Comparison: Nankang Sportnex AR-1 vs. Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Taiwan (Nankang) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Nankang (4%). But when it comes to comparing Nankang Sportnex AR-1 and Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect, the rating is the same - 0%. Important for this comparison is also the Sportauto 2022 235/35 R19 test, where both the Sportnex AR-1 and the Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect were tested. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Sportnex AR-1 is made in Taiwan and Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect is made in France.