Michelin Primacy 4+
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Table of contents:
Pros and cons
- Short braking distance on dry roads
- Great handling on dry roads
- Exceptional handling on the wet
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Customer Popularity
88%
Customer Popularity
Based on 16 reviews
What customers like ...
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Quiet operation 4
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Good handling 3
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Good price-performance ratio 3
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Long lifespan 2
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Overall quality 2
What customers dislike ...
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Feels a bit hard 1
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Shallow tread depth 1
Comparison
Wet road
Dry road - safety
Kumho Ecsta HS52 105%
Michelin Primacy 4+ 100%
Dry road - sportiness
Kumho Ecsta HS52 105%
Michelin Primacy 4+ 100%
Mileage
Aquaplaning
Achievements
Best
Exterior noise
Autozeitung 2024
Autobild 2024
Adac 2023
Best
Aquaplaning - cross
Adac 2023
Best
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Adac 2023
Best
Dry braking
Adac 2023
Best
Dry handling
Ace 2024
Best
Wet braking
Adac 2023
Timeline
2022
Michelin Primacy 4+ was launched and replaced Michelin Primacy 4.
2023
Michelin Primacy 4+ was tested 3x (Autoklub ČR,...)
2024
Michelin Primacy 4+ was tested 8x (Autobild,...) and won the Autobild 205/55 R16 test.
Sizes
Michelin Primacy 4+ is made in 122 sizes, starting from 185/50 R16 up to 245/40 R21.
16"
17"
18"
21"
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Michelin Primacy 4+ in tyre tests
All tyre tests where Michelin Primacy 4+ was featured:All tests
ADAC Summer tyre test 2024 215/55 R17
good
Ranked #2 of 16
Securing an impressive second place among 16 competitors, the Michelin Primacy 4+ showcased its distinction with a final rating of 'Good'. This tire stood out for its balanced performance, exhibiting secure handling on both dry and wet roads, complemented by its commendably short braking distances. Its performance on dry tarmac was notable for good steering feedback and a reliable behavior at the limit, ensuring a safe driving experience. Although performing admirably on wet surfaces, with good handling and braking, it slightly faltered in aquaplaning tests, narrowly missing a top-notch rating in this respect. Moreover, the Primacy 4+ was praised for its environmental credentials, achieving a high score for its very high projected mileage, minimal wear, and efficient fuel consumption attributed to its low weight. This comprehensive evaluation affirmed the tire's strength in safety and environmental friendliness, albeit with a minor note on aquaplaning performance.
good
Ranked #2 of 16
Securing an impressive second place among 16 competitors, the Michelin Primacy 4+ showcased its distinction with a final rating of 'Good'. This tire stood out for its balanced performance, exhibiting secure handling on both dry and wet roads, complemented by its commendably short braking distances. Its performance on dry tarmac was notable for good steering feedback and a reliable behavior at the limit, ensuring a safe driving experience. Although performing admirably on wet surfaces, with good handling and braking, it slightly faltered in aquaplaning tests, narrowly missing a top-notch rating in this respect. Moreover, the Primacy 4+ was praised for its environmental credentials, achieving a high score for its very high projected mileage, minimal wear, and efficient fuel consumption attributed to its low weight. This comprehensive evaluation affirmed the tire's strength in safety and environmental friendliness, albeit with a minor note on aquaplaning performance.
| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,6 | 1,7 | |||||
| Michelin Primacy 4+ | 1,7 | 2,2 | |||||
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Automotorsport Summer tyre test 2024 235/55 R18
good
Ranked #8 of 8
Securing the last place among eight contenders, the Michelin Primacy 4+ certainly had a mixed performance. Despite its position, it managed to earn a 'Good' final rating, highlighting a complex evaluation. This tyre exhibited significantly short braking distances and responsive handling on dry asphalt, marking its strengths. However, it faced criticism for its long braking distances on wet surfaces, alongside weak cornering grip and poor traction under the same conditions. Concerns were also raised regarding its aquaplaning protection and an increased risk of oversteer during rapid lane changes and load transfer situations on dry roads. Interestingly, the tyre shined in terms of rolling resistance, having the best performance in this category, suggesting an impressive efficiency that unfortunately came at the expense of safety features.
good
Ranked #8 of 8
Securing the last place among eight contenders, the Michelin Primacy 4+ certainly had a mixed performance. Despite its position, it managed to earn a 'Good' final rating, highlighting a complex evaluation. This tyre exhibited significantly short braking distances and responsive handling on dry asphalt, marking its strengths. However, it faced criticism for its long braking distances on wet surfaces, alongside weak cornering grip and poor traction under the same conditions. Concerns were also raised regarding its aquaplaning protection and an increased risk of oversteer during rapid lane changes and load transfer situations on dry roads. Interestingly, the tyre shined in terms of rolling resistance, having the best performance in this category, suggesting an impressive efficiency that unfortunately came at the expense of safety features.
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| Name | Points total | ||||||
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| Best values in test | 87 | ||||||
| Michelin Primacy 4+ | 75 | ||||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
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| Best values in test | 214 | 47 | 92 | 13 | 5 | ||
| Michelin Primacy 4+ | 204 | 65 | 116 | 17 | 6 | ||
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2024 205/55 R16
exemplary
Ranked #1 of 20
The Michelin Primacy 4+ secured the top position, finishing 1 out of 20 competitors, in a renowned tyre performance evaluation. Notably, it received a final rating of 'Exemplary' due to its well-balanced attributes, high performance potential, and impressive handling qualities. A standout feature of this tyre includes its short braking distances on dry surfaces, which contributes significantly to its overall safety profile. Furthermore, it was praised for its exemplary tread life and cost-effectiveness, marking it as a wise investment for consumers. Additionally, the Michelin Primacy 4+ was singled out for its exceptional performance in reducing exterior noise, offering a quieter and more comfortable driving experience. This combination of features underscores the tyre's superior design and engineering, making it a preferred choice for discerning drivers.
exemplary
Ranked #1 of 20
The Michelin Primacy 4+ secured the top position, finishing 1 out of 20 competitors, in a renowned tyre performance evaluation. Notably, it received a final rating of 'Exemplary' due to its well-balanced attributes, high performance potential, and impressive handling qualities. A standout feature of this tyre includes its short braking distances on dry surfaces, which contributes significantly to its overall safety profile. Furthermore, it was praised for its exemplary tread life and cost-effectiveness, marking it as a wise investment for consumers. Additionally, the Michelin Primacy 4+ was singled out for its exceptional performance in reducing exterior noise, offering a quieter and more comfortable driving experience. This combination of features underscores the tyre's superior design and engineering, making it a preferred choice for discerning drivers.
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Autozeitung Summer tyre test 2024 225/45 R17
Ranked #7 of 9
Finishing 7th out of 9 competitors, the Michelin Primacy 4+ demonstrated a mixed performance. The tyre is lauded for its exceptionally energy-efficient and smooth rolling characteristics, a testament to its traditional strength in minimizing rolling resistance. It excels in comfort, exterior noise reduction, and rolling resistance, outperforming all others in these areas. However, it faces criticism for its performance under dry conditions, where it tends to understeer when driven aggressively, and lacks the dynamism some might expect. Steering precision and lateral support are moderate, though the tyre's reactions are never critically negative. The most significant downside noted was its performance in wet conditions; the Michelin Primacy 4+ trades its excellent rolling resistance for subpar wet handling capabilities, including the slowest lap time and the longest braking distance in wet tests, indicating limited wet grip which ultimately hindered a stronger overall result.
Ranked #7 of 9
Finishing 7th out of 9 competitors, the Michelin Primacy 4+ demonstrated a mixed performance. The tyre is lauded for its exceptionally energy-efficient and smooth rolling characteristics, a testament to its traditional strength in minimizing rolling resistance. It excels in comfort, exterior noise reduction, and rolling resistance, outperforming all others in these areas. However, it faces criticism for its performance under dry conditions, where it tends to understeer when driven aggressively, and lacks the dynamism some might expect. Steering precision and lateral support are moderate, though the tyre's reactions are never critically negative. The most significant downside noted was its performance in wet conditions; the Michelin Primacy 4+ trades its excellent rolling resistance for subpar wet handling capabilities, including the slowest lap time and the longest braking distance in wet tests, indicating limited wet grip which ultimately hindered a stronger overall result.
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,4 | 25,8 | |||||
| Michelin Primacy 4+ | 36,3 | 27,7 | |||||
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2024 225/55 R17
exemplary
Ranked #4 of 10
Securing a commendable 4th place among 10 contenders, the Michelin Primacy 4+ has been rated as 'Exemplary' for its performance. This tire stood out for its top-notch summer profile, boasting dynamically safe handling on both wet and dry roads. The precision in steering response, complemented by effective feedback and notably short braking distances on various surfaces, underscores its reliability. Additionally, its secure aquaplaning characteristics and the pleasantly quiet ride comfort it offers positively contributed to its high evaluation. One aspect noted was its high price level; however, this does not diminish its overall excellence. Of particular distinction, the tire excelled in the discipline of comfort, firmly establishing its prowess in providing a soothing driving experience without compromising safety or performance.
exemplary
Ranked #4 of 10
Securing a commendable 4th place among 10 contenders, the Michelin Primacy 4+ has been rated as 'Exemplary' for its performance. This tire stood out for its top-notch summer profile, boasting dynamically safe handling on both wet and dry roads. The precision in steering response, complemented by effective feedback and notably short braking distances on various surfaces, underscores its reliability. Additionally, its secure aquaplaning characteristics and the pleasantly quiet ride comfort it offers positively contributed to its high evaluation. One aspect noted was its high price level; however, this does not diminish its overall excellence. Of particular distinction, the tire excelled in the discipline of comfort, firmly establishing its prowess in providing a soothing driving experience without compromising safety or performance.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | |||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | |||
| Michelin Primacy 4+ | 2 | 2+ | 2 | 2 | |||
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ADAC Summer tyre test 2023 205/55 R16
good
Ranked #3 of 50
Securing a notable 3rd place among 50 competitors, the Michelin Primacy 4+ made a significant impression with its performance. It garnered a "Good" final rating, underscoring its commendable attributes. Test observations highlighted it as a very balanced tyre, performing well on both dry and wet surfaces. Its environmental credentials were also stellar, displaying a very high mileage - the best in its category - with no significant weaknesses found. The tyre's safety quotient was strong, offering satisfactory feedback on dry roads and maintaining stability at the limit, with its braking distance being well-regarded when compared to others in the test. On wet surfaces, it excelled in braking, resistance to aquaplaning, and handling, showcasing exceptional grip and reliable driving characteristics. Furthermore, its environmental impact was minimal, achieving a high rating for projected longevity and low wear. This, coupled with its lightweight and fuel-efficient design, further emphasized its efficiency.
good
Ranked #3 of 50
Securing a notable 3rd place among 50 competitors, the Michelin Primacy 4+ made a significant impression with its performance. It garnered a "Good" final rating, underscoring its commendable attributes. Test observations highlighted it as a very balanced tyre, performing well on both dry and wet surfaces. Its environmental credentials were also stellar, displaying a very high mileage - the best in its category - with no significant weaknesses found. The tyre's safety quotient was strong, offering satisfactory feedback on dry roads and maintaining stability at the limit, with its braking distance being well-regarded when compared to others in the test. On wet surfaces, it excelled in braking, resistance to aquaplaning, and handling, showcasing exceptional grip and reliable driving characteristics. Furthermore, its environmental impact was minimal, achieving a high rating for projected longevity and low wear. This, coupled with its lightweight and fuel-efficient design, further emphasized its efficiency.
| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,3 | 1,8 | |||||
| Michelin Primacy 4+ | 1,6 | 2,3 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 104,7 | 106 | 103,4 | ||||
| Michelin Primacy 4+ | 102,6 | 103,9 | 101,4 | ||||
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Test ratings distribution
| 100% (4x) | 85% (3x) | ||
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| Exemplary | Highly recommended | Highly recommended | Good |
| 2x | 1x | 1x | 3x |
Ratings x Wheel size
| R16 | R17 | R18 |
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| 95% (3x) | 95% (3x) | 85% (1x) |
Ratings x Width
| 205/xx Rxx | 215/xx Rxx | 225/xx Rxx | 235/xx Rxx |
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| 95% (3x) | 85% (1x) | 100% (2x) | 85% (1x) |
