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

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Hankook). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (84%) than Hankook (80%). In this particular case, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S has a better rating of 97% compared to 90% of the Hankook ION Evo. The first tyre test of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S was done in 2018, compared to 2025 when was the Hankook ION Evo 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 (98%) of the Hankook ION Evo 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 ION Evo is made in Hungary.