Description

Michelin Pilot Sport 5 (265/35R18 97Y XL TH Y25)

2025 Production. Precision Handling & Enduring Sport Performance.

The Pilot Sport 5 (PS5) is engineered for drivers who refuse to compromise between aggressive grip and tyre longevity. It utilizes “Life-Long Performance” technology, ensuring the tyre remains reactive even as the tread wears down.

✨ Key Technical Features

• 🏎️ Dynamic Response Technology:

  The tyre is reinforced with a hybrid belt made of Aramid and Nylon. This prevents the tyre from expanding under centrifugal force at high speeds, ensuring your steering inputs are transmitted with “motorsport-level” precision and instant reactivity.

• 🏁 Dual Sport Tread Design:

  The 265mm wide footprint is divided into two functional zones:

  • Inner Side: Features large longitudinal grooves that act as water drainage channels to prevent aquaplaning (EU Wet Grip: A).

  • Outer Side: Features rigid rubber blocks for maximum lateral grip during hard cornering on dry roads.

• 📏 MaxTouch Construction:

  Michelin has optimized the tyre’s contact patch to distribute the forces of acceleration, braking, and cornering more evenly.6 This results in 15% better longevity than the older PS4, making it one of the longest-lasting UHP tyres on the market.

• 🎨 Premium Touch Sidewall:

  The sidewall features a patented laser-engraved micro-texture that creates a “velvet” matte-black finish. This deep black aesthetic provides a high-end, premium look that stays dark throughout the life of the tyre.

• 🔍 Wear2Check Indicator:

  A simple visual indicator located in the tread allows you to easily monitor wear levels and identify alignment issues early, ensuring you get the most mileage out of your investment.

📊 Performance Summary

• Wet Safety: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Class-leading braking in rain)

• Dry Handling: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Precise and communicative)

• Longevity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Excellent for a performance tyre)

• Comfort: ⭐⭐⭐ (Firm, but refined for a UHP tyre)

The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 (Y25) is the benchmark for 2026. It is the ideal choice for performance cars that are driven daily, offering a level of confidence in both wet and dry conditions that few competitors can match.