Customer reviews for Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S - 255/40ZR20/XL 101Y Tire forMichelin Pilot Sport 4 S - 255/40ZR20/XL 101Y Tire
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5 out of 5 stars review
The best tire money can buy
Highly favored
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1 out of 5 stars review
Poor quality and disappointing
215 Kenneth
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- 5 out of 5 stars review8/19/2026When I tell you I’ll never buy another tire again. I mean it considering what I’ve experienced with these tires. I already knew that these tires were very reliable. Due to me having them on my motorcycle & previous vehicles. But Monday sealed the deal for me. I ran over a collated nails in a construction zone. Totally unaware of it, my tire began to go flat. When I looked at the tire I could only see for nails. But when I took my car to the tire shop & they removed the tire. You could see the actual extent of damage that occurred. And just how well these tires held up, keeping my son & I safe. Needless to say I purchased another set of the same tires with a warranty. I’ll vouch for these tires every single time.
The best tire money can buy
Highly favoredOriginally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars review7/21/2026These tires are the best available for the Corvette. I live in Arizona so they stay on year round. I got 22,000 miles out of my last set, and put on a new set today. I could have bought other brands, but these are best in traction, stopping, even wet weather performance. Durability is reasonable, and I appreciate that the price hasn't really changed in the last 4 years. They are also made in the USA, which I appreciate.
Just bought my third set! The best there is!
DanielZ06Originally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars review8/25/2026Love these tires on my Integra type S. They ride really smooth, extra grip on cornering and breaking. Everything you would want in a high performance tire. I blow through them in less than 20k miles but that’s a ME problem….
High performance
JaywebOriginally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars review1/25/2026There's probably better or more engaging summer performance tyres out there, sure. But this is 90-95% as good in the dry but when it rains or is damp this is so much better. While I had PS4Ses are good for heavier more powerful cars, I decided to switch over to PS4 for my lightweight Alfa Romeo 4C. So far, I'm happier with the PS4S for the 4C.
So good in the dry, really good in the wet.
wiryantirtaOriginally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars review5/17/2026I own a 2019 Mustang GT Premium California Special and have only experience with Perelli P Zeros and Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06. Tire Rack rep was helpful in ordering my tires. I reviewed all the comments online comparing Perilli, Continental and Michelin Pilot Sport 4S. It’s hard to decide when all the review were so close to each other. The one thing is that the Michelin’s were more expensive. I decided to go with the Michelin’s hoping I had made the right choice. They were mailed to America’s Tire in my town within 2 days and installed the same day they arrived. Having black factory rims I wanted black balancing weights instead of the silver ones. Last time I didn’t tell them, so I had to go around with a black marker and bla...
Great Tires
Bob13Originally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars review3/26/2026I 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.JROriginally posted onmichelinman.com
- 5 out of 5 stars review6/3/2026The Pilot Sports 4s are truly amazing! They enhance my driving experience and grip so well when driving through corners and wet conditions. I’ve had them for about a year now and they still look great on tread life.
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rafa04Originally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars review2/7/2026Michelin customer of almost 30 years. PS4S is a wonderful tire and perfect for the GT car that is the Vantage. Superb feel, handling, noise and good traction in the wet.
Aston Martin Vantage
LXAOriginally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars review3/16/2026First 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.
Great for Florida Driving
FloridaWRX94Originally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars review11/10/2025Absolutely love these! So much fun! great traction and handling on tight curves at high speeds (70+) even in wet conditions. Significantly quieter than my all seasons. Very sad to have to switch them out because of New England temps. Another reason to look forward to spring!
Love them
Maureen55Originally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars review1/8/2026After 5 years and 26,000 miles, I replaced the factory tires with Michelin Pilots on my BRZ Limited. Handling is as good as when the car was new, the tires grip and performance well with the car providing safety and great handling. They are quiet on freeway and streets. I'm glad Huntington tires had them in stock and with a new front end alignment, I am a happy customer.
Michelin Pilots a great asset to the BRZ
Kor AmOriginally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars reviewVerified Purchase4/28/2025Nice tires handle very well. Sam’s tire service was professional and completed the job quickly.
Nice tires
William - 4 out of 5 stars review2/19/2026I have owned these tire for just under a year and 8000 miles. I got a small nail and took the car in to fix it. My tire tread is reported to be 4/32. I have never even done a burn out. Just drove my Porsche normally. So bit bummed to be replacing them at about the one year mark and I figure 9000 miles.
Perform but wear very quickly
Cayman in VegasOriginally posted onmichelinman.com - 3 out of 5 stars review3/25/2026I 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
Replacing new car tires
FKOriginally posted onmichelinman.comConsumer Care MIC USThank you for sharing the details of your experience. We're sorry to hear you are experiencing premature wear. To initiate a ... - 2 out of 5 stars review8/25/2026Check the manufacturer date of the tires! I put low mileage (4000) on this car with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S on this garaged car. The tires are almost 5 yrs on car with approx 24000 miles and the tires are showing aging problems. The outer edges of the tires are splitting. The alignment was done about 1.5 years ago. So I checked the DOT age of the tire and realize that the tires were 3 years old when they were sold and installed on the car. Who sells 3 yr old tires. Tire Rack tells you when they sell you old tires and marks them down. That is a reputable company. But not where I bought these tires.
Check the DOT age of your Tires
JamesOriginally posted onmichelinman.comConsumer Care MIC USWe're sorry to hear about the condition of your Pilot Sport 4 S tires and understand your concerns regarding the DOT manufact... - 2 out of 5 stars review8/11/2026Michelin FAN Boy Here! If it was 2020, this would be a 5 star rating. But it is approaching 2027!v This is coming on to being a 10 year old tire - crazy! I needed a new set of tires for my 911. I was about to purchase a 3rd set of PS4S tires. But I then had the opportunity to drive on PSS5s. SHOCKED! I then realized how out of date these 4S tires are. There is even competition now catching up. The OEM spec versions are still good but could be GREAT!! People are still giving these tires 5 stars because they don't know what Michelin could do in 2022...until you ride on a set PSS5s and take them to track day. I am a huge Michelin fan, understand this! But I am a quite disappointed that Michelin made the best in Jan 2017 and keeps sel...
10 Year Old Design!? Seriously!?
TomDOriginally posted onmichelinman.comConsumer Care MIC USWe appreciate your detailed perspective on the Pilot Sport 4 S and your recognition of its long standing performance and succ... - 2 out of 5 stars review2/22/2026Inner edge of the tires have severely worn out in addition to dry rot. The inner edge wear is not noticeable unless you happen to have the tires turned outward. As a result, it is a safety issue. Luckily, I saw the damage at 21,000 miles but disappointed that although the rest of tires have a lot o thread left, they are no longer safe.
Durability, safety, and dry rot.
TCQOriginally posted onmichelinman.comConsumer Care MIC USWe’re sorry to hear about the inner edge wear and dry rot you noticed. A member of our Consumer Care team will be in contact.... - 2 out of 5 stars review3/26/2026I 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
quality sucks
1inmillionenthusiastOriginally posted onmichelinman.comConsumer Care MIC USWe're sorry to hear about the issues you've experienced with wear and ride quality. We appreciate you taking the time to outl... - 1 out of 5 stars review3/8/2026My 2025 Gle53 amg has only 14632 miles on it and this tire has already failed. I am surprised at the dry rot and i have a lot of tread left on this tire and the other three but it is no longer safe to drive anymore.
Poor quality and disappointing
215 KennethOriginally posted onmichelinman.comConsumer Care MIC USThank you for sharing your experience. We’re sorry to hear about the issues you’ve had with your Pilot Sport 4 S tires. A mem... - 1 out of 5 stars review1/22/2026I purchased these tiers 4 mounts ago. They are already build in the back. I have a wide body charger. I have not done a single burnout and I haven’t done any donuts. So I brought to the place I bought them and they said I was going everything that I wasn’t doing now I’m having to buy new back tires after them only having 4k miles on the ones needing replaced!!!
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Joe AOriginally posted onmichelinman.comConsumer Care MIC USWe’re sorry to hear about the rapid wear you’re experiencing with your Pilot Sport 4 S tires. To review warranty options, ple...