Pilot Sport A/S 3 TIRE REVIEW
There are 437 reviews for the Pilot Sport A/S 3
Rating Snapshot
When asked, 78% of reviewers recommend this tire
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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Overall the tires have been excellent!
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 I then realized how out of date these 4S tires are.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!
Great tires.
Great tires, the best for my car!
Just bought my third set! The best there is!
These tires are the best available for the Corvette. I live in Arizona so they stay on year round. I got 22,000 miles out of my last set, and put on a new set today. I could have bought other brands, but these are best in traction, stopping, even wet weather performance. Durability is reasonable, and I appreciate that the price hasn't really changed in the last 4 years. They are also made in the USA, which I appreciate.
Grippy and the sidewall is crazy
Comfortable ride
Review
The Pilot Sports 4s are truly amazing! They enhance my driving experience and grip so well when driving through corners and wet conditions. I’ve had them for about a year now and they still look great on tread life.
I put a set of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S tires on my F-150, and they completely changed the truck. The grip is insane. From a dig or a roll, power actually sticks instead of spinning. Cornering feels sharp and planted, almost like a sports car, and the floaty truck feel is gone. Ride quality is still smooth, road noise is low, and braking is noticeably stronger. For a street truck build, this is one of the best upgrades you can make. 10/10 — highly recommend.
quality sucks
I had one set of tires and they got excessive inner shoulder wear, alignment was checked 3 times and was spot on. Tire is very sensitive to tire pressure and needs to be over inflated to prevent excessive wear. I got fed up and purchased set of Pilot Sport 5 which i had delivered from Europe. This is much better tire but quality control is lacking. One has excessive road force which can be felt between 62-75 mph, BTW PS4S is made in USA. Looks loke will be switching to other brand but finding good size in sizes I need is impossible
We're sorry to hear about the issues you've experienced with wear and ride quality. We appreciate you taking the time to outline what you encountered. We hope you’re able to enjoy a better ride with your new set of Pilot Sport 5 tires. If you'd like assistance choosing a new tire in the future, the Michelin Consumer Care team would be happy to assist. Our number is 866-866-6605 (Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM–1 PM EST).
michelinman.com
March 30, 2026
Replacing new car tires
I purchased a new z4 m40i 2 yrs ago. The car is not tracked at all. Isn’t driven in rain or snow. Garage kept. Just had her 2 yr scheduled service and was told the tires need replacing ( feathering & ware). Car has 8700 miles. Why should I put the same tire back on when I replace them? Thank you
Thank you for sharing the details of your experience. We're sorry to hear you are experiencing premature wear. To initiate a warranty claim, please visit an authorized tire dealer for an inspection of the tires and have the dealer give us a call with the results at 866-866-6605 (Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM–1 PM EST).
michelinman.com
March 30, 2026
Great for Florida Driving
First impressions of these tires are extremely positive. Coming off of the OEM Dunlops that were provided with my WRX the comparison is night and day. Far and away much more comfortable while still delivering confidence in corners.