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245/40 R17 Michelin Pilot Sport 4 variants
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 is a summer tyre made in total of 159 sizes, ranging from R16 to R16 - this particular dimension is R17, which means it fits to a 17 inch/431.8mm diameter wheel. 245/40 R17 is 40mm wider than the narrowest dimension (205) and 80mm narrower than the widest one (325). This tyre profile of 40 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 40% of the tyre width (245mm), which results in 98mm sidewall height. In 245/40 R17, there is only one possible speed index for Michelin Pilot Sport 4 - "Y", which is good for speeds up to 300 km/h. In 245/40 R17, Pilot Sport 4 usually competes against Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5, which is a tyre from GoodYear with a rating of 85%, compared to 88% of the Michelin in question.
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Michelin Pilot Sport 4 is made in 159 sizes, starting from 205/55 R16 up to 325/30 R21.
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Michelin Pilot Sport 4 in tyre tests
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (245/40 R17)
Autobild Summer tyre test 2022 245/40 R19
exemplary
Ranked #4 of 10
Securing a commendable 4th position among 10 competitors, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 showcased a performance worthy of note. This summer tire was lauded for its balanced high-performance capabilities, dynamic dry handling, and exceptional aquaplaning reserves both longitudinally and crosswise, earning it an 'Exemplary' final rating. Its precise steering responsiveness and low rolling resistance were particularly highlighted. In addition to its standout performance in preventing aquaplaning and in terms of comfort, it was also praised for its efficiency. However, it was noted that this premium performance comes at a higher price point.
exemplary
Ranked #4 of 10
Securing a commendable 4th position among 10 competitors, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 showcased a performance worthy of note. This summer tire was lauded for its balanced high-performance capabilities, dynamic dry handling, and exceptional aquaplaning reserves both longitudinally and crosswise, earning it an 'Exemplary' final rating. Its precise steering responsiveness and low rolling resistance were particularly highlighted. In addition to its standout performance in preventing aquaplaning and in terms of comfort, it was also praised for its efficiency. However, it was noted that this premium performance comes at a higher price point.
| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 | 2 | 2+ | |||||
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AutoMotorSport Summer tyre test 2022 245/45 R19
good
Ranked #7 of 10
Securing the 7th position out of 10 in a competitive field, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 garnered a positive final rating of 'Good'. Testers found it exceptionally responsive, direct, precise, and dynamic on dry surfaces, effectively meeting the demands of sporty driving. A highlight was its absolute best performance in dry steering response among its peers. However, it exhibited limitations in wet conditions with a narrower margin for safety, a noticeable sensitivity to puddles, and a lack of damping which detracted from its otherwise stellar performance. Despite these drawbacks, the tire was praised for its impressive precision and directness on dry roads but was considered to have some shortcomings in wet conditions, indicating that it may be showing its age in this area. The availability of its successor, the Pilot Sport 5, within the same year was also mentioned, hinting at continued innovation from Michelin.
good
Ranked #7 of 10
Securing the 7th position out of 10 in a competitive field, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 garnered a positive final rating of 'Good'. Testers found it exceptionally responsive, direct, precise, and dynamic on dry surfaces, effectively meeting the demands of sporty driving. A highlight was its absolute best performance in dry steering response among its peers. However, it exhibited limitations in wet conditions with a narrower margin for safety, a noticeable sensitivity to puddles, and a lack of damping which detracted from its otherwise stellar performance. Despite these drawbacks, the tire was praised for its impressive precision and directness on dry roads but was considered to have some shortcomings in wet conditions, indicating that it may be showing its age in this area. The availability of its successor, the Pilot Sport 5, within the same year was also mentioned, hinting at continued innovation from Michelin.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | ||||
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| Best values in test | 9,0 | 9,7 | 9,4 | ||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 | 7,2 | 8,3 | 8,3 | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32,1 | 28,7 | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 | 32,1 | 29,8 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 | 1- | 1- | 2- | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 1- | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 | 2 | 2+ | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 | 2+ | 1- | |||||
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| Name | Points total | ||||||
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| Best values in test | 9,4 | ||||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 | 9,4 | ||||||
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