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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

Michelin City Grip Winter vs Pirelli P4 Four Seasons+ — 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.

Tire A Michelin

Michelin City Grip Winter

Touring Winter tire

Michelin City Grip Winter tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
94/100
1 owner review
Dry
90
Wet
90
Snow
–
Comfort
100
Treadwear
100
Handling
90

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Pirelli

Pirelli P4 Four Seasons+

All Season Premium Touring tires

Pirelli P4 Four Seasons+ tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
29/100
3 owner reviews
Dry
33
Wet
20
Snow
10
Comfort
40
Treadwear
40
Handling
40

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Michelin City Grip Winter — better wet, comfort and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown

6 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) City Grip Winter leads by 57
A — Michelin City Grip Winter
90
B — Pirelli P4 Four Seasons+
33
Why this score
SourceCity Grip WinterP4 Four Seasons+
Tyre Reviews owners 90 33

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) City Grip Winter leads by 70
A — Michelin City Grip Winter
90
B — Pirelli P4 Four Seasons+
20
Why this score
SourceCity Grip WinterP4 Four Seasons+
Tyre Reviews owners 90 20

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Michelin City Grip Winter
–
B — Pirelli P4 Four Seasons+
10
Why this score
SourceCity Grip WinterP4 Four Seasons+
Tyre Reviews owners – 10

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) City Grip Winter leads by 60
A — Michelin City Grip Winter
100
B — Pirelli P4 Four Seasons+
40
Why this score
SourceCity Grip WinterP4 Four Seasons+
Tyre Reviews owners 100 40

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) City Grip Winter leads by 60
A — Michelin City Grip Winter
100
B — Pirelli P4 Four Seasons+
40
Why this score
SourceCity Grip WinterP4 Four Seasons+
Tyre Reviews owners 100 40

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) City Grip Winter leads by 50
A — Michelin City Grip Winter
90
B — Pirelli P4 Four Seasons+
40
Why this score
SourceCity Grip WinterP4 Four Seasons+
Tyre Reviews owners 90 40

Scores at a glance

Michelin City Grip Winter vs Pirelli P4 Four Seasons+: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryMichelin City Grip WinterPirelli P4 Four Seasons+
Relative Score 94 34
Dry 90 33
Wet 90 20
Snow – 10
Comfort 100 40
Treadwear 100 40
Handling 90 40

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Headline score

Tire A

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.

Tire A Michelin City Grip Winter

The Michelin City Grip Winter is highly regarded by scooter riders for its exceptional versatility and durability in cold-weather conditions. Users report consistent performance across wet and dry surfaces, with notable longevity that exceeds expectations for a winter-compound tire.

Pros

  • Excellent traction in both wet and dry conditions
  • Impressive tread longevity despite aggressive riding styles
  • Reliable performance in snowy conditions
  • High value for money due to extended service life

Cons

  • Limited feedback available regarding performance on larger displacement motorcycles
  • Potential for compound hardening if used exclusively in high-heat summer environments

Observations

  • Users operating 200cc scooters report that the tire maintains stability and grip even at higher speeds up to 80mph.
  • The tire demonstrates robust durability for daily commuting applications, showing minimal wear after two years of use.
Tire B Pirelli P4 Four Seasons+

The Pirelli P4 Four Seasons+ receives a polarized reception, with users highlighting its exceptional tread longevity while expressing significant concerns regarding noise levels and wet-weather traction. While marketed as a premium, quiet touring option, real-world experiences suggest inconsistent performance in these specific areas.

Pros

  • Exceptional tread life and durability
  • Reliable long-term value

Cons

  • Higher than expected road noise
  • Reduced traction and stability in wet conditions

Observations

  • Users report that the tire's noise profile does not meet expectations for a premium touring tire regardless of vehicle application.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Michelin City Grip Winter B · Pirelli P4 Four Seasons+
CategoryTouring Winter tireAll Season Premium Touring tires
Vehicle typeMotorcyclePassenger Car / Crossover
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Michelin

Pirelli

Winner: Michelin City Grip Winter — better wet, comfort and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

Michelin City Grip Winter scores 90 vs 20 on wet.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

Michelin City Grip Winter scores 100 vs 40 on comfort.

Pick tire A You want the longest tread life

Michelin City Grip Winter scores 100 vs 40 on treadwear.

Pick tire A You want the most grip on dry roads

Michelin City Grip Winter scores 90 vs 33 on dry.

Tire A · Michelin City Grip Winter
Tire B · Pirelli P4 Four Seasons+

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.