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Michelin Pilot Sport 4 vs Uniroyal RainSport 5
The Pilot Sport 4 and RainSport 5 are two
summer tyres manufactured by
Michelin and
Uniroyal respectively.
The
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 has been a leading summer tyre since its release in 2016, shortly becoming a staple in Michelin’s tyre model line-up.
Uniroyal’s RainSport 5 is also a summer tyre, released in 2020 and has been a leading
mid-range tyre ever since.
Today, we will be covering both tyre models and comparing the key features of both tyres.
Pilot Sport 4 Overview
The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 is a leading
premium tyre that has served as a great asset for Michelin to this day.
When it comes to summer tyres, it can be argued that the Pilot Sport 4 outlays everything that a premium summer tyre should have.
Michelin’s Dynamic Response Technology is equipped on the Pilot Sport 4, making the tyre’s responsiveness and steering more precise.
Longevity and mileage is strengthened through a hybrid aramid and nylon belt, enhancing the tread pattern of the tyre.
The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 replaced the
Pilot Sport 3 upon its release in 2016.
Car brands such as
Mercedes-Benz,
BMW, and
Tesla have all chosen the Pilot Sport 4 as an
OE tyre for several car models since the tyre’s inception.
RainSport 5 Overview
The Uniroyal RainSport 5 is a mid-range summer tyre that offers optimal performances at a middle of the range price.
Uniroyal’s best-selling tyre gives safe levels of performance in rainy summer days, being developed with Shark Skin Technology that disperses water out of the tread pattern, reducing risks of aquaplaning.
The RainSport 5 is equipped with an innovative tread compound, giving the tyre low abrasion and durable treadwear.
Replacing the
RainSport 3 in 2020, the RainSport 5 has become a very important model for Uniroyal, giving customers an option of mid-range price and performance.
Tyre Label Rating
Tyre labelling refers to the EU regulated system of rating tyres on key performance variables. Label ratings mostly vary between different tyre sizes.
The label rating categories are as follows:
Fuel Efficiency – Ranked A to G
Wet Grip – Ranked A to G
Tyre Noise – Ranked with numbers and A to C/Decibels (dB)
Pilot Sport 4 Label Ratings
Fuel efficiency ratings for the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 range from A to D, averaging a C rating across all sizes.
Some tyre sizes consist of B for wet grip ratings, but a rating of A is most prominent across all sizes.
Tyre noise ratings vary between the sizes, starting at 70B with the highest being 73B.
RainSport 5 Label Ratings
Label ratings for the Uniroyal RainSport 5 is quite consistent across all sizes, with the most prominent ratings being C for fuel efficiency, and an A for wet grip. Some sizes, however, have a D rating in fuel efficiency.
Tyre noise levels for the summer tyre range from 71B to 75B.
Pilot Sport 4 Awards
The Pilot Sport 4 has been heralded by the tyre/automotive industry, leading to successes in awards and recognitions.
In 2020, the Pilot Sport 4 was awarded with best in ‘Overall Performance’ the ADAC comparative test, highlighting the versatility of the summer tyre.
Along with the Pilot Sport 4S (the sport version of the Pilot Sport 4), the Pilot Sport 4 won customer choice ‘Best Tyres for Hot Hatches’ at the 2022 DriverReviews Awards.
Further showing how well-equipped the Michelin model is to various vehicles, the Pilot Sport 4 finished 1st in the AutoBild Sports Cars UHP Summer Tyre Test.
RainSport 5 Awards
The Uniroyal RainSport 5 has seen success in both tyre tests and awards since its inception.
Backing up the claims of great performance in rain, the RainSport 5 finished 1st in wet braking, wet handling, and straight aquaplaning tests carried out by TyreReviews in 2021 (
SUV category). The Uniroyal model also finished 2nd in curved aquaplaning, only massing out to the
Vredestein Ultrac Satin.
Furthermore, in the inaugural DriverReviews rewards back in 2022, the Uniroyal RainSport 5 was “commended” in the category of Best Tyres for Family Cars.
Customer Reviews
Our customer review system is powered by
DriverReviews, giving our customers four categories to review their previously purchased tyres.
The categories are as follows:
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Overall ratings
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Would the customer buy the tyres again
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Does the car feel better to drive
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Were the tyres value for money
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Customer Reviews
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Overall rating of my tyres – 4.7/5
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I would buy the same tyres again – 4.7/5
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The car feels better to drive – 4.5/5
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The tyres were value for money – 4.3/5
RainSport 5 Customer Reviews
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Overall rating of my tyres – 4.6/5
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I would buy the same tyres again – 4.6/5
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The car feels better to drive – 4.3/5
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The tyres were value for money – 4.3/5
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Common Tyre Sizes
RainSport 5 Common Tyre Sizes
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225/40 R18
- 275/45 R20
- 205/55 R16
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Common Car Models
RainSport 5 Common Car Models
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Volkswagen Golf
- Audi A3
- Ford Fiesta
Price Ranges
Fully fitted prices for both models will vary between different tyre sizes.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 has fully fitted prices ranging from £105.60 to £332.06.
Fully fitted prices for the Uniroyal RainSport 5 ranges from £79.06 to £239.87.
*Please note, prices mentioned above are the fully fitted prices from today’s date (24/11/2024).