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Michelin Pilot Sport 5

Max Performance Summer Tested by Tyre Reviews · 3

Replaces the Michelin Pilot Sport 4

A premium, safety-led max-performance summer tyre that majors on outstanding wet braking and strong all-round grip, while staying impressively civilised for everyday road use.

The quick answer

Owners say 84% from 135 owner reviews 83% would buy again Read the reviews
Tests say 3rd average finish across 25 independent tests · 4 wins Latest: P2 of 7 · 2026 See every test
Strengths & weaknesses Wet, Dry Comfort Relative to its rivals across every test we hold

Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tyre - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated October 2026.

  • 135owner reviews
  • 1,150,326miles driven
  • 25professional tests
Michelin Pilot Sport 5 25 photos

Tyre Reviews Score

Michelin Pilot Sport 5

9.4/10

Better than 96% of summer tyres

  • High Confidence
  • 24 tests
  • 135 owner reviews
Scores of the 406 summer tyres we have tested

How this score is built

Better than Weight
Independent tests24 tests · 12 publications · 2022-2026 96% 86%
Owner reviews135 owner reviews · rated 84% 94% 14%
Combined 96% 9.4

A fixed curve turns the combined figure into the 0 to 10 score, so roughly the top 10% of a group score 9 or more.

Category by category

How it compares with other summer tyres in each area, and how much each area counts. 50 is the middle of the group.

Category Better than Weight Tests
WetBraking, handling and aquaplaning in the wet 96% 44% 24
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 93% 40% 24
ValueWear, efficiency and cost 59% 9% 18
ComfortNoise and ride comfort 22% 7% 17

Weights are shares of the test result. Owner reviews are blended in afterwards.

By discipline

The same results grouped by what the tyre was doing. They are not counted a second time.

BrakingEvery braking test, on any surface 96% 24
HandlingEvery handling test, on any surface 90% 20

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 99% of the test figure. The other 1% comes from its predecessor, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4, and it shrinks as more tests arrive.

High needs at least 3 tests, with its own results deciding 90% or more. Medium needs 2 tests and 70%. Anything less is Limited: expect the number to move as tests arrive.

The tests behind it

Only measured results count. A test that published its placings alone is listed, but not scored.

  1. 2026 2026 AutoView Sport Tyre Test AutoView · 225/45 R18 P2 / 7
  2. 2026 Michelin Range Test - CrossClimate 3, 3 Sport, Primacy 5, Pilot Sport 5 and Cup 2 Tyre Reviews · 225/40 R18 · Summer Not ranked
  3. 2026 Top Tire Review 2026 UHP Tyre Test: Big Brands vs Challengers TopTireReview · 225/45 R18 P1 / 7
  4. 2026 2026 AutoView Value Sport Tyre Test AutoView · 235/40 R18 P3 / 4
  5. 2026 2026 Sport Auto Summer Tyre Test Sport Auto · 205/45 R17 P5 / 7
  6. 2026 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test Auto Bild · 245/45 R19 P3 / 20
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  1. 2026 2026 Summer Braking Super Tyre Test - How do 52 Tyres Perform in Wet and Dry Braking? Auto Bild · 245/45 R19 P9 / 50
  2. 2026 Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Energy vs Pilot Sport 5: How Much Do You Really Give Up? TUV · 255/40 R20 Not ranked
  3. 2025 Michelin CrossClimate 3 & 3 Sport vs Pilot Sport 5 vs Primacy 5 Auto Motor Und Sport · 225/40 R18 P1 / 4
  4. 2025 2025 Die Reifentester UHP Summer Tyre Test Die Reifentester · 225/40 R18 P5 / 8
  5. 2025 2025 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test Auto Express · 225/40 R18 P4 / 9
  6. 2025 2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tyre Test Auto Bild · 225/40 R18 P1 / 20
  7. 2025 2025 AZ Summer Tyre Test Auto Zeitung · 225/45 R18 P4 / 10
  8. 2025 2025 ADAC Summer Tyre Test ADAC · 225/40 R18 P3 / 18
  9. 2025 2025 Summer Tyre Test Shootout Auto Bild · 225/40 R18 P2 / 52
  10. 2024 2024 TopTireReview Best UHP Tyres for Asia Test TopTireReview · 235/45 R18 P3 / 6
  11. 2024 2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test Auto Express · 225/45 R17 P4 / 8 Placing only
  12. 2024 2024 Sport Auto Summer Tyre Test Sport Auto · 215/40 R18 P2 / 6
  13. 2023 The BEST Performance Tyres Tested Tyre Reviews · 225/40 R18 P2 / 6
  14. 2023 Michelin Pilot Sport VS EV Specific Performance Tyres Auto Bild · 245/45 R19 P2 / 3
  15. 2023 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test Auto Bild · 225/45 R18 P2 / 20
  16. 2023 2023 AZ UHP Summer Tyre Test Auto Zeitung · 235/35 R19 P5 / 10
  17. 2023 2023 AutoBild Sports Car Summer Tyre Test Auto Bild Sportscars · 225/40 R18 P3 / 13
  18. 2023 2023 Summer Tyre Market Overview Auto Bild · 225/45 R18 P6 / 50
  19. 2022 2022/23 Tyre Reviews 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test Tyre Reviews · 225/45 R17 P1 / 9
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Tested 25 times by independent publications, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has taken 4 test wins with an average finish of 3rd.

25 Tests
4 Test Wins
3rd Average
1st Best
9th Worst
Finishing position in each test1stLast20222026

Finishing position in each test

The latest test

2026 AutoView Sport Tyre Test P2 of 7

The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 finished second and remains the reference this class is measured against. It is the most rounded tyre in the test, strong in the wet, close to the best in the dry and comfortable with it. What holds it back is the combination of the highest price, the worst rolling resistance of the seven, and the shoulder damage found on this particular set, which the testers were careful not to generalise from a single sample.

Strong: Dry Braking, Wet Braking, Subj. Comfort Winner: Continental MaxContact MC7

YearTestResultAward
20262026 AutoView Sport Tyre TestAutoView · 225/45 R18P2 / 7
2026Michelin Range Test - CrossClimate 3, 3 Sport, Primacy 5, Pilot Sport 5 and Cup 2Tyre Reviews · 225/40 R18Not rankedSummerTested by Tyre Reviews
2026Top Tire Review 2026 UHP Tyre Test: Big Brands vs ChallengersTopTireReview · 225/45 R18P1 / 7
20262026 AutoView Value Sport Tyre TestAutoView · 235/40 R18P3 / 4
20262026 Sport Auto Summer Tyre TestSport Auto · 205/45 R17P5 / 7gut (Good)
20262026 Autobild Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild · 245/45 R19P3 / 20vorbildlich (Exemplary)
20262026 Summer Braking Super Tyre Test - How do 52 Tyres Perform in Wet and Dry Braking?Auto Bild · 245/45 R19P9 / 50
2026Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Energy vs Pilot Sport 5: How Much Do You Really Give Up?TUV · 255/40 R20Not ranked
2025Michelin CrossClimate 3 & 3 Sport vs Pilot Sport 5 vs Primacy 5Auto Motor Und Sport · 225/40 R18P1 / 4
20252025 Die Reifentester UHP Summer Tyre TestDie Reifentester · 225/40 R18P5 / 8
20252025 Auto Express Summer Tyre TestAuto Express · 225/40 R18P4 / 9
20252025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tyre TestAuto Bild · 225/40 R18P1 / 20
20252025 AZ Summer Tyre TestAuto Zeitung · 225/45 R18P4 / 10
20252025 ADAC Summer Tyre TestADAC · 225/40 R18P3 / 18
20252025 Summer Tyre Test ShootoutAuto Bild · 225/40 R18P2 / 52
20242024 TopTireReview Best UHP Tyres for Asia TestTopTireReview · 235/45 R18P3 / 6
20242024 Auto Express Summer Tyre TestAuto Express · 225/45 R17P4 / 8
20242024 Sport Auto Summer Tyre TestSport Auto · 215/40 R18P2 / 6
2023The BEST Performance Tyres TestedTyre Reviews · 225/40 R18P2 / 6Tested by Tyre Reviews Highly Rec.
2023Michelin Pilot Sport VS EV Specific Performance TyresAuto Bild · 245/45 R19P2 / 3
20232023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild · 225/45 R18P2 / 20
20232023 AZ UHP Summer Tyre TestAuto Zeitung · 235/35 R19P5 / 10
20232023 AutoBild Sports Car Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild Sportscars · 225/40 R18P3 / 13
20232023 Summer Tyre Market OverviewAuto Bild · 225/45 R18P6 / 50
20222022/23 Tyre Reviews 17 Inch Summer Tyre TestTyre Reviews · 225/45 R17P1 / 9Tested by Tyre Reviews Winner

On the full record: Record by disciplineHead-to-head recordEvery published verdict

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EXCLUSIVE! Michelin Pilot Sport 5 vs Goodyear, Bridgestone, Continental, Hankook, Yokohama & More!

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Awards
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Running Costs
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In 245/45 R19, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 is projected to cost €21.74 per 1,000 km to buy and run - about €869 over 40,000 km - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6€19.89
Michelin Pilot Sport 5€21.74
Continental PremiumContact 7€23.22
Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo€25.93
Tyre purchase + fittingExtra fuel vs the most efficient tyrecost per 1,000 km
Assumes a typical car using 8 l/100km (with rolling resistance causing 20% of fuel use), fuel at €1.65 per litre and €70 fitting per set of four. Purchase prices are from the time of the 2026 test; financing costs are excluded.
Rim Protection
Small

A modest lip. Enough for a slow scrape against a kerb, but it will not save a wheel from a real hit.

Assessed by eye on the tyres we tested, in the sizes listed. No manufacturer publishes rim protection as a specification, so treat this as a guide rather than a measurement.
Dimensions & Label Scores
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Size Range73 sizes available

195-315Width30-55Profile16-22Rim84-115 W-YLoad/Speed Index2022First On Market

EU LabelAcross 73 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Noise

70-75dB

Popular sizes225/45 R17225/40 R18245/40 R18235/35 R19255/35 R19225/45 R18
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 in the wet?
Across the 24 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 stops 2.1% shorter than premium rivals, 6.5% shorter than mid-range rivals and 13.9% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews wet score of 96/100, and owners rate it 9/10 in the wet from 135 reviews.
How good is the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 in the dry?
Across the 24 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 stops 0.5% shorter than premium rivals, 2.7% shorter than mid-range rivals and 6.4% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews dry score of 93/100, and owners rate it 9/10 in the dry from 135 reviews.
How fuel efficient is the Michelin Pilot Sport 5?
Across the 17 tests measuring rolling resistance, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5's rolling resistance is 0.6% higher than premium rivals, 4.2% lower than mid-range rivals and 0.2% lower than budget rivals.
How many miles does the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 last?
Based on test and owner data, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 is expected to last around 28,609 miles (46,042 km).
What do owners say about the Michelin Pilot Sport 5?
Across 135 owner ratings the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 averages 84%. Owners rate Dry Grip highest at 9 out of 10 and Wear lowest at 8. 42 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 88% of owners score it 70% or better.
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How much does the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 cost to run?
In 245/45 R19, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 is projected to cost €21.74 per 1,000 km to buy and run - about €869 over 40,000 km - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test. The cheapest to run in that test is the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, at €19.89.
What is the Michelin Pilot Sport 5's EU tyre label rating?
Across its range, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, A for wet grip and 72 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the Michelin Pilot Sport 5?
Owners rate the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 8.2 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 120 reviews.
How well do the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 8 out of 10 for wear across 120 reviews. 42 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 4,750 miles.
Would owners buy the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 again?
83% of owners say they would buy the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 again, based on the 132 owner reviews that answered the question. 45% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What do owners say about the Michelin Pilot Sport 5's dry grip?
Of the 120 owner reviews analysed for the Michelin Pilot Sport 5, 79 mention dry grip: 73 praise it (strong dry grip) and 6 criticise it (limited dry grip). One owner wrote: "I always feel in control with huge extra reserves of grip should I need it". Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Michelin Pilot Sport 5's wet grip?
Of the 120 owner reviews analysed for the Michelin Pilot Sport 5, 65 mention wet grip: 63 praise it (confident wet grip) and 2 criticise it (weak wet grip). One owner wrote: "The grip is out of this word... The car has tons of grip and gives you SOO much confidence in the rain". Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Michelin Pilot Sport 5's ride comfort?
Of the 120 owner reviews analysed for the Michelin Pilot Sport 5, 43 mention ride comfort: 38 praise it (comfortable ride) and 5 criticise it (harsh ride). Read those reviews
Does the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 have a rim protector?
Yes. Rim protection on the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 is small, measured in 225/40 R18. No manufacturer publishes rim protection as a specification; this is assessed by eye when the tyres are mounted for our own testing. The BEST Performance Tyres Tested
What does the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 replace?
The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 is the successor to the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 in Michelin's range.
What sizes does the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 come in?
The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 is available in 82 sizes, ranging from 195-315/30-55 R16-22.
Owner Questions (14)
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Hi, I’ve got a question about the suitability of Michelin Pilot Sport 5* for use on a BMW M340i xdrive. Show more Hi, I’ve got a question about the suitability of Michelin Pilot Sport 5* for use on a BMW M340i xdrive. I’ve seen your videos where you describe the the differences in tread materials between the 4S and 4S*. Assume the same applies to the 5*. My concern, however, is in the overall stiffness, particularly the sidewalls given that the M340i was delivered with and designed for runflats. Do you have a view on whether or not the 5* would be suitable, better or perhaps incompatible with the suspension. Show less
September 23, 2026
The big question is which BMW model that tyre was developed for. If yours came with runflats it is probably for a different platform, but if there was a non-runflat option there's a small possibility it was the 3 Series platform.

Either way it's probably fine but you never know until you fit.
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Need to replace my Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 on Audi A4 B9.5 40 FWD. They have 30,000 Km. Show more Need to replace my Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 on Audi A4 B9.5 40 FWD. They have 30,000 Km. Currently Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 are not available and I am concern about the higher fuel and noise rate of Michelin Pilot Sport 5 or Continental SportContact 7. Is it significant? Should I consider a touring type? Always on the public road and no track days but enjoying the car dynamic on a twisty roads. Thanks for supporting.. Show less
August 30, 2025
Pilot Sport 5 is a half way between a touring tyre and something like the SC7 so I wouldn't be overly concerned about the increase in energy use. In the real world a tyre accounts for around 20% of a cars overall fuel consumption so if there's a 10% difference in measured rolling resistance that's only 2.5% fuel (when new)
I am considering the Yokohama advan sport v105 195/50r16 or the Pilot Sport 5 205/50r16 for my mx-5 ND wich one should I get?
April 13, 2025
It depends what you want from the tire, the Michelin is technically the better tyre, but I imagine the Yokohama would be the more fun option.
On 15.12.2024 I have seen on the German Michelin Website the Pilot Sport 5 with BMW star mark in 225/40 R19 and 255/35 R19. Is there any news about it? Show more On 15.12.2024 I have seen on the German Michelin Website the Pilot Sport 5 with BMW star mark in 225/40 R19 and 255/35 R19. Is there any news about it? The label classes seems different to the normal version without star mark.
Thanks Jan Show less
December 15, 2024
I don't have any concrete details but in those sizes it looks to be a new OE fitment for an 'regular' (non-M) model. The M models will always get the S varient.
When l rotate the PS 5 tyres on my Mazda MX5 should l keep them on the same side or cross them over
September 12, 2024
Assuming you have the same front and rear size, you should rotate them in an X pattern, eg front left to right rear.

If you have different sizes front and rear then you can only rotate them side to side.
Does the 5 have a rim protector? The protruding rubber that reduces risk of curbing? My Ps4s have them but no info online about it on the 5.
September 4, 2023
Rim protection varies by tyre size, but in my testing I've found the PS5 to have a small rim protector. If rim protection is important to you, I suggest looking at the Potenza Sport.
Is it ok to fit an SUV with (275/45/R20) Michelin PS5 or better stick with PS4 SUV? The PS5 is given as an option in the Michelin web site for both Porsche Cayenne… Show more Is it ok to fit an SUV with (275/45/R20) Michelin PS5 or better stick with PS4 SUV? The PS5 is given as an option in the Michelin web site for both Porsche Cayenne and Audi Q7 but not for Mercedes GLE (probably because the 265/45/R20 is not available?) Show less
May 11, 2023
If you can get the correct load rating it shouldn't be an issue, but finding a PS5 in an SUV load rating could be tricky.
I have a Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG, fitted with four new Michelin Pilot Sport 4 in late 2021. Show more I have a Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG, fitted with four new Michelin Pilot Sport 4 in late 2021. Unfortunately, the offside rear wheel was damaged and had to be replaced over the summer, and was fitted with a Pilot Sport 5 as the PS4 was no longer available. As the nearside PS4 had very little wear and the PS5 has much the same tread pattern, I was advised it wasn’t necessary to ‘match’ it with a replacement. Is this accurate? Show less
December 21, 2022
I'm sure you could get lots of different opinions on this, and while I'd rather have the axle matched in this case I'm sure it won't be a huge issue. one thing to note, the PS5 will wear much more slowly than the PS4 so keep an eye on things.
What is the new tyre tread depth of the ps5? My brand new ones fitted prior to an MOT measured 6.5mm during the mot and were described as 23% worn
November 5, 2022
The new tread depth of the PS5 varies by size. Our test size of 225/45 R17 had 7.6mm at new, but larger wider tyres often start with less.
Can you please have a chat with Michelin to find out about when the new tyre size will arrive ? Show more Can you please have a chat with Michelin to find out about when the new tyre size will arrive ?
With only 44 launched I think there are a lot more to come as the PS4 were 130+ size. I am especialy interested in 215/50R17 for my Honda Civic Show less
September 30, 2022
Unfortunately I don't have any new data yet, you could try contacting Michelin directly through their website and they might be able to give you a hint!
How come the pilot sport 5 is only available as a 97y not a 93y as well for the 245/40 r18 tyre. The pilot sport 4 was available in both and I had the 93y. Show more How come the pilot sport 5 is only available as a 97y not a 93y as well for the 245/40 r18 tyre. The pilot sport 4 was available in both and I had the 93y. Is the 97y still suitable? Show less
September 28, 2022
You can always go up in load rating so the 97Y will be fine. They might release a 93Y in the future if the market demands it however there's a chance it would be the same tyre with a different sidewall so don't worry about fitting the 97Y.
I have kia stinger with pilot sport 4 tyres and had a punctured front left tyre. I cannot find the ps4 to buy anymore just the pilot sport 5. Show more I have kia stinger with pilot sport 4 tyres and had a punctured front left tyre. I cannot find the ps4 to buy anymore just the pilot sport 5. Will it be ok to switch both front tyres to ps5 and keep the rear tyres in ps4? They are new ps4 less than a 1000km. Show less
June 14, 2022
Yes, mixing the Pilot Sport 5 and Pilot Sport 4 is totally ok as long as you match the left and right on the axle.
Why PS5, compared to Asym 6, can be both average in wet grip/handling and excellent at aquaplaning resistance? Show more Why PS5, compared to Asym 6, can be both average in wet grip/handling and excellent at aquaplaning resistance? Intuitively, a tire that better resists aquaplaning performs better in wet conditions, right? Show less
April 10, 2022
Wet handling uses around 1 mm of water which doesn't really challenge a new tyres aquaplaning properties so is more about the mechanical grip of the compound, where aquaplaning tests are usually conducted in 8 mm of water which is all about tread design.
When do you expect to review the new Pilot Sport 5 tyres?
January 27, 2022
I'm working hard to be the first on the new PS5, but realistically it's not possible to test before spring so I'm expecting March time.

Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Owner Reviews

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What owners say summarised from 121 reviews

Owners rate the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 very highly overall, with most highlighting standout grip in both the dry and wet and plenty of confidence for fast road driving. Comfort and refinement are also frequently praised for a UHP tyre, with many finding it quiet and easy-going day to day. Wear is more divisive: many report strong mileage, but around one in ten complain of quicker wear than expected (and a smaller group mention uneven wear). Around one in eight owners also wish for sharper, more precise steering feel compared with sportier rivals.

What owners mention most counted across 120 reviews

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Owner ratings averaged from 135 ratings

  • Owner score 84%
  • Dry Grip 90%
  • Wet Grip 90%
  • Handling 83%
  • Comfort 82%
  • Road Feedback 81%
  • Wear 80%

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Most helpful 97%

“After 5000 km with Kumho Ecsta PS72 i was fed up with vibrations and rebalancing and trying everything to make them run smooth. I switched to Michelin PS5 and what an absolutely lovely tire. The car is completely...”

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Most critical 53%

“bought for M4 f82,nowhere near as good as the continental sport contact 7,in every way.turn in is poorer,grip is poorer and wet grip again nowhere near the conti.only upside is wear factor and they look prettier.,cannot...”

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Longest term 83%

“Not gonna comment on the performance as the tyres were build for it. Amazed with the wear rate of the tyre. Able to clock 85k KM before feeling uncomfortable with inner tyre wear (rear torsion beam). However still can...”

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All 120 Michelin Pilot Sport 5 reviews

Score spread across 120 written reviews
86%
Member
Initial Impressions

I have driven on PS5 for the first season in my 150HP car (Cupra Leon ST).
The grip both in dry and in the wet is excellent - I tried to push them to the limit many times and have never been able to lose the grip so far.
Although I have to mention that they feel very soft close at the limit - even though the grip always delivers in the end, the tyre often „floats” when turning that you may start wondering if the tyre will make it out of the corner.
Due to their softness, I find them comfortable as for the summer tyre on small bumps.
Summing up - the grip is excellent, very safe and stable, breaking is sharp and… the tyre itself looks amazing.
Something worth mentioning is that the rim protector doesn’t exist in this tyre - if that’s something you care about, the PS5 is not for you.
Although I can’t find any cons in terms of safety in PS5, as a tyre geek, I think about replacing them for the next season for something with more sharp/sporty steering (I would appreciate any recommendations).

Michelin Pilot Sport 5 owner photo
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 7
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 6
93%
Member
Initial Impressions

Far better than factory fitted Bridgesones, the PS5 is an extremely capable tyre which has been very good in all conditions and even compared well to Nankang budget track rubber for grip at various circuits the Michelins only showing their road use bias when becoming hot and splippery.

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 0
61%
Gredge
Initial Impressions

Daily/spirited/track driving.
Good dry/wet grip, however they end up overheating, losing some grip and getting damaged. The treads of the tire loses its integrity.

Michelin Pilot Sport 5 owner photo
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 6
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 5
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 3
Helpful 4

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Initial Impressions

Good grip - really deal well with the car - although they do wear out pretty fast - always been an issue on that car, especially if wheel alignments missed.

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 4
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End of Life

These were a big improvement over the Pilot Sport 4 I had on previously, I got about 3000 miles more out of them - though they still wore very quickly, that's high performance tyres for you. As with those the grip levels were insane. NVH definitely increased as the tyres wore down.
Most of my driving is town and country, with some highway - quite a bit of spirited driving on winding country backroads. New Zealand is pretty wet too, so a lot of wet driving. I never had these tyres in the snow as it doesn't snow this far north, but did drive them on icy roads and grip was poor, but very predictable.
After they wore out I decided to switch to an all season tyre and fitted a set of BF Goodrich Advantage Control - and that is when I noticed how harsh and crashy the PS5 was in comparison. The new tyres suit the Lexus better as a comfortable cruiser, even if they don't offer anywhere near the performance.
I think I'd buy these again for a different, sportier car though. They are fantastic for spirited driving.

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 5
  • Comfort 4
  • Buy again 5
Helpful 2
  1. Initial Impressions82% 1,000 miles
    Amazingly the PS5 manages to noticeably improve over the PS4, particularly in wet handling and wet braking. Supposedly will last longer too - I got 24,000km out of the PS4's I had previously, which for me was pretty good as other UHP tyres I've bought haven't made it to 20,000km - if the marketing for the PS5 is for real, that means in theory I could get as much as 30,000km out of them. Not sure how Michelin manage to do it!
79%
Member
Initial Impressions

On my I30N I went from ContiContactSport7 to Michelin Pilot Sport 5. I found the MPS 5 grip to be about the same in the dry and slightly better in the wet , however I really have noticed that Michelin is more datty and more vague than the Conti's, I find that I am not as sure at the limit how the Michelins will respond.

In terms of comfort the Michelins are a bit better but Contis but the gap is not massive, rolling resistance seems about the same on the highway I was getting 6.7l with the conti's and I am getting 6.8l with the Michelins not much of a difference but could also be they are not yet broken in.

Noise seems about the same on the highway and I can't really speak to ware yet for the Michelins but expect them to be about the same as the Conti's. I was going to get the Conti's again but the Michelins were such a good deal it was worth a giving them a go, so far so good.

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 6
  • Handling 7
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 5
77%
Member
Initial Impressions

good

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 9
61%
Member
Initial Impressions

It's like trying to walk on ice with sneakers when the tire is cold. You never know when it won't brake and the ABS will keep kicking in, putting you at risk. After about 60-100 km, it performs well in dry weather.

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 5
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 6
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 22
91%
joshkiej
Initial Impressions

I run them on 2 cars in extremely different platforms. On a ford transit custom which is driven every day, as well as a mitsubishi colt CZT which mostly sees track days and nurburgring trips. On the van i love the tyre for being as comfortable as it is on a very low profile with a lot of weight on it. I also notice almost no wear, with the tyre still being at almost 6mm after 30 000km.

On the colt czt i love it for being consistently grippy, in al conditions. Sure, it can overheat after a few very hard laps, but every UHP tyre does that.

Also have to give it points on looks, no other tyre looks this good.

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 19
86%
Member
Initial Impressions

I switched on the front form the original Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3. I knew that it is a better tyre but afraid to suffer high noise level. It was proven to be as quit as the GY but superior handling. I am driving a front wheel drive car which puts high pressure on the front axel. The Michelin is proving to handle it very well.

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 12
87%
Member
Initial Impressions

Focus ST with 280bhp. Commuting driving and occasional spirited drive. Heavy wear but great grip.

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 10
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 5
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 10
91%
Member
Initial Impressions
  • 255/35 R19
  • 3,000 miles

All our cars are pilot 5. These tyres are not that costly I got them on my Audi S4 and I drive it quickly. The confidence you get built up over a long time one knows give one the knowledge that the tyres will save your life one day when you have to do an emergency stop and that the tyres will fulfill its duty to come to a stop immediately and in control. I have used Michelin tyres all my life and if you work out four tyres over the tires life it will be pennies per mile. In the wet they perform very well and my S4 does not seem to roll in tight corners and bad conditions. The only thing I know and unless you experience it is all wide tyre cars no matter what tyres you have is aqua planning and deep snow and icey conditions the tyres will behave like any tyres. I have tried other tyres before until I came to the conclusion that I prefer Michelins to any other tyres. They grip like hell. This is a genuine review off using Michelins for a long long time. Our other cars are all Michelins. !

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 10
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