Michelin Pilot Sport 3 Max Performance Summer Tires in 255/40ZR19

I have a Focus ST with a full stage 3 engine package, suspension package and upgraded brakes. I belong to the local ST club and we do spirited mountain runs, track days and autocross. Since this car is also my DD I was going to go with the F1's but due to a mistake by my local tire store I ended up with these (long story). I have to say that these tires are amazing! I hold a competition license and race a vintage car and at Road Atlanta, a very high speed and technical race track the tires are nothing short of amazing. Very communicative at the limit and amazing grip. Did one track day in the wet and was amazed at the amount of grip! The ride on the road is smoother than the F1's and after all the track time, a autocross and two mountain runs, they hardly show any wear. Beware that these tires need about 500 miles of break-in! I thought here was something wrong but after a few heat cycles, they heat up quick and stick like glue. They are costly but I will definitely replace these with a new set.

Love this tire. I have about 3,000 miles on my car and they are fantastic. Sharp handling, decent ride and good wet traction. They're noisy, however. Not surprising since they are very low profile, as well as wide and sticky. I'm glad that Ford offers summer tires as an option on the Focus, I always buy a set of winter tires for my small cars anyway, so I'm glad I can enjoy summer tires with superior handling in the summer. I won't expect anything more than 20,000 miles out of them which is OK. Will definitely buy them again, this is the first time in awhile that Ford has offered an OEM tire that I actually liked!

I'm 4000 miles past what I was told I would get and I still have 2000 miles before I should really consider replacing. I like this tire even if I don't drive the way the tire / car was designed to drive. The tires seems pretty quiet on the highway. I have zero complaint on how it handles in wet / dry conditions. If I had anything to say, it would be as the tires get worn, I find they are a bit harder to control when you drive is a road with some rutting. The car likes to track in the ruts so you have to fight it sometimes. I keep the tires at proper inflation all the time and rotate at every oil change (about 5000 miles). I will be buying the same tire again as I have no need for an all season tire living in central Florida.

Replaced lethargic Continental run-flat tires on my S-550 after only 15,000 miles. All four Conti's began losing air when I parked the car, even though plenty of tread remained. No idea what was going on, but had to get some new tires.

The Michelins are far more responsive, have better traction, and give a sure-footed feeling. Traction is great in both wet and dry conditions (we live in the south, so no snow), and they seem to be wearing very well after 8000+ miles. No complaints in that department.

They are noisy though. A mild 'roar' is apparent at all speeds, which was never the case with the Contis. It is an annoying issue in an S-Class, but not much to be done about that now. Hopefully future versions will address the noise issues.

These Michelin'Pilot Sport 3 are a perfect match for the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X. I write this because the Lancer Evolution X has during it's 4 generations, gained a reputation for it's ability to (almost!) defy the laws of physics.

The same can be said for the New Michelin'Pilot Sport 3!

"Unbelievable" is the best way to describe these summer performance tires!

Here in Queensland Australia, we are in the middle of our worst wet season in recorded history with most of the state flooded. As a result I have had time to assess the wet weather capability of my "Evo X" on these PS3s.

Wet braking, handling, and steering are hugely improved over both the Dunlop'SP Sport 600 and the Toyo Proxes'R1R I previously used on my car for both normal roadduties and spirited fast road driving.

The difference in NVH with these 97Y rated tires are noticeably improved over ANY other tire I have driven on in the past 20 years. They are not completely "silent", but one would be hard pressed to find another Max Performance tire with the same sound suppression quality, and therefore energy efficency offered by the Michelin'Pilot Sport 3.

I am yet to push these fantastic tires to their limit in the dry, but initial impressions so far are looking very promising as they are (in part) the successor to the venerable Michelin'Pilot Sport 2.

In conclusion I can honestly say that these tires transformed the handling, braking, and awesome steering response of my Lancer Evo X MR. That's a statement in itself!

They are well worth the asking price, as they have a 320 treadwear rating and should last longer than any current competitors, and in theory save on fuel costs.

Finally, I donot have any affiliation whatsoever with Michelin...

I bought a 2014 Focus with a wheel/suspension package with this tire. I feel it offers good comfort as it isn't loud or overly firm. It also has helped to maintain the Focus's fuel mileage. I still manage better than 38mpg on the highway with this sized tire. Good job Michelin!

Bought this tire when it was first launched, as I wanted to compare it to the GoodYear F1 GSD3 that was currently on the car. This will be based on a comparison with GSD3.



First impression was that the side walls was softer. The tire grip was still there, but give me the lack of confidence as there will be a bit of under steer.



Comfort wise, it is better. Going over bumps is smoother and quieter. I guess michelin does this best.



In really wet conditions, it will still aquaplane more. The difference is definitely noticeable, but will still feel in control. Wet braking is good.



Overall, this tire sacrifices a bit of performance for comfort. But no doubt, this is one of the best tires in this price range!

The ride is really comfortable, road noise hardly any, great gas mileage average 38.5 mpg, great sporty look, handles bumps well. I will have my 5000 mile service and my tires still are in great shape, the Michelin Tires have been awesome so far. I would recommend the tires as a great buy and performance for highway and town driving. Go Ford for selecting the Michelin Summer tire package as a option for the 2014 Ford Focus Titanium.

These Pilot Sport AS 3+ tires have been fantastic. Their responsiveness and traction are exemplary! The tread wear has been exceptional given the nature of the beast. I will definitely put on a new set of them when it is time to do so.

Wow! What an improvement over OEM Continental SportContact2's! Amazng road handling even on wet and slippery roads! I will choose them again but not anytime soon ;-) (Great threadwear)