Ordered Michelin AS energy saver tires

[dc202]

Originally Posted by Indyking

Well, regardless of the cost, there is also the personal satisfaction of seeing the MPG numbers increase with new tires… I would, myself, get excited by that.

I really think gas prices are poisoned to stay low (bellow 3 or a little over even during summer) for quite some time. The economy is supposedly keeping prices down now but what really drives gas prices is demand. There is a whole new momentum for increased overall FE in the US market; the Prius is selling like water in the desert, almost every car maker is launching a hybrid in 2010 (Hyundai Elantra for instance), EV cars are being announced and will become a reality soon (Nissan Leaf for instance), car makers are introducing smaller and more efficient European or South American models to the US market (Ford Fiesta for instance), the current administration set new MPG goals for car makers, etc... All of which is going to drive demand really lower in the next several years and keep gas prices down.

Strongly disagree. Keep in mind the emerging petrol hungry economies in the world that will drive demand for some time, especially as their economies recover.

[dc202]

Originally Posted by alfon

Well, we took a ride up to Cabelas in Lacey Washington on Monday, mostly highway, Interstate 5 with speed limit to max 70 MPH.

Its hard to tell but they seem to me to be smooth and quieter than the Avid Yoko tires they replaced. The handling seems nice and I am quite impressed with these tires. But the tires are still breaking in with less than 500 miles on them.

The MPG is the biggest improvement I have noticed though.

The most noticable thing is that they really do seem to roll easier. Even my wife, who does not drive for economy, has mentioned to me several times.

alfon

I believe you will find increased wet traction as well (when it eventually starts raining again in our parts . You have made a wise investment that will likely pay dividends well beyond MPG.

[itsnicetobe]

Originally Posted by alfon

Just replaced the Yoko Avid tires with brand new Michelin Energy Saver AS tires, 195 X 65 X 15, at Costco. Price for all 4 tires mounted, balanced, etc. was $465.00.

The Yoko Avid tires are still good, had 11,000 miles on them and will place them on my 2003 VW Jetta TDI Wagon when my Jetta needs new tires propbably in 10,000 miles or so, the same size tire.

On the way home from Warrenton Oregon Costco to Seaside Oregon, about 13 miles, they seem to ride real nice. Note: per my request 44 PSI of Nitrogen in all 4 tires. They also seem to roll very easy.

As far as MPG I believe they will give maybe 1 or 2 or more MPG, than the Yoko Avid tires.

I will keep you updated. Also I believe I am the only 2010 Prius owner to have these tires.

alfon

Are the Michelin Energy Saver AS tires available in 17 inch for the Prius V?

[alfon]

Originally Posted by itsnicetobe

Are the Michelin Energy Saver AS tires available in 17 inch for the Prius V?

Just checked Tire Rack, no 17 inch available in the Michelin Energy Saver AS Tires.

alfon

[XTOY]

Originally Posted by alfon

Yesterday I ordered 4 Michelin Energy Saver (AS) tires from Costco.

I plan on replacing the Yokohama Avid with the Michelin. My 2003 Jetta TDI needs tires and I will place the Yokohama's on the Jetta, same size.

I believe the Michelin Web site states that that these tires can increase your MPG by up to 8%.

Costco told me there is a 30 day money back gurarantee on Michelin tires. I am curious to know if they will get better MPG's than the
factory equiped Yokohama Avid 33. If they don't, I may take them up on that guarantee.

alfon

I purchased a set of 4 Michelin Energy Savers 185/65R15 86T set today from COSTCO. They cost me $526.00 (including, CA Tax, lifetime tire rotation + Road Hazard). Until Oct. 25 they are discounting all Michelin & GY tires $70 if you buy a set of 4.