Michelin Primacy 4

Strengths

Outstanding performance and handling on dry roads, with short braking distances.

Very good and balanced performance on both dry and wet surfaces.

High mileage and low wear, offering excellent durability.

Low rolling resistance, resulting in improved fuel efficiency.

Good steering response and safe reserves against aquaplaning.

Weaknesses

Slight weaknesses on wet surfaces, particularly in aquaplaning resistance.

Relatively high price compared to competitors.

Customer Popularity

80%

Customer Popularity

Based on 79 reviews

What customers like ...

Low noise 18
Handling 16
Long lifespan 12
Fuel efficiency 9
Good performance on wet roads 8

What customers dislike ...

Price 5
Soft rubber 3
Low tread depth 3
Noise increase over time 3
Manufacturing defects 2

Performance Analysis: Michelin Primacy 4

This graph shows how the tyre ranks across different properties compared to other tested tyres. Higher percentile means better performance - 100% means better than every tyre in every test, 0% means worse than every tyre in every test.

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Dry braking

Comfort

Wet braking

Exterior noise

Wet circle cornering

Interior noise

Wet handling

Dry handling

Aquaplaning - longitudal

Aquaplaning - cross

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Timeline

2019

Michelin Primacy 4 was tested 3x (ACE,...)

2020

Michelin Primacy 4 was tested 3x (Teknikens,...) and won the Teknikens 225/50 R17 test.

2021

Michelin Primacy 4 was tested 7x (Firmenauto,...) and won the Firmenauto 195/55 R16 test.

2022

Michelin Primacy 4 was tested 7x (ADAC,...) and won the Promobil 235/55 R17 test.

2022

Michelin Primacy 4 got replaced by Michelin Primacy 4+

Sizes

Michelin Primacy 4 is made in 383 sizes, starting from 155/80 R14 up to 305/35 R23.

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Runflat

There are 3 runflat variants of Michelin Primacy 4 available.
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R14 - R23

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Comparison with Michelin Primacy 4:

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• Aquaplaning - cross
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Bridgestone worse at:

• Exterior noise
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Efficient Grip Performance 2

R15 - R20

4.05/5

Comparison with Michelin Primacy 4:

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• Aquaplaning - cross
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Goodyear worse at:

• Dry braking
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PremiumContact 6

R15 - R22

3.9/5

Comparison with Michelin Primacy 4:

Continental better at:

• Dry handling
• Wet handling
• Aquaplaning - cross

Continental worse at:

• Exterior noise
• Comfort
• Interior noise

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Cinturato P7

R15 - R20

3.75/5

Comparison with Michelin Primacy 4:

Pirelli better at:

• Aquaplaning - cross
• Aquaplaning - longitudal
• Comfort

Pirelli worse at:

• Wet circle cornering
• Dry braking
• Exterior noise

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Proxes Comfort

R14 - R20

3.7/5

Comparison with Michelin Primacy 4:

Toyo better at:

• Aquaplaning - cross
• Aquaplaning - longitudal
• Exterior noise

Toyo worse at:

• Wet braking
• Comfort
• Dry braking

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ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun

R14 - R22

3.6/5

Comparison with Michelin Primacy 4:

Falken better at:

• Aquaplaning - cross
• Aquaplaning - longitudal

Falken worse at:

• Interior noise
• Dry braking
• Wet handling

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Advantage

R14 - R20

3.3/5

Comparison with Michelin Primacy 4:

BFGoodrich better at:

• Interior noise

BFGoodrich worse at:

• Wet circle cornering
• Wet handling
• Dry braking

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Ventus Prime3 K125

R15 - R20

2.6/5

Comparison with Michelin Primacy 4:

Hankook better at:

• Dry handling
• Exterior noise
• Aquaplaning - cross

Hankook worse at:

• Interior noise
• Wet circle cornering
• Comfort

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EcoContact 6

R13 - R23

2.4/5

Comparison with Michelin Primacy 4:

Continental better at:

• Exterior noise
• Interior noise

Continental worse at:

• Dry braking
• Aquaplaning - longitudal
• Wet braking

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Michelin Primacy 4 in tyre tests

All tyre tests where Michelin Primacy 4 was featured:

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Autobild Summer tyre test 2022 215/55 R17
exemplary
Ranked #3 of 21

Securing the 3rd spot out of 21 competitors, the Michelin Primacy 4 stood out with a final rating of 'Exemplary'. Esteemed for its impressive handling qualities, sharp steering, efficient aquaplaning resistance, short braking distances, very high mileage, and low rolling resistance, it clearly demonstrated superior performance. Despite its higher price level, the tire shone in disciplines, notably excelling in dry handling and comfort, affirming its exceptional blend of safety and durability without sacrificing driving pleasure. This performance delineates it as a top choice for drivers seeking a reliable summer tire.

Name	Wet	Dry	Running costs
Best values in test	1	2+	1+
Michelin Primacy 4	2	1-	1-
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Source: reifenpresse.de

Autobild Summer tyre test 2022 235/55 R18
good
Ranked #4 of 10

Name	Wet	Dry	Offroad
Best values in test	2+	2+	2+
Michelin Primacy 4	1-	2+	2-
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Source: reifenpresse.de

Autozeitung Summer tyre test 2022 215/55 R17
highly recommended
Ranked #4 of 10

Name	Wet	Dry
Best values in test	146	134
Michelin Primacy 4	125	133
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Source: reifenpresse.de

Autobild Summer tyre test 2022 215/55 R17

Ranked #8 of 51

Name	Stopping distance on dry	Stopping distance on wet
Best values in test	35,7	27,5
Michelin Primacy 4	36,2	29,3
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Source: www.autobild.de

ADAC Summer tyre test 2022 215/60 R16
good
Ranked #2 of 18

Name	Wet	Dry	Noise	Wear	Fuel consumption
Best values in test	2,1	1,5	2,4	1,0	1,2
Michelin Primacy 4	2,5	1,7	2,8	1,5	1,4
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Source: www.adac.de

ADAC Summer tyre test 2022 185/65 R15
good
Ranked #3 of 16

Securing the third position among 16 competitors, the Michelin Primacy 4 earned a "Good" rating for its outstanding performance. This tire distinguished itself as notably balanced, delivering exceptionally on both dry and wet roads, alongside showing relatively low wear. Its capabilities shone through, notably excelling in disciplines such as dry braking and wet circle cornering, highlighting its robustness across various conditions. Testers found no specific weaknesses in this tire, underscoring its all-around effectiveness and reliability. The Michelin Primacy 4's performance not only showcases its superior design but also cements it as a highly recommended choice for drivers seeking a tire that combines durability with excellent road handling.

Name	Wet	Dry	Noise	Wear	Fuel consumption
Best values in test	1,7	1,6	2,7	1	1,7
Michelin Primacy 4	2,0	1,8	2,9	2,0	2,1
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Source: www.adac.de

Promobil Summer tyre test 2022 235/55 R17
highly recommended
Ranked #1 of 8

Name	Wet	Dry	Enviromental impact
Best values in test	7,3	7,7	5,9
Michelin Primacy 4	8,8	9,1	10
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Source: www.promobil.de

GTÜ Summer tyre test 2021 225/45 R17
highly recommended
Ranked #5 of 9

Name	Points total	Wet	Dry	Enviromental impact	Running costs
Best values in test	157	68	54	22	20
Michelin Primacy 4	151	63	53	22	13
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Source: media1.autoservicepraxis.de

Firmenauto Summer tyre test 2021 195/55 R16
good
Ranked #1 of 11

Name	Points total	Wet	Dry	Rolling resistance	Noise
Best values in test	8,9	8,9	8,7	10	10
Michelin Primacy 4	8,9	8,9	8,7	10	10
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Source: www.firmenauto.de

ADAC Summer tyre test 2021 225/50 R17
satisfactory
Ranked #5 of 17

Securing the 5th position out of 17 contenders, the Michelin Primacy 4 was distinguished particularly for its exceptional performance on dry surfaces and remarkable durability, leading the pack in these areas. When it came to dry braking, safety, and mileage, this tire showcased superior capabilities, establishing itself as the top choice. Testers praised its shortest stopping distance on a dry road at just 35.2 meters, precise steering, highest grip levels, and the early warning it gave before losing traction, ensuring no surprises even when navigating through rapid direction changes. However, its performance slightly dipped in wet conditions, which contributed to a final rating of 'Satisfactory'. Despite delivering satisfactory stopping distances on wet roads and decent resistance to hydroplaning in corners, it couldn't match its dry conditions prowess entirely. Additionally, its fuel efficiency and noise levels were considered average, but it was significantly recognized for its low wear rate, topping the list in this regard.