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The Pilot Sport A/S 3+ are Ultra High Performance All-Season tires, members of Michelin's Pilot family of low profile, high-speed tires developed for the drivers of high-end sports cars, sporty coupes and sedans looking for total performance. The Pilot Sport A/S 3+ tire is designed to provide Michelin's highest level of ultra-high all-season performance, emphasizing dry road handling and wet road grip with balanced all-season traction for occasional light snow.

Compared to the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 it replaces, the new Pilot Sport A/S 3+ shares the same performance-oriented tread pattern, featuring a new, advanced Helio+ tread compound for increased light-snow traction.

Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+Pilot Sport A/S 3+ tires feature Michelin's Helio+ Technology, which utilizes sunflower oil and Extreme Silica Technology in the tread compound to increase traction at low temperatures and on wet roads. Molded into an aggressive asymmetric tread pattern inspired by the Michelin Pilot Super Sport, its 4-, 5- or 6-rib designs* are tuned to complement tire width and feature more rubber and rigid blocks on their outboard shoulders to provide high levels of lateral grip that offer as much dry cornering capability as some competitors' summer performance tires. Wide circumferential grooves help resist hydroplaning, enhancing wet traction and grip in standing water.

Variable Contact Patch 3.0 technology derived from Michelin's experience in endurance racing focuses on evenly spreading contact patch pressures and temperatures. The tire's internal structure includes two high-tensile, lightweight steel cord belts reinforced with spirally wrapped polyamide cord to combine predictable handling and high-speed durability with treadwear and ride comfort.

*Tread design rib counts are identified on the tire's Specs tab.

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Testing Ultra High Performance All-Season Tires 2019: Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+(01:36)

If you drive a performance-focused or sporty car, you want tires to match its personality. If you drive it year-round and winter tires aren’t an option, then Ultra High Performance All-Season tires are a great choice.

The Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ has set the standard for dry performance in the Ultra High Performance All-Season category for several years. We tested it to see how it compares to the newest and best in the category.

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Ratings Charts & Reviews Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+

Tire Category: Ultra High Performance All-Season

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Miles Reported
Recommended
Treadwear
Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+
Good
94%
6.9M
7.8 - Good
9.0 - Excellent
9.0 Hydroplaning Resistance
9.1 Wet Traction
9.3 - Excellent
9.3 Corner Stability
9.4 Dry Traction
9.2 Steering Response
6.8 - Good
7.7 Light Snow Traction
6.5 Deep Snow Traction
6.2 Ice Traction
8.4 - Good
8.6 Ride Quality
8.1 Noise
8.0 - Good

Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ Reviews

User feedback reveals the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ delivers excellent dry traction (9-10 scores) and confident wet grip with strong hydroplaning resistance (7-10), aligning well with its Ultra High Performance All-Season design. Winter traction earns positive marks in light snow (7-9), though ice performance shows more variability (3-8 scores), a noted limitation for extreme winter conditions. Comfort receives consistent praise for smoothness (7-10), while treadwear ratings (7-10) highlight durability suited for spirited driving. Drivers appreciate its responsive handling and balanced performance across seasons, making it a reliable choice for those prioritizing year-round capability without sacrificing sporty dynamics.

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591 reviews mention "Wet Traction"

  • 573 positive
  • 18 negative

Most customers rate wet traction 9s and 10s, highlighting confident grip and hydroplaning resistance. Scores show excellent wet performance for all-season driving.

July 05, 2022
(Verified Purchase)
4 out of 5 Star Rating
4 out of 5

...They grip amazingly well in the wet too...

I live in Tennessee which gets barely too cold for summer tires year round (they get hard and chunky) but still mild enough that summer tires are tempting. These Michelins focus a lot more on grip and feel than most all seasons so they fit the bill perfectly for my needs. Basically they are much closer to a summer tire, rather than splitting the difference down the middle.

The good: The grip these tires produce is simply insane. I can't tell a difference whatsoever from Pilot Super Sports in dry traction. They grip amazingly well in the wet too. Steering response is pretty sharp albeit not quite as communicative as Pilot Super Sports. The looks took a bit for me to get used to as the sipes are pretty aggressive but overall I think it's a good looking tire.

The bad: These tires are LOUD and quite harsh. They aren't as loud as, say, Federal 595 SS but they're very loud for a new tire, especially one of this price. My 6 year old Conti DWS's that were completely bald and had the cords poking out rode significantly better and were also much, much quieter.

Overall: I would recommend these as I've never seen this level of grip in an all season before and in terms of grip and feel, you really don't sacrifice much if anything over a summer tire. That being said, for my personal needs, I'd go Conti DWS06+ next time as I would take a bit less grip for a much quieter tire.

Vehicle: 2009 BMW 335i Sedan Sport Package
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,500
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: MC DONALD, TN
Driving Style: Spirited

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July 28, 2021
(Verified Purchase)
4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

...They also work very well in the wet weather here. Very confident to drive...

Great all around tire. I daily drive my 660whp Shelby GT500 in Florida. Tires hook and handle well in the dry. They also work very well in the wet weather here. Very confident to drive. This is my second set and i will be getting a third They laat me approximately 2+ years. Very satisfied!

Vehicle: 2012 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Coupe
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: ORMOND BEACH, FL
Driving Style: Spirited

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October 20, 2023
4.1 out of 5 Star Rating
4.1 out of 5

...Having raced a GTI in SCCA Autocross back in the day, these tires have transformed my CX-3 AWD into a track monster, including in heavy rain!...

Been in snow in NW Washington State, as well as rain and dry. Also on a nearby roadcourse rain and Dry. Having raced a GTI in SCCA Autocross back in the day, these tires have transformed my CX-3 AWD into a track monster, including in heavy rain!
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Vehicle: 2016 Mazda CX-3 AWD Grand Touring
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: OLYMPIA, WA
Driving Style: Spirited

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318 reviews mention "Winter Traction"

  • 260 positive
  • 58 negative

Most customers rate winter traction highly, with many scoring 9s and 10s for confident snow and ice grip. While a few report lower scores in extreme conditions, the A/S 3+ delivers reliable all-season capability as intended.

March 26, 2023
(Verified Purchase)
4.5 out of 5 Star Rating
4.5 out of 5

I feel like these are 95% of the performance of the summer tire version but do better in cold weather with the occasional light snow...

I previously had a set of the Pilot sport A/S 3 tires on my 2009 Corolla S that I turbocharged and I was so impressed with them that I replaced them with the 3+ and they have not disappointed. I drive the mountain roads and canyons aggressively and I enjoy the experience. I feel like these are 95% of the performance of the summer tire version but do better in cold weather with the occasional light snow. I don't track my car as the summer version would be better but for the road I find this to be an excellent tire in every possible way.

Vehicle: 2009 Toyota Corolla S
Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: WASHOUGAL, WA
Driving Style: Spirited

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June 29, 2021
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4.9 out of 5 Star Rating
4.9 out of 5

Great tires for rain/snow and all around performance.

Great tires for rain/ SNOW and all around performance.

Vehicle: 2005 Volkswagen Touareg V6 Standard Model
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,500
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: INCLINE VILLAGE, NV
Driving Style: Spirited

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642 reviews mention "Dry Traction"

  • 630 positive
  • 12 negative

Customers rate the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ as excellent in dry traction, with most scoring 9s and 10s. High marks highlight responsive handling and confident grip, aligning perfectly with its Ultra High Performance All-Season design for precise dry-road performance.

July 05, 2022
(Verified Purchase)
4 out of 5 Star Rating
4 out of 5

...The good: The grip these tires produce is simply insane. I can't tell a difference whatsoever from Pilot Super Sports in dry traction. Steering response is pretty sharp albeit not quite as communicative as Pilot Super Sports...

I live in Tennessee which gets barely too cold for summer tires year round (they get hard and chunky) but still mild enough that summer tires are tempting. These Michelins focus a lot more on grip and feel than most all seasons so they fit the bill perfectly for my needs. Basically they are much closer to a summer tire, rather than splitting the difference down the middle.

The good: The grip these tires produce is simply insane. I can't tell a difference whatsoever from Pilot Super Sports in dry traction. They grip amazingly well in the wet too. Steering response is pretty sharp albeit not quite as communicative as Pilot Super Sports. The looks took a bit for me to get used to as the sipes are pretty aggressive but overall I think it's a good looking tire.

The bad: These tires are LOUD and quite harsh. They aren't as loud as, say, Federal 595 SS but they're very loud for a new tire, especially one of this price. My 6 year old Conti DWS's that were completely bald and had the cords poking out rode significantly better and were also much, much quieter.

Overall: I would recommend these as I've never seen this level of grip in an all season before and in terms of grip and feel, you really don't sacrifice much if anything over a summer tire. That being said, for my personal needs, I'd go Conti DWS06+ next time as I would take a bit less grip for a much quieter tire.

Vehicle: 2009 BMW 335i Sedan Sport Package
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,500
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: MC DONALD, TN
Driving Style: Spirited

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July 28, 2021
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4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

...Tires hook and handle well in the dry. They also work very well in the wet weather here...

Great all around tire. I daily drive my 660whp Shelby GT500 in Florida. Tires hook and handle well in the dry. They also work very well in the wet weather here. Very confident to drive. This is my second set and i will be getting a third They laat me approximately 2+ years. Very satisfied!

Vehicle: 2012 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Coupe
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: ORMOND BEACH, FL
Driving Style: Spirited

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639 reviews mention "Ride Quality"

  • 583 positive
  • 56 negative

Most customers rate comfort highly with scores of 9-10, praising smooth ride quality and low noise levels. While a few lower scores exist, the majority highlight excellent refinement for an ultra-high-performance all-season tire.

November 02, 2022
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4.3 out of 5 Star Rating
4.3 out of 5

...They have nice turn-in response and great cornering feel and traction for when I want to "fling" the car around, but are quiet and comfortable for daily driving/commuting.

This is my second set of these tires, I'm very happy with the performance, noise level, and tread life. They have nice turn-in response and great cornering feel and traction for when I want to "fling" the car around, but are quiet and comfortable for daily driving/commuting.

Vehicle: 2015 Volkswagen Golf GTI 4-Door Standard
Miles Driven on Tires: 11,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SAINT CHARLES, MO
Driving Style: Average

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June 12, 2022
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5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

A very good looking tire that handles well and is also comfortable.

A very good looking tire that handles well and is also comfortable.

Vehicle: 2018 Buick LaCrosse FWD
Miles Driven on Tires: 9,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: OAKLAND PARK, FL
Driving Style: Spirited

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452 reviews mention "Treadwear"

  • 365 positive
  • 87 negative

Most customers rate treadwear as excellent with scores of 9-10, highlighting durability. While a few report lower longevity, the majority praise its long-lasting performance in all-season conditions.

April 29, 2022
(Verified Purchase)
3.9 out of 5 Star Rating
3.9 out of 5

Blown away at how long these tires have lasted! Original tires failed at 40k, and these still have tread life on them - I'm only having to put on new tires due to two punctures that won't allow me to rotate the tires to the front...

Blown away at how long these tires have lasted! Original tires failed at 40k, and these still have tread life on them - I'm only having to put on new tires due to two punctures that won't allow me to rotate the tires to the front. These tires have been through it all - dry, rain, and snow and have performed well. Sure there was a little bit of road noise that wasn't expected when I went from the original tires to these, but you get used to it. Super responsive in corners, and even in puddling rain - seriously hydroplaned one time and the tires saved me from it becoming a bad day. I'd HIGHLY recommend buying these and would purchase them again if Tire Rack had them in my size.

Vehicle: 2014 Ford Mustang GT Coupe Standard Brakes
Miles Driven on Tires: 60,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: ALEXANDRIA, VA
Driving Style: Average

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March 24, 2023
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4.6 out of 5 Star Rating
4.6 out of 5

After owning 3 sets of Michelin pilot sport A/S 3 Plus on my bmw 535i sport, fronts wear to about 60,000 miles and rears go to 50,000 Miles. The fronts have more tread, maybe 1/8 inch when I replace all of them at a time...

After owning 3 sets of Michelin pilot sport A/S 3 Plus on my bmw 535i sport, fronts wear to about 60,000 miles and rears go to 50,000 Miles. The fronts have more tread, maybe 1/8 inch when I replace all of them at a time. I tend to wear them beyond recommended tread height. One time, I had a puncture on a rear and replaced only the rears, but then I drove the fronts to 64,553 miles and wore them to the belts on outer edge of tire. Great tire overall, going to change and try Continental DWS 06 Plus XL next, got a good price.

Vehicle: 2011 BMW 535i Sedan Sport Package Built Before 9/10
Miles Driven on Tires: 46,667
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SANTA CRUZ, CA
Driving Style: Average

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March 28, 2021
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5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...I live in California where it never rains so I bought these tires mostly for there tread wear rating. I needed a tire that satisfied both economy comfort and grip and these tires have seem to have all of those...

These tires are excellent tires from Michelin. They grip the road when at WOT much better than the tires I had before these, continental extreme contact DWS. They grip the road extremely well for an so called all season tire. I live in California where it never rains so I bought these tires mostly for there tread wear rating. I needed a tire that satisfied both economy comfort and grip and these tires have seem to have all of those. I ride around on coilover suspension and I demand a specific tire that has tread good wear rating and grip. They ride very quietly and are all that a regular person could ever need in a tire.

Vehicle: 2004 Dodge Neon SRT4
Miles Driven on Tires: 3,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SAN JOSE, CA
Driving Style: Spirited

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Testing Ultra High Performance All-Season Tires 2019: Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+(01:36)

If you drive a performance-focused or sporty car, you want tires to match its personality. If you drive it year-round and winter tires aren’t an option, then Ultra High Performance All-Season tires are a great choice.

The Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ has set the standard for dry performance in the Ultra High Performance All-Season category for several years. We tested it to see how it compares to the newest and best in the category.

Read the Full Test Report

A Closer Look: Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+(01:02)

Expect Michelin's highest level of all-season performance from the Pilot Sport A/S 3+, emphasizing dry road handling and wet road grip with balanced all-season traction in occasional light snow. We'll show you how it's done.

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