78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
68/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
80/100
19 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack vs Michelin Pilot Exalto — Compared (September 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
56 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin Pilot Exalto — better treadwear, dry and handling. Pick the Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack if comfort and wet matter most to you.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Pilot Exalto leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Pilot Exalto |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 64 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 86 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Turanza QuietTrack leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Pilot Exalto |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 84 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 81 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Pilot Exalto |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 39 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 71 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 52 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 83 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Turanza QuietTrack leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Pilot Exalto |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 77 |
| SimpleTire owners | 99 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Pilot Exalto |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 88 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Pilot Exalto leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Pilot Exalto |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 72 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 32 | 83 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Pilot Exalto leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Pilot Exalto |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack | Michelin Pilot Exalto |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 78 | 82 |
| Dry | 74 | 86 |
| Wet | 84 | 81 |
| Snow | 52 | – |
| Comfort | 90 | 77 |
| Noise | 87 | – |
| Treadwear | 70 | 83 |
| Handling | 74 | 80 |
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Headline score
78
/ 100
Tire A
82
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Turanza QUIETTRACK is highly regarded for its exceptional ride comfort and cabin noise reduction, making it a popular choice for daily commuters seeking a premium touring experience. However, user consensus is sharply divided regarding tread longevity and winter performance, with significant reports of premature wear and poor traction in snowy conditions.
Pros
- Industry-leading noise reduction and quiet operation
- Smooth and comfortable ride quality
- Reliable dry and wet road handling
- Strong value proposition when purchased during promotional events
Cons
- Significant underperformance in snow and winter conditions
- Inconsistent tread life, with multiple reports failing to meet the 80,000-mile warranty
- Increased road noise as the tread wears down
- Varying noise levels depending on road surface composition
Observations
- Users with low-profile tires on vehicles like the Kia Niro reported significant improvements in ride quality over OEM tires.
- Owners of older sedans, such as the 2014 Hyundai Elantra, noted that these tires effectively complemented aftermarket soundproofing efforts.
The Michelin Pilot Exalto is widely regarded as a premium, high-performance all-rounder that excels in both wet and dry conditions. While users frequently praise its exceptional longevity and consistent grip, some enthusiasts note that its focus on comfort results in softer sidewalls and reduced steering feedback compared to more aggressive track-focused tires.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and durability
- Strong, predictable grip in both wet and dry conditions
- Progressive handling characteristics near the limit
- High level of ride comfort
- Excellent value over the long term due to longevity
Cons
- High retail price point
- Softer sidewalls can lead to reduced steering feedback and responsiveness
- Increased road noise reported by some users
- Limited availability of specific sizes as the model ages
- Performance can drop off during prolonged high-speed/track use due to overheating
Observations
- Owners of lightweight sports cars like the Mazda MX-5 and Renault Clio 182 frequently cite this tire as an ideal match for the vehicle's handling characteristics.
- Users with modified suspension setups noted that the soft sidewalls of the Exalto can hinder the precision of aftermarket springs and anti-roll bars.
- Drivers of larger, heavier vehicles or those using 17-inch sizes noted that while the tire remains comfortable, the cost of replacement for these specific sizes is significantly higher.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack | B · Michelin Pilot Exalto |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 29 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 19″ | — |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 800 A A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 80,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
78
/ 100
Bridgestone
82
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin Pilot Exalto — better treadwear, dry and handling. Pick the Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack if comfort and wet matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack scores 90 vs 77 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Pilot Exalto scores 83 vs 70 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Michelin Pilot Exalto scores 86 vs 74 on dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Michelin Pilot Exalto scores 80 vs 74 on handling.
Tire A · Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack
Tire B · Michelin Pilot Exalto
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.