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225/50 R16 Michelin Pilot Sport 5 variants
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Michelin Pilot Sport 5 is a summer tyre made in total of 70 sizes, ranging from R16 to R16 - this particular dimension is R16, which means it fits to a 16 inch/406.4mm diameter wheel. 225/50 R16 is 30mm wider than the narrowest dimension (195) and 50mm narrower than the widest one (275). This tyre profile of 50 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 50% of the tyre width (225mm), which results in 112.5mm sidewall height. In 225/50 R16, there is only one possible speed index for Michelin Pilot Sport 5 - "Y", which is good for speeds up to 300 km/h.
Michelin Pilot Sport 5 is made in 70 sizes, starting from 195/45 R16 up to 275/35 R21.
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Michelin Pilot Sport 5 in tyre tests
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (225/50 R16)
| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,6 | 1,5 | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 | 1,9 | 1,9 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 279 | 141 | 139 | ||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 | 260 | 132 | 128 | ||||
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2025 225/40 R18
exemplary
Ranked #2 of 13
The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 secured an impressive 2nd place out of 13 competitors, earning a final rating of "Exemplary." It demonstrated outstanding dynamic handling and short braking distances on both wet and dry tracks. Additionally, it showed excellent mileage and performed strongly in the cost efficiency category. The tire particularly excelled in mileage and wet braking disciplines, showcasing its well-rounded capabilities.
exemplary
Ranked #2 of 13
The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 secured an impressive 2nd place out of 13 competitors, earning a final rating of "Exemplary." It demonstrated outstanding dynamic handling and short braking distances on both wet and dry tracks. Additionally, it showed excellent mileage and performed strongly in the cost efficiency category. The tire particularly excelled in mileage and wet braking disciplines, showcasing its well-rounded capabilities.
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32.6 | 27.4 | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 | 33.5 | 27.7 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | |||
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| Best values in test | 71 | 54 | 19 | 7 | |||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 | 70 | 50 | 18 | 5 | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 58.1 | 24.8 | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 | 60.1 | 26 | |||||
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2023 225/40 R18
outstanding
Ranked #3 of 13
The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 secured an impressive 3rd place out of 13 in a competitive summer tire evaluation, receiving a final rating of 'Outstanding.' Testers praised the tire for its top-class sporty performance, highlighting its dynamic handling on both wet and dry surfaces. The tire was noted for its agile handling, well-balanced performance, and precise steering response. Additionally, it was commended for its very good safety margins against aquaplaning, short braking distances on wet surfaces, comfortable ride, and quiet rolling noise. The only downside mentioned was its high price level. The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 stood out particularly in disciplines such as aquaplaning (both cross and longitudinal), wet braking, and wet circle cornering, showcasing its superior performance in challenging conditions.
outstanding
Ranked #3 of 13
The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 secured an impressive 3rd place out of 13 in a competitive summer tire evaluation, receiving a final rating of 'Outstanding.' Testers praised the tire for its top-class sporty performance, highlighting its dynamic handling on both wet and dry surfaces. The tire was noted for its agile handling, well-balanced performance, and precise steering response. Additionally, it was commended for its very good safety margins against aquaplaning, short braking distances on wet surfaces, comfortable ride, and quiet rolling noise. The only downside mentioned was its high price level. The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 stood out particularly in disciplines such as aquaplaning (both cross and longitudinal), wet braking, and wet circle cornering, showcasing its superior performance in challenging conditions.
| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 | 2+ | 2+ | |||||
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2023 225/45 R18
outstanding
Ranked #2 of 20
Securing a commendable 2nd place among 20 contenders, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 left a lasting impression with a final rating deemed 'Outstanding'. This sport tire is celebrated for its precise steering response and superior driving dynamics, alongside its strong performance against aquaplaning and its short stopping distances on both wet and dry surfaces. However, its excellence comes at a high price, which was the only notable drawback highlighted by the testers. Despite this, its overall performance reflects Michelin's commitment to combining safety, efficiency, and driving pleasure in one package, without specifically dominating or lagging in any single discipline.
outstanding
Ranked #2 of 20
Securing a commendable 2nd place among 20 contenders, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 left a lasting impression with a final rating deemed 'Outstanding'. This sport tire is celebrated for its precise steering response and superior driving dynamics, alongside its strong performance against aquaplaning and its short stopping distances on both wet and dry surfaces. However, its excellence comes at a high price, which was the only notable drawback highlighted by the testers. Despite this, its overall performance reflects Michelin's commitment to combining safety, efficiency, and driving pleasure in one package, without specifically dominating or lagging in any single discipline.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 | 2+ | 2+ | 1- | ||||
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225/50 R16 - Best summer tyres (according to tests)
| # | Name | Our rating | Tested in this dimension | Tested in same width dimension | Segment | Price |
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| 1. | Michelin PILOT SPORT 5 | Premium | £191 96 Y | |||
| 2. | Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 | Premium | £132 92 Y | |||
| 3. | Continental PremiumContact 6! Newer model available: Continental PremiumContact 7 | Premium | £157 92 Y | |||
| 4. | Michelin Primacy 4+! Newer model available: Michelin Primacy 5 | Premium | £165 92 W | |||
| 5. | Pirelli Cinturato P7 | Premium | ||||
| 6. | Fulda EcoControl HP2 | Lowcost | ||||
| 7. | Linglong Sport Master | Lowcost | ||||
| 8. | Falken ZIEX ZE310 ECORUN! Newer model available: Falken ZIEX ZE320 | Upper-middle | £106 96 W | |||
| 9. | Uniroyal RainSport 5 | Upper-middle | £118 92 Y | |||
| 10. | Nokian Wetproof | Upper-middle | ||||
| 11. | Maxxis Premitra HP5 | Lowcost | £96 92 W | |||
| 12. | Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance! Newer model available: Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 | Premium | ||||
| 13. | Cooper Zeon CS8 | Upper-middle | ||||
| 14. | Barum Bravuris 5 HM! Newer model available: Barum Bravuris 6 | Lowcost | £99 92 Y | |||
| 15. | Matador Hectorra 5 | Lowcost |
