Comparison: Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect vs. Nankang Sportnex AR-1 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Taiwan (Nankang). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Nankang (4%). But when it comes to comparing Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect and Nankang Sportnex AR-1, the rating is the same - 0%. Important for this comparison is also the Sportauto 2022 235/35 R19 test, where both the Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect and the Sportnex AR-1 were tested. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect is made in France and Sportnex AR-1 is made in Taiwan.