Comparison: Hankook ION FlexClimate vs. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Hankook) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin allround tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than Hankook (82%). In this particular case, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S has a better rating of 97% compared to 90% of the Hankook ION FlexClimate. The first tyre test of Hankook ION FlexClimate 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 Hankook ION FlexClimate has B wet grip rating, whereas 62% of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S has A rating.