Wet Braking (% of best) 87% 94% Wet Circle (% of best) 98% 97% Wet Handling (% of best) 96% 98% -
44
Comfort
Pilot Sport 4 S +3175Why this score
Source Eagle F1 SuperSport Pilot Sport 4 S Professional tests (TWG score) 28 70 Reviews found online 68 81 -
48
Noise
Pilot Sport 4 S +2169Why this score
Source Eagle F1 SuperSport Pilot Sport 4 S Professional tests (TWG score) 31 71 Reviews found online 74 – Exterior Noise (% of best) 99% 99% -
64
Treadwear
Pilot Sport 4 S +771Why this score
Source Eagle F1 SuperSport Pilot Sport 4 S Professional tests (TWG score) – 70 Reviews found online 64 71 -
83
Handling
Pilot Sport 4 S +386Why this score
Source Eagle F1 SuperSport Pilot Sport 4 S Reviews found online 83 86
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 73 | 81 |
| Dry | 85 | 91 |
| Wet | 80 | 85 |
| Comfort | 44 | 75 |
| Noise | 48 | 69 |
| Treadwear | 64 | 71 |
| Handling | 83 | 86 |
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Headline score
73
/ 100
Eagle F1 SuperSport
81
/ 100
Pilot Sport 4 S
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Eagle F1 SuperSport | Pilot Sport 4 S | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curved Aquaplaning | Curved | 98% #3/7 · 2024 EVO Summer Tyre Test | 93% #4/9 · 2025 EVO Summer Tyre Test | +4.2 | Different tests |
| Dry Braking | Dry | 96% #6/9 · 2025 EVO Summer Tyre Test | 93% #3/7 · 2024 EVO Summer Tyre Test | +3.3 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 99% #3/7 · 2024 Sports Car Tyre Test | 99% #3/15 · 2021 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer Tyre Test | +0.4 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 86% #7/7 · 2025 Autobild Sports Cars UUHP Tyre Test | 93% #2/6 · 2018 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer Tyre Test | −7.0 | Different tests |
| Exterior Noise | Noise | 99% #3/7 · 2025 Autobild Sportcars Summer Tire Test R20 | 99% #2/7 · 2025 Autobild Sportcars Summer Tire Test R20 | −0.1 | Same test |
| Noise | Other | 99% #7/10 · 2022 Sport Auto UHP, UUHP and Semi Slick Tyre Test | 98% #7/8 · 2025 Sports Cars Tyre Test | +1.3 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 44% #9/9 · 2021 Auto Bild UUHP Summer Tyre Test | 45% #9/10 · 2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test | −0.9 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 17% #6/7 · 2023 ACE / Gute Fahrt UHP Summer Tyre Test | 100% #1/10 · 2026 ACE Summer Tyre Test | −83.3 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 100% #1/9 · 2025 EVO Summer Tyre Test | 98% #6/15 · 2021 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer Tyre Test | +2.3 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 80% #7/10 · 2020 UHP, UUHP and Track Day Tyre Test | 88% #4/8 · 2025 Sports Cars Tyre Test | −7.5 | Different tests |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 94% #3/7 · 2020 EVO UHP Summer Tyre Test | 100% #1/5 · 2025 AutoView Sports Tyre Test | −6.3 | Different tests |
| Subj. Noise | Subj | 96% #4/7 · 2024 EVO Summer Tyre Test | 98% #2/7 · 2024 EVO Summer Tyre Test | −2.0 | Same test |
| Subj. Road Score | Subj | 93% #3/9 · 2025 EVO Summer Tyre Test | 100% #1/9 · 2025 EVO Summer Tyre Test | −7.5 | Same test |
| Subj. Wet Handling | Subj | 80% #4/8 · 2025 Die Reifentester UHP Summer Tyre Test | 88% #7/7 · 2020 EVO UHP Summer Tyre Test | −7.9 | Different tests |
| Tyre Weight | Tyre | 94% #5/10 · 2020 UHP, UUHP and Track Day Tyre Test | 99% #2/10 · 2020 UHP, UUHP and Track Day Tyre Test | −5.0 | Same test |
| Longitudinal Aquaplaning | Wet | 98% #5/7 · 2025 Autobild Sportcars Summer Tire Test R20 | 94% #6/7 · 2024 Autobild Sportscars Summer TIre Test R20 | +4.2 | Different tests |
| Transverse Aquaplaning | Wet | 99% #3/7 · 2025 Autobild Sportcars Summer Tire Test R20 | 96% #4/7 · 2025 Autobild Sportcars Summer Tire Test R20 | +2.3 | Same test |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 87% #5/7 · 2025 Autobild Sportcars Summer Tire Test R20 | 94% #3/9 · 2018 Sport Auto 19 inch UHP and Track Day Tyre Test | −6.9 | Different tests |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 98% #3/7 · 2025 Autobild Sports Cars UUHP Tyre Test | 97% #3/7 · 2024 Autobild Sportscars Summer TIre Test R20 | +1.5 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 96% #6/7 · 2024 Sports Car Tyre Test | 98% #4/7 · 2025 Autobild Sports Cars UUHP Tyre Test | −1.6 | Different tests |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A Eagle F1 SuperSport
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and high-speed stability
- Precise steering response and high-feedback handling
- Strong track-day performance and heat tolerance
Cons
- Rapid tread wear on high-torque vehicles or track use
- Increased road noise and harsher ride quality
- Reduced grip and confidence in cold or damp conditions
Tire B Pilot Sport 4 S
Pros
- Exceptional grip and predictable handling in both dry and wet conditions
- Noticeable reduction in road noise and improved ride comfort compared to competitors and run-flats
- Sharper steering response and improved cornering stability
Cons
- High initial purchase price
- Rapid tread wear reported by some aggressive drivers and track users
- Soft sidewalls can cause a slightly vague or laggy initial response during rapid steering transitions
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Tire B
Positive
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
The community widely regards the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S as a benchmark max-performance summer tire, praising its outstanding dry and wet grip, stability, and daily driving refinement. Common criticisms focus on its premium price, rapid tread wear on high-powered heavy vehicles or hot track sessions, and significantly reduced grip in cold weather. Many enthusiasts consider it an ideal street tire, though some note softer sidewalls compared to predecessors or recommend dedicated track tires for hard circuit driving.
r/TeslaModelS
·1 upvote ·2025-03-27
“I was running pilot sport 4s on my MS. (19” wheels) I was lucky to get 13,000-14,000. I just switched to Kumho Majesty 9’s for about 1/3 the price. Currently have 4,000 miles on them and just to rotated. Fingers crossed I can get 13,000 miles out of them.”
r/Golf_R
·1 upvote ·2021-03-17
“I run the all seasons on my Golf because I drive ~400+ miles per week in all matter of weather. The high tread wear rating and all-weather grip make more sense for me. But, having run the max performance PS4s before, if you’re cool with having two sets, they are basically impossible to beat. Absolute magic tires.”
r/WRXSTi
·149 upvotes ·2025-07-09
“New tires Pilot Sport 4s got some new Pilot Sport 4s in 245/40/18. way different to my yokohama advan AS+. a lot more grip, obviously. very minimal to no sidewall flex. very good tires. i had pilot sport 3's on my 2013 hatchback wrx back in the day. feels good to get back on some good tires again. Read more”
Top themes
#Wet and dry grip#Track day durability#High price vs alternatives#Tread life and wear#Cold weather performance#Sidewall stiffness and comfort
Based on 208 community posts
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport | B · Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer | Summer |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 75 | 110 |
| Rim diameters | 18″ – 23″ | 17″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 7 - 10/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 080 - 300 A - AA A | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Serrated Black Lettering | — |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | — |
Which one should you actually buy?
73
/ 100
Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport
81
/ 100
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S — better comfort, noise and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S scores 75 vs 44 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S scores 69 vs 48 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S scores 71 vs 64 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S scores 91 vs 85 on dry.
Tire A · Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport
Tire B · Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
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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.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.