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Michelin Energy Saver 4 review

The Michelin Energy Saver 4 is highly regarded for its superior dry grip and stability compared to standard commercial or eco-oriented alternatives. Users find it to be a significant performance upgrade for light-duty vehicles, offering predictable handling and enhanced traction in dry conditions.

Relative score
76/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
72/100
2 reviews
Michelin Energy Saver 4
Scores

Two scoring systems, side by side

Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.

By owner reviews

72%
Would buy again 80%
Dry
Overall dry
77.3%
Wet
Overall wet
67.7%
Snow & ice
Overall snow & ice
52%
Comfort
Overall comfort
87%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
88.7%
Handling
Overall handling
80%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 2 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Michelin Energy Saver 4 is highly regarded for its superior dry grip and stability compared to standard commercial or eco-oriented alternatives. Users find it to be a significant performance upgrade for light-duty vehicles, offering predictable handling and enhanced traction in dry conditions.

Pros

  • Exceptional dry grip and cornering stability
  • Improved handling characteristics over standard eco-tires
  • High level of confidence during spirited driving maneuvers

Cons

  • Limited feedback on wet weather performance
  • Lack of data regarding long-term tread life
  • Performance characteristics may be less noticeable on vehicles with very low power output

Worth knowing

  • The tire demonstrates a significant performance improvement on light commercial vehicles like the Subaru Sambar/Daihatsu Hijet.
  • Users transitioning from dedicated commercial-grade eco-tires report a noticeable increase in grip levels.