Comparison: Michelin Pilot Sport 5 vs. Triangle Effexsport TH202 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from (Triangle). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Triangle (46%). In this particular case, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has a better rating of 94% compared to 33% of the Triangle Effexsport TH202. The first tyre test of Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was done in 2022, compared to 2025 when was the Triangle Effexsport TH202 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autozeitung 2025 225/45 R18 test, where both the Pilot Sport 5 and the Effexsport TH202 were tested.