Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV review
Relative score 60% tests + 40% owners
Better than 97% of the summer tires we score.
Owners 79 · 1,377 reviews analysed Road tests 80 · 9 tests
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Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV has a Relative Score of 80 out of 100 among summer tires. In 10 road tests with an overall ranking it finished first 6 times and in the top three 7 times. Testers rate it best for wet (93) and weakest for noise (53). 1,377 owner reviews rate it 79 out of 100. 71% would buy it again.
Projected tread life in 1 wear test: about 36,000 km (22,000 miles), newest 2024.
- Strength: Wet 93 — 1st of 9 (2026 Summer SUV tire Test), 1st of 10 (2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer tire Test)
- Strength: Dry 86 — 1st of 6 (2025 Vi Bilagare Summer EV tire Test), 1st of 12 (2023 Best SUV tires Tested)
- Weak point: Comfort 54 — 6th of 8 (2020 ViBilagare SUV tire Test), 4th of 6 (2025 Vi Bilagare Summer EV tire Test)
- Weak point: Noise 53 — 8th of 8 (2020 ViBilagare SUV tire Test), 9th of 10 (2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer tire Test)
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews found online; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
How scores work
- Relative score
- 0–100. Blends road tests (60%) and owner reviews (40%) category by category, the same way on every TireWheelGuide page. With only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from it, so the score stays closer to average. It needs at least one road test or five owner reviews.
- Road tests
- 0–100 per score, from published tests, newer tests counting more. Each result is compared with every other tire in the same test, so a win against a strong field counts for more. The average tested tire gets 70, the best 100; with only one or two tests a tire stays nearer 70. The discipline rows show % of the best tire in that test.
- Owner reviews
- 0–100 from the owner reviews we found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates and scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70. With only a few reviews a tire stays near the average.
By owner reviews
79/100From 1,377 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.
By road tests
80/100Scaled across every tested tire: the average gets 70, the best 100.
What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 1,377 owner reviews found online.
The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV is widely praised for its exceptional wet and dry grip, precise handling, and ability to improve ride quality and stability on heavy vehicles. While the vast majority of users report high satisfaction and a smooth, reassuring driving experience, some note drawbacks such as premium pricing, occasional road noise as the tires wear, and faster tread wear in spirited driving conditions.
Pros
- Outstanding grip and safety in both wet and dry conditions
- Precise steering response and enhanced cornering stability for heavy SUVs
- Noticeable improvement in ride comfort and overall handling
- Strong aquaplaning resistance and braking performance
Cons
- Higher-than-average purchase price
- Increased road noise reported by some users as the tread wears down
- Faster tread wear and shorter mileage lifespan under aggressive driving or heavy vehicle loads
- Poor performance in winter snow and ice conditions
Worth knowing
- Drivers of heavy SUVs and EVs (such as the Volvo XC60/XC90, Toyota RAV4 PHEV, and Tesla/hybrid models) noted that the tire effectively reduces body roll and wallowing, though heavy weights can contribute to quicker tread wear.
- Owners of luxury vehicles like the Lexus RX 450h and Mercedes GLC expressed mixed opinions on cabin noise, with a few finding the tires surprisingly loud on certain regional road surfaces.
10 published test appearances (9 in the score)
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2026 Summer SUV tire Test · 255/45 R 19
5th of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 5th of 9 | |
| Wet Handling | 5th of 9 | |
| Wet Circle | 3rd of 9 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 5th of 9 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 6th of 9 | |
| Straight Aquaplaning | 1st of 9 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 3rd of 9 | |
| Noise | 6th of 9 | |
| Gravel Handling | 5th of 9 | |
| Gravel Traction | 2nd of 9 | |
| Sand Traction | 5th of 9 | |
| Grass Traction | 4th of 9 |
Source: Auto Bild Allrad
2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer tire Test · 255/55 R18
5th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 4th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 10 | |
| Straight Aquaplaning | 1st of 10 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 5th of 10 | |
| Noise | 9th of 10 | |
| Gravel Handling | 9th of 10 | |
| Gravel Traction | 1st of 10 | |
| Sand Traction | 4th of 10 | |
| Grass Traction | 2nd of 10 |
Source: Auto Bild Allrad
2025 Vi Bilagare Summer EV tire Test · 235/55 R19
1st of 6
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 2nd of 6 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 6 | |
| Wet Circle | 2nd of 6 | |
| Dry Braking | 5th of 6 | |
| Straight Aquaplaning | 1st of 6 | |
| Dry Handling (tester's mark) | 1st of 6 | |
| Comfort (tester's mark) | 4th of 6 | |
| Noise (tester's mark) | 4th of 6 | |
| Range | 3rd of 6 |
Source: Vi Bilägare
2024 EV tire Test · 235/55 R19
1st of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 9 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 9 | |
| Dry Braking | 5th of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 2nd of 9 | |
| Straight Aquaplaning | 1st of 9 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 3rd of 9 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 9 | |
| Value | 7th of 9 | |
| Wear | 2nd of 9 | |
| Energy Consumption | 4th of 9 | |
| Abrasion | 3rd of 9 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 7th of 9 |
Source: Auto Bild
2024 Summer SUV tire Test · 235/55 R19
2nd of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 11 | |
| Wet Circle | 3rd of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 11 | |
| Dry Handling | 5th of 11 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 7th of 11 | |
| Straight Aquaplaning | 1st of 11 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 1st of 11 | |
| Noise | 7th of 11 | |
| Gravel Handling | 3rd of 11 | |
| Gravel Traction | 4th of 11 | |
| Sand Traction | 9th of 11 | |
| Grass Traction | 1st of 11 | |
| Mud Traction | 8th of 11 |
Source: Auto Bild Allrad
2023 The Best Electric Vehicle tires VS UHP tires · 255/45 R20
6th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 4th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 8th of 10 | |
| Straight Aquaplaning | 1st of 10 | |
| Noise | 7th of 10 | |
| Price | 10th of 10 | |
| Energy Consumption | 8th of 10 |
Source: Auto Motor und Sport
2023 Best SUV tires Tested · 225/65 R17
1st of 12
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 12 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 12 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 12 | |
| Dry Handling | 1st of 12 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 8th of 12 | |
| Straight Aquaplaning | 1st of 12 | |
| Noise | 3rd of 12 | |
| Price | 11th of 12 | |
| Dirt Handling | 7th of 12 | |
| Sand Traction | 10th of 12 | |
| Grass Traction | 5th of 12 | |
| Mud Traction | 3rd of 12 |
Source: Auto Bild Allrad
2020 ViBilagare SUV tire Test · 225/60 R18
1st of 8
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 1st of 8 | |
| Dry Handling | 3rd of 8 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 6th of 8 | |
| Straight Aquaplaning | 1st of 8 | |
| Comfort (tester's mark) | 6th of 8 | |
| Noise (tester's mark) | 8th of 8 |
Source: Vi Bilägare
2020 SUV 4x4 Summer tire Test · 255/55 R18
1st of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 1st of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 2nd of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 4th of 10 | |
| Straight Aquaplaning | 1st of 10 | |
| Noise | 8th of 10 | |
| Price | 10th of 10 | |
| Gravel Handling | 1st of 10 | |
| Gravel Traction | 2nd of 10 | |
| Sand Traction | 3rd of 10 | |
| Grass Traction | 1st of 10 | |
| Mud Traction | 3rd of 10 |
Source: Auto Bild
2020 Auto Bild Allrad SUV Summer Tire Test R18 · 255/55R18
1st of 10
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Bild Allrad
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV specs & sizes
Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| UTQG | 220 - 320 A - AA A |
| EU label: wet grip | A in 93% of sizes |
| EU label: energy | C in 80% of sizes |
| EU label: external noise | 70–75 dB |
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What owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of the scores above.
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 25 threads and comments.
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