225/45R18 Michelin Pilot Sport 5 – High-Performance Summer Tyres

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Product Overview

The 225-45-R18 Michelin Pilot Sport 5 is crafted for drivers seeking sharp handling combined with everyday reliability. This premium summer tyre excels in delivering confident control on damp roads, thanks to its advanced tread design and technology. Ideal for performance saloons and sporty vehicles, it balances responsive steering with strong wear resistance, making it a dependable choice for those who cover regular miles without compromising on driving enjoyment.

Key Features

When it comes to braking, the 225 45 R18 Michelin Pilot Sport 5 offers remarkable stopping power on wet surfaces, helping to keep you safe during sudden slowdowns. Its Dynamic Response technology ensures steering inputs translate directly to the road, giving you exceptional precision and control even in spirited driving scenarios.

Designed with durability in mind, this tyre maintains its performance as the tread wears, allowing drivers to enjoy consistent handling throughout its lifespan. The tread pattern is engineered to resist aquaplaning, efficiently clearing water to enhance stability in rainy conditions.

Additionally, the Pilot Sport 5 helps improve fuel efficiency with its low rolling resistance rating, meaning less energy is needed to keep your vehicle moving, which can contribute to savings at the pump over time.

Awards & Recognition

  • Auto BILD Summer Performance Tyres Test - 2025, tyre size: 225/40 R18.

Awarded joint 1st place - “Michelin Pilot Sport 5 delivers sharp, stable handling with consistently short wet and dry braking, backed by excellent mileage and an exemplary overall rating.”

  • ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 2025, tyre size: 225/40 R18

Awarded 3rd place - “Michelin Pilot Sport 5 is one of the best in the wet with excellent braking and handling, backed by strong mileage and efficiency.”

  • Auto Express Summer Tyre Test - 2025, tyre size: 225/40 R18.

Awarded 4th place - “Pilot Sport 5 impressed with class-leading aquaplaning resistance and strong wet performance, backed by excellent fuel economy.”.

  • Autobild Summer Tyre Test Shootout - 2025, tyre size: 225/40 R18.

Awarded 2nd place out of 52.

  • Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test - 2025, tyre size: 225/45 R18.

Awarded 4th place - “Strong longevity focus, with very good wear, but higher noise.”

  •  TopTireReview Best UHP Tyres for Asia Test - 2024, tyre size: 235/45 R18.

Awarded 3rd place - “Pilot Sport 5 took 3rd overall thanks to class-leading aquaplaning resistance and strong wet handling performance.”

  • Auto Express Summer Tyre Test - 2024, tyre size: 225/45 R17.

Awarded 4th place - “Standout aquaplaning performance, but not a podium finisher overall.”

  • Sport Auto Summer Tyre Test - 2024, tyre size: 215/40 R18.

Awarded 2nd place - “Balanced and very safe on wet and dry roads.”

  • Auto BILD UHP Summer Tyre Test - 2023, tyre size: 225/45 R18.

Awarded 2nd place - “Strong wear performance, with a well-rounded UHP result.”

  • Auto BILD Sports Car Summer Tyre Test - 2023, tyre size: 225/40 R18.

Awarded 3rd place - “A top-class sports tyre with agile, precise wet and dry handling, strong aquaplaning security, and short wet braking with good comfort and low noise.”

  • Auto Zeitung UHP Summer Tyre Test - 2023, tyre size: 235/35 R19.

Awarded 5th place - “Just short of second place overall, with low rolling resistance but high price noted.”

Suitability

Alfa romeo

  • Giulia

Aston martin

  • DB7

Audi

  • A3 Allstreet
  • A4
  • A5
  • A6
  • Q2
  • RS4
  • RS6
  • S4
  • TT
  • TTS

Bmw

  • 1 Series (F20) 5 Door
  • 1-Series
  • 2 Series
  • 3 Series
  • 4 Series
  • 5 Series
  • M3
  • M440i xDrive
  • M5 (E39) 50i V8 32v
  • X1
  • Z4
  • Z4M (Z85)

Byd

  • Chazor
  • Destroyer 05
  • King
  • Seal 5

Citroen

  • Berlingo
  • C4
  • C5
  • e-Berlingo
  • Jumpy II Dispatch II

Cupra

  • Ateca

Dacia

  • Jogger
  • Jogger (FL)
  • Sandero III Stepway

Ds

  • DS4

Fiat

  • 500X
  • 500X Cross
  • Croma MK II
  • Doblo
  • e-Doblo

Ford

  • C-Max Hybrid
  • Fairlane (BF)
  • Fairmont (BF)
  • Falcon
  • Falcon FPV
  • Focus
  • Fusion
  • Galaxy II
  • LTD (BF)
  • Mondeo
  • Mustang IV
  • S-Max
  • Taurus
  • Tourneo
  • Tourneo Connect Grand Touneo Connect MKII
  • Transit

Genesis

  • G70

Honda

  • Accord
  • HR-V
  • HRV 16i D-Tec 15i V-Tec
  • Insight
  • Jade
  • Odyssey

Hyundai

  • Alcazar
  • Bayon
  • Creta
  • Creta Grand
  • Genesis Coupe
  • Genesis G70 2WD
  • Grand Creta
  • Grandeur XG
  • i40
  • i40 CW
  • i45 Sonata (Typ YF)
  • Ioniq Electric FL
  • Kona Hybrid
  • Sonata
  • Sonata VII
  • Tucson
  • XG

Jaguar

  • S Type
  • S Type-R
  • XE

Jeep

  • Compass

Kia

  • Cerato - Forte Koup
  • Cerato Coupe - Hatch (YD) 16
  • Cerato Sedan
  • e-Niro
  • Niro
  • Opirus
  • Optima
  • Rondo
  • Seltos
  • Soul
  • Stinger GT
  • Stonic

Lancia

  • Phedra
  • Thesis

Lexus

  • ES
  • GS 300 400
  • HS 250H
  • LS 400
  • RC

Mazda

  • 3
  • 6
  • CX-3
  • RX8

Mercedes

  • A Class
  • B Class
  • C Class
  • Citan
  • CLA
  • CLK
  • E Class
  • eCitan
  • eQT
  • T-Class
  • Vito (638)

Mercedes amg

  • AMG

Mg

  • 75 ZT/ZT-T
  • MG 4 EV
  • MG 5
  • MG 6
  • MG 7 (750)
  • MG S5 EV
  • MG SVR X-Power
  • ZS

Mini

  • Acemen E Acemen SE
  • Countryman
  • Paceman

Mitsubishi

  • Diamante Includes 4WD
  • Grandis
  • Lancer Sport Back

Nissan

  • 350Z
  • Altima
  • Altima IV
  • Cedric Gloria
  • eTownstar
  • Juke
  • Kicks
  • Maxima
  • Sentra
  • Sentra VIII
  • Serena
  • Skyline
  • Townstar

Peugeot

  • 3008
  • 407
  • 5008
  • 508
  • 607
  • 807
  • e-Partner
  • e-Rifter
  • Expert
  • Partner
  • RCZ
  • Rifter

Renault

  • Captur
  • Espace III Grand Espace
  • Fluence
  • Grand Scenic
  • Kangoo
  • Kangoo BeBop (FW/W)
  • Laguna III
  • Laguna III Coupe
  • Laguna III Sport Tourer
  • Latitude
  • Megane II Grand Scenic
  • Scenic III

Rover

  • 75

Seat

  • Alhambra
  • Ateca
  • Leon
  • Leon (FL) X-Perience 18 TSi 20 TSI 20 TDi
  • Toledo III

Skoda

  • Kamiq
  • Karoq
  • Octavia
  • Yeti

Subaru

  • Forester
  • Legacy
  • Levorg
  • Outback

Suzuki

  • Kizashi
  • S-Cross
  • S-Cross MHEV
  • SX4 S-Cross
  • Vitara
  • XL7

Toyota

  • Aristo 30 (Lexus)
  • Aurion
  • Avalon
  • Avanza II
  • Avensis
  • C-HR
  • Camry
  • Celsior 43
  • Innova Kijang
  • Mirai
  • Presara
  • Prius Phev (XW60)
  • Prius Plus
  • Proace
  • Sai
  • Sienna
  • Supra
  • Windom
  • Zelas

Vauxhall

  • Ampera
  • Astra
  • Astra Sport Tourer
  • Combo
  • Combo-e Life Cargo
  • Insignia
  • Signum
  • Vectra VXR

Volkswagen

  • Beetle Cabrio
  • Caddy
  • Caddy Cargo MK III
  • Caravelle Multivan (T5)
  • Golf
  • Golf -Rabbit MK5 25
  • Golf V GT 20 T-FSi
  • Passat Alltrack
  • Sharan
  • T-Cross
  • T-Roc
  • Taigo
  • Touran

Volvo

  • S80 Facelift T6
  • S80 V8 44 AWD
  • V40
  • V50
  • V70

This list of compatible vehicles is a guide only. Please check the tyre size on your existing tyres or refer to your vehicle handbook before purchasing.

Full Specification:

  • Width225
  • Profile45
  • Rim Size18
  • Speed RatingW
  • Noise (Db)72
  • Wet Grip GradeA
  • Fuel EfficiencyB
  • Load Index95
  • Runflat No
  • BrandMichelin
  • Tread PatternPILOT SPORT 5
  • SeasonSummer
  • Vehicle CategoryCar

Areas we Cover

Sheffield is a lively city with a rich industrial heritage and three Dexel branches located at Staniforth Road, Harwood Street, and Birley Moor Road. Each branch offers professional fitting services by knowledgeable staff who prioritise customer satisfaction.

In the historic city of Lincoln, two Dexel centres operate—one near the city centre on Scorer Street and another in the LN6 area on Moorland Way. Both provide expert tyre fitting and trusted advice within a welcoming community setting.

Market Rasen’s single Dexel branch is centrally located, offering swift and reliable tyre services for cars, 4x4s, and vans. Customers benefit from a friendly team dedicated to safe and efficient tyre fitting.

Serving Worksop and nearby areas like Dinnington, Whitwell, Woodsetts, and North Carlton, the Eastgate Dexel centre delivers expert fitting by experienced technicians focused on customer care and quality.

The centrally positioned Gainsborough branch caters to Lea, Beckingham, Misterton, and Upton. Customers can expect professional service and thorough tyre fitting supported by skilled staff.

Located in Hellaby, the Rotherham Dexel branch serves Bramley, Wickersley, Cliff Hills, and Micklebring. The team provides expert fitting and advice, ensuring customers leave with tyres suited to their needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the wet grip capabilities of 225/45R18 Michelin Pilot Sport 5 tyres?

These tyres are rated A for wet grip, meaning they provide excellent traction and braking performance in rainy conditions, enhancing driver confidence. This helps reduce stopping distances on wet roads.

Typically, these tyres offer a tread life ranging between 25,000 to 35,000 miles, depending on driving style and road conditions. However, the tread lifespan can vary based on driving habits and conditions.

As a summer tyre, the Pilot Sport 5 is optimised for warmer temperatures and may not perform well on snow or ice. For winter conditions, specialised winter tyres are recommended for safety.

Check your vehicle handbook or the tyre sidewall markings to confirm the recommended tyre size and load index. Using online fitment guides can also help verify compatibility with your wheels.

Yes, the Pilot Sport 5 features low rolling resistance, which means less energy is required to keep your car moving, potentially improving fuel efficiency. This can lead to cost savings over the tyre’s lifespan.