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Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
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Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV

Summer
Premium
9.3 /10 Recommended

While the Michelin PS4 SUV was introduced back in 2019, it still offers a top-notch performance for the SUVs which is difficult for it's competitors to match.

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Head-to-Head Comparison

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See how this tyre stacks up against its closest rivals across all tested properties

MichelinThis tyre
Pilot Sport 4 SUV
9.3
GoodyearPremium
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
9.4
Better at: Exterior noise, Rolling resistance
Worse at: Grass traction
VredesteinPremium
Ultrac Pro
7.9
Better at: Exterior noise, Dry handling
Worse at: Rolling resistance, Wet braking
HankookPremium
Ventus Evo
9.9
Better at: Grass traction, Exterior noise
GoodyearPremium
Efficient Grip Performance 2
8.7
Better at: Rolling resistance, Exterior noise
Worse at: Wet handling, Wet braking
MichelinPremium
Pilot Sport 5
9.4
BridgestonePremium
Potenza Sport Evo
9.3
Better at: Exterior noise, Comfort
Worse at: Wet handling, Rolling resistance
BridgestonePremium
Turanza 6
8.1
Better at: Rolling resistance
Worse at: Wet braking, Dry handling
ContinentalPremium
PremiumContact 7
9.8
Better at: Rolling resistance
Worse at: Wet handling
BridgestonePremium
Potenza Sport
8.7
Better at: Wet handling, Wet handling - objective
Worse at: Comfort, Rolling resistance
ContinentalPremium
SportContact 7
10.0
Better at: Dry braking, Dry handling - objective
Worse at: Comfort
GoodyearPremium
Efficientgrip 2 SUV
9.2
Better at: Exterior noise
Worse at: Dry handling, Wet handling
BridgestonePremium
Turanza T005
8.8
Better at: Fuel efficiency, Rolling resistance
Worse at: Wet braking, Comfort
FalkenUpper-middle
Azenis FK520
8.0
Better at: Rolling resistance, Dry handling - objective
Worse at: Comfort, Wet handling
ToyoUpper-middle
Proxes Sport 2
7.1
Worse at: Wet braking, Grass traction
GitiBudget
GitiSport S2+
8.9
Worse at: Dry handling, Rolling resistance

Pros & Cons

Strengths

Outstanding overall performance on both wet and dry surfaces, featuring precise steering and consistently short braking distances.

Exceptional safety in wet conditions with excellent aquaplaning resistance and strong safety reserves.

Superior ride comfort with impressive rolling smoothness and a notably quiet cabin.

Versatile performance with good off-road capability, making it well-suited for varied driving conditions.

Premium tire offering a well-balanced combination of performance, safety, and comfort.

Weaknesses

Moderate traction on sand, indicating slightly less grip on loose surfaces.

Reports of marginally longer dry braking distances compared to some competitors.

Minor dynamic weaknesses in wet handling, even with the acceptable aquaplaning protection.

A slightly increased rolling resistance that could impact fuel efficiency.

Elevated noise levels from passing vehicles, despite the low in-cabin noise.

Reviews

9.1
44 Reviews

Customers like

Strong wet grip10×
Strong dry grip and handling
Low road noise
Comfortable ride
Good tread longevity

Customers don't like

High road noise
Limited tread life
Stiff ride and vibration
Increased fuel consumption

History

2019

Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV was launched

2020
2× Tested2× Winner
Autobild255/55 R181stExemplary
Vibilagare225/60 R181st
2023
2× Tested1× Winner
Autobild225/65 R171stExemplary
Automotorsport255/45 R20#6Very good
2024
1× Tested
Autobild235/55 R19#2Exemplary
2025
2× Tested1× Winner
Vibilagare235/55 R191stTest winner
Autobild255/55 R18#5Good
2026
1× Tested
Auto Bild255/45 R 19#5Good
Price vs Quality
Size:

Tests (8)

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8 Tests 4× Winner 7× Recommended
Auto Bild Summer
255/45 R 19
#5 Of 9 Tyres
5thGood
Dry braking: 2+ mWet braking: 2 m
SUV AWD
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Autobild Summer
255/55 R18
#5 Of 10 Tyres
Autobild Summer
235/55 R19
#2 Of 11 Tyres
Autobild Summer
225/65 R17
Winner
Automotorsport Summer
255/45 R20
#6 Of 10 Tyres
Autobild Summer
255/55 R18
Winner

Sizes (77)

1 Variants

106VXL
235/65 R17From £133

2 Variants

108WVXL
mytyres.co.ukBest£133
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Ratings

Tested By professional organizations

Test winner5× (71%)
Good2× (29%)

Performance by size

xxx/xx R17 10.0xxx/xx R18 9.3xxx/xx R19 9.5xxx/xx R20 10.0225/xx Rxx 10.0235/xx Rxx 10.0255/xx Rxx 9.3

Frequently asked questions

Where is Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV made?
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV is made in Poland/Spain.
Is this tyre suitable for SUVs?
Yes, this tyre is also made in SUV sizes.

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