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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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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, Comfort
Worse at: Aquaplaning - cross, Aquaplaning - longitudal, Wet braking
FalkenUpper-middle
Azenis FK520
8.0
Better at: Exterior noise, Comfort
Worse at: Wet handling, Aquaplaning - cross, Wet circle cornering
ToyoUpper-middle
Proxes Sport 2
7.1
Better at: Exterior noise
Worse at: Wet braking, Aquaplaning - cross, Aquaplaning - longitudal
HankookPremium
Ventus Evo
9.9
Better at: Exterior noise, Dry handling, Wet circle cornering
Worse at: Aquaplaning - cross, Aquaplaning - longitudal
BridgestonePremium
Potenza Sport Evo
9.3
Better at: Wet circle cornering, Dry braking
Worse at: Comfort, Aquaplaning - cross, Aquaplaning - longitudal
GitiBudget
GitiSport S2+
8.9
Better at: Exterior noise
Worse at: Dry handling, Wet circle cornering, Wet braking
KumhoUpper-middle
Ecsta Sport (PS72)
8.7
Worse at: Aquaplaning - cross, Dry handling, Aquaplaning - longitudal
VredesteinPremium
Ultrac Pro
7.9
Better at: Exterior noise
Worse at: Wet braking, Wet circle cornering, Aquaplaning - cross
BridgestonePremium
Turanza 6
8.1
Worse at: Wet circle cornering, Wet braking, Dry braking
Pirelli
Scorpion
Better at: Exterior noise
Worse at: Wet handling, Wet braking, Wet circle cornering
KumhoUpper-middle
Ecsta PS71 SUV
7.5
Better at: Exterior noise
Worse at: Wet braking, Wet circle cornering, Dry braking
TriangleB
EffeX SUV TS 601
7.3
Worse at: Aquaplaning - longitudal, Wet braking, Wet circle cornering
VredesteinPremium
Ultrac
4.3
Worse at: Wet braking, Wet circle cornering, Dry handling
ContinentalPremium
PremiumContact 7
9.8
Better at: Comfort
Worse at: Aquaplaning - cross, Aquaplaning - longitudal, Exterior noise
NokianUpper-middle
Hakka Black 3
5.4
Better at: Wet handling, Dry braking
Worse at: Aquaplaning - longitudal, Wet circle cornering, Aquaplaning - cross

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.

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)

225/65 R17From £172

1 Variants

106VXL
mytyres.co.ukBest£172
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235/65 R17From £144

2 Variants

108WVXL
tyres-pneus-online.co.ukBest£144
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Ratings

Tested By professional organizations

Very good5× (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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