Comparison: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV vs. Pirelli P7 Cinturato (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli). Generally, Pirelli summer tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than Michelin (83%). In this particular case, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV has a better rating of 93% compared to 71% of the Pirelli P7 Cinturato. The first tyre test of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV was done in 2020, compared to 2023 when was the Pirelli P7 Cinturato first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2023 225/65 R17 test, where both the Pilot Sport 4 SUV and the P7 Cinturato were tested. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Pilot Sport 4 SUV is made in Poland/Spain and P7 Cinturato is made in Romania/Italy.