Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
Pilot Sport 4S is the sportier version of the Pilot Sports and the most sporty one that still cares about the wet performance, which is it's strong suite. It's usually expensive, but also a guarantee of a great performance tyre.
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Table of contents:
Pros and cons
- Short braking distance on dry roads
- Great handling on dry roads
- Very good aquaplaning resistance
- Short braking distance on wet roads
- Exceptional handling on the wet
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Comparison
Wet road
Dry road - safety
Dry road - sportiness
Sizes
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S is made in 178 sizes, starting from 215/35 R18 up to 315/30 R23.
19"
20"
21"
22"
23"
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Runflat
There are 8 runflat variants of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S available.
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Timeline
2018
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S was tested 2x (Autobild,...) and won the Autobild 245/30 R20 test.
2020
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S was tested 1x (Autobild) and won the Autobild 245/35 R19 test.
2021
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S was tested 3x (Tyre Reviews,...) and won the Autobild 255/35 R19 test.
2022
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S was tested 1x (Tyre Reviews)
2023
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S was tested 1x (SportAuto)
2024
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S got replaced by Michelin Pilot Sport S 5
Achievements
Best
Dry braking
Sportauto 2023
TyreReviews.com 2021
Autobild 2020
EVO 2020
+1
Best
Wet braking
Autobild 2020
EVO 2020
Autobild 2018
Best
Wet circle cornering
EVO 2020
Autobild 2018
Autobild 2018
Best
Dry handling
Autobild 2020
EVO 2020
Best
Aquaplaning - cross
Sportauto 2023
Best
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Sportauto 2023
Best
Exterior noise
Autobild 2020
Best
Wet handling
Autobild 2018
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S in tyre tests
All tyre tests where Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S was featured:All tests
SportAuto Summer tyre test 2023 225/40 R18
very good
Ranked #3 of 11
Securing a commendable 3rd place out of 11 contenders, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S delivered an outstanding performance, earning a final rating of "Very good". This tire showcased remarkable capabilities, particularly in areas vital for safety and control. Its strengths were highlighted by exceptional wet braking and brilliant aquaplaning safety, alongside its prowess on dry surfaces with solid braking, excellent precision, and minimal sensitivity to load changes. Notably, it excelled best in disciplines such as aquaplaning across and along the direction of travel, and dry braking, underlining its balanced performance across diverse conditions. However, it wasn't without its shortcomings; the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S faced criticism for a somewhat unclear balance in wet handling and was noted for elevated rolling resistance and noise levels. Despite these minor drawbacks, its overall capabilities solidified its position as a top choice in the category.
very good
Ranked #3 of 11
Securing a commendable 3rd place out of 11 contenders, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S delivered an outstanding performance, earning a final rating of "Very good". This tire showcased remarkable capabilities, particularly in areas vital for safety and control. Its strengths were highlighted by exceptional wet braking and brilliant aquaplaning safety, alongside its prowess on dry surfaces with solid braking, excellent precision, and minimal sensitivity to load changes. Notably, it excelled best in disciplines such as aquaplaning across and along the direction of travel, and dry braking, underlining its balanced performance across diverse conditions. However, it wasn't without its shortcomings; the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S faced criticism for a somewhat unclear balance in wet handling and was noted for elevated rolling resistance and noise levels. Despite these minor drawbacks, its overall capabilities solidified its position as a top choice in the category.
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| Best values in test | 1 | 1- | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | 2+ | 1- | |||||
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Tyre Reviews Summer tyre test 2021 225/40 R18
highly recommended
Ranked #3 of 11
highly recommended
Ranked #3 of 11
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | |||
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| Best values in test | 9,1 | 5,7 | 5,7 | 6,3 | |||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | 9,1 | 8,8 | 9,5 | 8 | |||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | 2+ | 1- | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | 1- | 2+ | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | 2 | 2+ | |||||
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Test ratings distribution
| 100% (8x) | ||
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| Exemplary | Very good | Highly recommended |
| 4x | 2x | 2x |
Ratings x Wheel size
| R18 | R19 | R20 |
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| 100% (2x) | 100% (4x) | 100% (2x) |
Ratings x Width
| 225/xx Rxx | 245/xx Rxx | 255/xx Rxx | 265/xx Rxx |
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| 100% (2x) | 100% (3x) | 100% (2x) | 100% (1x) |
FAQ
Where is Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S made?
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S is made in United States.
Is this tyre suitable for SUVs?
Yes, this tyre is also made in SUV sizes.
