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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

Michelin Energy MXV4+ vs Yokohama AVID ENVigor — 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.

Tire A Michelin

Michelin Energy MXV4+

All Season Premium Touring tires

Michelin Energy MXV4+ tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
62/100
4 owner reviews
Dry
55
Wet
53
Snow
–
Comfort
98
Noise
–
Treadwear
90
Handling
43

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Yokohama

Yokohama AVID ENVigor

All Season High Performance tires

Yokohama AVID ENVigor tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
73/100
6 owner reviews
Dry
84
Wet
81
Snow
66
Comfort
73
Noise
80
Treadwear
69
Handling
70

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Yokohama AVID ENVigor — better dry, wet and handling. Pick the Michelin Energy MXV4+ if comfort and treadwear matter most to you.
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Category breakdown

7 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) AVID ENVigor leads by 29
A — Michelin Energy MXV4+
55
B — Yokohama AVID ENVigor
84
Why this score
SourceEnergy MXV4+AVID ENVigor
Tyre Reviews owners 55 85

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) AVID ENVigor leads by 28
A — Michelin Energy MXV4+
53
B — Yokohama AVID ENVigor
81
Why this score
SourceEnergy MXV4+AVID ENVigor
Tyre Reviews owners 53 80

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Michelin Energy MXV4+
–
B — Yokohama AVID ENVigor
66
Why this score
SourceEnergy MXV4+AVID ENVigor
Tyre Reviews owners – 60

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Energy MXV4+ leads by 25
A — Michelin Energy MXV4+
98
B — Yokohama AVID ENVigor
73
Why this score
SourceEnergy MXV4+AVID ENVigor
Tyre Reviews owners 98 68

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Michelin Energy MXV4+
–
B — Yokohama AVID ENVigor
80

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Energy MXV4+ leads by 21
A — Michelin Energy MXV4+
90
B — Yokohama AVID ENVigor
69
Why this score
SourceEnergy MXV4+AVID ENVigor
Tyre Reviews owners 90 65

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) AVID ENVigor leads by 27
A — Michelin Energy MXV4+
43
B — Yokohama AVID ENVigor
70
Why this score
SourceEnergy MXV4+AVID ENVigor
Tyre Reviews owners 43 70

Scores at a glance

Michelin Energy MXV4+ vs Yokohama AVID ENVigor: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryMichelin Energy MXV4+Yokohama AVID ENVigor
Relative Score 69 75
Dry 55 84
Wet 53 81
Snow – 66
Comfort 98 73
Noise – 80
Treadwear 90 69
Handling 43 70

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Tire A

Tire B

Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.

From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Michelin Energy MXV4+

The Michelin Energy MXV4+ is widely regarded as a comfort-oriented touring tire that excels in noise reduction and ride quality. While it is praised by some for its longevity and value as an OEM replacement, others report significant performance limitations, particularly regarding steering feedback and traction in high-temperature or high-speed conditions.

Pros

  • Exceptional ride comfort and cabin quietness
  • High tread longevity and durability
  • Strong value proposition as an OEM-style replacement

Cons

  • Poor steering response and handling precision
  • Degraded wet weather performance as the tread wears
  • Instability and vibration issues at higher highway speeds
  • Reduced traction in high-temperature environments

Observations

  • Users noted that the tire's comfort-focused design is well-suited for mild, daily driving but becomes unsettling on larger or heavier vehicles at speeds exceeding 120km/h.
  • Owners of mid-size sedans, such as the Subaru Legacy, reported a positive experience when using the tire as an upgrade from standard factory equipment.
Tire B Yokohama AVID ENVigor

The Yokohama AVID ENVigor is generally regarded as a capable grand touring tire that excels in wet and dry handling, offering drivers a sense of security and responsiveness. While users appreciate its performance characteristics and lateral grip, some report concerns regarding road noise levels and ride stiffness compared to other premium alternatives.

Pros

  • Strong wet and dry road grip
  • Excellent lateral stability and handling feel
  • Reliable performance at highway speeds
  • Good value as a grand touring option

Cons

  • Higher road noise levels than some competitors
  • Ride quality can feel firm or harsh on certain vehicles
  • Mixed feedback regarding long-term tread life expectations

Observations

  • Drivers of sport-oriented sedans like the Civic Si noted the tire provides excellent handling but can feel stiff during spirited driving.
  • Users replacing OEM tires on mid-size sedans like the Mazda6 reported significant improvements in lateral feel and wet weather confidence.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Michelin Energy MXV4+ B · Yokohama AVID ENVigor
CategoryAll Season Premium Touring tiresAll Season High Performance tires
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Michelin

Yokohama

Winner: Yokohama AVID ENVigor — better dry, wet and handling. Pick the Michelin Energy MXV4+ if comfort and treadwear matter most to you.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Yokohama AVID ENVigor scores 84 vs 55 on dry.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Yokohama AVID ENVigor scores 81 vs 53 on wet.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Yokohama AVID ENVigor scores 70 vs 43 on handling.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

Michelin Energy MXV4+ scores 98 vs 73 on comfort.

Tire A · Michelin Energy MXV4+
Tire B · Yokohama AVID ENVigor

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.