New tyres for 2011 Octavia TSI 90

[Lucullus]

The car has done 45,000 km. The current tyres are Dunlop Dunlop Sport SP 01 205/60/R15s. At any speed beyond 40 km the tyres are noisy, sounding like the car is running. I have been looking at Michelin Energy XM2s. What replacement tyres would forum members recommend?

Lucullus

[Martin]

Remember that any new tyre is going to be quieter for you due to having a fresh 6mm of tread depth
(If you didn't have power steering you would also notice new tyres give lighter steering feel/effort)

How about this for a giggle, the Zeetex silent tire
ZEETEX 215/60R15 94H ZT102

[Martin]

Also check out this site - it's awesome getting huge feedback from so many people

The Michelin Energy XM2 has not been rated well - comfort is very low
(Note - only 7 reviewers so don't read too much into it)
Michelin Energy XM2 | the Michelin Energy XM2 reviewed and rated | the online tyre guide

The Continental Eco Contact 5 was rated much better
Continental Eco Contact 5 | the Continental Eco Contact 5 reviewed and rated | the online tyre guide

The Zeetex was rated highly on comfort by 1 reviewer
Zeetex ZT102 | the Zeetex ZT102 reviewed and rated | the online tyre guide