Michelin Pilot Super Sport Max Performance Summer Tire with Good Wet Grip for Sportscars in 285/35ZR18

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Three Against One in Max Performance Summer(05:50)

Michelin's Pilot Super Sport has been at the top of the Max Performance Summer category since its debut in 2011. It's the benchmark by which all other tires in the category are judged.

Enter new contenders from Goodyear, Kumho and Pirelli. Is one from this trio primed to ascend to the top and end Michelin's reign on the throne? Our Real World Road Ride and Performance Track Drive will tell the story.

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Ratings Charts & Reviews MichelinPilot Super Sport

Tire Category: Max Performance Summer

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Michelin Pilot Super Sport
Excellent
99%
$356
12M
8.8 - Excellent
8.9 - Excellent
8.9 Hydroplaning Resistance
8.9 Wet Traction
9.5 - Excellent
9.5 Corner Stability
9.6 Dry Traction
9.4 Steering Response
N/A
N/A Light Snow Traction
N/A Deep Snow Traction
N/A Ice Traction
8.7 - Excellent
8.8 Ride Quality
8.6 Noise
8.0 - Good

Michelin Reviews

Ratings highlight excellence in dry traction (9-10) and wet traction (8-10), with customers praising exceptional grip, cornering stability, and responsive steering. Wet performance earns consistent praise for hydroplaning resistance, aligning with summer tire priorities. Comfort scores (7-10) reflect a premium feel and quiet ride, though a few note minor road noise. Treadwear ratings vary more widely (0-10), with many reporting strong durability but some expressing concerns over faster wear in aggressive driving. Overall, the tire delivers outstanding dry/wet performance and refinement for its Max Performance Summer category, with treadlife satisfaction depending on usage intensity.

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839 reviews mention "Wet Traction"

  • 801 positive
  • 38 negative

Customers consistently rate wet traction highly, with most scores 9-10. Excellent wet grip and hydroplaning resistance make it a top choice for summer driving in rainy conditions.

June 19, 2014
4.7 out of 5 Star Rating
4.7 out of 5

...In in the wet the Michelin PSS is also passing my tests with flying colors...

Michelin Pilot Super Sports on a Audi A3. Just a really brilliant tire. Very impressed with stability, steering input response and overall dry traction. In the wet the Michelin PSS is also passing my tests with flying colors. These tires replaced a set of all season Falken's. While the Ziex 912's are no slouch, they are easily outperformed by the PSS. It is no contest. If you want a summer tire for maximum performance, look no further than the Michelin Pilot Super Sports. You will not be disappointed.

Vehicle: 2008 Audi A3 2.0T Base Model
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: PITTSBURGH, PA
Driving Style: Spirited

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May 25, 2014
(Verified Purchase)
4.7 out of 5 Star Rating
4.7 out of 5

...Then I took them to the autocross in the rain, and MY GOODNESS are they grippy - granted it was soaking wet - but that's what impressed me even more!...

I just got these tires about a week ago and the first time I drove my car with these tires, I immediately noticed how quiet and comfy they are (compared to the General Exclaim UHPs I had) I can actually hear wind noise now haha!

Then I took them to the autocross in the rain, and MY GOODNESS are they grippy - granted it was soaking wet - but that's what impressed me even more! I am yet to use them in a dry autocross event, but so far, it's looking promising.

I really can't comment too much on dry grip just yet but I've done some spirited driving on a mountain road, and I immediately felt a superb amount of stability and it definitely feels like i could push the car much much more.

Two thumbs up Michelin, I am thoroughly impressed. Please keep up the good work!

Vehicle: 2008 Volkswagen GTI 2-Door
Miles Driven on Tires: 500
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: SURREY, BC
Driving Style: Spirited

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March 16, 2014
4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

...These tires have excellent dry and wet traction and the cornering stability is like no other tire I have every used.

Have had these tires for just over 2 years and am retiring them at around 70,000km. I absolutely loved them. Excellent dry and wet traction and the cornering stability is like no other tire I have every used. Have had my car at 200 kph (124 mph) and the tires felt like I was going 100 kph (60 mph) it was so smooth. Going to replace these with the new Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 as they are a very similar tire.

Vehicle: 2008 Acura TL Type-S
Miles Driven on Tires: 44,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: SCHOMBERG, ON
Driving Style: Spirited

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987 reviews mention "Dry Traction"

  • 977 positive
  • 10 negative

Customers overwhelmingly rate dry traction as excellent, with most scoring 9s and 10s. High marks highlight responsive handling and reliable grip, making it a top choice for summer performance driving.

September 10, 2013
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...They provide excellent traction in wet and dry...

These are the best tires I've ever purchased. They provide excellent traction in wet and dry. They're quiet, which is very important to me as drive on the highway a lot. At about 5k miles, they are showing very little wear. They even look good on the car. Highly recommend this tire!

Vehicle: 2013 BMW 135i Coupe M Sport Package
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: null, null
Driving Style: Spirited

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December 21, 2013
4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

...Crisp cornering, braking... Same ramp, 62 degrees,,, all bite.

These tires as "as advertised". Kind of unbelievable they are not asking for more money. Crisp cornering, braking. I was driving a ramp rather spirited with my previous perellis(temp was about 65degrees) and I suddenly and unexpectedly slid, and corrected in time. Goodbye Pirelli's(that need warm up, and warm temps) hells SS. Same ramp, 62 degrees,,, all bite.

Vehicle: 2006 Ferrari F430 Spider
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: HINSDALE, IL
Driving Style: Spirited

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March 21, 2015
4.5 out of 5 Star Rating
4.5 out of 5

...Dry handling is phenomenal...

I've had several sets of different tires on the rear of my Corvettes. These Michelins are by far the best (also, the most expensive) tire. Dry handling is phenomenal. I did not rate wet traction as I avoid driving my 02 Corvette in the rain (I have four vehicles).

Vehicle: 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
Miles Driven on Tires: 3,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: null, null
Driving Style: Spirited

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978 reviews mention "Ride Quality"

  • 928 positive
  • 50 negative

Most customers rate the Michelin Pilot Super Sport's comfort as excellent, with ride quality and noise levels scoring predominantly 9s and 10s. High marks highlight a smooth, refined driving experience, aligning with its Max Performance Summer focus on balanced dry and wet traction. A few scores in the 7-8 range still reflect strong overall satisfaction.

May 16, 2016
(Verified Purchase)
4.6 out of 5 Star Rating
4.6 out of 5

...The ride Comfort definitely improved, as well as handling and steering response...

I finally purchased the Michelin pilot super sport for my 06 Volvo S60R and what a difference these tires made. The ride Comfort definitely improved, as well as handling and steering response. Not to mention they're not even broken in yet. Outstanding tires, I definitely recommend them and worth every penny.

Vehicle: 2006 Volvo S60 R
Miles Driven on Tires: 200
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: MIDDLE VILLAGE, NY
Driving Style: Average

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August 06, 2016
(Verified Purchase)
4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

...They started off nearly silent on the way down. After 3k they're not as quiet, but still acceptable. They ride as comfortable as you can expect a lo profile tire to ride...

Just completed a 3,000 mile round trip journey to the tail of the dragon with these tires. This is the 4th set I've had on the car, and these are the best I've had on this car by far. Went on a rain run with 2 other guys. While they said they had some hairy moments, these tires inspired nothing but confidence. Grip for days on dry roads. They started off nearly silent on the way down. After 3k they're not as quiet, but still acceptable. They ride as comfortable as you can expect a lo profile tire to ride. Tread wear seems reasonable so far. Will definitely be buying another set of these in the future.

Vehicle: 2011 Honda CR-Z EX
Miles Driven on Tires: 3,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: FRANKLIN, MA
Driving Style: Spirited

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July 22, 2016
(Verified Purchase)
4.1 out of 5 Star Rating
4.1 out of 5

...Still love the car and tires, just don't recommend regular use in the rain.

These came on the ATS-V I ordered through the dealer this year. I raced the same model car down on Sonoma (CA) raceway last year and loved it. The tires are great in dry weather and do all I want. I'm writing this review because I saw comment that the tires don't hydroplane - I disagree. Yes, I live in WA state and we get rain regularly but today was a normal rain just at the edge of switching my wipers from intermittent to continual slow speed. Going the twenty miles from Burien to Federal Way I found the front end easily influenced by any standing water on the roadway. Still love the car and tires, just don't recommend regular use in the rain.

Vehicle: 2016 Cadillac ATS-V Sedan
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,350
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: BURIEN, WA
Driving Style: Spirited

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798 reviews mention "Treadwear"

  • 631 positive
  • 167 negative

Most customers rate treadwear as excellent with scores of 9-10, highlighting long-lasting performance. Some lower scores indicate varied experiences, but overall satisfaction remains high in intended summer use.

May 04, 2015
4.7 out of 5 Star Rating
4.7 out of 5

...For the much better price and 50% longer treadwear rating, these seem to be an excellent replacement option...

Just drove with these new tires that replaced my OEM Pilot Sport PS2s. I have to say that so far I actually am liking these more than the OEMs. They seem like a softer ride and quieter and drive more straight. The PS2s seemed to always want to grab an edge on the roadway and go with it. I was a little worried that the 103XL rating on the tires might make for a harsher ride on this luxury/sports car but if it did, I haven't noticed it at all. For the much better price and 50% longer treadwear rating, these seem to be an excellent replacement option. Will try to update once I've driven them for six months or so.

Vehicle: 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
Miles Driven on Tires: 30
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: PARKLAND, FL
Driving Style: Average

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December 20, 2013
(Verified Purchase)
4.3 out of 5 Star Rating
4.3 out of 5

...The wear has been excellent as well. At about 7500 miles it appears the tread on the rears is maybe 50% or a little more, so with one or two track days if the rears last 20k miles I am way beyond happy. This is much more than any other max performance tires I have tried...

These replaced Pilot Sports (not even PS2) and they are absolutely a world apart. These tires clearly match the car's capabilities. In all ways they are better than the previous Pilot Sports: traction (unreal), responsiveness, straight line (very little tramlining), feedback, traction (worth mentioning twice). They are a little quieter and softer feeling than the PSs but with these kinds of tires that's a relative comparison. Over the last few thousand miles they have gotten a little bit louder than initially, but still not at all objectionable if you are used to this kind of car.

They've had one good track day on them as well and behaved beautifully although it was my first track day in over 5 years so I was not pushing beyond maybe 8/10s.

The wear has been excellent as well. At about 7500 miles it appears the tread on the rears is maybe 50% or a little more, so with one or two track days if the rears last 20k miles I am way beyond happy. This is much more than any other max performance tires I have tried.

Among the PS, PS2, various S02s, RE11 on 911s that I have tried, these tires are unquestionably, hands down the best. And they're one of the less expensive of those, maybe even *the* least expensive.

Total winning combination. No question it will be Super Sports for me from here on.

BTW my rear size is 285/30-18 which is not available. Instead, I went up 5 in aspect ratio to 285/35-18 and bumped the fronts up 10mm in width to partially compensate for the diameter difference. This works perfectly, and my suspension is lowered (OEM X74).

Vehicle: 2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe
Miles Driven on Tires: 7,500
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: null, null
Driving Style: Spirited

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July 01, 2017
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...Hands down these have been the best performing tires I've owned, and, they've lasted 25,000 miles of near perfect performance. They're finally getting feathered and a bit loud - with another 5-10,000 miles of tread left...

I've been driving Audi's and BMW's for 20 years, with high performance tires - spirited technical driving. Hands down these have been the best performing tires I've owned, and, they've lasted 25,000 miles of near perfect performance. They're finally getting feathered and a bit loud - with another 5-10,000 miles of tread left. I'm torn - buy another of the PSS, or move to the PSS4. Amazing tires that leave me very impressed with the Michellin engineers.

Vehicle: 2010 Audi S5 Coupe
Miles Driven on Tires: 25,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: fairfield, ct
Driving Style: Spirited

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Head2Head Cadillac CTS-V Hot Lap(04:43)

With a new chassis and engine, the 2016 Cadillac CTS-V is a supercharged Black Beauty. Motor Trend Head2Head's Randy Pobst gets to know this car and its big Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires on the Big Willow track at Willow Springs International Raceway.

Head2Head BMW M2 Hot Lap(04:45)

Tire Rack's Matt Edmonds went to Willow Springs International Raceway for a Hot Lap with Motor Trend Head2Head's Randy Pobst in the BMW M2. Pobst described the M2 as his favorite BMW right now, like "a German muscle car." And its Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires don't disappoint on the track.

Three Against One in Max Performance Summer(05:50)

Michelin's Pilot Super Sport has been at the top of the Max Performance Summer category since its debut in 2011. It's the benchmark by which all other tires in the category are judged.

Enter new contenders from Goodyear, Kumho and Pirelli. Is one from this trio primed to ascend to the top and end Michelin's reign on the throne? Our Real World Road Ride and Performance Track Drive will tell the story.

Read the Full Test Report

Head2Head BMW X6 M Hot Lap(04:13)

The "fastest road in the West" is where we'll test the 2016 BMW X6 M with Motor Trend Head 2 Head's Randy Pobst. It's big. And it's ready with its M performance and Michelin Super Sport tires. Will this combo be the hot ticket on this 90-degree day at Willow Springs?

Ignition Cadillac CTS-V Hot Lap(03:46)

Cadillac's 3rd generation CTS-V with staggered Michelin Pilot Super Sports- most often used on performance vehicles- is put to the test at Big Willow.

It's powerful and a thrill down the straightaways. And the CTS-V design complements the handling and grip that these tires provide. Just maybe the Super Sports are at their best on this "monster" of a Cadillac.

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Head 2 Head 2015 BMW M4 Hot Laps(02:35)

On the Streets of Willow, the brand new BMW M4 and a set of Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires took on the racetrack's tight, winding turns (in the hot sun). Motor Trend Head 2 Head's Randy Pobst knew it would be a big job with a car that fast and with that kind of torque/horsepower. Were the Michelins up to the job?

Head 2 Head 2015 Lexus RC F Hot Laps(02:55)

Motor Trend Head 2 Head's Randy Pobst and Tire Rack's Matt Edmonds were at the Streets of Willow with the brand new Lexus RC F. Randy knows how to get the most out of a vehicle on this racetrack and will push the RC F to use everything the Michelin Pilot Super Sport has to offer. Watch this Hot Lap video to see how it went.

The Downshift Episode 65: The One About Tires(14:11)

Motor Trend's The Downshift, a team from Tire Rack, and a team from Motor Trend headed out to Willow Springs for some tire testing. Are performance tires better than factory tires? How much can they really make a difference? These questions and more are answered when Randy Pobst hits the track in a BMW 328i, Mustang V-6, and Subaru BRZ.

HOT ROD Unlimited Tests 200-Treadwear Tires on a 1970 Plymouth(10:39)

HOT ROD Magazine visited our test track to find out which 200-treadwear tire will give you the best performance on an autocross-prepped muscle car. They tested six handling-oriented, street-legal performance tires on a ridiculous four-door, big-block powered 1970 Plymouth Satellite that outran a BMW on our test track! They also name a winner in the tire test, which included the BFGoodrich G-Force Rival, Dunlop Direzza ZII, Hankook Ventus R-S3 z222, Michelin Pilot Super Sport, Falken Azenis RK615k and Nitto NT05. Watch the video above, and for even more tire tech, look for an upcoming article in HOT ROD Magazine.

Latest vs. Greatest Max Performance Summer Tires(04:59)

Max Performance tires deliver an unsurpassed blend of dry/wet traction and handling for the street via high-tech materials and advanced manufacturing. They aren't hampered by the inherent compromises of an all-season tire. And unlike Extreme Performance tires, they have good road manners.

How do the newest compare to the top tires in the category?

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Testing Max Performance Summer Tires(03:42)

We always look forward to testing Max Performance Summer tires - the proverbial running shoes for cars. They're the pinnacle in tire technology, blending the latest in tread compounds and internal components with highly engineered designs.

To find out how they drive, we selected several of the best and two of the newest to compare.

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Clash of the Titans: Testing Two New Max Performance Summer Heavy Hitters(03:38)

Recently, two titans in the tire world launched new Max Performance Summer tires: Bridgestone and their Potenza S-04 Pole Position and Michelin with the Pilot Super Sport. Both are long-awaited replacements for very capable and popular products from each brand.

How do they compare to the other heavy hitters in the category?

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Michelin Pilot Super Sport Introductory Track Drive(03:01)

Michelin gave us the opportunity to preview the long-awaited successor to its benchmark Pilot Sport PS2 - the Pilot Super Sport - and experience its dry and wet performance at the Dubai Autodrome in the United Arab Emirates. Built to FIA standards, this track would prove to be a great location for the Pilot Super Sport to stretch its legs.

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