Evergreen EU72 Reviews - Page 3

Given 31% while driving a Mercedes Benz E320 CDI (225/55 R16 R) on a combination of roads for 4,000 average miles
How I wish I had read the reviews before having these fitted on my Mercedes E320! Like your previous reviewer I have had ultimate confidence in my car but these tyres have made me very cautious especially in the wet.I had Michelin Primacy 3s all round but when she failed MoT I was told rear tyres were worn on the inside and "would I like the garage to replace them for a mid range tyre?" I said Ok without checking as I needed the car but they are rubbish - very hard and noisy with poor grip.I am concerned that in winter conditions they will be even worse as very hard rubber.
Helpful 12 - tyre reviewed on June 2, 2014
Given 38% while driving a Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDi R Line Estate (215/55 R16 W) on mostly motorways for 5,000 average miles
An appalling tyre! My Michelin Primacy 3s were dead and I went to the local tyre depot. The Michelins were a great tyre but quite a price tag and on a average car (passat esstate) were a bit overkill so I asked if they could recommend a mid-range tyre. They came up with the Evergreen EU72, I had never heard of evergreen before but held the tyre depots opinion in high regard as i've been going there for years.

Very quickly is was apparent that these tyres are not mid-range (ie comparable with Toyo, Falken, etc) they are from the budget bin. I know these are not going to stand up to the reputation of the previous Michelin occupants for my wheels but these are significantly nosier, I have lost 4mpg on the daily 100 mile commute and lateral grip is horrendously diminished!

I've had them on the car for a few months now and tried them in numerous different types or roads and conditions and my conclusion on the grip/responsiveness is that stopping distance in increased slightly, but going round corners is horrific to the point where the car I have driven over 70k miles in sometimes now scares me when I go around corners in the wet.

I've only done 5000 miles on them so far and they look as if they will at least match, if not exceed, the 21k I got out of the last tyres.

Maybe these were mis-sold to me and they should never have been recommended as 'mid-range' but these tyres, in my opinion, are mid-range in price but nothing above budget in performance. I will be going back to the premium brands next time.

Stay safe, and choose another tyre.
Helpful 13 - tyre reviewed on May 23, 2014
Given 77% while driving a Volvo XC60 (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 20,000 average miles
Really pleased with these tyres. Noticeably stiffer side walled than the Nexens on previously and the wear is better. Granted it isn't a sports car so I'm not pushing to the limits ever drive but as a good all round road tyre they fit the bill. Continentals did half the mileage and cost twice the price!
Helpful 9 - tyre reviewed on November 30, 2013
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Given 39% while driving a MINI Cooper S Works (205/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 10,000 spirited miles
Had them fitted on my car running on Bilstein PSS coilovers after Toyo DRB's and they are crap.. More noise and understeer at corners! just never gonna buy again!
Helpful 14 - tyre reviewed on August 24, 2013
Given 53% while driving a Vauxhall Insignia CDTI SRI 130 (245/45 R18) on a combination of roads for 15,000 spirited miles
These tyres were put on by the previous owner of my car.

In 15 months of driving with 2 of these at the front of my Insignia I have covered 15,000 spirited miles.

I am an advanced driver, emergency services, so I like to take corners at the limit (without breaking the law).

In all honestly these tyres are actually very good int the dry.

In wet conditions ,the same can not be said! It is a gamble whether or not the front end is going to grip, more often than not the fronts will lose traction and will start skidding.

I really wish they were a better all rounder ask would maybe consider buying again.
Helpful 13 - tyre reviewed on August 17, 2013
Given 79% while driving a Vauxhall Vectra (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 15,000 spirited miles
Could t believe it from a "budget" tyre I have had Michelin, Pirelli and continentals previous and these are honestly the best I have had, lasted ages! (And I still drive like a rally driver in my vectra;) ) Edges worn down pretty quick but I guess that may have something to do with my driving style, brilliant tyres 5*
Helpful 12 - tyre reviewed on August 13, 2013
Given 89% while driving a Renault Megane (205/55 R16 V) on a combination of roads for 2,000 average miles
Had these fitted at mot a month ago.
Just done 2000 miles and they feel as good as the Michelin they replaced.

Do 200 a week commute and find then very quite.and the
grip feels good at motorway speeds.
Did 1000 last week touring round Scotland and felt like I
had a premium brand on the front.
Will fit to rear when my Avons year down.
And yes i do push on a roads to legal limits
Helpful 13 - tyre reviewed on July 23, 2013
Given 47% while driving a Honda Civic Type R (205/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 6,000 spirited miles
Had these tyres fitted for free when I purchased my car. At first,once the tyres had worn in a bit I thought they were good both in wet and dry. But will say that the road feedback is very poor. After 2.5k miles the tyre property changes and I did not feel as confident. At high speeds when changing lane or going round a bend or roundabout,the car tends to slip slightly and can be unpredictable with a car some would class as a good handling. This also includes wheel spinning when switching to 2nd gear. All this is accounted due to my driving style. Have had my tyres switched round now,but just mainly let down by the feedback..
Overall opinion is for the rrp they are at,if you want cheap tyres and drive sensibly...id say go for it
if you are a spirited driver,go for a more premium brand
Helpful 12 - tyre reviewed on July 21, 2013
Given 89% while driving a Toyota Celica VVTLi (205/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 6,000 spirited miles
budget tyre a first for me i was fed up with loesing the rear end with 2x the price perrili tyres
Helpful 13 - tyre reviewed on April 7, 2013
Given 76% while driving a Ford FPV GT P (245/45 R18 W) on mostly motorways for 40 average miles
Great value for what you pay,quiet,stable,and I think better than some premium brands...
Helpful 11 - tyre reviewed on April 2, 2013
Given 71% while driving a BMW 120d (205/50 R17 W) on a combination of roads for 4,000 spirited miles
great price/value
Helpful 12 - tyre reviewed on February 26, 2013
Given 90% while driving a Renault Clio 182 cup (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 9,000 spirited miles
Fantastic tyres!! better than the likes of Toyo or Dunflop. Had 2 ut on the front on recommendation from a tyre place and never looked back, so much so i have now replaced the back 2 with them as well now, didnt get stuck in the snow, even when premium tyred cars were stuck! handles like a dream on these, really progressive they do not suddenly let go even when driving like a spanner. fully recommend these!!!
Helpful 11 - tyre reviewed on February 6, 2013