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Michelin Pilot Sport S 5 review

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The Michelin Pilot Sport S 5 is generally praised as a phenomenal ultra-high-performance tire that significantly improves upon its predecessor with sharper dry handling and enhanced feedback. However, durability concerns regarding sidewall strength upon impact have been noted by some users.

Michelin Pilot Sport S 5

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The Michelin Pilot Sport S 5 is generally praised as a phenomenal ultra-high-performance tire that significantly improves upon its predecessor with sharper dry handling and enhanced feedback. However, durability concerns regarding sidewall strength upon impact have been noted by some users.

Pros

  • Exceptional dry handling and sportier performance compared to the Pilot Sport 4S
  • Maintains great wet weather feedback and control
  • Improved overall comfort despite its aggressive performance focus
  • Outstanding grip capable of handling high-horsepower and heavy vehicles effectively

Cons

  • Susceptible to sidewall splitting and failure when striking curbs or potholes at moderate speeds
  • High replacement cost per tire
  • May exhibit a slight increase in road noise compared to older generations

Worth knowing

  • Performs exceptionally well on high-horsepower, heavy luxury sports sedans like the Audi S8+ and Jaguar XFR.
  • The N0 specification variant integrates successfully with high-performance vehicle dynamics.

Michelin Pilot Sport S 5 specs & sizes

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