78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
16 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Firestone Multihawk vs Michelin Energy XM2 — 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.
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78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
76/100
55 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Firestone Multihawk and Michelin Energy XM2 are within 2 points overall. Firestone Multihawk is stronger on dry and handling. Michelin Energy XM2 is stronger on treadwear.
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Category breakdown
5 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
Score (0–100)
Multihawk leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Multihawk | Energy XM2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 81 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Multihawk leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Multihawk | Energy XM2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 74 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Energy XM2 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Multihawk | Energy XM2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 72 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Energy XM2 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Multihawk | Energy XM2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 86 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Multihawk leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Multihawk | Energy XM2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 74 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone Multihawk | Michelin Energy XM2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 78 | 78 |
| Dry | 86 | 81 |
| Wet | 76 | 74 |
| Comfort | 71 | 72 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 86 |
| Handling | 79 | 74 |
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78
/ 100
Tire A
78
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Firestone Multihawk is widely regarded as a budget-friendly, reliable tire for small to mid-sized family vehicles. While users generally praise its dry-weather handling and exceptional value, opinions on wet-weather performance and tread longevity are polarized, with some reporting excellent durability and others noting premature wear or structural failure.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Strong dry-weather grip and handling
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality for daily commuting
- Reliable performance for standard family vehicles
Cons
- Inconsistent wet-weather traction
- Reports of premature tread wear or structural issues
- Twitchy handling on uneven or poor road surfaces
- Susceptibility to punctures in some user experiences
Observations
- Highly recommended by owners of small hatchbacks and family cars like the Ford Focus and Nissan March.
- Performance is noted to be less ideal for aggressive driving or high-speed maneuvers on bumpy road surfaces.
The Michelin Energy XM2 is widely regarded as a durable, long-lasting touring tire that excels in tread life and reliability for daily commuting. While many users praise its comfort and consistent performance, opinions are polarized regarding noise levels and wet-weather grip, with some drivers finding them exceptionally quiet and others reporting significant road noise as the tire ages.
Pros
- Exceptional tread longevity and durability
- Strong puncture resistance
- Reliable dry and wet grip for daily driving
- High levels of ride comfort
Cons
- Increased road noise as the tire wears
- Soft sidewalls can feel less responsive during spirited driving
- Premium price point compared to competitors
- Inconsistent performance feedback regarding wet-weather traction
Observations
- Users with smaller hatchbacks and sedans frequently report high satisfaction with comfort and fuel efficiency.
- Drivers of heavier or higher-torque vehicles occasionally noted that the soft sidewalls lead to noticeable body roll and less precise handling.
- Owners of vehicles with smaller wheel diameters (15-16 inch) often view the tire as a significant upgrade over budget stock options.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone Multihawk | B · Michelin Energy XM2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
78
/ 100
Firestone
78
/ 100
Michelin
Too close to call: Firestone Multihawk and Michelin Energy XM2 are within 2 points overall. Firestone Multihawk is stronger on dry and handling. Michelin Energy XM2 is stronger on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Energy XM2 scores 86 vs 80 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Firestone Multihawk scores 86 vs 81 on dry.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Firestone Multihawk scores 79 vs 74 on handling.
Tire A · Firestone Multihawk
Tire B · Michelin Energy XM2
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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.