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Michelin Pilot Sport 4S Tire

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Recommended, but it's tough on the environment.

Scored against our published rubric · reviewed Jun 2026
Ranks #3 of 15in Tires
$412.99

Priced as of June 2, 2026

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CarCareTruth's Analysis

Last reviewed June 2, 2026

TL;DR Max-performance summer tire with UTQG Traction AA and class-leading wet braking. Independent tests place it at or near the top of its class on wet and dry; short tread life is the expected trade-off for the performance compound.

What it is and how it performs

The Pilot Sport 4S is sold in a wide range of low-profile performance sizes; this page represents the model, not one size. UTQG grades: Treadwear 300, Traction AA, Temperature A. Tire Rack rates it number one in max-performance summer. TyreReviews places it top two for wet and dry across 27 tests. Owner odometer reports land at 20,000-25,000 miles under normal street use.

Who should buy this, and who should skip it

Right pick for sports car owners who prioritize wet and dry grip in warmer months. Skip it for year-round use or longer tread life; a 3PMSF-rated all-weather tire is the right class for that.

Safety and environmental impact

Cured-rubber-and-steel construction; no chemical-exposure pathway from the tire itself in normal mounting and use. All tires shed tire-wear particles and 6PPD-quinone in road runoff, an aquatic toxicity concern shared across the category.

From the manufacturer

Marketing copy from Michelin, via Amazon. Not editorial.

  • 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
  • Exceptional dry grip and wet braking performance
  • Born from Endurance Racing
  • Acclaimed by car manufacturers such as Mercedes-AMG, Ferrari and Porsche

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Manufacturer specifications
Brand
MICHELIN
Size
285/35ZR19 (103Y) XL
Rim Size
19 Inches
Section Width
285 Millimeters
Tire Aspect Ratio
35.0
Load Index
103
Load Capacity
1929 Pounds
Tread Depth
9.5 32nds
Tread Type
Asymmetrical
Maximum Pressure
50 Pound per Square Inch
Automotive Fit Type
Vehicle Specific Fit
Load Range
XL

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