Comparison: Continental UltraContact NXT vs. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (Continental) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Continental summer tyres are slightly better rated (92%) than Michelin (84%). In this particular case, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S has a better rating of 97% compared to 95% of the Continental UltraContact NXT. The first tyre test of Continental UltraContact NXT was done in 2025, compared to 2018 when was the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Continental UltraContact NXT dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (62%) of the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S also have A wet ratings. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the UltraContact NXT is made in Portugal and Pilot Sport 4 S is made in United States.