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The exact dimensions of a tyre can be found on the sidewall printed mark. The graphic shows how to read properties and dimensions of the tyre:
 
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SPEED INDEX:
The speed index indicates the maximum speed intended for the tyre. Up to this value, the manufacturer guarantees optimum operation with the appropriate tyre pressure. The maximum speed allowed for this vehicle is given in the vehicle owner's manual; this information can be used to select the appropriate speed index for the tyre. The speed index is the last mark on the sidewall of the tyre.
 
Load Index
Permissible maximum axle load per tyre in kg. To be found in the registration certificate or vehicle registration document or read directly from the tyre (two-digit number). It is permitted to fit a tyre with a higher load index.
 
Driving safety despite puncture
Runflat tyres are puncture-resistant tyres with reinforced sidewalls. This creates the so-called run-flat property. In the event of damage, this allows the vehicle to continue driving up to a distance of approx. 100 km (and even beyond depending on the product) at a maximum speed of 80 km/h, even if the pressure has been completely lost. Run-flat tyres even prevent the tyre rubber from jumping off the rim in the event of a loss of air pressure. A flat tyre is therefore still a flat tyre, but it loses some of its drama. Note: All run-flat tyres are marked with the symbol "RSC" (Runflat System Component) and may only be fitted in vehicles with a functioning air pressure control system!
 
Tyres with increased load capacity
Reinforced tyres are designed for higher loads than normal tyres. They can be identified by the designation 'RF' (reinforced) or also 'XL' or 'Extra Load'. They are used on vans, minibuses, off-road vehicles, etc. However, their mounting alone does not automatically result in higher load capacity but also requires a correspondingly higher air pressure. Furthermore, the load capacity index specified in the vehicle documents continues to apply.
 
Tyres with extra high load capacity
The "C" in the term C tyres stands for "commercial". These tyres are specially designed for commercial vehicles. These can be, for example, lighter trucks, delivery vans, flatbed trucks or panel vans. In other words: vehicles that have to move higher loads at a comparatively lower speed. The multi-ply reinforced C tyres are therefore even more load-bearing than reinforced tyres.
 
Mobility-optimised tyres
A tyre with a sealing layer on the opposite side of the tyre tread. In the event of a puncture (e.g. by a nail), this layer blocks any loss of air, even if the foreign body causing the puncture is still in the tyre. It is not necessary to stop or change the tyres immediately at the roadside.
 
Mobility-optimised tyres
A tyre with a sealing layer on the opposite side of the tyre tread. In the event of a puncture (e.g. by a nail), this layer blocks any loss of air, even if the foreign body causing the puncture is still in the tyre. It is not necessary to stop or change the tyres immediately at the roadside.
 
Tyres optimised for electric vehicles.
Tyre developed for electric vehicles. These tyres can also be used without hesitation on vehicles with other drive systems.
 
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Original equipment quality: optimum adjustment to the vehicle
Tyres with a special OEM marking on the sidewall, e.g. "MO" for Mercedes-Benz, were developed in cooperation with a specific car manufacturer and the tyre industry. These tyres have been homologated by the vehicle manufacturer and are a perfect match for a specific model. They have been specially designed to highlight or further improve the performance characteristics of the car in question, thus representing the culmination of a state-of-the-art fine-tuning process that perfectly complements the latest technological developments in the automotive industry. Tyres with manufacturer's markings can of course also be used on other vehicles.
 

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Michelin Pilot Sport 4
Michelin
Michelin
Pilot Sport 4
205/45 R17 88V XL EV Suitable, with rim protectionleiste (FSL)

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip A Noise emissions 71 dB
Client reviews rating:
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More than 5 billion kilometers. Tyretest.com offers over 430 000 tests firsthand - from consumers for consumers.

(22)
Average based on 22 test results  N/A
Grip in dry conditions
Braking in dry conditions
Grip in wet conditions
Braking in wet conditions
Grip in snow  N/A
Driving comfort
Internal noise level
Tyre wear
Fuel consumption
Kilometers driven 3681860
18.04.2026 from J Lynch
Smooth ride. Incredible grip that even prevents the traction control from engaging in brisk pull aways from a standstill. (My car is FWD). The only negative with the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 is that tyre wear does appear to be slightly higher than with a regular tyre.
15.02.2024 from David Wood
Flourless great in all conditions even got us home at 40 to 50 mph after running over something in the fast lane of the M5 northbound. Can’t praise enough.
09.02.2023 from John Molloy
These tyres are noticeable quieter than my previous tyres, Kumho Exta. Cornering grip is better and fuel consumption is slightly better
09.12.2021 from Nicholas
I've driven roughly 22,000km as this was when i would of rebuilt the engine and got the car ready for road, by far these are the best tyres I've ever experienced on a car, I had used continentals and dunlop's beforehand, 2 competitors to Michelin, and before now, I always struggled with understeer under sharp cornering after periods of rain, with the PS4's, this has been completely eradicated, wet grip is by far the best in its class, with not much coming against it, usually the car would also break grip in wet conditions when in low gears speeding up, this has also vanished, in terms of lifespan, there is roughly 5mm left on the tyres after 22k km, so lifespan is also excellent. I am very confident in using these tyres and will be purchasing again once it comes time to replace.
(22)

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Michelin Primacy 5
Michelin
Michelin
Primacy 5
205/45 R17 88V XL EV Suitable, with rim protectionleiste (FSL)

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance B Wet grip A Noise emissions 70 dB
just  € 168.03
 
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Pirelli P Zero
Pirelli
Pirelli
P Zero
205/45 R17 88Y XL *, with rim protection (MFS)

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance D Wet grip B Noise emissions 72 dB
Client reviews rating:
Client reviews rating

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(35)
Average based on 35 test results  N/A
Grip in dry conditions
Braking in dry conditions
Grip in wet conditions
Braking in wet conditions
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Driving comfort
Internal noise level
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Fuel consumption
Kilometers driven 9092800
12.12.2025 from DAVID
These tyres are outstanding. The car is a 25th Anniversary GTI with a ported and polished cylinder head and fitted with SACHS Race Engineering coilovers. I require tyres with the highest possible grip, in both wet and dry conditions. For this reason I only fit AUDI AO specification tyres as this specification was developed for the maximum grip on the high performance fwd Audi TT. Which uses the same platform as the MkIV Golf.
18.09.2022 from DAVID
These are as close to perfect summer tyres that I have come across in more than 50+ years of spirited driving. Wet grip is of great importance, and these tyres are actually AO, which I always purchase, as I understand that grip was paramount in AUDIs requirements. The car is a modified 25th Anniversary model and is fitted with SACHS Race Engineering Coil-Over suspension. The cylinder head has been ported and polished with the motor now producing well over 200 ps.
14.06.2021 from y2kdisease
Car had 20" 245/35r20 runflats in front and 275/30r20 runflats (all MOE) for RWD w213 luxury saloon. The car came with these factory fitted MOE runflat tyres. I've Replaced these tyres and wheels at 10600km. I've driven 8600km of that mileage. The tyres wore like rubber bands on the 20" wheels. Steering as a result is very precise in both wet and dry. Front 245/30s have sound deadening foam and overall tyre noise is quiet in the cabin (but just wee bit louder than the 18" PS4 tyres I replaced them with). Ride comfort is 8/10 on highways due to air suspension. On chip seal, speed humps, potholed roads ride comfort is 5/10 - there is very abrupt jarring transmitted to cabin due to tyre profile and rims. Wet grip in cold (5'C) and damp country highways was 7/10 at 110km/h speeds - there was some slip noticeable. Dry grip was 8/10 most of the time but with occasional rear traction slips at highway speeds in curves. This combination of tyres and rims is quite poor for a luxury sedan and compliant rides.
06.06.2020 from Chris Farnell
These tyres are great. Low road noise, and surprisingly grippy in the wet. Like really grippy
(35)

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Yokohama Advan Sport V103S ZPS
Yokohama
Yokohama
Advan Sport V103S ZPS
205/45 R17 84V run-flat

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance D Wet grip C Noise emissions 71 dB
just  € 170.11
 
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Giti Winter W2
Giti
Winter W2
205/45 R17 88V XL

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
limited stock
just  € 170.12
 
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Pirelli Cinturato P7 (P7C2) Run Flat
Pirelli
Pirelli
Cinturato P7 (P7C2) Run Flat
205/45 R17 88W XL *, with rim protection (MFS), run-flat

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance B Wet grip B Noise emissions 69 dB
just  € 180.65
 
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Michelin CrossClimate 2
Michelin
Michelin
CrossClimate 2
205/45 R17 88W XL EV Suitable, with rim protectionleiste (FSL)

Tyre type

 All-season tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip B Noise emissions 69 dB
Client reviews rating:
Client reviews rating

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(6)
Average based on 6 test results  N/A
Grip in dry conditions
Braking in dry conditions
Grip in wet conditions
Braking in wet conditions
Grip in snow
Driving comfort
Internal noise level
Tyre wear
Fuel consumption
Kilometers driven 1680232
28.01.2024 from David Gauld
When I bought the car in September last year it had recently been fitted with Kumho Ecsta PS71. These were quite skippy on the wet roads despite being marketed as a good performer in wet conditions. Since fitting the CrossClimate 2's I have had far better grip in the wet and winter conditions. We have had loads of rain, flooded roads then ice and then a week of snow. These tyres give confidence in these conditions and help improve the safety of your drive in those conditions. Will buy again.
18.06.2023 from Robert
Have been driving to Cotswolds from London on motorways.
17.04.2023 from CNicol
When I bought my BMW 3 series I had off brand summer tyres on it. I bought Michelin Crossclimate 2 tyres for it and noticed the difference in the handling on dry roads immediately. The car was much firmer and secure on the road when driving at speed. When driving in the torrential wet I found these tyres to struggle a bit but general rain fall they are fine. Took a year and a half before I got serious snow to test them in. I had to drive home 30 miles on rural roads at 5am with no snow tracks to help and to make things harder I was in a rear wheel BMW. These tyres handle it perfectly, they are incredible in snow. Finally, I am a year and a half/ 10000 miles into them and they easy have another 7K/8K worth of miles in them. 5 stars all round, I'm buying them again no question.
24.04.2022 from Len
Grip on wet roads is excellent. No snow since purchase, so can only estimate it as very good. Comfortable ride, but slightly noisier than a regular tyre. Car handles very well on the Crossclimates.
(6)

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Goodyear UltraGrip Ice 3
Goodyear
Goodyear
UltraGrip Ice 3
205/45 R17 88T XL Nordic Compound

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip E Noise emissions 69 dB
just  € 184.29
 
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Michelin Alpin 7
Michelin
Michelin
Alpin 7
205/45 R17 88V XL EV Suitable, with rim protectionleiste (FSL)

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip B Noise emissions 71 dB
just  € 186.46
 
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Pirelli Powergy
Pirelli
Pirelli
Powergy
205/45 R17 88Y XL, with rim protection (MFS)

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance B Wet grip A Noise emissions 69 dB
Client reviews rating:
Client reviews rating

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(4)
Average based on 4 test results  N/A
Grip in dry conditions
Braking in dry conditions
Grip in wet conditions
Braking in wet conditions
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Driving comfort
Internal noise level
Tyre wear
Fuel consumption
Kilometers driven 1029019
01.06.2022 from Felix
The loudest tires ever bought in 30 years... I went back to seller who recommended brand and model, he replied is road's fault... Now after just 2000km I am looking forward to wear them out, as these tires turned a very very quiet car (reason why I bough it) in a rumble of madness on the motorway where grainy asphalt is used for draining water... let me reiterate: the loudest tires ever bought in 30 years !! I am italian and was happy to buy an italian product... after this experience... no more Pirelli... EVER ! There are so many good brands out there. Pirelli if you read this review, I am available to sell back these tires to you immediately. A very unhappy customer.
07.01.2022 from Huggies
Was upgrading wheels so decided to get all new tyres aswell so picked tyres that were of a better make with good properties however they do slip easily on a wet road more than I had expected, give a comfortable ride considering the state of some roads seem to be wearing well although not done a large mileage on these so far, road noise is acceptable, all in all I would say they seem to be a decent tyre overall
(4)

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Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
Pirelli
Pirelli
Cinturato Winter 2
205/45 R17 88V XL

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip B Noise emissions 71 dB
just  € 191.94
 
available
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Michelin CrossClimate 2
Michelin
Michelin
CrossClimate 2
205/45 R17 88V XL EV Suitable, with rim protectionleiste (FSL)

Tyre type

 All-season tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip B Noise emissions 69 dB
Client reviews rating:
Client reviews rating

More than 5 billion kilometers. Tyretest.com offers over 430 000 tests firsthand - from consumers for consumers.

(6)
Average based on 6 test results  N/A
Grip in dry conditions
Braking in dry conditions
Grip in wet conditions
Braking in wet conditions
Grip in snow
Driving comfort
Internal noise level
Tyre wear
Fuel consumption
Kilometers driven 1680232
28.01.2024 from David Gauld
When I bought the car in September last year it had recently been fitted with Kumho Ecsta PS71. These were quite skippy on the wet roads despite being marketed as a good performer in wet conditions. Since fitting the CrossClimate 2's I have had far better grip in the wet and winter conditions. We have had loads of rain, flooded roads then ice and then a week of snow. These tyres give confidence in these conditions and help improve the safety of your drive in those conditions. Will buy again.
18.06.2023 from Robert
Have been driving to Cotswolds from London on motorways.
17.04.2023 from CNicol
When I bought my BMW 3 series I had off brand summer tyres on it. I bought Michelin Crossclimate 2 tyres for it and noticed the difference in the handling on dry roads immediately. The car was much firmer and secure on the road when driving at speed. When driving in the torrential wet I found these tyres to struggle a bit but general rain fall they are fine. Took a year and a half before I got serious snow to test them in. I had to drive home 30 miles on rural roads at 5am with no snow tracks to help and to make things harder I was in a rear wheel BMW. These tyres handle it perfectly, they are incredible in snow. Finally, I am a year and a half/ 10000 miles into them and they easy have another 7K/8K worth of miles in them. 5 stars all round, I'm buying them again no question.
24.04.2022 from Len
Grip on wet roads is excellent. No snow since purchase, so can only estimate it as very good. Comfortable ride, but slightly noisier than a regular tyre. Car handles very well on the Crossclimates.
(6)

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just  € 192.63
 
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Michelin Primacy 4+
Michelin
Michelin
Primacy 4+
205/45 R17 88V XL EV Suitable, with rim protectionleiste (FSL)

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip A Noise emissions 70 dB
Client reviews rating:
Client reviews rating

More than 5 billion kilometers. Tyretest.com offers over 430 000 tests firsthand - from consumers for consumers.

(1)
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Kilometers driven 980375
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just  € 199.15
 
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Pirelli Winter SottoZero 3 Run Flat
Pirelli
Pirelli
Winter SottoZero 3 Run Flat
205/45 R17 88V XL, with rim protection (MFS), run-flat

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance D Wet grip B Noise emissions 72 dB
Client reviews rating:
Client reviews rating

More than 5 billion kilometers. Tyretest.com offers over 430 000 tests firsthand - from consumers for consumers.

(4)
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Grip in dry conditions
Braking in dry conditions
Grip in wet conditions
Braking in wet conditions
Grip in snow
Driving comfort
Internal noise level
Tyre wear
Fuel consumption
Kilometers driven 659784
09.07.2026 from Bill Cooke
I've used Sottozero on the car for 9 years, and found them all to be excellent, providing road security over the winter in the UK
02.02.2019 from Peter Robinson
This is an excellent tyre, first class grip in snow and ice and also works very well in the summer, although I believe this is not recommended.
(4)

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just  € 213.24
 
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Dunlop SP Winter Sport 4D RunFlat
Dunlop
Dunlop
SP Winter Sport 4D RunFlat
205/45 R17 88V XL *, with rim protection (MFS), run-flat BLK

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip C Noise emissions 72 dB
just  € 224.84
 
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Michelin Alpin 6 ZP
Michelin
Michelin
Alpin 6 ZP
205/45 R17 88V XL EV Suitable, run-flat

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance D Wet grip B Noise emissions 69 dB
just  € 270.88
 
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