Michelin PS2 vs. Pilot sport 245/45R18

[goldensndm45]

I was informed that the PS2 was now available as a 245/45 R18 and is far superior towards the Pilot sport. Thinking about getting either one. Is the price difference worthy of its performance? Tire rack's test is quite informative and seems to offer the best comparison. But are the results accurate and trustworthy?

[auditech10]

Last summer I got PS2s for my Volvo S60R and I definetely recommend them as a great tire. They are expensive, all Michelins are, but if money is no concern there are only a few tires that may be better. Cheers

[szh]

I have not tried either, so cannot comment with personal experience. But, the Pilot PS2 is an outstanding tire apparently. Superior than the Pilot Sport, according to people who have tried both of them, and whose opinions I trust.

Yes, Michelin's are pricey in general, but you do get what you pay for. Of course, the gains may not be directly proportional to a given price difference to another tire brand and model.

Also, not all of their tires are world-class (for example, I think their MXM4 is over-rated, but not a bad, over-priced tire like the Goodyear RS-A), but there is no question that Michelin probably makes the best tires in the industry overall ... given their conservativeness of load index ratings and their quality control systems, etc.

The Tire Rack tests are excellent, but you have to keep the outcomes in proper perspective. They generally use 17" tires, on a smaller car (usually a BMW 3 series). So, the results may not be fully applicable to the larger tires that we use on the M. However, it is a good basic indicator that you can work from!

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[loans4homes]

PS2 are the best tire I have owned...they stick, I have a set on my MBZ E55.Love them...they wear quick though and are pricey...

[maxnix]

PS2 are much superior to PS. Do not confuse the two.

Not half worn at 10K miles. Incredible for this exceptional tire.

On a FY33 with 18x9 +35mm wheels.