Comparison: Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect 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 (82%). The first tyre test of Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect was done in 2022, compared to 2025 when was the Hankook ION Evo first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 93% of Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect has C wet grip rating, whereas 98% of Hankook ION Evo has A rating. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect is made in France and ION Evo is made in Hungary.