Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 (240) Summer 215/45ZR17/XL (91Y) Tire

Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 Tire

Experience the thrill of high-performance track tires every day with the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tire. Designed for passionate drivers seeking high performance on track days, the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tire is the track-day tire for your sports car. Thanks to Track Longevity Technology 2.0, the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tire lets you push your high-performance car for longer on track days without the pain of changing tires, delivering 40% more laps[2] and faster lap times[1] than its competitors on average. In addition, the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tire features Multi-Compound Construction, delivering excellent grip when cornering, optimized steering precision and wet grip. This high-performance summer tire is designed for experienced drivers looking for best-in-class consistency of lap times.[3] Approved for open-road use, the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tire was developed in partnership with Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe Black Series, Porsche 918 Spyder and 911 GT3, and Ferrari 458 Speciale, making them an ideal fit for these and similar high-performance sports cars. Because performance and safety matter to you, Michelin makes tires to last and backs the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 with a standard limited warranty.

[1] Lap time: External tests conducted by Dekra Test Center, on request from Michelin on Porsche 911 GT3 (997), in May 2017 on dimensions 235/35-19 and 305/30-19. Gap in terms of average lap time on the circuit of Charade (FR) comparing the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 to Pirelli Trofeo R, Dunlop Sport Maxx Race, Yokohama Advan Neova AD08R and Toyo Proxes R888 R.
[2] Lap endurance: External tests conducted by Dekra Test Center, on request from Michelin on Porsche Carrera S, in May 2017 on dimensions 235/35-19 and 305/30-19. Gap in terms of laps ran without tire damage on the circuit of Charade (FR) comparing the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 to Pirelli Trofeo R, Dunlop Sport Maxx Race, Yokohama Advan Neova AD08R and Toyo Proxes R888 R.
[3] Lap time consistency: External tests conducted by Dekra Test Center, on request from Michelin on Porsche Carrera S, in May 2017 on dimensions 235/35-19 and 305/30-19. Regularity evaluated through the evolution of lap time with the number of laps on the circuit of Charade (FR) comparing the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tire to Pirelli Trofeo R, Dunlop Sport Maxx Race, Yokohama Advan Neova AD08R and Toyo Proxes R888 R.
[4] All Michelin tires have a standard manufacturer’s limited warranty, which covers defects in workmanship and materials for the life of the original usable tread, or for six (6) years from date of purchase, whichever occurs first.

More details

Tire season

Summer

Manufacturer

Michelin North America Inc.

Tire width

215 mm

Tire load range

Extra Load

Tire load index

91

Vehicle fitment type

Specific

Warranty distance

0 miles

Is run flat

N

Overall diameter

24.7 in

Tire speed rating

(Y)

Vehicle type

Car

Tire size

215/45ZR17/XL (91Y)

Construction type

Radial

Electric vehicle tire

N

Wheel diameter

17 in

Flotation tire

N

Maximum vehicle rim width

8 in

Mud & snow rated

N

Uniform tire quality grade (utqg)

240 AA A

Items included

Tire Only

Minimum vehicle rim width

7 in

Count

1

Vehicle class designator

P

Tire location

Front and Rear Tires

Tire sidewall style

Black Sidewall

Tire terrain

Highway Terrain

Tire diameter

17 in

Compatible cars

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe Black Series, Porsche 918 Spyder and 911 GT3, and Ferrari 458 Speciale

Tire type

Performance Tires

Model

44929

Tread depth

8/32

Maximum inflation pressure

50 psi

Tire aspect ratio

45

Tire treadwear rating

240