Michelin Pilot Sport 4 225/55R19
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 225/55R19 XL 103Y Max Performance Summer Tire 19105
π‘ Is the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 225/55R19 a Good Tire?
The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 225/55R19 is a summer max performance tire designed for performance SUVs and crossovers. It delivers strong dry grip and precise wet handling thanks to its Dynamic Response Technology and dual-compound construction. Ride comfort is firm but controlled, prioritizing handling feedback over luxury smoothness, with moderate road noise at highway speeds. Tread life is adequate for its high-performance category but falls below touring tire expectations. Rated Good by TireRack based on 91 consumer surveys, it excels in warm weather driving but is not winter-rated for cold conditions. Currently priced from $309.99, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 225/55R19 is a max performance summer tire, designed for sports car and high-performance sedan drivers who prioritize exceptional handling and superior traction in warm weather driving. Its advanced tread compound and asymmetric design focus on delivering maximum grip in both wet and dry conditions while maintaining Z-speed rated durability for serious driving enthusiasts.
The tire features Michelin's Dynamic Response Technology with a hybrid belt of aramid and nylon for precise steering response, along with functional grooving that enhances wet weather performance. The silica-enhanced tread compound is specifically formulated for summer temperatures and provides the sticky grip needed for spirited driving. Driver feedback points to outstanding dry performance and excellent wet traction, with good comfort levels and solid treadwear for a performance-focused tire.
Compared to all-season tires, it prioritizes maximum warm-weather grip and handling precision over year-round versatility. Overall, it's a solid choice for performance vehicles used primarily for enthusiastic driving in dry and wet conditions when temperatures stay above freezing.
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| Tire | Price | Rating | Best For | Season |
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Michelin Pilot Sport 4 225/55R19 π Max performance summer | $309.99 | β Good (91 reviews) | Sports car and performance coupe owners | βοΈ Summer |
π Ultra high performance | $136.2 | β Good (182 reviews) | Daily commuting in sporty sedans and coupes | βοΈ Summer |
π£οΈ Touring all-season | $139.26 | β Good (62 reviews) | Daily commuting in family sedans and crossovers | π€οΈ All Season |
π£οΈ Touring all-season | $194.32 | β Fair (97 reviews) | Daily commuting in crossovers and SUVs | π€οΈ All Season |
βοΈ Dedicated winter tire | $197.08 | β N/A | Winter driving in snow-prone regions | βοΈ Winter |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"Ideal for performance enthusiasts who want excellent grip and handling precision on dry and wet roads. Winter traction is non-existent as a summer-only tire."




