Tests 80 · 9 tests Owners 79 · 1,383 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 (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 9 + 20 road tests and 1,383 + 1,277 owner reviews. How we score
Pilot Sport 4 SUV is ahead, 80–59
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Tests 80 · 9 tests Owners 79 · 1,383 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”
Tests 58 · 20 tests Owners 53 · 1,277 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 11 in 2018 AMS Summer UHP Tyre Test (straight aquaplaning)
“Had the older version on an SRT8. Grip & performance were great. But wear was not. 10K miles(2 rotations) is all I got.”
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
| Source | Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Proxes Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 9 / 18 tests | 86 | 61 |
| Reviews found online | 86 | 64 |
Pilot Sport 4 SUV: 60% × 86.1 + 40% × 85.9 = 86
Proxes Sport: 60% × 60.6 + 40% × 63.6 = 62
| Source | Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Proxes Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 9 / 18 tests | 93 | 76 |
| Reviews found online | 87 | 59 |
Pilot Sport 4 SUV: 60% × 93.4 + 40% × 86.5 = 91
Proxes Sport: 60% × 76.4 + 40% × 59 = 69
| Source | Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Proxes Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | ≈ 51 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | – | 10 |
Proxes Sport: 60% × 51.3 (est.) + 40% × 10 = 35
No road tests of snow for Proxes Sport. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.32).
| Source | Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Proxes Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 2 / 5 tests | 54 | 49 |
| Reviews found online | 71 | 59 |
Pilot Sport 4 SUV: 40% × 54 + 60% × 70.6 = 64
Proxes Sport: 40% × 49.4 + 60% × 58.6 = 55
| Source | Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Proxes Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 9 / 11 tests | 53 | 72 |
| Reviews found online | ≈ 66 (est.) | 68 |
Pilot Sport 4 SUV: 60% × 52.5 + 40% × 66.3 (est.) = 58
Proxes Sport: 60% × 72 + 40% × 68 = 70
No owner ratings of noise for 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 SUV | Proxes Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 5 tests | 77 | 37 |
| Reviews found online | 65 | 54 |
Pilot Sport 4 SUV: 60% × 77 + 40% × 65.4 = 72
Proxes Sport: 60% × 37.1 + 40% × 54.3 = 44
| Source | Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Proxes Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews found online | 83 | 55 |
| Source | Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Proxes Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 9 / 12 tests | 64 | 41 |
| Category | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Toyo Proxes Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 80 | 59 |
| Dry | 86 | 62 |
| Wet | 91 | 69 |
| Snow | – | 35 |
| Comfort | 64 | 55 |
| Noise | 58 | 70 |
| Treadwear | 72 | 44 |
| Handling (owners) | 83 | 55 |
| Efficiency | 64 | 41 |
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.
Pilot Sport 4 SUV
Proxes Sport
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.
| Discipline | Category | Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Proxes Sport | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 95% #6/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | 92% #7/8 · 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% #5/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | 98% #7/8 · 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Dry Handling (tester's mark) | Dry | 100% #1/6 · 2025 Vi Bilagare Summer EV Tyre Test | 60% #7/8 · 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Straight Aquaplaning | Wet | 100% #1/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | 98% #3/8 · 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 95% #5/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | 82% #8/8 · 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 98% #3/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | 91% #8/8 · 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 97% #5/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | 94% #8/8 · 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Comfort (tester's mark) | Comfort | 40% #4/6 · 2025 Vi Bilagare Summer EV Tyre Test | 60% #10/11 · 2020 AMS 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Noise | Noise | 93% #6/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | 98% #6/8 · 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wear | Treadwear | 97% #2/8 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | 84% #13/16 · 2020 ADAC 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 86% #6/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | 86% #7/8 · 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Price | Cost | 49% #11/12 · 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested | 72% #4/8 · 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Cost | #7/8 2024 EV Tyre Test | #17/20 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Value | Cost | 62% #7/8 · 2024 EV Tyre Test | 60% #17/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Grass Traction | Off-road | 71% #4/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | 89% #8/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Gravel Handling | Off-road | 99% #5/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | 100% #2/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Gravel Traction | Off-road | 95% #2/9 · 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | 93% #5/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Mud Traction | Off-road | 90% #8/11 · 2024 Summer SUV Tyre Test | 88% #8/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #5/9 2026 Summer SUV Tyre Test | #15/22 2022 Consumer Reports Ultra High Performance Summer Tires | – | 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
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.”
“Quote: Originally Posted by robtr8 I like to use the tire size calculator on 1010Tires.com. Shows 285/40's as being almost 3% bigger than the OE size. Generally speaking you want no more than a 1% different. The PS 4 SUV's are available in a 295/35. Rocketcar - if you had P-Zero's then yup. They suck. Took them off the F Type immediately if not sooner. Quote: Originally Posted by RAudi Driver That's why they are called P-Zeros. If they were good Pirelli would have named them P-10's. Quote: Originally Posted by BrettIsAwesomer Not a fan of the LS3 on my Cayenne. They came on the car when I bought it but will replace with Pilot Sport 4 SUV later this year. There are some stretches of road where the surface conditions change and I get a terrible droning noise in the cabin with the LS3. However, in my Cayman with PS4S in the same areas you can barely tell the road surface changed. The wear on both sets is about the same. 2016 Cayenne S e-Hybrid with 21" Latitude Sport 3 (295/35) 2014 Cayman with 20" Pilot Sport 4S (235-265/35) I am putting an OPC warranty on the Cayenne, so for me the LS3 is is best N rated tyre available...”
“Loving my new Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV tires and Enkei Raijin wheels”
Based on 25 community posts
Community sentiment toward the Toyo Proxes Sport family is generally positive, with users praising its value for money, comfortable ride quality, and capable daily street performance. While drivers note it lacks the sharp turn-in and grip of dedicated 200tw track tires, it is frequently highlighted as a cost-effective alternative to Michelin and Continental. Many prospective buyers note a relative scarcity of reviews, but those who run them report good traction, low noise, and appealing wide fitment options.
“I have real world experience with the Toyo Proxes Sport AS+. This may be the best all around tire on the planet IMO. I'm old and so I've tried multiple tires in real world conditions as a daily driver with performance in mind. I know every Michelin and Pirelli. I've become an expert on available tires in the USA.. What you will find with This tire: * They are immediately quiet *Resist hydroplaning in big water * Higher than expected dry performance in super hot weather for an AS * Maintain tread pattern to the death and remain quiet. These tires are next level.”
“I own both the Falken and Toyo Proxes Sport, both in 235/40-17. The Toyo rides better, the Falken goes faster through the turns, and turn-in response is much quicker. I have not bothered to take the Toyo to the track because around our fun canyon roads it is clearly slower and with less grip than the Falken. The Falken feels like a race tire, complete with stiff sidewall support for crisp turn-in, used those for track and autocross over the last few months, including two wins in class at autocross. The Toyo feels like a street tire, much like the Continental ECS, complete with much lower weight because sidewalls are comparatively soft and squishy next to the Falken. If you want a soft daily driver 235/40 and you accept it is a few clicks slower than the Falken, the Toyo is great as a daily driver. But if you expect that Toyo to keep up with the Falken on track days, you will be disappointed.”
“Toyo Proxes Sport 2 Really enjoyed these Proxes Sport 2s on my Alpina over the last year - in fact they’re so good I’ve put them on the B3 too! Great value for money. Read more”
Based on 32 community posts
| Attribute | A · Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV | B · Toyo Proxes Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer | Summer |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 65 | 83 |
| Rim diameters | 17″ – 23″ | 17″ – 21″ |
| Tread depth | — | 9 - 10/32″ |
| UTQG | 220 - 320 A - AA A | 240 AA A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 25,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall |
| Max pressure | — | 50 - 51 psi |
| Sizes in common | 3 | 3 |
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
Toyo Proxes Sport
Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV — better treadwear, handling and dry. Pick the Toyo Proxes Sport if noise matters most to you.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV scores 72 vs 44 on treadwear.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV scores 83 vs 55 on handling.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV scores 86 vs 62 on dry.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV scores 64 vs 41 on efficiency.
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Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV, 91 vs 69 on our wet score.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV, 86 vs 62 on our dry score.
Toyo Proxes Sport, 70 vs 58 on our noise score.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV, 64 vs 55 on our comfort score.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV, 72 vs 44 on our treadwear score.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV, 64 vs 41 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