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  • Michelin Pilot Super Sport
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The Pilot Super Sport is Michelin's Max Performance Summer tire initially introduced as Original Equipment on several of the world's most sophisticated performance vehicles, including the exclusive, limited-edition Ferrari 599 GTO, Ferrari's fastest road car ever. Developed for drivers who care about how tire technology enhances their vehicle's performance and safety, Pilot Super Sport tires expand the Max Performance Summer tire performance envelope by delivering durability, handling and traction while increasing tread life.

Building on the development of racing tires designed to carry Prototype and GT class cars to endurance race victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, 12 Hours of Sebring and Road Atlanta's Petit Lemans, Pilot Super Sport tires are designed to deliver consistent performance and longevity by blending Max Performance driving characteristics with extended tread wear.

While the importance of tire treadwear in endurance racing may not be immediately apparent, Michelin tires set records during the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2010. One of the 2010 LMP Class leaders completed 46 consecutive laps on one set of tires with an average pace just 1% off of the pole position qualifying time. That's almost 400 racing miles on one set of tires at an average speed of 150 mph.

Additionally the overall winner used just 11 sets of tires to cover a record 3,362 miles, averaging nearly 140 mph and almost 300 racing miles per set of tires. That represented almost a 25% wear improvement compared to just one year earlier where the overall winner needed 14 sets of tires to cover 3,235 miles. By developing longer wearing racing tires without sacrificing performance, Michelin tires allowed the teams to run record race paces while converting some of the time previously spent changing tires in the pits into productive time covering more miles on the track.

While Pilot Super Sport tires are designed to allow sports cars, sporty coupes, performance sedans and supercars to achieve their full potential in dry and wet conditions, like all summer tires they are not intended to be driven in near-freezing temperatures, through snow or on ice.

The Pilot Super Sport features an asymmetric design molded of Michelin's Bi-Compound tread rubber featuring a Le Mans-inspired dry compound outboard side-by-side with their latest generation of wet compound inboard. The low-void outboard shoulder features a track-type compound to withstand the stresses of high performance cornering while the notched center ribs and inboard shoulder feature a compound designed for superior performance at very high speeds and in wet conditions.

The tire's internal structure features twin steel belts reinforced by spirally wound Twaron cord. Twaron is a polyamide cord that offers a lightweight, high-strength reinforcement above the steel belts to enhance high-speed handling, wear and durability. Michelin FAZ Technology (Filament At Zero degrees) winds the Twaron cord around the tire circumference much the same way fishing line is wound onto fishing reels to allow Michelin engineers to tune tension and strength. The Pilot Super Sport features a polyester casing to promote a comfortable ride and responsive handling.

Pilot Super Sport tires are comparatively light, with weight savings of up to 10% compared to other tires of similar dimensions. This reduces unsprung weight to improve handling.

Limited sizes of the Michelin Pilot Super Sport are available with Michelin Acoustic Technology, which involves the manufacturer adhering a layer of sound-absorbing foam to the inner liner of the tire to reduce cabin noise in the vehicle. These sizes are identified on the Specs page and in the search results

Related Information: Noise Reducing Tire Technology

Tire Rack Test Results Michelin Pilot Super Sport

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 Michelin Pilot Super Sport

Tire Category: Max Performance Summer

Consumer Surveys

 
Best in Category
Miles Reported
Recommended
Treadwear
Michelin Pilot Super Sport
Excellent
99%
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

Customers Say

Ratings highlight excellence in dry and wet traction, with scores consistently in the 9-10 range, reflecting sharp handling and confident grip in both conditions. Comfort and noise levels earn strong praise, described as smooth and quiet for a max-performance summer tire. Treadwear receives mostly positive feedback (7-10), though some note rapid wear under aggressive driving. A few outliers report lower tread life (scores 0-6), suggesting variability depending on usage patterns. Overall, the tire delivers standout performance in its intended summer-focused categories, with high satisfaction among drivers prioritizing responsiveness and all-around dynamic capability.

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841 customers mention "Wet Traction"

  • 803 positive
  • 38 negative

Most customers rate wet traction 9-10, highlighting excellent grip and hydroplaning resistance. High scores reflect strong wet performance expected from Max Performance Summer tires.

November 28, 2017 (Verified Purchase)

4.4 out of 5 Star Rating
4.4 out of 5

...Smooth ride good in wet weather... Response is great for wet and dry...

Great tire so far. Smooth ride good in wet weather. Hasn't snowed yet so can't comment on that. Response is great for wet and dry. It seems to be a great all season tire. Would purchase again.

Vehicle: 2012 Honda Civic Coupe DX
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,100
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: CRAB ORCHARD, KY
Driving Style: Average
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January 13, 2015

3.6 out of 5 Star Rating
3.6 out of 5

...Wet weather performance is amazing with these tires. Handling and corning abilities seem to improve in wet weather believe it or not and I no longer need traction control in puddles vs my Tigerpaws. In fact Hydroplanning resistance is top notch with these puppies!...

I have always heard Michelin tires are the best and these new Premier tires seem promising nonetheless. I came off of a Uniroyal Tigerpaw which was a decent tire for its price but lacked wet weather gut, especially hydroplaning resistance (Poor) and dry handling was average. I went to these Primier's and my first impression..... boy it feels like I am gliding across the road. I had to adapt a lot to this new feel of this tire. Once you get use to the new feel dry traction is fair, better than my Tigerpaws but just barely, and they do seem to track a straight line better down the highway vs Tigerpaws. Long sweeping turning will require a few corrections as these tires do not like these turns. Steering response is sharp however responding to my every command with precision! A nice treat!
Wet weather performance is amazing with these tires. Handling and corning abilities seem to improve in wet weather believe it or not and I no longer need traction control in puddles vs my Tigerpaws. In fact Hydroplanning resistance is top notch with these puppies!
Snow performace is..... well.... disappointing. The Primer's like to spin a lot vs my Tigerpaws and I can not crank the speed to 30mph in the city (35mph limit) without feeling my backend slipping and sliding in 45degree turns. 90 degree turns I really need to pull the car back otherwise I slide too much as well. Being stopped on a hill in 2 inches of snow and try then trying to climb it was embarrassing to say the least. The only good snow related is braking is decent in the snow. So far only needed anti-lock once and that was going down a hill.
Ride/Comfort seems a bit harsh. I feel and hear every imperfection in the road which can be annoying, however tread noise is limited and quiet mostly.
I am no bad driver either as my friends are always complimenting me on my driving abilities but these tires just do not cut it.
Maybe it is cuz my tires are still green and shiny but at 6K now I would start to expect more.

Vehicle: 2006 Buick Lucerne CXL V6
Miles Driven on Tires: 6,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: WATERTOWN, WI
Driving Style: Spirited
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February 14, 2019 (Verified Purchase)

3.9 out of 5 Star Rating
3.9 out of 5

...On wet road these tires preform wonderfully and I feel planted to the road...

I just recently got these tires and thank ---. Here in Seattle we just got huge amount of snow. For being All-Season tires they preformed wonderfully on light snow and in the wet. We I encounter deep snow I did get stuck a couple of time but that is do to my vehicle being FWD. Once the snow passed it has been raining and combined with the melting snow the road are quite wet. On wet road these tires preform wonderfully and I feel planted to the road. Time will tell how these tires hold up and preform on dry pavement.

Vehicle: 2015 Ford Focus Sedan S
Miles Driven on Tires: 100
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SEATTLE, WA
Driving Style: Average
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987 customers 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.

April 11, 2018

4.2 out of 5 Star Rating
4.2 out of 5

...A lot of grip for the category. I like the dry traction.

I got those tire as a replacement for the OEM set.
Those tire realy gave me the impression that I had a better car overall.
A lot of grip for the category. I like the dry traction.
They wear faster than the OEM.

Vehicle: 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt Sedan with 4 Lug Wheels Base
Miles Driven on Tires: 20,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: LAVAL, QC
Driving Style: Spirited
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August 31, 2014

4.1 out of 5 Star Rating
4.1 out of 5

...The upgrade in ride, including handling, noise and comfort is amazing...

This is the best tire I have ever owned. The upgrade in ride, including handling, noise and comfort is amazing. It's probably the best upgrade I have made to the car, ever.

Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Passat GLS
Miles Driven on Tires: 4,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: MAPLEWOOD, NJ
Driving Style: Average
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April 24, 2014 (Tire Rack Team Member)

4.3 out of 5 Star Rating
4.3 out of 5

...They have been very smooth and the steering response is excellent.

Had these tires about 4 weeks now and they have been fantastic. They are a big improvement over the OEM Continental Pro Contact tires. They are much quieter and the wet traction is also a big improvement. They have been very smooth and the steering response is excellent.

Vehicle: 2014 Volkswagen Jetta S
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,100
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: MISHAWAKA, IN
Driving Style: Spirited
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977 customers mention "Ride Quality"

  • 926 positive
  • 51 negative

Most customers rate comfort as excellent, with scores of 9s and 10s for ride quality and noise levels, highlighting smooth, refined performance in summer conditions.

October 04, 2014 (Verified Purchase)

4.7 out of 5 Star Rating
4.7 out of 5

...These tires are smooth, quiet, and absorb bumps well... Very comfortable tires.

I purchased theses tires due to the fact that I couldn't stand the hard, noisy, off brand tires that were on my car when I purchased it over a year ago. I have a set of Michelin X-ice Xi3 winter tires and was highly impressed with them so I just had to come back to Michelin for my all-season tires. I am glad I did. It was a night and day difference compared to the crappy all seasons I took off. They are more expensive, but I am picky about my tires and am a firm believer in "you get what you pay for." These tires are smooth, quiet, and absorb bumps well. I have only driven them in moderate rain showers so I cannot comment yet on how they are in downpours, but I'm sure they will due excellent. I am hoping to get long life out of them and am interested to test Michelin's theory behind these tires in the wet as they are worn down. Not too worried about them in the snow as much since I have a set of winter tires. Very comfortable tires.

Vehicle: 2007 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,600
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: CARNEGIE, PA
Driving Style: Average
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August 30, 2015 (Verified Purchase)

5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

Very smooth and quiet ride, excellent traction and cornering...

Very smooth and quiet ride, excellent traction and cornering. These are a great value and keep up the Michelin quality that I 've have always experienced .

Vehicle: 2002 Mercedes-Benz E430 4-Matic Sedan
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: MURFREESBORO, TN
Driving Style: Average
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December 09, 2020 (Verified Purchase)

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...Overall comfort is excellent...

I purchased a set of these tires to replace my previous set of Doral SDL Sport 205/55r16 tires which came with my 2015 Nissan Sentra SV. I purchased the vehicle in 2017 with 21,000 mi on the odometer. These Michelins perform superbly. Dry traction is good and especially wet traction and hydroplaning resistance are excellent! Like many others have said, I expect the wet traction to hold up even when the tires are down to 6/32. Noise has never been a problem with these. Overall comfort is excellent. All things considered, I trust these tires.

Vehicle: 2015 Nissan Sentra SV w/Push Button Ignition
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,500
Driving Conditions: All Highway
Location: MIDDLETOWN, CT
Driving Style: Spirited
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796 customers mention "Treadwear"

  • 632 positive
  • 164 negative

Most customers rate treadwear highly with scores of 9s and 10s, praising excellent longevity for summer performance. While a few note quicker wear, this aligns with expectations for aggressive driving, maintaining strong satisfaction.

July 11, 2019

4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

...Over 41,000 miles from temps ranging from -20 to 103F!...

Fantastic tires! No problems! Great tread life! Wonderful ride quality! Over 41,000 miles from temps ranging from -20 to 103F! Michelin #1!

Vehicle: 2012 Subaru Impreza 2.0i 4-Door Standard Model
Miles Driven on Tires: 41,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: LONGMONT, CO
Driving Style: Average
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October 03, 2017

5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...60,000 miles and still rides quite and smooth. Would likely pass inspection, but will be getting new set before winter.

This has been the best set of tires that I've owned. 60,000 miles and still rides quite and smooth. Would likely pass inspection, but will be getting new set before winter.

Vehicle: 2013 Honda Accord Sedan EX-L V6
Miles Driven on Tires: 60,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: WASHINGTON, PA
Driving Style: Average
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Consumer Reviews

Media Gallery

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.

#FirstCarMoments (01:00)

You made them happy. Now keep them safe. Michelin tires. A better way forward. Share your #FirstCarMoment with us!

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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