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  • Michelin Pilot Sport 3
  • Michelin Pilot Sport 3

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The Pilot Sport 3 is Michelin's Max Performance Summer tire developed as Original Equipment for premium high-performance sports cars, coupes and sedans. Based on Michelin expertise from over a dozen consecutive Le Mans 24-Hour Race victories, the Pilot Sport 3 is an eco-friendly sport tire with Green X branded on its sidewalls to guarantee it offers one of the best energy efficiency levels on the market. The Pilot Sport 3 is designed to balance tread life, fuel efficiency and road gripping performance in dry and wet conditions. However, like all summer tires, they are not intended to be driven in near freezing temperatures, through snow or on ice.

The Pilot Sport 3 features Michelin's Green Power Compound to combine grip on wet surfaces with fuel savings and greater longevity. This compound is molded into an asymmetric tread design to enhance dry road response and cornering while Michelin's Anti Surf System combines an optimized profile and tread grooves to cut through puddles and standing water to resist hydroplaning and deliver shorter wet braking distances.

The tire's internal structure features Michelin's Programmed Distortion tire architecture that uses digital technology to enhance driving enjoyment and steering precision. Twin steel belts reinforced with spirally wrapped polyamide are combined with a polyester casing to enhance ride quality and high-speed durability.

*Specific sizes featuring Green X Technology are identified as such on the Sizes tab, as well as on the tire's Specs tab.

Related Information: Green X Technology

Ratings Charts & Reviews Michelin Pilot Sport 3

Tire Category: Max Performance Summer

Consumer Surveys

 
Best in Category
Miles Reported
Recommended
Treadwear
Michelin Pilot Sport 3
Good
93%
1.1M
7.3 - Good
8.5 - Good
8.6 Hydroplaning Resistance
8.5 Wet Traction
9.3 - Excellent
9.2 Corner Stability
9.4 Dry Traction
9.2 Steering Response
N/A
N/A Light Snow Traction
N/A Deep Snow Traction
N/A Ice Traction
8.1 - Good
8.2 Ride Quality
7.9 Noise
7.3 - Good

Customers Say

Customers praise the Michelin Pilot Sport 3 for excellent dry traction and confident wet performance, with many highlighting strong hydroplaning resistance and responsive handling. Comfort receives positive marks for a smooth and quiet ride, though some note occasional road noise. While treadwear shows a split-some report impressive longevity, others mention rapid wear-the tire’s focus on summer performance shines through, aligning well with its Max Performance Summer design.

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71 customers mention "Wet Traction"

  • 64 positive
  • 7 negative

Customers praise the Michelin Pilot Sport 3's wet traction, with most scoring 9s and 10s for confident grip and excellent hydroplaning resistance. High ratings highlight its ability to maintain stability and control in rainy conditions, aligning with its Max Performance Summer design priorities.

September 14, 2019 (Verified Purchase)

4.9 out of 5 Star Rating
4.9 out of 5

...Dry grip is super in both cornering and braking, and while we haven't driven them in heavy rain conditions yet, wet grip feels great as well...

What a great tire for the SQ5--seems to be a perfect match for the additional weight and higher center of gravity of a performance SUV. These replaced the OE Latitude Sports, and even with new-tire tread depth, the Pilot Sport 4 SUV has so much better steering response and cornering stability--they seem to provide this great feel and grip effortlessly, reflecting engineering and construction matched to SUV requirements. Dry grip is super in both cornering and braking, and while we haven't driven them in heavy rain conditions yet, wet grip feels great as well. The tires track perfectly on the straights and run so smooth with a minimum of wheel weights (installed by our Audi dealer).

I was almost ready to buy Pilot Sport 4S's but had some concerns about the height & weight of the SQ5, so was really happy to see this tire introduced at just the right time. The Pilot Sport 4 SUV really seems perfect on this vehicle--just the tire for the twisty mountain roads here in WNC and North GA!

Vehicle: 2015 Audi SQ5 OE Rubber Valve Stems
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,300
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: OTTO, NC
Driving Style: Spirited
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April 18, 2022 (Verified Purchase)

4.5 out of 5 Star Rating
4.5 out of 5

...They stick in the dry. They stick under heavy breaking, the stick in the corners, and most of all they do it just as good in the rain...

Trying to find a good tire for a crossover vehicle was a fun challenge. So, I went on the search at my favorite tire store, Tire Rack. Found some good candidates but the Michelin Pilot Sport for SUV's stuck out to me over the other tires. So far, I can say these are the best pair of Michelins I've ever owned. Florida driving is usually hot and dry, with the afternoon showers for a couple hours then back to hot, sunny and humid. These tires are exactly what is needed in this climate. They stick in the dry. They stick under heavy breaking, the stick in the corners, and most of all they do it just as good in the rain. I have no feedback for winter conditions.

Vehicle: 2015 Honda Crosstour V6 EX
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: DELAND, FL
Driving Style: Spirited
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March 10, 2023 (Verified Purchase)

5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...Excellent all around tire that hooks and does not have you nervous in the rain!

We have this tires on a Whipple Supercharged 5.0 Coyote Single Cab Shortbed street truck with full suspension. We have hit 1.60 60ft times on a draggy on the street with these tires and 10.89 1/4 mile. In fact drag radials were less than two tenths quicker. Excellent all around tire that hooks and does not have you nervous in the rain!

Vehicle: 2021 Ford F150 4WD Regular 265/70-17
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: DAVIE, FL
Driving Style: Spirited
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75 customers mention "Dry Traction"

  • 75 positive
  • 0 negative

Most customers rate dry traction 9s and 10s, highlighting excellent grip and responsive handling. A few scores in the 7-8 range still reflect strong dry performance, with precise cornering stability in summer conditions.

November 08, 2021

5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

These Michelins have increased wet and dry grip and the vehicle has an all-around better ride. There's also increased lateral grip from the previous tire...

These tires are a dramatic improvement over the OE Dunlops. The tires have made me enjoy my ML550 more than ever - as with the Dunlops, I just thought the ML was only a pleasant car with straight-line speed. These Michelins have increased wet and dry grip and the vehicle has an all-around better ride. There's also increased lateral grip from the previous tire. I'd definitely suggest buying them and I will buy them again.

Vehicle: 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML550
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: AUSTIN, TX
Driving Style: Spirited
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March 24, 2022 (Verified Purchase)

4.4 out of 5 Star Rating
4.4 out of 5

If you want the best Wet and Dry handling tire the Pilot Sport SUV is the one to choose. This is now my second set and while they wear out quicker then average the grip is what I want...

If you want the best Wet and Dry handling tire the Pilot Sport SUV is the one to choose.
This is now my second set and while they wear out quicker then average the grip is what I want.
The ride is on the sporty side but the noise is low.

Vehicle: 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio
Miles Driven on Tires: 13,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: PALMA SOLA, FL
Driving Style: Spirited
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May 03, 2025

4.9 out of 5 Star Rating
4.9 out of 5

These tires on my Macan S are SUPER... Enjoyable difference in driving and they are very quiet...

These tires on my Macan S are SUPER. I run a set of pure winter tires and wheels. So, why just run all season tires the rest of the time when not needed. I run Pilot Sport tires on my GT3 so why not try them on the Macan S. Enjoyable difference in driving and they are very quiet. I’ll borrow from Steppenwolf here — it’s like you are on a magic carpet ride. Thanks to Jim at Tire Rack.

Vehicle: 2021 Porsche Macan S
Miles Driven on Tires: 350
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: PITTSBURGH, PA
Driving Style: Spirited
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75 customers mention "Ride Quality"

  • 61 positive
  • 14 negative

Most customers rate ride comfort as excellent with scores of 9-10, highlighting smooth handling. Many also rate noise levels highly, contributing to a refined driving experience expected from max performance summer tires. A few lower scores suggest minor variability in noise perception.

November 25, 2023 (Verified Purchase)

4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

Best riding tires

Best riding tires

Vehicle: 2022 Audi RS Q8 Ceramic Brakes
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SANTA CRUZ, CA
Driving Style: Spirited
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October 01, 2023 (Verified Purchase)

4.5 out of 5 Star Rating
4.5 out of 5

Great comfort, quite tire and really impressed with the treadwear...

Great comfort, quite tire and really impressed with the treadwear. Would buy again without researching new to market tires. Simply an awesome tire!

Vehicle: 2013 BMW X5 xDrive35i Premium
Miles Driven on Tires: 44,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: YPSILANTI, MI
Driving Style: Easy Going
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February 11, 2022 (Verified Purchase)

5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

Great ride quality

Great Tires and ride quality

Vehicle: 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan FWD
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: DELTONA, FL
Driving Style: Spirited
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60 customers mention "Treadwear"

  • 43 positive
  • 17 negative

Most customers rate the Michelin Pilot Sport 3's treadwear highly, with scores of 8-10 praising its excellent tread life in summer conditions. While a few lower scores (0-5) note rapid wear, the majority highlight consistent performance for dry and wet traction.

April 15, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

4.9 out of 5 Star Rating
4.9 out of 5

...The wife put about 12-14,000 miles on them last year and they seem to be about half worn. Even wear amount all 4 tires and very little road noise compared to the OEM hankooks...

Great tires for the money. The wife put about 12-14,000 miles on them last year and they seem to be about half worn. Even wear amount all 4 tires and very little road noise compared to the OEM hankooks. Hoping to get this year out of them and will definitely purchase them again. The 10spd trans in the expo can get a little spirited and these handle the high torque very will. Rain traction is perfect and I feel they are the best tires I can put on the car to keep my family safe. Blizzaks in the winter, pilot pros in the summer. Winning combination for a 7,000lb tuned SUV.

Vehicle: 2021 Ford Expedition Max 4WD 285/45-22
Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: LOCKPORT, IL
Driving Style: Average
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February 07, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

...We got 25K miles out of the first set of Pilot Sport 4 SUV's and this set appears to be headed for the same level of tire wear.

This is the second set of Pilot Sport 4 SUV's and they work extremely well for our 2015 Audi SQ5. We live in the mountains of Western North Carolina and the majority of our driving is on the twisties of the secondary roads in WNC & N GA, and most of our driving is Spirited. Our SQ5 has been modified with H&R Sport Springs, Bilstein Sport shocks & struts, APR stage 1 (93 Octane) ECU tune and matching APR TCU upgrade, and the suspension mods work extremely well with these tires. Turn-in and grip are both excellent and the tires seem to be a perfect match for the SQ5's handling qualities, which have been greatly enhanced by the sport springs & shocks, (firm but not harsh and have lowered the ride height from stock by 2" front / 1 1/2" rear. We got 25K miles out of the first set of Pilot Sport 4 SUV's and this set appears to be headed for the same level of tire wear.

Vehicle: 2015 Audi SQ5 OE Rubber Valve Stems
Miles Driven on Tires: 8,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: OTTO, NC
Driving Style: Spirited
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