Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV 265/45R21

Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV 265/45R21 104W Street/Sport Truck Summer Truck Tire 42510

β˜€οΈ SummerπŸ’° $473.99πŸ“ 265/45R21πŸš— SUV/Light Truck

πŸ’‘ Is the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV 265/45R21 a Good Tire?

Yes β€” the Michelin 265/45R21 is an Excellent-rated summer Street/Sport Truck tire (86 surveys) suited for full-size trucks and heavy-duty SUVs. Strong dry handling and cornering grip, though lacks winter weather capability like all summer tires. Currently priced from $473.99, it is available through major online tire retailers.

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About This Tire

The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV 265/45R21 is a summer performance tire designed for crossover and SUV drivers who prioritize exceptional grip and responsive handling in warm weather conditions. Its asymmetric tread design and advanced compound focus on maximizing traction in both wet and dry conditions while maintaining comfort for daily driving.

The tire features a summer-focused compound that combines functional elastomers with thin silica technology for enhanced traction. The asymmetric tread pattern includes high stiffness construction with optimized notches for improved dry braking, while the inboard side incorporates wider circumferential grooves and straight channels for effective water evacuation. Driver feedback consistently highlights strong performance across wet and dry surfaces, with notable comfort levels and predictable handling characteristics.

Compared to all-season tires, it prioritizes maximum warm-weather performance and precise handling over year-round versatility. Overall, it's a solid choice for performance-oriented crossovers and SUVs used primarily for spirited driving and daily commuting in warm climates.

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TirePriceRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV 265/45R21
β˜€οΈ Summer performance
$473.99⭐ Excellent (86 reviews)Performance SUV and crossover daily drivingβ˜€οΈ Summer
🌀️ All-season versatility
$322.77⭐ N/ADaily commuting in mixed weather conditions🌀️ All Season
🌀️ All-season versatility
$328.82⭐ Good (272 reviews)Daily highway commuting in SUVs and crossovers🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
$388.06⭐ Good (470 reviews)Daily highway commuting in crossovers and SUVs🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
$405.99⭐ Excellent (51 reviews)Electric SUV and crossover daily driving🌀️ All Season
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Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV 265/45R21
β˜€οΈ Summer performance
Price
$473.99
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Excellent (86 reviews)
Best For
Performance SUV and crossover daily driving
Season
β˜€οΈ Summer
Vredestein Quatrac Pro+ 265/45R21
🌀️ All-season versatility
Price
$322.77
Rating
⭐ ⭐ N/A
Best For
Daily commuting in mixed weather conditions
Season
🌀️ All Season
Pirelli Scorpion Zero All Season 265/45R21
🌀️ All-season versatility
Price
$328.82
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (272 reviews)
Best For
Daily highway commuting in SUVs and crossovers
Season
🌀️ All Season
Continental CrossContact LX Sport 265/45R21
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
Price
$388.06
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (470 reviews)
Best For
Daily highway commuting in crossovers and SUVs
Season
🌀️ All Season
Hankook iON evo AS SUV 265/45R21
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
Price
$405.99
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Excellent (51 reviews)
Best For
Electric SUV and crossover daily driving
Season
🌀️ All Season

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Key Features

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Wet Traction Design
Wider circumferential grooves and straight water channels on the inboard side effectively evacuate water for improved wet weather grip.
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Summer Compound
Advanced elastomers and thin silica technology optimize traction specifically for warm, dry, and wet conditions.
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Asymmetric Pattern
Performance-oriented tread design with high pattern stiffness provides strong lateral grip and enhanced dry braking.
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Comfort Focus
Optimized pitch count and design elements reduce road noise while maintaining performance characteristics.
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SUV Specific
Engineered specifically for the handling dynamics and weight characteristics of performance crossovers and SUVs.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Performance SUV and crossover daily drivingβœ“ Warm weather spirited driving and corneringβœ“ Highway commuting with occasional aggressive accelerationβœ“ Drivers prioritizing grip and handling over all-season versatility
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Specifications

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Size
265/45R21
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Load Index
104
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Speed Rating
W
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TirePath Editorial Review

4.5
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"Reliable and consistent, this tire delivers excellent grip and handling for performance SUV drivers who prioritize spirited driving. Summer-only tread means you'll need separate tires for cold weather conditions."

By TirePath Editorial TeamFeb 17, 2026
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TireRack Ratings

Overall Rating⭐ Excellent
Survey Ratings86 reviews
CategoryStreet/Sport Truck Summer

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