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Michelin Pilot Sport PS2

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Key Facts

  • Year Released: 2006
  • Regions for sale: North America, Central & South America, Europe, Russia+, East Asia, Southeast Asia, Middle East, Africa, Oceania
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We spent several hours reading reviews from experts and tire owners. In summary, this is what people think about Michelin Pilot Sport PS2. You can agree with these conclusions by voting for any item:

Reasons to buy vote if agree

– Many motorists said that the tires provided responsive handling in both wet and dry conditions.
– Many drivers said that the tires were quiet and comfortable to ride on while offering good grip and nice handling while driving.
– Some users mentioned that the tires had great cornering and dry grip capabilities.

Reasons not to buy

– Some dissatisfied consumers complained that the tires wore out very quickly.
– A lot of purchasers complained that the tires were too expensive.

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Popular Vehicle Fitments :: Michelin Pilot Sport PS2

  • • BMW M3
  • • Chevrolet Corvette C5 [1997 .. 2004]
  • • Chevrolet Corvette C6 [2005 .. 2013]
  • • Ferrari F430 [2004 .. 2009]
  • • Bugatti Veyron I [2005 .. 2015]
  • • Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 199 [2003 .. 2010]
Michelin Pilot Sport PS2



Description

The Michelin Pilot Sport PS2, introduced in 2006, is a maximum performance summer tire designed for high-end sports cars. Recognized for its exceptional handling and grip, the Pilot Sport PS2 is a favorite among drivers of vehicles such as the BMW M3, Porsche 911, and Chevrolet Corvette. Its capabilities make it a top choice for performance driving enthusiasts.

Features & Benefits

  • Exceptional Dry Grip and Handling: The tire excels in dry conditions, offering superior handling, grip, and cornering capabilities, essential for high-performance sports cars.
  • Advanced Tread Composition: Features a dual-compound rubber with silicon and black carbon on the outer sidewall and a high-silica content on the inside, enhancing traction and stability.
  • Asymmetrical Tread Design: The large side block and central rib increase control and responsiveness, allowing drivers to fully experience their vehicle’s capabilities.
  • High-Speed Stability: Designed to handle the highest speeds with ease, maintaining stability and driver confidence at over 200 km/h.
  • Variable Contact Patch (VCP): Adjusts the tire’s contact patch based on the road conditions and cornering forces, increasing stability and grip during dynamic maneuvers.
  • Formula 1 Derived Tread Structure: Offers exceptional resistance to various loads and maintains performance across different driving conditions.
  • Efficient Water Evacuation: Three longitudinal grooves effectively channel water away from the contact patch, significantly reducing the risk of aquaplaning.

Year Released

The Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 was released in 2006, quickly establishing itself as a benchmark for performance summer tires.

Regions Availability

This tire is available in a wide range of markets, including North America, Central & South America, Europe, Russia+, East Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Oceania.

Vehicle Compatibility / Popular Vehicle Fitments

The Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 serves as original equipment for various prestigious vehicles:

  • BMW M3
  • Chevrolet Corvette (C5 and C6)
  • Ferrari F430
  • Bugatti Veyron
  • Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren

Note: Always consult with a tire specialist or the vehicle's manufacturer to ensure correct tire fitment.

Final Thoughts

The Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 excels in the max performance summer tire category, specifically engineered for sports car enthusiasts. This tire combines sophisticated design and technology to meet high expectations for handling and speed. It delivers a dynamic driving experience, providing exceptional grip and stability through tight corners and during high-speed maneuvers, making it a reliable choice for those seeking superior performance and safety.


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Detailed Information

Type and Size
Tire Model
Michelin / Pilot Sport PS2
Car Type
Season
Summer
Rim Diameter
17 / 18 / 19 / 20 / 21 / 22 "
Width
205 / 225 / 235 / 245 / 255 / 265 / 275 / 285 / 295 / 305 / 315 / 325 / 335 / 345 mm
Aspect Ratio
25 / 30 / 35 / 40 / 45 / 50 / 55 %
Construction
Radial
Special Features
Runflat
No
Mud and Snow
No
Extra Load
Optional
Speed and Load
Speed Index
(Y) (max > 186 mph) ... ZR (max > 149 mph)
Load Index (max load for a tire)
 

Michelin / Pilot Sport PS2 Sizes & Specifications

Note! Many sizes of this line have been discontinued.

Rim Model Size Index Features Max inflation pressure Section width Revs per mile Max load at cold inflation pressure Sidewall styling Load range Tread depth Utqg Overall diameter Approved rim width Tire weight Measured rim width Price
R17 205/50 R17 (89Y) 205/50 R17 (89Y)
R17 205/50 R17 89Y 205/50 R17 89Y 51.0 8.4 828.0 1276.0 BW 8.5 220/AA/A 25.1 5.5 - 7.5 20.99 6.5
R17 205/55 R17 95Y XL 205/55 R17 95Y XL 50.0 8.4 803.0 1521.0 BW XL 9.5 220/AA/A 25.9 5.5 - 7.5 21.47 6.5
R17 225/45 R17 (94Y) XL 225/45 R17 (94Y) XL
R17 225/45 R17 94Y XL 225/45 R17 94Y XL 50.0 8.9 833.0 1477.0 BW XL 9.5 220/AA/A 25.0 7 - 8.5 22.71 7.5
R17 235/50 R17 96Y 235/50 R17 96Y 51.0 9.7 791.0 1565.0 BW 8.5 220/AA/A 26.3 6.5 - 8.5 25.13 7.5
R17 255/40 R17 (94Y) 255/40 R17 (94Y)
R17 255/40 R17 94Y 255/40 R17 94Y 51.0 10.2 831.0 1477.0 BW 9.5 220/AA/A 25.0 8.5 - 10 23.68 9.0
R17 265/40 R17 96Y 265/40 R17 96Y 51.0 10.7 822.0 1565.0 BW 9.5 220/AA/A 25.3 9 - 10.5 25.79 9.5
R17 275/40 R17 (98Y) 275/40 R17 (98Y)
R17 275/40 R17 98Y 275/40 R17 98Y 50.0 10.9 814.0 1653.0 RBL 9.5 220/AA/A 25.6 9 - 11 27.51 9.5
R17 335/35 R17 (106Y) 335/35 R17 (106Y)
R17 335/35 R17 106Y XL 335/35 R17 106Y XL 51.0 13.5 799.0 2094.0 RBL 9.5 220/AA/A 26.2 11 - 13 33.44 12.0
R18 225/40 R18 88Y 225/40 R18 88Y 51.0 9.1 829.0 1235.0 RBL 9.5 220/AA/A 25.1 7.5 - 9 23.99 8.0
R18 225/40 R18 (92Y) XL 225/40 R18 (92Y) XL
R18 225/40 R18 92Y XL 225/40 R18 92Y XL 50.0 9.1 829.0 1389.0 BW XL 9.5 220/AA/A 25.1 7.5 - 9 22.75 8.0
R18 235/40 R18 (95Y) XL 235/40 R18 (95Y) XL
R18 235/40 R18 95Y XL 235/40 R18 95Y XL 50.0 9.5 819.0 1521.0 BW XL 8.5 220/AA/A 25.4 8 - 9.5 23.48 8.5
R18 245/35 R18 92Y XL 245/35 R18 92Y XL 50.0 9.8 840.0 1389.0 RBL XL 9.5 220/AA/A 24.8 8 - 9.5 22.0 8.5
R18 245/40 R18 (93Y) 245/40 R18 (93Y)
R18 245/40 R18 93Y 245/40 R18 93Y 51.0 9.8 809.0 1433.0 BW 9.5 220/AA/A 25.7 8 - 9.5 26.9 8.5
R18 255/35 R18 90Y 255/35 R18 90Y 51.0 10.2 832.0 1323.0 RBL 9.5 220/AA/A 25.0 8.5 - 10 28.9 9.0
R18 265/35 R18 (97Y) XL 265/35 R18 (97Y) XL
R18 265/35 R18 97Y XL 265/35 R18 97Y XL 50.0 10.7 822.0 1609.0 BW XL 9.5 220/AA/A 25.3 9 - 10.5 25.99 9.5
R18 265/40 R18 (101Y) XL 265/40 R18 (101Y) XL
R18 265/40 R18 101Y XL 265/40 R18 101Y XL 50.0 10.7 790.0 1819.0 BW XL 8.5 220/AA/A 26.3 9 - 10.5 26.41 9.5
R18 275/35 R18 87Y 275/35 R18 87Y 51.0 10.9 814.0 1201.0 BW LL 9.5 220/AA/A 25.6 9 - 11 31.31 9.5
R18 275/35 R18 95Y 275/35 R18 95Y 51.0 10.9 814.0 1521.0 BW 9.5 220/AA/A 25.6 9 - 11 30.16 9.5
R18 285/30 R18 (93Y) 285/30 R18 (93Y)
R18 285/30 R18 93Y 285/30 R18 93Y 51.0 11.4 840.0 1430.0 BW 8.5 220/AA/A 24.8 9.5 - 10.5 26.41 10.0
R18 295/30 R18 (98Y) XL 295/30 R18 (98Y) XL
R18 295/30 R18 98Y XL 295/30 R18 98Y XL 50.0 11.9 832.0 1653.0 BW XL 8.5 220/AA/A 25.0 10 - 11 26.57 10.5
R18 295/35 R18 (99Y) 295/35 R18 (99Y)
R18 295/35 R18 99Y 295/35 R18 99Y 51.0 11.9 797.0 1709.0 BW 8.5 220/AA/A 26.1 10 - 11.5 28.66 10.5
R18 315/30 R18 (98Y) 315/30 R18 (98Y)
R18 315/30 R18 98Y 315/30 R18 98Y 51.0 12.6 817.0 1653.0 BW 8.5 220/AA/A 25.5 10.5 - 11.5 29.39 11.0
R19 225/40 R19 93Y XL 225/40 R19 93Y XL
R19 235/35 R19 (91Y) XL 235/35 R19 (91Y) XL
R19 235/35 R19 91Y XL 235/35 R19 91Y XL 50.0 9.5 817.0 1201.0 BW XL 9.0 220/AA/A 25.5 8 - 9.5 22.51 8.5
R19 245/40 R19 (94Y) 245/40 R19 (94Y)
R19 245/40 R19 94Y 245/40 R19 94Y 51.0 9.8 778.0 1477.0 BW 9.5 220/AA/A 26.7 8 - 9.5 24.85 8.5
R19 255/40 R19 (96Y) 255/40 R19 (96Y)
R19 255/40 R19 96Y 255/40 R19 96Y 51.0 10.2 769.0 1565.0 BW 9.5 220/AA/A 27.1 8.5 - 10 27.56 9.0
R19 265/35 R19 (94Y) 265/35 R19 (94Y)
R19 265/35 R19 94Y 265/35 R19 94Y 51.0 10.7 790.0 1477.0 BW 8.5 220/AA/A 26.3 9 - 10.5 25.31 9.5
R19 275/35 R19 (100Y) XL 275/35 R19 (100Y) XL
R19 275/35 R19 100Y XL 275/35 R19 100Y XL 50.0 10.9 783.0 1764.0 BW XL 9.5 220/AA/A 26.6 9 - 11 27.03 9.5
R19 285/35 R19 (99Y) 285/35 R19 (99Y)
R19 285/35 R19 99Y 285/35 R19 99Y 51.0 11.4 774.0 1709.0 BW 9.5 220/AA/A 26.9 9.5 - 11 29.32 10.0
R19 285/40 R19 (103Y) 285/40 R19 (103Y)
R19 285/40 R19 103Y 285/40 R19 103Y 51.0 11.4 743.0 1929.0 BW 9.5 220/AA/A 28.0 9.5 - 11 29.26 10.0
R19 295/30 R19 (100Y) XL 295/30 R19 (100Y) XL
R19 295/30 R19 100Y XL 295/30 R19 100Y XL 50.0 11.9 799.0 1764.0 BW XL 9.0 220/AA/A 26.0 10 - 11 27.71 10.5
R19 305/30 R19 (102Y) XL 305/30 R19 (102Y) XL
R19 305/30 R19 102Y XL 305/30 R19 102Y XL 50.0 12.3 792.0 1874.0 BW XL 8.5 220/AA/A 26.3 10.5 - 11.5 29.03 11.0
R19 325/30 R19 94Y 325/30 R19 94Y 51.0 13.0 778.0 1477.0 BW LL 9.5 220/AA/A 26.7 12 - 13 35.05 12.0
R20 265/30 R20 (94Y) XL 265/30 R20 (94Y) XL
R20 265/30 R20 94Y XL 265/30 R20 94Y XL 50.0 10.7 791.0 1477.0 BW XL 9.5 220/AA/A 26.3 9 - 10 25.62 9.5
R20 275/45 R20 110Y XL 275/45 R20 110Y XL 50.0 10.7 697.0 2336.0 RBL XL 9.5 220/AA/A 29.8 8.5 - 10.5 30.27 9.0
R20 295/35 R20 (105Y) XL 295/35 R20 (105Y) XL
R20 305/35 R20 (104Y) 305/35 R20 (104Y)
R20 305/35 R20 104Y 305/35 R20 104Y 51.0 12.3 732.0 1984.0 BW 8.5 220/AA/A 28.4 10 - 12 30.27 11.0
R20 335/30 R20 (104Y) 335/30 R20 (104Y)
R20 335/30 R20 104Y 335/30 R20 104Y
R21 265/35 R21 (101Y) XL 265/35 R21 (101Y) XL
R22 275/25 R22 93Y XL 275/25 R22 93Y XL 50.0 11.1 758.0 1430.0 BW XL 8.5 220/AA/A 27.4 10 - 10 27.45 10.0

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