MICHELIN Pilot Sport 4 S
Experience the thrill of driving your high performance vehicle to its full potential. Tires are developed in partnership with race winning sports car manufacturers and equipped with the latest technology for performance. They will make you stand out among the crowd as you take on any road or track with equal parts excitement and control.
Road exhilaration made to last
Genuine Passion. Exceptional Drives. Derived from the legendary Michelin Pilot Super Sport, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S is #1 in max performance summer tires.
- Excellent road handling and control, even at high speed(1)
- Exceptional dry grip and wet braking performance(1)
- Born from Endurance Racing
- Supported by the Michelin Promise Plan of a 60-day satisfaction guarantee, roadside assistance, and a 30,000-mileage warranty
- Acclaimed by car manufacturers such as Mercedes-AMG, Ferrari and Porsche
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Key benefits for MICHELIN Pilot Sport 4 S tire
Engineered to provide maximum combined performance for both road and occasional track(1).
Fall in love with your car's untapped potential with the best max performance tire. Our Dynamic Response Technology continuously adapts to the road for ultra-precise steering, outstanding cornering power and remarkably good treadlife for a summer tire. Specially designed for road and occasional track usage, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S has Multi-Compound Construction to deliver unmatched levels of dry and wet grip exactly where you need it.
MICHELIN Pilot Sport 4 S Warranties
We've got your back. A promise of this magnitude can only come from Michelin.
We want you to be 100% satisfied with your Michelin replacement passenger or light truck tires so they are backed by the Michelin Promise Plan™.
The Michelin Promise Plan™ includes the following benefits: 60-Day Satisfaction Guarantee, Roadside Assistance, Manufacturer's Limited Warranty & Treadwear Warranty.
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Pilot Sport 4 S TIRE REVIEW
There are 2428 reviews for the Pilot Sport 4 S
Rating Snapshot
When asked, 81% of reviewers recommend this tire
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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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1-5 on 2428 reviews
Posted on March 27, 2026 by Anonymous
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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.
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Vehicle Make: Vauxhall Insignia
Purchase date: 03/14/25
Approx. miles driven: 6500
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Posted on March 26, 2026 by JR
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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.
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Vehicle Make: Ford F150
Purchase date: 01/24/26
Posted on March 26, 2026 by 1inmillionenthusiast
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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
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Vehicle Make: Volvo V90R
Purchase date: 05/15/23
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
Posted on March 25, 2026 by FK
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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
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Vehicle Make: BMW Z4 m40i
Purchase date: 04/24/24
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
Posted on March 23, 2026 by Anonymous
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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)
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Vehicle Make: Audi S3
Purchase date: 12/29/25
Approx. miles driven: 1500
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Legal Mentions
1 - by MICHELIN - Thanks to MICHELIN PILOT SPORT TECHNOLOGIES.2 - wet grip - wet grip when worn - New and Worn (worn means used on machine (buffed) to the depth of Tread Wear Indicator according to European regulation for Tread Wear indicator ECE R30r03f), on 235/60 R18 MICHELIN Pilot Sport 4 S, is above the R117 European regulation wet grip threshold.
OE [Vehicle Manufacturer] Sidewall Marking: K# = Ferrari, MO= Mercedes-Benz, N# = Porsche, TPC = GM, * = BMW
OE Code [Original Equipment Key]: BMW = BMW, FER = Ferrari, MB = Mercedes-Benz, GM = General Motors, CAD = Cadillac, FOR = Ford, POR = Porsche, LEX = Lexus
XL = Extra Load
>> The sizes shown are average design values for tires measured on specified measuring rim widths. Some tires may vary from this value by +/-3% of the section height (affecting overall diameter), and +/-4% of the section width.
>> Section width varies approximately 0.2" (5mm) for every 0.5" change in rim width.
>> Tread patterns are often tuned to accomodate different tire widths. Tires for a particular dimension of a given tireline may vary in appearance from the tire shown in the photograph.
WARNING: Serious or fatal injury may result from tire failure due to underinflation or overloading. To ensure correct air pressure and vehicle load, refer to vehicle owner's manual or tire information placard on the vehicle. Serious injury or death may result from explosion of tire/rim assembly due to improper mounting. Only tire professionals should mount tires and they should never inflate beyond 40 psi to seat the beads. Before mixing types of tires in any configuration on any vehicle, be sure to check the vehicle owner's manual for its recommendations.
DANGER: Never mount a 17" diameter tire on a 17.5" rim.
For high-speed driving, additional inflation pressure and possibly reduced tire loading and/or upsizing is required. In the absence of specific recommendations by the vehicle manufacturer, use the following guidelines based on those in the European Tyre and Rim Technical Organization Standards Manual.
For speeds over 160mph (100 mph), load and inflation must be adjusted according to the table below.
Y-Speed Rated Sizes:
| Maximum Speed (mph) | 118 | 124 | 130 | 136 | 143 | 149 | 155 | 161 | 168 | 174 | 180 | 186 |
| Inflation Increase (psi) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.5 | 3 | 4.5 | 6 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| Load Capacity (% of max.) | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 95 | 90 | 85 |
For speeds above 186 mph (300 kph), consult your vehicle manufacturer and tire dealer.
Inflation pressure increase must not exceed the maximum pressure branded on the tire sidewall. Exceeding the lawful speed limit is neither recommended nor endorsed.