P15 of 51
Beat 70% of the field
Michelin Energy Saver+ Test Results
Tested 2012 to 2018
6 publications
Tested 14 times by independent publications, the Michelin Energy Saver+ has taken 1 test wins with an average finish of 9th.
- 14Independent tests
- 1Test wins
- 2Podium finishes
- 9thAverage finish
- 53%Field beaten on average
- 6Publications
14 tests, 2012 to 2018
- Test win
- Second
- Third
- Average 53%
Head-to-head record
Overall finishing position against the tires that have most often shared a test with the Michelin Energy Saver+. Only tires tested alongside it at least three times are listed.
| Rival | Shared tests | Ahead | Behind | Level | Finished ahead |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Vredestein Sportrac 5
12 shared: 3 ahead, 9 behind
|
12 | 3 | 9 | - | 25% |
 Continental Premium Contact 5
12 shared: 2 ahead, 10 behind
|
12 | 2 | 10 | - | 17% |
 Dunlop Sport BluResponse
12 shared: 2 ahead, 10 behind
|
12 | 2 | 10 | - | 17% |
 Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance
11 shared: 2 ahead, 9 behind
|
11 | 2 | 9 | - | 18% |
 Nokian Line
11 shared: 2 ahead, 9 behind
|
11 | 2 | 9 | - | 18% |
 Bridgestone Turanza T001
10 shared: 6 ahead, 4 behind
|
10 | 6 | 4 | - | 60% |
 Hankook K425 Kinergy Eco
10 shared: 2 ahead, 8 behind
|
10 | 2 | 8 | - | 20% |
 Fulda EcoControl HP
8 shared: 3 ahead, 5 behind
|
8 | 3 | 5 | - | 38% |
 Semperit Comfort Life 2
7 shared: 7 ahead, 0 behind
|
7 | 7 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Sava intensa hp
7 shared: 5 ahead, 2 behind
|
7 | 5 | 2 | - | 71% |
 Kumho Ecowing ES01 KH27
7 shared: 4 ahead, 3 behind
|
7 | 4 | 3 | - | 57% |
 Pirelli Cinturato P1 Verde
7 shared: 2 ahead, 5 behind
|
7 | 2 | 5 | - | 29% |
 Kleber Dynaxer HP 3
6 shared: 6 ahead, 0 behind
|
6 | 6 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Barum Brillantis 2
5 shared: 5 ahead, 0 behind
|
5 | 5 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Apollo Alnac 4g
4 shared: 3 ahead, 1 behind
|
4 | 3 | 1 | - | 75% |
 Yokohama BluEarth AE01
4 shared: 3 ahead, 1 behind
|
4 | 3 | 1 | - | 75% |
 Nexen N Blue HD
4 shared: 3 ahead, 1 behind
|
4 | 3 | 1 | - | 75% |
 Nexen N Blue HD+
4 shared: 3 ahead, 1 behind
|
4 | 3 | 1 | - | 75% |
 Firestone TZ300A
4 shared: 3 ahead, 1 behind
|
4 | 3 | 1 | - | 75% |
 Semperit Speed Life
4 shared: 1 ahead, 3 behind
|
4 | 1 | 3 | - | 25% |
Against its own line
The same record for the tire it replaced and the tire that replaced it.
| Tire | Tests | Wins | Avg finish | Field beaten |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michelin Energy Saver Predecessor | 8 | 0 | 6th | 50% |
| Michelin Energy Saver+ This tire | 14 | 1 | 9th | 53% |
| Michelin Energy Saver 4 Successor | 0 | - | - | - |
Performance Analysis
Drawn from 14 tests. Updated November 16, 2025.
Michelin Energy Saver Plus shows mixed summer performance with standout results in earlier, smaller sizes and clear weaknesses as tests move to broader, more demanding comparisons. It peaks with a win in 2013 (1/19) and strong braking/top-18 placements in large shootouts (8/54 in 2013; 3/18 in 2015), and is frequently praised for wear. However, across the full dataset it trends mid-pack to below average, with several bottom-third finishes in 205/55 R16 and 195/65 R15 sizes and recurring penalties for wet performance, pulling its average rank to 9.1/14 tests.
Performance Strengths
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Dry Braking and General Braking Performance
Moderate
Details
- 8/54 in 2013 54 Tire Braking Test (195/65 R15)
- 12/52 in 2015 Market Overview Braking Test (185/60 R15) qualifying for full test
- 3/18 in 2015 Auto Bild Top 18 (185/60 R15) following braking qualification
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Wear/Longevity
Strong
Details
- 2014 ADAC 195/65 R15: 'Michelin having the best wear on test'
- Consistent ADAC commentary penalizing wet but highlighting wear advantage
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Efficiency/Rolling Resistance (touring focus)
Moderate
Details
- 1/19 in 2013 European Summer Touring Tire Test (185/60 R15)
- Positioning as an Energy Saver with multiple mid/high finishes in touring-focused tests (8/16 in 2014 ADAC 175/65 R14; 8/16 in 2016 ADAC 185/65 R15)
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Rolling resistance
Strong
in 9 of 9 tests
Details
low fuel consumption
- 2017 ADAC 195/65 R15 Summer Tire Test (2017)Top marks for fuel consumption and wear
- 2016 ADAC Tire Test - 185/65 R15 (2016)Premium energy saving tire, with balanced wet and dry handling qualities, low wear and low rolling resistance
- 2015 Auto Bild Top 18 Summer Tire Test (2015)relatively economical
- 2015 European Tire Test 185/60R14 (2015)Top marks in wear, relatively low fuel consumption, good on dry roads
- 2015 European Tire Test 205/55 R16 (2015)
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Tread life
Strong
in 7 of 9 tests
Details
Top marks in wear
- 2017 ADAC 195/65 R15 Summer Tire Test (2017)Top marks for fuel consumption and wear
- 2016 ADAC Tire Test - 185/65 R15 (2016)Top marks in wear, relatively low fuel consumption, good on dry roads
- 2015 European Tire Test 205/55 R16 (2015)Premium energy saving tire, with balanced wet and dry handling qualities, low wear and low rolling resistance
- 2015 Auto Bild Top 18 Summer Tire Test (2015)Low wear
- 2015 European Tire Test 185/60R14 (2015)
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Dry grip
Strong
in 3 of 9 tests
Details
good in the dry
- 2017 ADAC 195/65 R15 Summer Tire Test (2017)good in the dry
- 2016 ADAC Tire Test - 185/65 R15 (2016)Top marks in wear, relatively low fuel consumption, good on dry roads
- 2015 European Tire Test 205/55 R16 (2015)
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Dry braking
Minor
in 1 of 9 tests
Details
top in the braking on dry roads
- 2014 AMS Summer Tire Test - 205/55 R16 (2014)
Performance Weaknesses
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Wet Performance (braking/handling/aquaplaning)
Strong
Details
- 2014 ADAC 195/65 R15: penalised for wet performance despite best wear
- 11/16 in 2017 ADAC 195/65 R15 with note 'worst of the premium brands'
- 15/19 in 2015 European Tire Test 205/55 R16 (wet-weighted test set)
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Larger Size Performance Consistency (205/55 R16, 195/65 R15)
Strong
Details
- 8/8 in 2012 Auto Express 205/55 R16
- 7/11 in 2014 AMS 205/55 R16
- 11/17 in 2014 ADAC 195/65 R15
- 11/16 in 2013 ACE 195/65 R15
- 11/16 in 2017 ADAC 195/65 R15
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Overall Competitiveness vs. Premium Peers
Moderate
Details
- Average overall position 9.1 across 14 tests
- Multiple mid-to-lower placements: 10/16 (2016 ADAC 185/65 R15), 11/16 (2013 ACE 195/65 R15), 15/19 (2015 European 205/55 R16)
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Wet grip
Strong
in 7 of 9 tests
Details
Weak on wet roads
- 2017 ADAC 195/65 R15 Summer Tire Test (2017)A slight weakness in the wet
- 2016 ADAC Tire Test - 185/65 R15 (2016)Compared slightly weaker on dry and wet roads
- 2015 European Tire Test 185/60R14 (2015)Weak in the wet
- 2015 European Tire Test 205/55 R16 (2015)Compared to the best little weaker in the wet
- 2014 ADAC 175/65 R14 Summer Tire Test (2014)
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Wet handling
Minor
in 1 of 9 tests
Details
weakest tire in wet handling
- 2012 Auto Express Summer Tire Test (2012)
Do owners agree with the tests?
Every tester write-up on the Michelin Energy Saver+ (9 tests) and 49 owner reviews were tagged for the aspects they judge. Where both have spoken, this is how they line up.
Where owners and testers agree
- Tread life strength in 7 of 9 tests 27 praise, 4 criticise of 49 reviews · Read those reviews
- Rolling resistance strength in 9 of 9 tests 10 praise, 2 criticise of 49 reviews · Read those reviews
- Dry grip strength in 3 of 9 tests 18 praise, 3 criticise of 49 reviews · Read those reviews
- Dry braking strength in 1 of 9 tests 7 praise, 1 criticise of 49 reviews · Read those reviews
- Dry handling strength in 1 of 9 tests 3 praise, 0 criticise of 49 reviews · Read those reviews
Raised by owners, not by any test of this tire
- Ride comfort no test mentions it 18 praise, 2 criticise of 49 reviews · Read those reviews
- Road noise no test mentions it 11 praise, 5 criticise of 49 reviews · Read those reviews
- Noise as it wears no test mentions it 1 praise, 3 criticise of 49 reviews · Read those reviews
- Steering feel no test mentions it 3 praise, 1 criticise of 49 reviews · Read those reviews
- Value for money no test mentions it 4 praise, 0 criticise of 49 reviews · Read those reviews
Every test, newest first 14
Strong = top two of the field in that measurement. Weak = bottom two.
2018 1 test
2017 1 test
P11 of 16
Beat 33% of the field
2016 1 test
P10 of 16
Beat 40% of the field
2015 4 tests
P3 of 18
Beat 88% of the field
P12 of 54
Beat 78% of the field
P8 of 16
Beat 53% of the field
P15 of 19
Beat 22% of the field
2014 3 tests
P8 of 16
Beat 53% of the field
P7 of 11
Beat 40% of the field
P11 of 17
Beat 38% of the field
2013 3 tests
P8 of 54
Beat 87% of the field
P1 of 19
Beat 100% of the field
P11 of 16
Beat 33% of the field
2012 1 test
P8 of 8
Beat 0% of the field
2012 Auto Express Summer Tire Test
The new Michelin Energy Saver+ had the best rolling resistance, but was the weakest tire in wet handling, proving the balance between fuel economy and wet grip is still difficult to master. Only being average in the dry left the Michelin in last place
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