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Michelin Primacy 4+

Summer
Premium
7.1 /10 Conditionally recommended

Built for comfort and longevity. The Primacy 4+ delivers outstanding mileage, low noise, and a smooth ride — all backed by short braking distances. Aquaplaning reserves and wet grip are modest, but if you value a quiet, comfortable ride with low running costs, this is the Michelin to get.

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Pros & Cons

Strengths

Exceptionally well-balanced tire with strong performance on both dry and wet roads.

Very high mileage and durability, making it economical over the long term.

Short braking distances and good grip in both wet and dry conditions, with high aquaplaning resistance.

Low rolling resistance and weight, contributing to better fuel efficiency and a good environmental footprint.

Comfortable and quiet ride, with precise and pleasant steering response.

Weaknesses

Slightly reduced wet grip and aquaplaning protection compared to newer competitors, resulting in longer stopping distances and less traction in wet conditions.

Somewhat weaker dry handling and grip during aggressive maneuvers, with a tendency towards oversteer in rapid lane changes.

Higher price point compared to other options.

Increased noise on rough asphalt surfaces.

History

Primacy 32016–20188.5Primacy 42019–20228.5Primacy 4+2023–20257.1Primacy 52025–20268.4
2022

Michelin Primacy 4+ was launched and replaced Michelin Primacy 4.

2023
2× Tested
Autoklub ČR205/55 R16#2
ADAC205/55 R16#3Good
2024
8× Tested1× Winner
Autobild205/55 R161stExemplary
ADAC215/55 R17#2Good
ACE225/45 R17#3Highly recommended
Autobild225/55 R17#4Exemplary
Autobild205/55 R16#5
Autozeitung225/45 R17#7
Vibilagare215/55 R17#7
Automotorsport235/55 R18#8Good
2025
2× Tested
Autobild215/55 R18#4Good
TYRE REVIEWS225/50 R17#5Recommended
2025

Michelin Primacy 4+ got replaced by Michelin Primacy 5

Tests (13)

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13 Tests 1× Winner 8× Recommended
Autobild Summer
205/55 R16
Winner
ADAC Summer
215/55 R17
#2 Of 16 Tyres
ADAC2024
2ndGood
VW T-Roc
ADAC Summer
205/55 R16
#3 Of 30 Tyres

Sizes (64)

1 Variants

81H
185/55 R16From £148

3 Variants

8387VHXL.
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195/50 R16From £147

1 Variants

88VXL
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195/55 R16From £128

6 Variants

8791VHTXL
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195/65 R16From £164

1 Variants

92V
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205/45 R16From £148

2 Variants

83WH
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205/55 R16From £89

5 Variants

9194WVHXL
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205/60 R16From £122

4 Variants

9692WVH
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205/65 R16From £172

1 Variants

95V
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215/55 R16From £151

3 Variants

9793WVXL
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215/60 R16From £143

4 Variants

9995VHXL
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215/65 R16From £164

2 Variants

98102VXL
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215/70 R16From £154

1 Variants

100H
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225/50 R16From £165

1 Variants

92W
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225/55 R16From £157

3 Variants

9995YWXL
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225/60 R16From £175

2 Variants

10298WVXL
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245/70 R16From £174

1 Variants

111HXL
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Ratings

Tested By professional organizations

Exemplary4× (44%)
Recommended5× (56%)

Performance by size

xxx/xx R16 9.5xxx/xx R17 9.3xxx/xx R18 8.5205/xx Rxx 9.5215/xx Rxx 8.5225/xx Rxx 9.5235/xx Rxx 8.5

Frequently asked questions

Where is Michelin Primacy 4+ made?
Michelin Primacy 4+ is made in Spain.

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