Pilot Sport 4 S TIRE REVIEW
There are 2087 reviews for the Pilot Sport 4 S
Rating Snapshot
When asked, 81% of reviewers recommend this tire
Review Summary
The Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires are praised for their exceptional performance, with excellent grip, precise steering response, and stability at high speeds. Customers report the tires transformed the driving experience, making vehicles feel more responsive and confident, especially during aggressive maneuvers. The tires also offer a comfortable ride and low noise levels. While a few customers noted concerns about durability and noise, the Pilot Sport 4S tires are widely regarded as a top-performing summer tire that delivers an exceptional balance of grip, handling, and comfort.
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1-10 on 2087 reviews
Really can't fault these tyres. They might have been out for ages now but they still rate very highly in media reviews. They are OE on my very rare Vauxhall Insignia B GSi & were used to develop its handling on the Nurburgring & other proving grounds. Fantastic grip in the wet or dry, predictable losx of traction when pushed, plus excellent longevity. The car only has 300bhp & 4WD as & when needed but, it spends most of its time as FWD unless the car feels the need for rear traction. E.g. pulling tighter out of a corner under power etc. On other "cheaper" UHP tyres I would have the fronts down to the legal limit in anything from 5k-7k miles. Now it's around 10k.
I put a set of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S tires on my F-150, and they completely changed the truck. The grip is insane. From a dig or a roll, power actually sticks instead of spinning. Cornering feels sharp and planted, almost like a sports car, and the floaty truck feel is gone. Ride quality is still smooth, road noise is low, and braking is noticeably stronger. For a street truck build, this is one of the best upgrades you can make. 10/10 — highly recommend.
quality sucks
I had one set of tires and they got excessive inner shoulder wear, alignment was checked 3 times and was spot on. Tire is very sensitive to tire pressure and needs to be over inflated to prevent excessive wear. I got fed up and purchased set of Pilot Sport 5 which i had delivered from Europe. This is much better tire but quality control is lacking. One has excessive road force which can be felt between 62-75 mph, BTW PS4S is made in USA. Looks loke will be switching to other brand but finding good size in sizes I need is impossible
We're sorry to hear about the issues you've experienced with wear and ride quality. We appreciate you taking the time to outline what you encountered. We hope you’re able to enjoy a better ride with your new set of Pilot Sport 5 tires. If you'd like assistance choosing a new tire in the future, the Michelin Consumer Care team would be happy to assist. Our number is 866-866-6605 (Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM–1 PM EST).
Michelin US
March 30, 2026
Replacing new car tires
I purchased a new z4 m40i 2 yrs ago. The car is not tracked at all. Isn’t driven in rain or snow. Garage kept. Just had her 2 yr scheduled service and was told the tires need replacing ( feathering & ware). Car has 8700 miles. Why should I put the same tire back on when I replace them? Thank you
Thank you for sharing the details of your experience. We're sorry to hear you are experiencing premature wear. To initiate a warranty claim, please visit an authorized tire dealer for an inspection of the tires and have the dealer give us a call with the results at 866-866-6605 (Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM–1 PM EST).
Michelin US
March 30, 2026
Exceptional grip and feel on both wet and dry surfaces. I have been a Conti Contact Sport fan through at least 4 sets of hard driving but these are a step up again - albeit at higher cost. (Cars: 280 bhp Audi A6 diesel Le Mans edition and now 320+ Audi S3)
Excellent in both the wet and dry conditions
They are ok. As expected
Great for Florida Driving
First impressions of these tires are extremely positive. Coming off of the OEM Dunlops that were provided with my WRX the comparison is night and day. Far and away much more comfortable while still delivering confidence in corners.
Brilliant set of tyres, no fear of corners now at all. Would 100% recommend to anyone
As expected a really good tyre