84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
76/100
12 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate vs Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+ — 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
90
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
4,434 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+ — better snow, handling and dry. Pick the Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate if noise matters 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 Sport All Season 3+ leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Exhilarate | Pilot Sport All Season 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 88 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 93 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport All Season 3+ leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Exhilarate | Pilot Sport All Season 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 92 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 87 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport All Season 3+ leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Exhilarate | Pilot Sport All Season 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 61 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 65 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 57 | 50 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport All Season 3+ leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Exhilarate | Pilot Sport All Season 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 67 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Eagle Exhilarate leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Exhilarate | Pilot Sport All Season 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport All Season 3+ leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Exhilarate | Pilot Sport All Season 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 80 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 70 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport All Season 3+ leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Exhilarate | Pilot Sport All Season 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 83 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate | Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 84 | 90 |
| Dry | 88 | 95 |
| Wet | 89 | 92 |
| Snow | 61 | 74 |
| Comfort | 85 | 91 |
| Noise | 100 | 92 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 87 |
| Handling | 83 | 96 |
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Tire A
90
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Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate is generally regarded as a capable Ultra-High Performance all-season tire that excels in dry handling and ride comfort. While many users praise its sporty feel and wet-weather confidence, there is a notable divide in user experience regarding road noise levels and winter performance, with some drivers finding them surprisingly capable in light snow and others reporting poor traction and excessive cabin noise.
Pros
- Strong dry pavement handling and sporty steering response
- High level of ride comfort and bump absorption
- Reliable wet-weather grip and hydroplaning resistance for many users
- Competitive pricing compared to premium segment rivals
Cons
- Reports of significant road noise, described by some as intrusive
- Inconsistent tread life and potential for uneven wear
- Polarizing performance in snow and ice conditions
- Occasional quality control issues, such as tires going out of round or broken belts
Observations
- Tesla Model 3 Performance owners have utilized these as a lighter-weight, year-round alternative to stock 20-inch summer setups.
- Users driving heavier sedans like the Nissan Maxima have reported higher cabin noise levels compared to other vehicle segments.
The Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 is widely regarded as a top-tier ultra-high-performance all-season tire that successfully bridges the gap between summer-tire handling and year-round versatility. Most users report a significant improvement in ride quality, wet-weather confidence, and steering precision compared to OEM tires, particularly when replacing run-flats or eco-focused touring tires. While highly praised for its dry and wet grip, some users note a trade-off in tread life and occasional road noise as the tire wears.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction that inspires driver confidence.
- Significant improvement in ride comfort and noise levels compared to OEM run-flat tires.
- Precise steering response and predictable handling characteristics.
- Strong performance in light snow and cold temperatures for an all-season tire.
- Durable construction that handles road imperfections well.
Cons
- Tread life often falls short of the advertised mileage warranty, especially on high-torque or heavy vehicles.
- Increased road noise or 'humming' reported by some users, particularly as the tire wears.
- Noticeable decrease in fuel efficiency or EV range compared to low-rolling-resistance OEM tires.
- Susceptibility to sidewall bubbles or damage when hitting significant potholes.
Observations
- Tesla and EV owners frequently report a 5-20% reduction in range due to the tire's higher rolling resistance compared to OEM eco-tires.
- Users with staggered wheel setups (common on BMWs and Corvettes) note faster rear-tire wear and an inability to rotate tires, which significantly reduces overall tread life.
- Owners of heavy SUVs and performance sedans often report that the tire transforms the vehicle's handling, though some note a firmer ride quality on larger wheel diameters.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate | B · Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Ultra High Performance tires | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
| Sizes available | 37 | — |
| Rim diameters | 17″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 10 - 11/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 500 AA A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 45,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Vertical Serrated Band | — |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
84
/ 100
Goodyear
90
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+ — better snow, handling and dry. Pick the Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate if noise matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+ scores 74 vs 61 on snow.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+ scores 96 vs 83 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate scores 100 vs 92 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+ scores 95 vs 88 on dry.
Tire A · Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate
Tire B · Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+
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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.