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Comparison: Sava Intensa UHP 2 vs. Michelin Pilot Sport 5 vs. Firestone Roadhawk 2


The Sava Intensa UHP 2 and the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 are two summer tyres made by Sava and Michelin respectively. There is no newer model that has replaced either of these tyre models. The Sava Intensa UHP 2 features a continuation of the popular Intensa UHP series, following the Sava Intensa UHP model.


In the Autobild test involving 50 tyres, the Sava Intensa UHP 2 ranked 11th while the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 scored significantly better, ranking 6th. The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 notably excelled in the categories of wet braking and mileage.


According to the details, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has been rated at 96% by our reviewers, making it an ultra-high-performance (UUHP) tyre. The Sava Intensa UHP 2, however, had a lower review score of 67% and does not fall under the UUHP category.


Test summaries from Autobild 2025 illustrated pros and cons for each tyre. The advantages of the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 include precise steering behavior, very good driving dynamics, good aquaplaning reserves, and short wet and dry braking. However, the high price was listed as a disadvantage.


The Sava Intensa UHP 2 was praised for its short dry braking, low rolling resistance, and its favorable price level. However, it was criticized for its understeering wet/dry handling and mediocre aquaplaning reserves.


In comparison, depending on your budget and specific needs, you might prefer the top-rated Michelin Pilot Sport 5 for its superior performance, or, if price and low rolling resistance are key factors, the Sava Intensa UHP 2 may be a more suitable option.


In conclusion, both of these tyres offer distinctive strengths and weaknesses, with the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 outperforming the Sava Intensa UHP 2 in overall tests. However, price and specific preferences must also be considered when choosing the suitable tyre.

Test Profile

Sava
Intensa UHP 2
Michelin
Pilot Sport 5
Firestone
Roadhawk 2
Number of tests
15
14
6
Best position
#2
#1
#3
Average position
13.3
3.4
4.7
Latest test
2026
2026
2026
Available sizes
76
70
146

Wet

Wet
Sava Intensa UHP 2
76%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
82%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
86%
Wet handling
Sava Intensa UHP 2
66%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
73%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
88%
Aquaplaning - cross
Sava Intensa UHP 2
84%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
76%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
88%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Sava Intensa UHP 2
78%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
85%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
95%
Wet circle cornering
Sava Intensa UHP 2
77%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
88%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
84%
Wet braking
Sava Intensa UHP 2
67%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
85%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
78%

Dry

Dry
Sava Intensa UHP 2
85%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
85%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
79%
Dry braking
Sava Intensa UHP 2
82%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
87%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
81%
Dry handling
Sava Intensa UHP 2
80%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
85%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
77%

Comfort

Comfort
Sava Intensa UHP 2
72%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
73%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
77%
Exterior noise
Sava Intensa UHP 2
77%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
68%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
66%
Comfort
Sava Intensa UHP 2
60%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
78%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
71%

Costs

Costs
Sava Intensa UHP 2
77%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
87%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
68%
Mileage
Sava Intensa UHP 2
72%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
97%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
38%
Rolling resistance
Sava Intensa UHP 2
74%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
79%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
85%
Price/value
Sava Intensa UHP 2
88%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
79%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
60%

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