Michelin Pilot Sport EV
WatchThe Michelin Pilot Sport EV is the first Michelin tire designed specifically for electric sports cars. The PSEV features technologies developed from the Michelin involvement in Formula E to help reduce energy usage, lower noise all while retaining a sporty handling and the ability to deal with the extra weight and torque of electric vehicles.
The PS EV is CO2 neutral at the point of sale and will be rolled out in the course of 2021 in a choice of 16 sizes (original equipment: 11 sizes / replacement market: 5 sizes) for 18- to 22-inch wheels.
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| Size | Fuel | Wet | Noise |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 inch | |||
| 275/55R20 117 W XL | A | B | 72 |
| 255/45R20 105 W XL | A | B | 71 |
| 275/55R20 117 V XL | A | B | 72 |
| 255/45R20 105 W XL | B | A | 72 |
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Review Summary
Based on 12 user reviews
Drivers report mixed results for the Michelin Pilot Sport EV. Many praise its dry grip, responsive handling, and notably strong longevity on heavy EVs, but a significant number criticize its wet grip and confidence, with some calling it unsafe in damp conditions. Noise and comfort receive split feedback, with several noting howling/road noise while others find it smooth and quiet. Overall sentiment skews slightly negative given frequent wet-performance complaints despite a few high-scoring positive experiences.
Strengths
- Dry grip and handling
- Tread life/ longevity
- Stable on heavy evs
Areas for Improvement
- Poor wet grip and braking confidence
- Road noise/howl
- Inconsistent performance vs pilot sport expectations
Top 3 Michelin Pilot Sport EV Reviews
I am a big fan of Michelin PSS tires but this is just not up to par at all. Took delivery of my XPENG G6 OEM tires for only 10 days and now I have to pay 15k to get a new set of tires
The tires are just unsafe stay away from them
Latest Michelin Pilot Sport EV Reviews
These tires were the OEM choice on my Cupra Born V3 58kw, and I am still on the original fronts at 30k miles albeit they now need changing due to the side tread disappearing.
I'm not a hooligan with a heavy right foot nor a "Miss Daisy" type of driver, but generally drive with a mixed variety of spirited and casual driving style.
I haven't experienced any moments of loss of grip or felt they aren't up to the job in either wet or dry conditions, but then I guess you adapt to the road conditions as and when some caution is needed, so never pushed them in unfavourable conditions to find out how far they can perform.
The road noise is not as quiet as I would expect considering they have an acoustic membrane inside when comparing with other standard tires, but then I haven't tried a non EV rated tire on the car to truly compare the difference.
The original rears lasted around 17k miles before changing, and were still inside the legal limit too, so probably could have got 20k out of them.
The range isn't great with these tires, but then they have a larger footprint compared with the other Cupra OEM offerings with 18" and 19" wheels that have a much better range.
So, my experience with the Pilot Sport EV are fairly positive and would consider buying again.
Overall behave as a medium class tire or even budget tire.
Low grip in dry and unpredictable.
Not awful in wet , but also not at Pilot Sport standard.
For sure will not buy again.