88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
88/100
18 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Firestone Firehawk AS vs Michelin Pilot Sport — Compared (May 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 handling and wet. 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 2
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk AS | Pilot Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 92 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk AS | Pilot Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 82 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk AS | Pilot Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 45 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk AS | Pilot Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 75 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport leads by 2
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Firehawk AS leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk AS | Pilot Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 73 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport leads by 26
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk AS | Pilot Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 81 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone Firehawk AS | Michelin Pilot Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 88 | 93 |
| Dry | 94 | 96 |
| Wet | 87 | 94 |
| Snow | 79 | – |
| Comfort | 94 | 94 |
| Noise | 90 | 92 |
| Treadwear | 92 | 90 |
| Handling | 70 | 96 |
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Headline score
88
/ 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 Firestone FireHawk AS is generally regarded as a high-value, sporty all-season tire that offers impressive dry grip and handling characteristics. While many users praise its longevity and aesthetic appeal, there is a notable divide regarding its wet-weather performance, with some users reporting significant concerns regarding hydroplaning.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and durability
- Strong dry traction and cornering stability
- Attractive aesthetic design
- High value-to-price ratio
- Responsive steering feedback and sidewall stiffness
Cons
- Significant concerns regarding hydroplaning in heavy rain
- Potential for tread cracking after extended high-mileage use
- Availability issues at local retail outlets
Observations
- Owners of RWD performance vehicles like the Ford Mustang and Infiniti G35 report high satisfaction with cornering and handling.
- The tire demonstrates robust durability on high-torque FWD vehicles, effectively resisting belt shifting compared to other brands.
- Drivers of heavy, body-on-frame sedans appreciate the increased sidewall stiffness for improved steering feedback.
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 · Firestone Firehawk AS | B · Michelin Pilot Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season High Performance tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 4 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 18″ | — |
| Tread depth | 11/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 480 A A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 50,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
88
/ 100
Firestone
93
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport — better handling and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Michelin Pilot Sport scores 96 vs 70 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Michelin Pilot Sport scores 94 vs 87 on wet.
Tire A · Firestone Firehawk AS
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.