Max Performance Summer tires are for serious driving enthusiasts who want a combination of a performance appearance, competent handling and Z-speed rated (or higher) durability with enhanced dry and wet traction. Often used as Original Equipment (O.E.) on powerful sports cars, performance coupes and high performance sedans, Max Performance Summer tires are not intended to be driven in near-freezing temperatures, through snow or on ice.
O.E. Max Performance Summer tires are typically purchased as direct replacements for worn-out pairs/sets of the vehicle's original tires. They can also be used for other vehicle applications in complete sets of four or axle pairs if available in an appropriate size, load range and speed rating to match the existing O.E. tires' performance category and specifications.
Los neumáticos Rendimiento Máximo Para Verano, han sido fabricados para conductores entusiastas que desean una combinación de una apariencia similar a autos de rendimiento, maniobrabilidad eficiente, durabilidad a velocidades del código Z (o mayor); con mejor tracción sobre superficies secas o mojadas. Estos neumáticos son utilizados comúnmente como originales (O.E., por sus siglas en inglés) en autos deportivos potentes, cupé de rendimiento y sedanes de alto rendimiento. Los neumáticos Rendimiento Máximo Para Verano, no fueron diseñados para ser utilizado en temperaturas cercanas al nivel de congelación o superficies con hielo o nieve.
Los neumáticos originales (O.E.) Rendimiento Máximo Para Verano, son comprados usualmente para reemplazar pares o juegos de cuatro originales que se han desgastado. Pueden ser usados en otros vehículos, en pares o grupos de cuatro, si tienen el tamaño, índice de carga y código de velocidad, igual al de la categoría de rendimiento y especificaciones de los neumáticos originales.
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Treadwear:6 Years / 20,000 Miles Half mileage for rear if different size than front
Manufacturer Special Warranty:60-day satisfaction (1), 3-yr roadside assistance
Additional Information:(1) Up to 6 per customer, exchange for any brand.
Notes
See official manufacturer's warranty brochure for specific details.
New vehicle Original Equipment tire warranties often differ from those covering replacement tires. Consult your vehicle documents to confirm Original Equipment tire warranty coverage.
Ratings data demonstrates the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 excels in dry traction, with consistent 9-10 scores highlighting sharp cornering and precise steering. Wet traction earns strong praise, with many 9-10 ratings for grip and hydroplaning resistance. Comfort receives positive feedback for ride smoothness, though some note moderate road noise. Treadwear shows variability, with scores ranging from 1-10 and several reports of rapid wear, suggesting performance-focused driving may accelerate tread loss. As a Max Performance Summer tire, it delivers outstanding dry and wet capabilities aligned with its category, while tread longevity appears dependent on usage patterns.
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80 customers mention "Wet Traction"
74 positive
6 negative
Most customers rate the Michelin Pilot Sport 4's wet traction as excellent, with scores of 9s and 10s highlighting confident grip and strong hydroplaning resistance. High marks align with its Max Performance Summer design, ensuring reliable wet-weather handling for spirited driving.
July 16, 2023(Verified Purchase)
4.9 out of 5
...Wet traction has never missed a beat even till 4/32" tread...
One of the best tires I've ever put on my WRX! Corner grip and handling is predicable and precise. Wet traction has never missed a beat even till 4/32" tread. Dry traction is one of the best for daily driving and wanting to get into some fun! Comfort is pretty good for this category and noise is quite quiet for this type of tire. As the tire aged you do start to notice some tire noise but it's really faint. Michelin makes a really good product. I will consider this as the king of Max Perf. Summer tires.
Vehicle: 2019 Subaru WRX Miles Driven on Tires: 27,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: PHILADELPHIA, PA Driving Style: Spirited
...However, limited opportunities to drive in moderately wet conditions demonstrates excellent traction that exceeds that of OEM; inspires far more confidence when pushing hard on slick/sketchy pavement...
Excellent tires which permit somewhat more than „spirited“ for daily driving. Vast improvement over OEM tires; grip, responsiveness to steering input, braking distance much reduced. Went to 18“ for better ride compliance. Much more capable and predictable at the limit, better feel/feedback through steering wheel. Able to carry more speed on entry, mid-corner, and apply throttle sooner on exit. Ride on mixed surfaces is excellent; road noise not an issue for me. True heavy wet weather performance remains unknown. However, limited opportunities to drive in moderately wet conditions demonstrates excellent traction that exceeds that of OEM; inspires far more confidence when pushing hard on slick/sketchy pavement.
Overall, very pleased with this set of tires for this vehicle.
Vehicle: 2017 Volkswagen Golf R Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: ORO VALLEY, AZ Driving Style: Spirited
Happy with the tires, great traction in the dry and wet.
Happy with the tires, great traction in the dry and wet.
Vehicle: 2021 Tesla Model S Plaid 265/35-21F 295/30-21R Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: LAND O LAKES, FL Driving Style: Spirited
Customers overwhelmingly rate the Michelin Pilot Sport 4's dry traction as excellent, with most scores 9-10. High marks highlight responsive handling and confident grip, ideal for summer performance driving.
January 17, 2024(Verified Purchase)
4.5 out of 5
Dry Traction is Insane. They feel very planted and take demanding curves with ease...
Dry Traction is Insane. They feel very planted and take demanding curves with ease. Wet traction is very good and they maintain good contact with the road in heavy rain. Not so great in the light snow but they are Summer Tires! Be sure to have a winter set of tires if you live in a region that gets snow and save these tires for fun times when it's warm out. :)
Vehicle: 2024 Acura Integra Type S Miles Driven on Tires: 4,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: SPRINGFIELD, VA Driving Style: Spirited
...The dry and wet performance is spectacular and it's as quiet as you could ever expect from a tire with these performance characteristics.
In my opinion, it’s the best tire for the car I have and would regret trying to save a little money on a different choice. The dry and wet performance is spectacular and it’s as quiet as you could ever expect from a tire with these performance characteristics.
Vehicle: 2005 Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe Miles Driven on Tires: 4,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: SAINT JOHNS, FL Driving Style: Average
I love these tires. They are excellent in warm weather, wet or dry. The are smooth and quiet. They grip like crazy. Two downfalls: 1) they lose a lot of grip in temps below 45 degrees or so and are very slippery in the winter temps. (but they are a summer tire, so......) but the biggest issue is that they last a max of 15,000 miles. To me, that 6 months. I drive a lot. And they are very expensive. So after this third set, I will have to buy another brand, maybe a all season high performance so I can enjoy my car year round and I need them to last at least 30,000 miles. Michelin paid 40% of the second set and 30% of the third set. But you have to open a case with Michelin, then have them inspected at a Micheline dealer and then buy them, show proof of purchase and they you get reimbursed. It's a process.
Vehicle: 2023 Tesla Model S Plaid 265/35-21F 295/30-21R Miles Driven on Tires: 12,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: DOWNINGTOWN, PA Driving Style: Spirited
Most customers rate ride comfort and noise levels highly, with scores of 9s and 10s. Even mid-range scores (7-8) reflect solid performance for a summer tire focused on dry/wet traction.
June 09, 2023(Verified Purchase)
4.8 out of 5
After driving with the 13 year old OEM Dunlop Sports, and only 500 miles so far on the Michelins, it might be somewhat early to review... however, at this time, I can report them as being extremely quite, with a comfortable ride and exceptional handling...
After driving with the 13 year old OEM Dunlop Sports, and only 500 miles so far on the Michelins, it might be somewhat early to review... however, at this time, I can report them as being extremely quite, with a comfortable ride and exceptional handling. I can report back after I get a few more miles on them. Yes, they were not cheap... but I went with the reviews, and driving a grand tourer Jaguar XK, I want the best tire money can buy.
Vehicle: 2010 Jaguar XK Coupe Miles Driven on Tires: 500 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: BOCA RATON, FL Driving Style: Easy Going
...I noticed that these were quieter than the EO Michelins and rode more smoothly.
This is my wife's car, I drive it occasionally. Her only comment about the tires was, "they sure corner well". I noticed that these were quieter than the EO Michelins and rode more smoothly.
Vehicle: 2020 Honda Civic Si Coupe Miles Driven on Tires: 1,500 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: SUN LAKES, AZ Driving Style: Spirited
...The most surprising aspect was how nice the ride is for this type of tire...
These are great. The cornering was outstanding. I had to drive a long distance at highway speeds in pouring rain. Traction was excellent. The most surprising aspect was how nice the ride is for this type of tire. I would never consider anything else for this car.
Vehicle: 2003 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe Miles Driven on Tires: 500 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: FALLS CHURCH, VA Driving Style: Spirited
Many customers report excellent tread life with scores of 9-10, highlighting long-lasting performance in summer conditions. While some note lower scores, overall satisfaction remains strong for Max Performance Summer use.
November 25, 2024(Verified Purchase)
4.6 out of 5
...The treadwear is good, though not exceptional, which is to be expected given my setup- 22-inch summer tires on a heavy vehicle with BMW's distinct camber design.
Great tires! The treadwear is good, though not exceptional, which is to be expected given my setup—22-inch summer tires on a heavy vehicle with BMW’s distinct camber design.
Vehicle: 2020 BMW X7 xDrive40i Runflat Tire w/ M Sport Brake Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA Driving Style: Spirited
...They have great grip and an amazing tread life...
These tires are expensive, but by far the absolute best I have ever had. They have great grip and an amazing tread life. They’re great around the town on the highway and we’re good on the track.
Vehicle: 2018 Honda Civic Type R Miles Driven on Tires: 8,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: JACKSONVILLE, FL Driving Style: Spirited
...Tread wear so far is a little better than what I expected. At about 6k miles they are showing little overall wear despite handling 650hp/700ftlbs in a 4500lb SUV that is driven very spirited through corners often...
These tires have been great thus far. They have impeccable wet and dry traction, even in our torrential downpours we often get here in FL. Steering response in very positive and tight, and when they've been pushed to their limit they break away easily and predictably which is surprisingly hard to get them to do even in this big SUV. Warm-up time is quick and they're performing great long before the engine oil is up to temp and the vehicle is ready for fun. Tread wear so far is a little better than what I expected. At about 6k miles they are showing little overall wear despite handling 650hp/700ftlbs in a 4500lb SUV that is driven very spirited through corners often. They seem quiet on the highway, but it's hard to tell as my 958 has the extra NVH package so its basically silent inside no matter what. Sidewalls seem stiff and perky as you'd want from a tire like this, and ride quality is stiff and composed but not overly harsh compared to whatever trash tires were on this when I bought it.
Overall these are amazing tires for a spirited street driver like myself that might see occasional track time. The 20k mileage warranty on a performance tire this size is also an amazing and unusual bonus. I'll definitely be putting these back on when replacement time comes.
Vehicle: 2012 Porsche Cayenne Turbo Miles Driven on Tires: 6,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: LADY LAKE, FL Driving Style: Spirited
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