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

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