79
/ 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 Sport — 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
93
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
94/100
1,976 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin Pilot Sport — better dry, handling and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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 Sport leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Pilot Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 64 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 92 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Pilot Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 84 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Pilot Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 39 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 71 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 52 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 83 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Pilot Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | 99 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Pilot Sport |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 88 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Pilot Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 72 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 32 | 73 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Pilot Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 81 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack | Michelin Pilot Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 93 |
| Dry | 74 | 96 |
| Wet | 84 | 94 |
| Snow | 52 | – |
| Comfort | 90 | 94 |
| Noise | 87 | 92 |
| Treadwear | 70 | 90 |
| Handling | 74 | 96 |
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Headline score
79
/ 100
Tire A
93
/ 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 Sport series is widely regarded as a benchmark for high-performance driving, offering a compelling balance of dry-weather grip, wet-weather confidence, and daily-driver comfort. While users frequently praise the tire's ability to transform vehicle handling compared to OEM run-flats, some owners report concerns regarding road noise, rapid tread wear on high-horsepower vehicles, and a noticeable decrease in range for electric vehicles.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction that inspires driver confidence.
- Significant improvement in ride comfort and steering feel compared to OEM run-flat tires.
- Predictable and progressive handling characteristics at the limit.
- Versatile performance suitable for both spirited driving and daily commuting.
Cons
- Higher road noise levels reported by some users, particularly on rough or chipped pavement.
- Rapid tread wear, especially on high-torque or high-horsepower vehicles.
- Increased rolling resistance leading to reduced range in electric vehicles.
- Premium price point compared to competitors.
Observations
- Tesla owners frequently note a 10-20% reduction in range due to the tire's rolling resistance, though they appreciate the superior wet/snow performance over OEM tires.
- Drivers of high-horsepower sports cars (e.g., Corvette, Mustang) report excellent grip but caution that tread life is significantly shortened by aggressive driving.
- Users replacing factory run-flats on luxury SUVs like the BMW X3 report an immediate and drastic improvement in ride quality and cabin quietness.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack | B · Michelin Pilot Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | Summer Max 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?
79
/ 100
Bridgestone
93
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport — better dry, handling and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Michelin Pilot Sport scores 96 vs 74 on dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Michelin Pilot Sport scores 96 vs 74 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Pilot Sport scores 90 vs 70 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Michelin Pilot Sport scores 94 vs 84 on wet.
Tire A · Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack
Tire B · Michelin Pilot Sport
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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.