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 SUV has a better rating of 93% compared to 90% of the Hankook ION FlexClimate. The first tyre test of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV was done in 2020, compared to 2025 when was the Hankook ION FlexClimate first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 77% of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV has A wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Hankook ION FlexClimate has B rating. We also know where
Pilot Sport 4 SUV is made - Poland/Spain.
