MICHELIN Pilot Sport A/S 3
Michelin’s ultimate Ultra-High Performance All-Season tire with the highest level of performance and grip in all driving conditions.(1)
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Key benefits for Pilot Sport A/S 3 tire
More dry grip than competitor's summer ultra-high performance tires.(2)
Variable Contact Patch 2.0 combined with an aggressive asymmetric tread pattern inspired by the MICHELIN® Pilot® Super Sport.
MICHELIN Pilot Sport A/S 3 Warranties
Standard Limited Warranty
All Michelin tires have a Standard Manufacturer's Limited Warranty, which covers defects in workmanship and materials for the life of the original usable tread, or for 6 years from date of purchase, whichever occurs first.
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Pilot Sport A/S 3 TIRE REVIEW
There are 440 reviews for the Pilot Sport A/S 3
Rating Snapshot
When asked, 78% of reviewers recommend this tire
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Review Summary
The tires offer excellent performance, handling, and comfort, with great traction, minimal road noise, and a smooth driving experience, especially on twisty roads and high-performance vehicles. They are described as "sticky" and "responsive", providing a high level of confidence and control even at high speeds. However, some users experienced premature wear, tread separation, and noisy rides, particularly on less powerful vehicles. The tires may not be suitable for all drivers and vehicles, and customers should carefully consider their needs before purchasing.
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1-5 on 440 reviews
Posted On August 25, 2026 by Jayweb
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High performance
Love these tires on my Integra type S. They ride really smooth, extra grip on cornering and breaking. Everything you would want in a high performance tire. I blow through them in less than 20k miles but that’s a ME problem….
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Posted On August 25, 2026 by James
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Check the DOT age of your Tires
Check the manufacturer date of the tires! I put low mileage (4000) on this car with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S on this garaged car. The tires are almost 5 yrs on car with approx 24000 miles and the tires are showing aging problems. The outer edges of the tires are splitting. The alignment was done about 1.5 years ago. So I checked the DOT age of the tire and realize that the tires were 3 years old when they were sold and installed on the car. Who sells 3 yr old tires. Tire Rack tells you when they sell you old tires and marks them down. That is a reputable company. But not where I bought these tires.
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We're sorry to hear about the condition of your Pilot Sport 4 S tires and understand your concerns regarding the DOT manufacturing date. Tires can be sold and installed after being manufactured, provided they have been properly stored, but we understand your concern about the age of the tires at the time of purchase. To better understand the cracking and splitting you've described, we recommend having the tires inspected by an authorized tire dealer. Please contact our Consumer Care team at 866-866-6605 (Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM–1 PM EST), and provide the inspection results. We'd be happy to assist.
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August 31, 2026
Posted On August 19, 2026 by Highly favored
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The best tire money can buy
When I tell you I’ll never buy another tire again. I mean it considering what I’ve experienced with these tires. I already knew that these tires were very reliable. Due to me having them on my motorcycle & previous vehicles. But Monday sealed the deal for me. I ran over a collated nails in a construction zone. Totally unaware of it, my tire began to go flat. When I looked at the tire I could only see for nails. But when I took my car to the tire shop & they removed the tire. You could see the actual extent of damage that occurred. And just how well these tires held up, keeping my son & I safe. Needless to say I purchased another set of the same tires with a warranty. I’ll vouch for these tires every single time.
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Posted On August 11, 2026 by TT
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Overall the tires have been excellent!
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Posted On August 11, 2026 by TomD
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10 Year Old Design!? Seriously!?
Michelin FAN Boy Here! If it was 2020, this would be a 5 star rating. But it is approaching 2027!v This is coming on to being a 10 year old tire - crazy! I needed a new set of tires for my 911. I was about to purchase a 3rd set of PS4S tires. But I then had the opportunity to drive on PSS5s. SHOCKED! I then realized how out of date these 4S tires are. There is even competition now catching up. The OEM spec versions are still good but could be GREAT!! People are still giving these tires 5 stars because they don't know what Michelin could do in 2022...until you ride on a set PSS5s and take them to track day. I am a huge Michelin fan, understand this! But I am a quite disappointed that Michelin made the best in Jan 2017 and keeps selling it because they can, instead of raising the bar when they could, and should! In car racing, when you are winning a race, you don't slow down to win less! You go as fast as you can and win to break the record when it is feasible and safe to do that! It is an attitude that Michelin should have in this category of tire! Don't go drive a set of PSS5s, you will suddenly see what is being held back and you will want to downgrade your recent ratings of this tire. Where is the PSS6 for everyone? I decided to hold off on a new set of tires for a bit longer. I might just go purchase a set of Conti Sport 2 to cancel out of this race to win but slow down mentality! But I do have to say - wow -what a great tire the 4S was to have lasted this long and still beat out the competition! That there is no denial!
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We appreciate your detailed perspective on the Pilot Sport 4 S and your recognition of its long standing performance and success in the market. We also understand your desire to see continued innovation and new products that raise the bar even further. Feedback from enthusiasts like you is valuable as we continue to develop future generations of high-performance tires. If you'd like to share additional thoughts, please contact our Consumer Care team at 866-866-6605 (Mon-Fri 8 AM-7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM-1 PM EST).
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August 26, 2026
Legal Mentions
1 IMPORTANT: While all-season tires are designed to provide reliable performance in moderate winter conditions, the use of four winter tires is recommended for optimal performance and may be mandatory in certain jurisdictions.2 Based on internal dry autocross testing versus the Continental® ExtremeContact™ DW and Pirelli® Pzero™ Nero tire size 225/45ZR17.3 Based on internal braking tests from 80 km/h versus the Goodyear® Eagle® F1 Asymmetric A/S, Bridgestone® RE970AS Pole Position, Pirelli® PZero™ Nero A/S, Continental® ExtremeContact™ DWS, Dunlop® SP Sport Signature and Yokohama® ADVAN S.4 tire size 225/45ZR17.
Y-Speed Rated Sizes:
OE [Vehicle Manufacturer] Sidewall Marking: N0=Porsche
OE Code [Original Equipment Key]: P=Porsche
Figures on chart represent estimated calculations.
XL = Extra Load
ZP = Zero Pressure Run-Flat Technology
BSW = Black Sidewall
>> The sizes shown are average design values for tires measured on specified measuring rim widths. Some tires may vary from this value by +/-3% of the section height (affecting overall diameter), and +/-4% of the section width.
>> Section width varies approximately 0.2" (5mm) for every 0.5" change in rim width.
>> Tread patterns are often tuned to accommodate different tire widths. Tires for a particular dimension of a given tire line may vary in appearance from the tire shown in the photograph.
WARNING: Serious or fatal injury may result from tire failure due to under inflation or overloading. To ensure correct air pressure and vehicle load, refer to vehicle owner's manual or tire information placard on the vehicle. Serious injury or death may result from explosion of tire/rim assembly due to improper mounting. Only tire professionals should mount tires and they should never inflate beyond 40 psi to seat the beads. Before mixing types of tires in any configuration on any vehicle, be sure to check the vehicle owner's manual for its recommendations.
DANGER: Never mount a 15" diameter tire on a 15.5" rim.
DANGER: Never mount a 16" diameter tire on a 16.5" rim.
DANGER: Never mount a 17" diameter tire on a 17.5" rim.
DANGER: Never mount a 19" diameter tire on a 19.5" rim.
DANGER: Never mount a 22" diameter tire on a 22.5" rim.
DANGER: Never mount a 24" diameter tire on a 24.5" rim.
Inflation pressure increase must not exceed the maximum pressure branded on the tire sidewall. When a customer requests a replacement tire with a lower speed rating than the original equipment tire, you must clearly communicate to him or her that the handling of the vehicle may be different, and that its maximum speed capability is limited to that of the lowest speed-rated tire on the vehicle. Exceeding the lawful speed limit is neither recommended nor endorsed.
Michelin North America (Canada) Inc. does not endorse the operation of any vehicle in an unsafe or unlawful manner. Exceeding the safe, legal speed limit is neither recommended nor endorsed.
For high-speed driving, additional inflation pressure and possibly reduced tire loading and/or upsizing is required. In the absence of specific recommendations by the vehicle manufacturer, use the following guidelines based on those in the European Tyre and Rim Technical Organization Standards Manual.
For speeds over 160km/h (100 mph), load and inflation must be adjusted according to the table below.
W-Speed Rated Sizes:
| Maximum Speed (km/h) | 190 | 200 | 209 | 219 | 230 | 240 | 249 | 259 | 270 |
| Inflation Increase (psi) | 0 | 1.5 | 3.0 | 4.5 | 6.0 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| Load Capacity (% of max.) | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 95 | 90 | 85 |
| Maximum Speed (km/h) | 190 | 200 | 209 | 219 | 230 | 240 | 249 | 259 | 270 | 280 | 290 | 299 |
| Inflation Increase (psi) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.5 | 3 | 4.5 | 6 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| Load Capacity (% of max.) | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 95 | 90 | 85 |
IMPORTANT: While all-season tires are designed to provide reliable performance in moderate winter conditions, the use of four (4) tires is recommended for optimal performance and may be mandatory in certain jurisdictions.
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