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Michelin Pilot Sport 5 vs Kleber Dynaxer UHP

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Michelin Pilot Sport 5 vs Kleber Dynaxer UHP — Can the Budget Brand Beat Its Master? Kleber may not be a household name, but did you know it’s owned by Michelin? That’s right — the same company behind the ultra-premium Pilot Sport 5 also makes the budget-friendly Dynaxer UHP. So… it can’t be that bad, right? This is more than just a tire test — it’s a showdown between the student and the master. Let’s find out if Kleber can challenge the king in the UHP summer segment!

Results: Michelin Pilot Sport 5 vs Kleber Dynaxer UHP

Results below were taken from the 2023 AutoBild Summer Test while includes an amazing 50 tires from its preliminary braking rounds. Only 20 tires made it through to the final round and a full detail evaluation was completed with these 20 tires. The wet & dry handling performances are evaluated objectively using the average lap speed rather than the preferred subjective ratings.

The graph above shows the comparison between Michelin Pilot Sport 5 vs Kleber Dynaxer UHP based on the relevant performance category. The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was set as a reference hence at the 100% mark. The tire size of interest is 225/45 R18 which is a common tire size for Mercedes-Benz C 200 and Kia Stinger . You can check out our latest tire size table for more information. The testing vehicle of choice is a BMW 3 series.

BMW 3 series on the dry handling track
BMW 3 series on the dry handling track

Wet

In wet braking, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 stops in 40.6 meters, while the Kleber Dynaxer UHP needs 43.7 meters — that’s a 3.1 meter difference, or 7% longer for the Kleber. When it comes to wet handling, the Michelin maintains an average speed of 75.5 km/h versus 72.2 km/h for the Kleber, giving the Pilot Sport 5 a 3.3 km/h advantage, or roughly 4% faster. Even in straight-line aquaplaning, the Michelin edges ahead at 105.7 km/h compared to Kleber’s 104.5 km/h — a small difference of 1.2 km/h or about 1% better.

Overall, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 is clearly stronger in the wet. The Kleber Dynaxer UHP may come from the same parent company, but when the road gets slippery, there’s still a noticeable gap between the student and the master.

Dynaxer UHP :

  • -7% in wet braking
  • -4% in wet handling (lap speed)
  • -1% in straight aquaplaning

Dry

In dry braking, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 comes to a stop in 34.1 meters, while the Kleber Dynaxer UHP takes 35.9 meters — a 1.8 meter difference, or 5% longer for the Kleber. In dry handling, the Michelin averages 119.1 km/h versus 117.8 km/h for the Kleber, giving it a 1.3 km/h advantage, or about 1% faster.

Dynaxer UHP :

  • -5% in dry braking
  • -1% in dry handling

Wear

In terms of wear, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 lasts up to 55,600 km, while the Kleber Dynaxer UHP reaches 43,600 km — a difference of 12,000 km, or 22% longer lifespan for the Michelin. Despite this gap, the Kleber still ranked 5th out of 20 tires tested, while the Pilot Sport 5 ranked 2nd, showing just how far Michelin’s commitment to mileage, sustainability, and lower CO₂ emissions extends across both its premium and budget brands.

Dynaxer UHP :

  • -22% in mileage

Noise

In exterior noise testing, the Kleber Dynaxer UHP measured 71.9 dB, while the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was louder at 73.8 dB — a 1.9 dB difference, or roughly 3% quieter for the Kleber.

Dynaxer UHP :

  • +3% in exterior noise (+1.9 dB)

Rolling Resistance

In rolling resistance, the Kleber Dynaxer UHP records 7.65 N/kN, compared to 8.09 N/kN for the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 — making the Kleber 0.44 N/kN lower, or 5% more efficient.

Dynaxer UHP :

  • +6% in rolling resistance

Price

For the 225/45 R18 size, the Kleber Dynaxer UHP costs €147, while the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 is priced at €189. That makes the Kleber 29% cheaper — a significant price gap for a tire that still delivers respectable performance.

Tire size: 225/45 R18

Difference: -29% more cheaper for Dynaxer UHP.

Summary

As a tire expert, I’d say the difference between the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 and the Kleber Dynaxer UHP is clear — Michelin leads in wet and dry grip, durability, and overall driving precision. But the Kleber isn’t shabby at all. It offers solid performance, ranks well in wear, and is quieter and more fuel-efficient. For those on a budget, the Dynaxer UHP delivers surprising value. But if you want the best in control and longevity, the Pilot Sport 5 still sets the benchmark.

Dr Edwin Pang
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