Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 27 + 9 road tests and 6,649 + 1,377 owner reviews. How we score
Pilot Sport 4 S leads, 83–80 Narrow edge
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Tests 81 · 27 tests Owners 86 · 6,649 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 15 in 2021 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer Tyre Test (dry braking)
“A note about the pilot sport 4 S: in cold weather (below 5 degrees) even if it isn't icy, the tyre compound hardens and has dramatically reduced grip. They are excellent summer tyres though, good in the wet too. These days I run Uniroyal rainsport 5 and they're very good.”
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 | Pilot Sport 4 S | Pilot Sport 4 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 25 / 9 tests | 95 | 86 |
| Reviews found online | 92 | 86 |
Pilot Sport 4 S: 60% × 94.6 + 40% × 91.5 = 93
Pilot Sport 4 SUV: 60% × 86.1 + 40% × 85.8 = 86
| Source | Pilot Sport 4 S | Pilot Sport 4 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 26 / 9 tests | 86 | 93 |
| Reviews found online | 90 | 86 |
Pilot Sport 4 S: 60% × 85.9 + 40% × 90.4 = 88
Pilot Sport 4 SUV: 60% × 93.3 + 40% × 86.4 = 91
| Source | Pilot Sport 4 S | Pilot Sport 4 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 6 / 2 tests | 70 | 54 |
| Reviews found online | 83 | 71 |
Pilot Sport 4 S: 40% × 70.4 + 60% × 83.4 = 78
Pilot Sport 4 SUV: 40% × 54 + 60% × 70.5 = 64
| Source | Pilot Sport 4 S | Pilot Sport 4 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 20 / 9 tests | 70 | 53 |
| Reviews found online | ≈ 66 (est.) | ≈ 66 (est.) |
Pilot Sport 4 S: 60% × 70.3 + 40% × 66.4 (est.) = 69
Pilot Sport 4 SUV: 60% × 52.6 + 40% × 66.4 (est.) = 58
No owner ratings of noise for Pilot Sport 4 S 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 | Pilot Sport 4 S | Pilot Sport 4 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 1 tests | 70 | 77 |
| Reviews found online | 74 | 65 |
Pilot Sport 4 S: 60% × 70.2 + 40% × 74 = 72
Pilot Sport 4 SUV: 60% × 77 + 40% × 65.3 = 72
| Source | Pilot Sport 4 S | Pilot Sport 4 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews found online | 90 | 83 |
| Source | Pilot Sport 4 S | Pilot Sport 4 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 23 / 9 tests | 72 | 64 |
| Category | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 83 | 80 |
| Dry | 93 | 86 |
| Wet | 88 | 91 |
| Comfort | 78 | 64 |
| Noise | 69 | 58 |
| Treadwear | 72 | 72 |
| Handling (owners) | 90 | 83 |
| Efficiency | 72 | 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.
Pilot Sport 4 S
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.
| Discipline | Category | Pilot Sport 4 S | Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 94% #8/8 · 2026 Autobild Sports Cars Summer Tyre Test | 95% #6/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 100% #2/8 · 2026 Autobild Sports Cars Summer Tyre Test | 98% #5/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Dry Handling (tester's mark) | Dry | 98% #4/10 · 2025 Tire Rack UUHP Summer Tyre Test | 100% #1/6 · 2025 Vi Bilagare Summer EV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Curved Aquaplaning | Wet | 96% #4/7 · 2025 Autobild Sportcars Summer Tire Test R20 | 99% #3/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Straight Aquaplaning | Wet | 100% #1/8 · 2026 Autobild Sports Cars Summer Tyre Test | 100% #1/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 90% #7/8 · 2026 Autobild Sports Cars Summer Tyre Test | 95% #5/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 87% #7/8 · 2026 Autobild Sports Cars Summer Tyre Test | 98% #3/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 90% #6/8 · 2026 Autobild Sports Cars Summer Tyre Test | 97% #5/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Comfort (tester's mark) | Comfort | 84% #6/8 · 2026 Autobild Sports Cars Summer Tyre Test | 40% #4/6 · 2025 Vi Bilagare Summer EV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Noise | Noise | 98% #4/8 · 2026 Autobild Sports Cars Summer Tyre Test | 93% #6/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Noise (tester's mark) | Noise | 98% #2/7 · 2024 EVO Summer Tyre Test | 60% #4/6 · 2025 Vi Bilagare Summer EV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 98% #2/8 · 2026 Autobild Sports Cars Summer Tyre Test | 86% #6/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Price | Cost | 46% #11/11 · 2023 Sport Auto UHP Tyre Test | 49% #11/12 · 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested | – | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #1/10 2026 ACE Summer Tyre Test | #5/9 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | – | 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 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.
“I just went 12k on PSS for mixed use weekend and HDPE. 275/35 19x10 front and 305/30 19x11rear stagger. I replaced the PS4s from stock purchased PP1. I immediately noticed the PSS seemed a little louder and the concrete joints were felt and heard. Now after putting on 285/35 and 325/30 MP4S I'm enjoying a better ride. I have a track event this weekend so I'll get to test the 4S in track duty.”
“My 2023 20th AE Golf R came with Hankook tires , and I've been very pleased with them. I'm a fairly aggressive driver and frequent the twisty roads in the Santa Monica Mountains. I also have a mildly modded Mk VI Golf R shod with Michelin Pilot Sport 4s tires on factory 18" rims, and the Hankooks seem to perform almost as well in the dry, but outshine the PS4s in the wet. I will most likely need new tires next year, but I am undecided between the Hankooks and the Michelin PS4AS tires . As for Continental tires ... I use Continental tubular tires on my road bicycle, but have experienced many problems, including massive chunking with them on my 1974 BMW 2002Tii and my 1979 Scirocco Gti , so I am not going to use them on my cars again.”
“I had a similar experience with Discount Tire and brand new Michelin PS4S's. I clipped a large lane marker (not a dot, a turtle) with both driver's side tires and pinch-flatted them both. I had driven them less than 10 miles so Discount Tire replaced them for only $50 without me even asking for a discount. I had purchased them for about $450 each and didn't buy a road hazard warranty, so I was very pleased with Discount Tire.”
Based on 208 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.
“From 3 model you mention, only Alenza is designed for heavy vehicle/SUV, so longevity is better than other 2 for your Envoy even though the traction may not be the best. If you can find Pilot Sport 4 SUV, then it may be the best to replace Latitude Sport 3. I like Latitude Sport 3, the best in wet weather and great in dry, but it is true it is only 25000 miles lifetime.”
“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.”
“Used Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV I am looking to buy these used Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV tires. They have 7+ mm thread left, DOT 0923. I am wondering why the two tires on the right are so rough / full of small holes, while the ones on the left are so smooth. Probably the right ones were on the front, but still what could this condition be indicating? I still haven't been to the shop to see them and feel how is the rubber, wanted to hear an advice first.”
Based on 25 community posts
| Attribute | A · Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | B · Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer | Summer |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 110 | 65 |
| Rim diameters | 17″ – 22″ | 17″ – 23″ |
| UTQG | 300 A - AA A | 220 - 320 A - AA A |
| Sizes in common | 9 | 9 |
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
Narrow edge: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S — better comfort, noise and efficiency. Pick the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV if wet matters most to you.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S scores 78 vs 64 on comfort.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S scores 69 vs 58 on noise.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S scores 72 vs 64 on efficiency.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S scores 93 vs 86 on dry.
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Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV, 91 vs 88 on our wet score.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S, 93 vs 86 on our dry score.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S, 69 vs 58 on our noise score.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S, 78 vs 64 on our comfort score.
Neither, by our numbers: 72 vs 72 on the treadwear score, within 3 points.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S, 72 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
