Head to head · Car Tyres
Michelin vs MRF: which should you buy?
Our verdictMichelin Energy XM2+ (185/65 R15)
The premium pick: shortest wet braking, lasts the longest
₹5,850
indicative price · score 9/10
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ContenderMRF ZLX (185/65 R15)
India's default replacement: everywhere, durable, quiet enough
₹4,350
indicative price · score 8.2/10
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Michelin is the better product (9 vs 8.2) but MRF is 26% cheaper. If the budget stretches, buy the Michelin; if value is the priority, the MRF gives you most of the experience for less.
Verdicts are generated from our scoring formula and current indicative prices - never sponsored.
| Specification | Michelin | MRF |
|---|---|---|
| Price (indicative) | ₹5,850 | ₹4,350 |
| SimplyCompare score | 9/10 | 8.2/10 |
| Size | 185/65 R15 | 185/65 R15 |
| Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Warranty | 5 yr | 5 yr |
| Life | ~60,000 km | ~50,000 km |
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