New Rubber Compounds
- New formulation of full silica tread compound that contacts the ground in micro-scale resulting in better grip throughout the life of the tyre.
- New formulation of full silica tread compound that bonds stronger from filler to filler, resulting in minimized wear leading to longer mileage.

25% More Mileage
- MICHELIN ENERGY XM2+ Tyres lasts 25% longer compared to other premium tyre brands.*
* The new MICHELIN Energy XM2+ lasts longer than premium competitors by 25% . Longevity test conducted by China Automotive Technology and Research Center Co.,Ltd (CATARC) (an independent 3rd party), on Michelin's request, in September 2018 in TianJin, China, on dimension 205/55 R16 91V on Volkswagen GOLF7 comparing MICHELIN ENERGY XM2+ versus Premium Competitors (figures represent the average of 5 other premium brands). Longevity test run in average real usage with 20,000 km run and estimated longevity at the depth of Tread Wear Indicator.

https://www.michelin.com.my/auto/tyres/energy-xm2-plus


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XM2 lasted up to 115k km (6 years usage) with 2 mm residual thread depth for my Avanza.
Can XM2+ do much more than that ?

This post has been edited by zeng: Jun 17 2019, 07:27 PM

The tires will be crazy noisy by the time it almost time to change. Harder compound usually last longer also noisier.

Perfect tire for taxi drivers. 😂

More noice and less contact due to low rolling resistance.

Really not recommended for normal user expt grab or taxi.

let the product out and review in before commenting guys

I am using XM2 on one of my car. Amazing when it's new. But once pass the half way mark, it's so noisy and the grip was no where near when I was new.

i duno why so many plp. like xm2
its very expensive in its class, i mean u can get a dunlop j5, cc6, or others which performance just as good with mucj affordable price.

Yup. Did 54k km on them and changed them. Noisy and bad chipping at the tread face.

None of them last as long as XM series and Dunlop is crap on wet roads. I drove a car with these and skidded at a highway turn off. Luckily I have Takumi godlike skills to correct the car before it rams the barrier.

Another good eco tyres to be considered - toyo neo3 , I’m on 2nd sets of them already , and it’s broader than xm2.

Last long its good but advisable to change after three years, no?

Manufacturers say 10 years or 1.6 mm residual thread depth.
Other than this is just ..opinions and bias.

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This post has been edited by zeng: Jun 22 2019, 08:42 AM

Assuming they don't just go for used Silverstone at sub RM100 per piece lol

Hahaha yeah, can be less than rm50/pc actually.

Yeah lol
That's crazy levels of cheap XD

I also think the same. The price I can get Toyo TR1, add a tiny bit getting Potenza R030.

This post has been edited by candidman78: Jun 22 2019, 02:52 PM

I was quoted RM225 per piece for 195 55 15 of the XM2+.... Yokohama Advan Fleva only RM195, Potenza RE003 for RM190, Hankook Evo2 for RM185, Toyo TR1 for RM190...

This post has been edited by mym123: Jun 22 2019, 06:12 PM

Was quoted yoko bluearth rm140/pc for 185/60/14, including installation, labour, rubber valve, alignment, balancing. Should be good price I think.

looks like minor change in the tread pattern

This post has been edited by Kyusuke_FD3S: Jun 24 2019, 06:23 PM

and ps3 rm205

How long can XM2+ last? How long did XM2 last previously?

Usually UHP tyre last roughly 2~2.5 years. Some even shorter

It depends on the driver's needs.

I vote on better grip, handling & safety

Which shop quote you that price? Shop located in JB?

PJ

Wow.. all the while we're told it's 5 years but if I had Continental tires, I would try to see how long it would last.

Since my wife Rio came with CSC5, I think I would try to go for 10 years. The car has only done 13K and tires still look great. I was considering to change since tires were manufactured in 2014. Now I can be assured.

Old XM2 any offer ? Drop in price?

yeah..cheaper now..believe its because of their new product xm2+ in market already

Not sure how much the pricing now for old version XM2?

anyone using this set? what is the threadwear? XM2 rated at 420.. XM2+? 450?

which size?
btw, i went to the shop to see the xm2+ thread.can say almost same with xm2.they claim different material

Any idea if the new material is of lower (manufacturing) cost with reduced tyre life, or otherwise ?

This post has been edited by zeng: Jul 15 2019, 07:18 PM

My tire size is 185 R60 15, today I just changed 2 x XM2 tyre as due to no stock for XM2+,
RM215 per pcs, free balancing, how come there is no discount for old stock even I ask them for many times?

This is Micheline dealer in Penang.

This post has been edited by A1700: Jul 16 2019, 07:33 AM

its new stock 2019 for xm2 but suppose with the lauching of xm2+,it become cheaper.
in central region your size can get rm 180+-

according to the shop he told me different material.will be more grip and quieter although the thread design is the same

Thanks.
More grip and quieter would likely mean softer rubber material leading to shorter tyre life in relation to harder XM2.
At similar price levels I would give it a miss as I don't see having problem with so called XM2 noise.

anyway not proven yet..need to try it first. those are only comment from shop.

I think they cheated on you. All dealer will clear their old stock first.

all sifu here. Who have changed to xm2+ tyre?
does it write xm2+ on the tyre or just xm2?

there is a plus on the sidewall..try to look for it

Finally put the xm2+ (175/65/R15) on my car. Same tread pattern. Was thinking of upgrade to the primacy 4 (195/60/R15) but the xm2 arrived just on time. Their price is almost same for the same tyre figures.

After 500km done, the new Xm2+ Much for silent than xm2. Because they shared the same compound with primacy4 (as well as the silence feel) and could be as silent as primacy4. Tested on the most noisy flyover that I have to take it almost everyday(few km). Before this I can’t hear the lower volume music when I on that flyover (really noisy) Now it can hear it clearly.

And the most beautiful part is.... My car readings have 2.5km/L more compare to previous tyres. 13.5Km/L become 16km/L

As for performance don’t compare with the premium sport tyres as its not gonna performs as good as ps4 ps3 or any other thinker sidewall tyres, so xm2+ are relatively weak at super fast corner, mine is 65 profile. But It still can drive quite aggressively even on the wet and brake very well. I think it’s gonna be good with 55 profiles.

The other day I hit a big holes (on both passenger side front and back tyres) the round big one without the steel cover!!! I thought my tyres with stuck in the holes!!!! Guess what? And surprisingly no issue even with the rim. This tyre can absorbs super harsh road conditions!!

Thanks bro found the plus sign!

Were u able to find out the price of primacy 4 for that size? I been looking for it.

how's the thread wear like? 500km is a lot

Plan to change to Michelin XM2 Plus soon as well, from Proton's stock Silverstone ; but the price right now seems a little high, so may wait for another couple of months.

Thanks for the review.

Posting for pricing reference, change to XM2+ yesterday at Melaka. Total price for 4 wheels are RM900 including alignment. Size 185/55/16

Just wondering hows the different between cc6 and xm2+ . My cc6 already due to change. Am looking for comfort and silent ride

This post has been edited by gahpadu: Aug 25 2019, 09:36 PM

obviously cc6 is more quiet and comfort compare to xm2+

Txs alot

just change XM2+, 215/60/16...per piece is 292 plus installation and balancing...

4 tyres changes sekali, $1168 gone............

interesting price sir. plan to get xm2+ in 205/60/15 soon
if you don't mind, share the name & location of the shop?

google for oscar tyre, at persiaran kemuning (Shah Alam) Area. this place is famous with throwing price. better go earlier, long waiting Q...good luck

initially wan to try good year, but they don have stock. so go back to Michelin xm2.

Hi, may I get the pm on which shop in melaka for the price? Thanks alot.

why xm2+ 195/60/r16 so expensive
lazada 35x to shop nearby 380 per pc

changed at Hing Leong klang kedai papan with credit card payment total : RM858

185/55R16 x 4 + alignment

try shop around shah alam..rm 33x

cant be brand new? where to angkat gotany tauke sell that price?

205/60/15 is passenger car tyre or van?

Arent it thick and tall? Havent seen one yet

How's the noise level for this tyre?

My priority is quite and comfort, and I don't drive fast, should I get this tyre?

This post has been edited by WiLeKiyO: Oct 31 2019, 01:13 AM

After 70000-80000 km it is a bit noisy .

He's asking the improved version XM2+, I think yours the previous XM2?
Supposed XM2+ improved compound should be much better I guess...

Oops , yes mine is XM2 .
Someone here quoted sources saying XM2+ is said to be quieter than XM2 , so I would speculate its rubber compound is softer with shorter tyre life .
Maybe someone can enlighten us XM2+ wear index ??

Just changed to XM2+ 185/60/R15. Threadwear 420.
Initial impression it's superb quiet, much quieter than another "green eco saving" tyre.

Wow, maintaining 420 threadwear with improved noise reduction ?
That's a bonus .

but how much per donut?

i dunno previous XM2, I'm comparing with other brand. "Massive" noise reduction now I can hear my car's absorber working psst psst when driving 80km/h.

i bought 190. can get cheaper 182 but the place quite far +-30km single trip so not worth to travel so far

Just change mine 195/55/55 @210 @kajang. Still very new for review

XM2+ 185/60R14. Just changed all 4 tyres at RM 170 each, inclusive of balancing at Klang. I was quoted RM 180 during Oct.

Not sure if this price is cheaper than most. Just FYI.

i think it is a good price, mind sharing shop name and address? can pm me pls?

going to change XM2+ 185/55/15...

May i know where is the shop ?

Sure. Done.

This post has been edited by imgaylord: Nov 14 2019, 03:29 AM

Sure. Shared in PM.

This post has been edited by imgaylord: Nov 14 2019, 03:28 AM

I was quoted RM200 each 175/65 R15 which include of balancing, alignment and valve if I change 4 tyres. Not sure is cheap or not. Shop in Puchong.

Tyre shop in Klang quoted me RM 190 each which inclusive of Balancing & rubber valve only.

alignment included, and valve?

Based on my past experience, when changing 4 tyres at 1 go, this shop usually quote the price inclusive of balancing, alignment & new rubber valve for each new tyre.

However, my car didn't need alignment this time after test drive. Partly because last balancing & alignment was done not long ago (less than 1k km), and I use back my own metal valve.

I know many tyre shops use the following technic to attract customer at borderline of dishonest way:
1. Very cheap tyre with hidden cost. Cut our throat at balancing / alignment / etc.
2. Must adjust chamber or else can't do alignment properly. In most cases, this is bullshit.

But this shop is not 1 of them, at least in my opinion for so many years. If you're really keen to change this month (since price may fluctuates monthly), I can help you to find out the nett price. You may PM me your tyre specification and other services you want to include.

Comparing with which brand? On the noise reduction..

Where please TIA

Shared to you.

Pls share the shop, tq

Shared.

replaced mine 185/60 r15 last week, initial impressions, felt heavier than the previous ecopia 150, but really quiet and grip is good as well, no significant difference in FC

Is the heavier feeling comes from the installed tyre pressure being on the lower end ?

is xm2+ the best money can buy for 175/65/15 & 185/55/15? if money if not an issue, is there any other better alternatives? choices are so limited for these 2 sizes

nah, checked and adjusted tyre pressure immediately after the installation, maybe the previous EP150 was really that bald theres not much rolling resistance i'm not sure it sure as hell doesn't look that bad.

in fact i might go as far as saying FC improved

Without obtaining confirmation from you numerically , I would speculate car OEM manufacturer recommended 30/32(?) psi is being followed by the air 'pumper' .

At tyre manufacturer permitted psi of say, 36 - 40 the car steering simply can't be heavier , doesn't matter China or Michelin tyres .

Science suggests rolling resistance of brand new soft tyres increases relatively to your 'throw away' hardened tyres , everything else being equal .

Your statement in bold above is contrarian to science .

Edit: Am not trying to be argumentative ( with your statement in bold) , but to straighten up the wrong to the right .

This post has been edited by zeng: Nov 19 2019, 12:52 PM

that's quite alright, you learn something new everyday.

I mean my experiences are purely based on my layman understanding, the new Xm2+ definitely felt heavier than the previous ones but FC did improve.

All in all, pretty happy with it but lets see long term usage, i did have XM2s before and they were good while new but after a certain amount of time, it became very loud, lasting yes, but loud also a resounding yes lol

this tyre good for highway driving?

M looking for xm2+ 205/55/16. Anyone know any reliable tyre shop in puchong?

PM me the address please.tq

yes....use it for my sienta...

a bit noisy..but comfort and grip

May i know that Klang shop name? thanks

noisy? oh wow... you using XM2 or XM2+? or your car wheel bearing not good already?
Can't believe noisy, mine currently still "noiseless". only wtf the wind noise now damn loud because now no tyre noise..

I was using XM2. When new >50% of thread, it's very quiet and nice but once it reaches more than half of it's life, it gets real noisy.

Xm2+..

Im comparing with my prev bridgestone tyre..

In term of quietness...bridgestone > michelin..

But in term of handling in hot and rainy..xm2+ way better

Which Bridgestone model?

Turanza er33

I see, Bridgestone ER33 used to be premium touring tyre, for those Camry, Accord luxury car.
XM2+ is actually same range with Ecopia EP300, budget economic tyre (expensive due to Michelin brand). For direct replacement of your previous ER33, it should be Primacy 4 series which also designed for luxury car.
However, i'm still amazed with the silence of this XM2+ on my Polo Sedan, it was so silent until I can hear my shock absorber working psst psst driving on 80km/h above :-)

Can recommend any in Kepong or pj area for xm2+ 185/55/15?

This post has been edited by icebabycool: Dec 23 2019, 09:52 AM