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255-275/45-55 R20-21 2 sizes 2012

Michelin Latitude Sport

The Michelin Latitude Sport is a High Performance Summer tyre designed to be fitted to SUV and 4x4s.

6.5
Tyre Reviews Score Based on User Reviews
Limited Confidence View Breakdown
Dry Grip
86%
Wet Grip
82%
Road Feedback
78%
Handling
82%
Wear
61%
Comfort
76%
Buy again
59%
11 Reviews
75% Average
197,083 miles driven
3 Tests (avg: 3rd)
Michelin Latitude Sport

Michelin Latitude Sport

Summer Premium
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6.5 / 10
Based on User Reviews · Limited Confidence · Updated 30 Jan 2026

The Tyre Reviews Score is the most comprehensive tyre scoring system available. It aggregates professional test data from multiple independent publications, user reviews, and consistency analysis using Bayesian statistical methods, weighted normalisation, and recency-adjusted scoring to produce a single, reliable performance rating.

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Score Components
Professional Tests
Weight: 80%
Tests: 3
Publications: 2
Period: 2010 - 2013
User Reviews
Weight: 15%
Reviews: 11
Avg Rating: 74.8%
Min Required: 5
Consistency
Weight: 5%
Score Std Dev: 1.94
History Points: 10
Methodology & Configuration
Scoring Process
  1. Collect Test Data: Gather results from professional tyre tests across multiple publications. Minimum 1 test(s) required.
  2. Normalize Positions: Convert test positions to percentile scores using exponential weighting (factor: 1.2).
  3. Apply Recency Weighting: More recent tests are weighted higher with a decay rate of 0.95.
  4. Incorporate User Reviews: Factor in user review data (minimum 5 reviews). Weight: 15%.
  5. Bayesian Smoothing: Apply Bayesian prior (score: 7, weight: 1.5) to prevent extreme scores with limited data.
  6. Calculate Final Score: Combine all components using normalization factor of 1.1. Max score with limited data: 9.5.
Component Weights
Test Data
80%
User Reviews
15%
Consistency
5%
All Configuration Parameters
ParameterValueDescription
safety_weight 0.7 Weight multiplier for safety-related metrics
performance_weight 0.55 Weight multiplier for performance metrics
comfort_weight 0.4 Weight multiplier for comfort metrics
value_weight 0.45 Weight multiplier for value-for-money metrics
user_reviews_weight 0.15 How much user reviews contribute to the final score
test_data_weight 0.8 How much professional test data contributes to the final score
consistency_weight 0.05 How much score consistency contributes to the final score
recency_decay_rate 0.95 Rate at which older test results lose influence (higher = slower decay)
min_test_count 1 Minimum number of professional tests required
min_review_count 5 Minimum number of user reviews required
score_version 1.8 Current version of the scoring algorithm
score_normalization_factor 1.1 Factor used to normalize raw scores to the 0-10 scale
confidence_factor_weight 0.2 How much data confidence affects the final score
position_penalty_weight 0.2 Penalty applied for poor test positions
gap_penalty_threshold 8 Score gap (%) that triggers additional penalties
min_metrics_count 2 Minimum number of test metrics needed per test
limited_data_threshold 2 Number of tests below which data is considered limited
single_test_penalty 0.1 Score multiplier when only one test is available
critical_metric_penalty 0.7 Penalty for poor performance on critical safety metrics
critical_metric_threshold 70 Score below which a critical metric penalty applies
position_exponential_factor 1.2 Exponent used to amplify position-based scoring
position_exponential_threshold 0.9 Position percentile below which exponential scoring applies
gap_multiplier_critical 3 Multiplier for critical gap penalties
max_category_weight 2 Maximum weight any single category can have
max_score_limited_data 9.5 Score cap when data is limited
bayesian_prior_weight 1.5 Weight of the Bayesian prior in smoothing
bayesian_prior_score 7 Prior score used for Bayesian smoothing
evidence_test_multiplier 1.9 Multiplier for test evidence in confidence calculation
evidence_metric_divisor 3 Divisor for metric count in evidence calculation
evidence_review_divisor 10 Divisor for review count in evidence calculation
Data Sources
TestPublicationDateSizePositionMetrics
2013 Auto Review Sports SUV Summer Test 2013 255/55 R18 3/11 0 metrics
2013 Auto Bild SUV / 4X4 Tyre Test Auto Bild 2013 235/65 R17 5/9 0 metrics
2010 Auto Zeitung 4x4 Tyre Test Auto Zeitung 2010 255/55 r18 2/8 0 metrics
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Latest Tyre Test Results
5th/9
Extremely low rolling resistance, good aquaplaning results
Poor traction on wet grass, long wet braking
The Michelin Latitude Sport was the only N rated tyre on test, meaning it is approved by Porsche for OE fitment on the Cayenne in the test. In the dry the handling is excellent, with quick steering and good traction. Handling in the wet is a little behind the top two, but good aquaplaning results keep the wet score high. Moderate comfort, these tyres are for those who want to get the most out of dynamic driving.
2nd/8
Fantastic dry grip, surprisingly good offroad performance

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Size Fuel Wet Noise
20 inch
255/55R20 110 Y XL C D 72
21 inch
275/45R21 110 Y XL C D 73
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Questions and Answers for the Michelin Latitude Sport

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May 25, 2016

What is the average mileage you can expect out of a new set of new Michelin Sport tyres ? I drive a Peugeot 3008 which has done 24000 mls and I have been told that the tyres should now be replaced. Should I be getting more miles from this brand of tyre or is what you would expect ?

Tyre wear is very driving style and load dependant, but 24,000 miles sounds about right for the Latitude Sport on your vehicle, if not a little on the low side.
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Size Price Range  
275/45 R20 £248.99 - £248.99 (1 Price) Compare Prices >>
Available in 4 tyre sizes - View all.

Top 3 Michelin Latitude Sport Reviews

Given 83% while driving a Land Rover Range Rover L322 4.4 V8 (255/50 R20) on a combination of roads for 5,000 average miles
Very good tyres, but come on Michelin only 8mm tread depth at new.
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November 11, 2023
Given 65% while driving a Mercedes Benz GL320 CDI (275/55 R19) on mostly motorways for 6,000 spirited miles
The tyre were already fitted when I bought the car. The performed ok until the end. With the tread down to legal limit they maintain a very good wet grip. I just don't consider to buy again because they are outdated. Not tested offroad. Only did 6000ml with them but they did many more. I just don't know the number.
December 22, 2022
Given 99% while driving a Land Rover Evoque (245/45 R20 W) on mostly motorways for 68 average miles
I rack up 35-40,000 miles a year, tyres are a high yearly cost and the reason I write this review is because I have been so impressed with this set of Michelin’s I normally get premium tyres, continental or the like, if I’m above 120k miles the car will be changed at 150k so I have purchased budget tyres towards the end of its life. £150-175 a corner for premium is average over the years, continental have always been good but I could buy 2 in a year or 25k on the fronts (on Audi TTS and BMW M3 it’s as low as 15k) These Mitchlins we’re just shy of breaking the 70k mark and they were not down to the indicator, it’s just autumn has arrived and for the millage I do new tyres are safer in the wet. Which comes onto the next point, Mitchlin did adverts on tv a few years ago about wet braking, I never thought much of it but I can honestly say not once did they aqua plane, braking on the motorway at speed in the wet is like stopping in the dry... I have just replaced all 4 with Michelin’s again at £840, more then any other Tyre on the market but it’s the old saying, buy cheap, buy twice. I do document all my spend on cars, petrol, tyres... and to back that up, over the last 6 years and 3 cars the cost per mile just on tyres is 0.006 for most, 0.007 on BMW M3, 0.004 for this set of Michelin does not sound a lot but it adds up to 27% saving.
October 4, 2020
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Latest Michelin Latitude Sport Reviews

Audi Q3 (235/55 R17) on mostly town for 40,000 average miles
very good brake performance. comfortable quite.
June 13, 2018
Honda 1.6 I DTEC (225/60 R18 V) on mostly country roads for 50,000 easy going miles
Rear pair on a crv have done 50000 miles from new, 3.5mm left on nearside, 4.5mm left on offside, very happy with the Wear.
April 12, 2018
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Given 61% while driving a Honda 1.6 I DTEC (225/60 R18 H) on a combination of roads for 15 average miles
Probably one of the most expensive tyres you can buy for a Honda HRV, the performance is good but I didn't expect to change them at 15,000 miles and they have gone extremely noisy, I was a michelin fan but not anymore I don't mind the price but would of expected another 7/8,000 miles more out of them.
September 11, 2017
Given 100% while driving a Honda CRV (225/60 R18 H) on a combination of roads for 35,000 average miles
I bought a new Honda CRV in June 2015. Wow, I have done in excess of 35,000 miles on this original set of Michelins. Combination of Motorway and A roads driving, work, leisure and towing. Very impressed with Michelins. 3/4 mm left. Highly recommended.
December 3, 2016
Given 67% while driving a Volvo XC60 (235/65 R17 V) on a combination of roads for 28,000 easy going miles
Fitted as standard so not able to compare with others. Seems like a typical all round competent michelin tyre with no great vices. I drive fairly easily so they have lasted well - front down to 2.5mm at 28k miles - rear 5mm. Car does not feel really sharp - and this has got worse as tyres have worn - but volvo steering is usually a bit vague anyway.
Would buy again but looking at others.
March 25, 2016
Given 57% while driving a Porsche Cayenne 3.0 Diesel (275/45 R20 W) on a combination of roads for 7,000 average miles
Worst tyre I've ever bought. Worn out after 6 months and 7000 miles. Michelin just say it's because the car is heavy but they are NO tyres designed and manufactured for the porsche cayenne.
April 11, 2015
Given 61% while driving a Audi Q5 (255/45 R20 W) on mostly motorways for 11,000 average miles
Fitted on the SQ5 from new, grip wet or dry has been pretty good, and lots of feedback if pushed hard.

The SQ5 is pushing 308bhp/650Nm through all 4 wheels and the tyres are 3/4 worn at 11000 miles which isn't the longevity normally associated with Michelin. Through the Q5 forums it seems those SQ5s that came with Goodyear Excellence and Efficientgrip rubber have got near 20,000 miles so that's what I'll fit next.
November 24, 2013
Given 80% while driving a BMW X3 3.0dA (235/50 R18 V) on mostly motorways for 15,000 average miles
Fitted to BMW X3 3.0 Diesel and great for long and fast Autobahn drives.
Cornerering is not as good Dunlop SP1 fitted before.
Increasing tyre pressure on Rear Axles wheels improves handling alot.
Wear after 15000 Miles is incredibly low-
April 9, 2011