Wagner ES Brake Pads

Wagner^® Essentials (ES) brake pads offer dependable stopping power and OE-style performance in a cost-effective design made for everyday driving. Designed for commuters and light-duty vehicles, these brake pads provide consistent performance, low noise and a smart, value-focused option for routine replacement.

Reliable Braking at a Value Price

DESIGNED FOR DAILY USE

Engineered for consistent performance in everyday driving, from commuting to weekend errands

OE-STYLE DESIGN

Restores like-new braking performance while matching OE fit, form and function

QUIET OPERATION

Noise-reducing three-layer shim helps limit squeal for quieter braking performance

PAD LIFE MONITORING

Application-specific brake wear sensor detects pad wear and provides a timely alert to support proactive maintenance and preserve braking performance

BUILT TO STAY PUT

Thermoset adhesive secures the friction material to the backplate, maintaining bond integrity through heat, pressure and repeated stops

CORROSION PROTECTION

Powder-coated backplate helps resist rust and extend product life

COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE

Brake pads available for all vehicle types

ZERO-COPPER FORMULATION

Features Wagner OE25™ zero-copper friction formulation

LAB-TESTED PERFORMANCE

Validated on a dynamometer using SAE J2521 (noise), SAE J2522 (effectiveness) and Los Angeles City Traffic protocols to ensure quiet operation, consistent stopping power and pad life

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Why Choose ES Brake Pads

• Built to deliver dependable braking for everyday driving and light-duty use

• OE-style fit and formulation for consistent, reliable braking

• Noise-reducing materials help limit squeal for quieter stops

• Engineered to deliver stable performance in a cost-effective design

WHICH WAGNER PAD IS RIGHT FOR MY VEHICLE?

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	Best For	Corrosion Protection	Quiet Braking	Wagner OE25™ Zero-Copper Formulation	Hardware Included	OE-Style Fit, Form & Function	Comprehensive Coverage
ES Pads	Daily commuting, light-duty driving, budget repairs	Electrostatic powder-coated backplate	3-Layer shim for basic noise control	Yes	No	Yes	Select makes & models
QS Pads	Everyday driving and occasional heavy use	Electrostatic powder-coated backplate	4-Layer, application-specific shim for enhanced noise control	Yes	Most applications	Yes	Major makes & models
OE^X Pads	High-demand drivers, towing, performance-minded vehicles	Electrostatic powder-coated backplate	5-Layer shim and custom pad shape for premium noise control	Yes	All applications	Yes	Major makes & models, 2010 & newer

Better Together

Pairing Wagner ES brake pads with Wagner rotors and calipers helps deliver reliable, OE-style braking for commuters and light-duty vehicles. Matched components work together to reduce noise, maintain consistent performance and support dependable, cost-effective repairs.

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Premium Braking Performance

Wagner OEX brake pads are specifically designed to provide premium braking performance for trucks, SUVs, CUVs and passenger cars. Equipped with a proprietary friction formulation and patented, vehicle-specific and customized slot designs, these pads are engineered to deliver up to two times longer pad life*, less dust, and reduced rotor wear.

*Results based on internal testing comparing new Wagner OEx to other Wagner offerings

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