Comparison: Michelin Pilot Sport 5 vs. Minerva F205 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from (Minerva). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Minerva (25%). In this particular case, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has a better rating of 94% compared to 17% of the Minerva F205. The first tyre test of Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was done in 2022, compared to 2020 when was the Minerva F205 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2026 245/45 R19 test, where both the Pilot Sport 5 and the F205 were tested. See more mutual tests below.