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Sava intensa review

The Sava Intensa presents a polarizing user experience, with opinions sharply divided between those who find it an exceptional value-for-money option and those who report significant safety concerns. While some drivers praise its longevity and dry-weather performance, a notable segment of users reports severe deficiencies in wet-weather traction and handling stability over time.

Relative score
58/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
58/100
6 reviews
Sava intensa
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

58%
Would buy again 43%
Dry
Overall dry
70%
Corner stability
45%
Dry traction
70%
Steering response
40%
Wet
Overall wet
50%
Wet traction
50%
Comfort
Overall comfort
65%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
55%
Handling
Overall handling
58%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 6 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Sava Intensa presents a polarizing user experience, with opinions sharply divided between those who find it an exceptional value-for-money option and those who report significant safety concerns. While some drivers praise its longevity and dry-weather performance, a notable segment of users reports severe deficiencies in wet-weather traction and handling stability over time.

Pros

  • High value for money compared to premium brands
  • Impressive tread longevity for some users
  • Low noise levels during operation
  • Satisfactory dry-weather grip for daily commuting

Cons

  • Significant and dangerous loss of wet-weather traction
  • Inconsistent performance degradation over the tire's lifespan
  • Lack of steering responsiveness and handling precision
  • Hard compound issues leading to poor high-speed stability

Worth knowing

  • Users on compact vehicles like the VW Polo reported rapid wear and a lack of responsiveness during directional changes.
  • Drivers of mid-sized vehicles like the Audi A3 reported positive experiences with tread life and noise levels, suggesting performance may vary significantly by vehicle weight and driving style.