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Michelin Primacy 4+ Test Results

Tire Reviews tests: 2 Tested 2022 to 2025 7 publications

Tested 12 times by independent publications, the Michelin Primacy 4+ has taken 1 test wins with an average finish of 4th. Its strongest discipline is Noise, beating 72% of the field across 10 tests; its weakest is Wet Circle, at 22% across 5 tests.

  • 12Independent tests
  • 1Test wins
  • 5Podium finishes
  • 4thAverage finish
  • 62%Field beaten on average
  • 7Publications
Michelin Primacy 4+

12 tests, 2022 to 2025

0%50%100%2022202320242025Average 62%2022 Auto Express SUV Tire Test (2022): P5 of 7, Beat 33% of the fieldTire Reviews Best Summer Touring Tires (2023): P5 of 13, Beat 67% of the field2023 ADAC Summer Tire Test (2023): P3 of 50, Beat 96% of the field2023 Motor Summer Tire Test (2023): P2 of 8, Beat 86% of the field2024 Summer Tire Market Overview (2024): P5 of 55, Beat 93% of the field2024 ADAC Summer Tire Test (2024): P2 of 16, Beat 93% of the field2024 AutoBild Summer Tire Test (2024): P1 of 20, Beat 100% of the field2024 AZ Summer Tire Test (2024): P7 of 9, Beat 25% of the field2024 AMS Summer SUV Tire Test (2024): P8 of 8, Beat 0% of the field2024 Motorhome Summer Tire Test (2024): P3 of 10, Beat 67% of the fieldThe Best Touring Tires for 2025 Tested (2025): P5 of 7, Beat 33% of the field2025 EV Tire Test (2025): P4 of 8, Beat 57% of the field
Share of the field beaten in each test, oldest to newest. Hover or tap a point for the test.
  • Test win
  • Second
  • Third
  • Average 62%
The latest test

2025 EV Tire Test P4 of 8

The Michelin Primacy 4+ delivered good all-round performance with short braking distances (142ft wet, 115ft dry) and solid handling. It showed low rolling resistance (6.51 kg/t) and delivered 234 miles of range in the test. As the most expensive tire (€735), it offered strong longevity (27,912 miles) but suffered from limited aquaplaning resistance, especially in curved conditions. While not explicitly marketed as an EV tire, it performed well in efficiency metrics.

Strong: Subj. Comfort, Wear, Rolling Resistance Weak: Wet Circle, Straight Aqua, Curved Aquaplaning, Value Winner: Hankook iON Evo

Record by discipline

Where the Michelin Primacy 4+ finished in each measured discipline, across every test that measured it against at least two other tires. Field beaten is the share of the other tires it outranked in that measurement.

Discipline Tests Avg finish Field beaten Firsts
Dry
Dry Braking 11 P4.7 of 18.6 67% -
Dry Handling 8 P6.6 of 10.5 39% -
Subj. Dry Handling 2 P4 of 10 75% 1
Wet
Wet Braking 11 P4.8 of 18.6 62% -
Wet Braking - Concrete 2 P8 of 33 76% -
Wet Handling 8 P6.5 of 10.5 36% -
Subj. Wet Handling 2 P5.5 of 10 42% -
Wet Circle Weak 5 P8.4 of 11.8 22% -
Straight Aqua 10 P5.4 of 15 57% -
Curved Aquaplaning 8 P7.3 of 16.6 49% -
Comfort
Subj. Comfort 3 P1.7 of 9.3 92% 1
Noise Strong 10 P4.3 of 15 72% 1
Tire Weight 1 P26 of 50 49% -
Value
Wear 4 P3 of 23.5 89% -
Value 4 P10.8 of 23.5 42% -
Rolling Resistance 8 P4.3 of 10.5 71% 2
Fuel Consumption 2 P16 of 33 62% -
Range 1 P3 of 8 71% -
Abrasion 2 P2.5 of 33 97% 1

Head-to-head record

Overall finishing position against the tires that have most often shared a test with the Michelin Primacy 4+. Only tires tested alongside it at least three times are listed.

Rival Shared tests Ahead Behind Level Finished ahead
Continental PremiumContact 7 10 shared: 1 ahead, 9 behind Compare with PremiumContact 7 10 1 9 - 10%
Vredestein Ultrac 9 shared: 5 ahead, 4 behind Compare with Ultrac 9 5 4 - 56%
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun 7 shared: 6 ahead, 1 behind Compare with ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun 7 6 1 - 86%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 7 shared: 5 ahead, 2 behind 7 5 2 - 71%
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 7 shared: 5 ahead, 2 behind Compare with EfficientGrip Performance 2 7 5 2 - 71%
Hankook Ventus Prime 4 7 shared: 5 ahead, 1 behind Compare with Ventus Prime 4 7 5 1 1 83%
Toyo Proxes Comfort 5 shared: 5 ahead, 0 behind 5 5 0 - 100%
Kumho Ecsta HS52 5 shared: 4 ahead, 1 behind 5 4 1 - 80%
Bridgestone Turanza 6 5 shared: 4 ahead, 1 behind Compare with Turanza 6 5 4 1 - 80%
GT Radial FE2 4 shared: 4 ahead, 0 behind 4 4 0 - 100%
Nexen N Fera Primus 4 shared: 4 ahead, 0 behind 4 4 0 - 100%
Dunlop Sport BluResponse 4 shared: 4 ahead, 0 behind 4 4 0 - 100%
Bridgestone Turanza T005 4 shared: 2 ahead, 2 behind Compare with Turanza T005 4 2 2 - 50%
BFGoodrich Advantage 3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind 3 3 0 - 100%
Double Coin DC99 3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind 3 3 0 - 100%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4 3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind 3 3 0 - 100%
Fulda EcoControl HP2 3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind 3 3 0 - 100%
Giti GitiSynergyH2 3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind 3 3 0 - 100%
Maxxis Premitra HP5 3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind 3 3 0 - 100%
Uniroyal RainSport 5 3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind 3 3 0 - 100%

Against its own line

The same record for the tire it replaced and the tire that replaced it.

Tire Tests Wins Avg finish Field beaten
Michelin Primacy 4 Predecessor 30 8 4th 73%
Michelin Primacy 4+ This tire 12 1 4th 62%
Michelin Primacy 5 Successor 15 3 4th 59%

Performance Analysis

Drawn from 12 tests. Updated August 26, 2025.

Michelin Primacy 4 Plus delivers a balanced, efficiency-led touring performance with standout wear, comfort/noise and fuel economy, routinely pairing strong dry stopping with excellent rolling resistance and low abrasion. It earns podiums in large comparative tests (1/21 AutoBild 2024; 2/16 ADAC 2024; 3/50 ADAC 2023) and a Recommended award, reflecting dependable safety and cost-per-mile. However, multiple tests highlight weaker absolute wet grip and aquaplaning reserves, plus premium pricing that hurts value scores.

Overall, it's a mature, comfort-biased tire excelling in longevity and efficiency, competitive in dry performance, and mid-pack to weak in wet handling/aquaplaning. Best for drivers prioritizing durability, refinement and economy over ultimate wet grip.

Performance Strengths

Performance Weaknesses

  • Wet Handling and Braking Strong
    Details
    • 9/9 wet braking and 9/9 wet handling in 2024 AZ (+12.9% and +4% from best)
    • 7/8 wet braking and 8/8 wet handling in 2024 AMS; 5/8 wet braking and 6/8 wet handling in 2025 EV
  • Aquaplaning Resistance Strong in 3 of 11 tests
    Details
    • 8/8 straight and curved aquaplaning in 2024 AMS (+11.9% and +27% from best)
    • 7/8 straight and curved aquaplaning in 2025 EV (+17.9% and +13.9% from best); 13/16 curved aqua in 2024 ADAC (+17.1% from best)
  • Value/Pricing Moderate
    Details
    • Last on price in 2024 AutoBild (20/20, +66% from best) with Value 9/20
    • 2025 EV test Value 8/8 (+49.1% from best price/1000); 2024 ADAC Price 16/16 (+91.6% from best)
  • Dry Handling Pace (subjective balance good, lap pace average) Minor
    Details
    • Dry handling mid-pack: 10/21 in 2024 AutoBild (+0.9% from best), 7/8 in 2023 Motor (+2.7%), 5/9 in 2024 AZ (+1.5%)
    • 2024 AMS dry handling 7/8 (+1.3% from best)

Do owners agree with the tests?

Every tester write-up on the Michelin Primacy 4+ (11 tests) and 35 owner reviews were tagged for the aspects they judge. Where both have spoken, this is how they line up.

Where owners and testers agree

  • Wet grip strength in 3 of 11 tests 11 praise, 2 criticise of 35 reviews · Read those reviews
  • Tread life strength in 4 of 11 tests 7 praise, 3 criticise of 35 reviews · Read those reviews
  • Ride comfort strength in 3 of 11 tests 11 praise, 1 criticise of 35 reviews · Read those reviews

Raised by owners, not by any test of this tire

  • High-speed stability no test mentions it 5 praise, 0 criticise of 35 reviews · Read those reviews

Flagged by testers, not mentioned by owners

  • Wet handling strength in 4 of 11 tests no owner mentions it

Every test, newest first 12

Strong = top two of the field in that measurement. Weak = bottom two.

2025 2 tests
P4 of 8 Beat 57% of the field

2025 EV Tire Test

Auto Bild 215/55 R18

The Michelin Primacy 4+ delivered good all-round performance with short braking distances (142ft wet, 115ft dry) and solid handling. It showed low rolling resistance (6.51 kg/t) and delivered 234 miles of range in the test. As the most expensive tire (€735), it offered strong longevity (27,912 miles) but suffered from limited aquaplaning resistance, especially in curved conditions. While not explicitly marketed as an EV tire, it performed well in efficiency metrics.

StrongSubj. ComfortWearRolling Resistance WeakWet CircleStraight AquaCurved AquaplaningValue WinnerHankook iON Evo

P5 of 7 Beat 33% of the field

The Best Touring Tires for 2025 Tested

Tire Reviews 225/50 R17 Tested by Tire Reviews Recommended

The Primacy 4+ demonstrates Michelin's comfort expertise but shows its age in wet performance. While still a safe, capable tire, newer designs have moved the game on in terms of outright grip and handling. I look forward to testing the Primacy 5 in the near future.

StrongSubj. Dry HandlingStraight AquaCurved AquaplaningSubj. ComfortNoiseRolling Resistance WeakWet HandlingSubj. Wet Handling WinnerPirelli Cinturato C3

2024 6 tests
P8 of 8 Beat 0% of the field

2024 AMS Summer SUV Tire Test

Auto Motor Und Sport 235/55 R18

With low rolling resistance, great in the fuel-saving chapter. Unfortunately, at the expense of safety.

StrongRolling Resistance WeakDry HandlingWet BrakingWet HandlingWet CircleStraight AquaCurved Aquaplaning WinnerContinental PremiumContact 7

P7 of 9 Beat 25% of the field

2024 AZ Summer Tire Test

Auto Zeitung 225/45 R17

The Michelin Primacy 4+ prioritizes comfort and fuel efficiency above all else. It provides an exceptionally quiet and smooth ride while helping you save on fuel, but its wet braking performance isn't the best and it lacks the sporty handling of some competitors.

StrongNoiseRolling Resistance WeakWet BrakingWet HandlingWet Circle WinnerContinental PremiumContact 7

P2 of 16 Beat 93% of the field

2024 ADAC Summer Tire Test

ADAC 215/55 R17 gut (Good)

The Michelin Primacy 4+ earns a solid rating for driving safety, delivering good steering feedback and secure handling at the limit on dry roads, along with a commendable short braking distance. Its performance on wet roads is also rated positively, with good marks in braking distance measurements and handling, allowing the test vehicle to be safely and easily maneuvered. However, it just misses a high rating in aquaplaning tests. In terms of environmental impact, the Primacy 4+ secures the second-best rating in the test. Its projected mileage is rated as very good, and tire wear is minimal. Thanks to its low weight and fuel consumption, it also achieves a good rating in efficiency.

StrongDry BrakingWet BrakingAbrasion WinnerContinental PremiumContact 7

2023 3 tests
P2 of 8 Beat 86% of the field

2023 Motor Summer Tire Test

Motor 205/55 R16

Although it didn't win any test category, its consistent high-level performance across all tests allowed it to secure the second place. It is a well-balanced tire that ensures a high level of safety in all conditions.

StrongWet BrakingStraight Aqua WeakDry Handling WinnerContinental PremiumContact 7

P3 of 50 Beat 96% of the field

2023 ADAC Summer Tire Test

ADAC 205/55 R16

Driving safety: The Michelin Primacy 4+ secures an overall good rating for driving safety. The Michelin already offers the driver only satisfactory feedback on the steering wheel on a dry road, but still shows itself to be safe in the limit area. Its braking distance is classified as good compared to the test field. On wet roads, the Michelin gets good ratings in terms of braking distance measurements, aquaplaning behavior and handling. This makes it very balanced on wet roads. It offers good grip and safe driving characteristics.Environmental balance: In the environmental balance, the Primacy 4+ secures the second best rating in the test (best: Michelin e.Primacy). Its predicted mileage is classified as very good and its abrasion is also low.

WinnerGoodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2

P5 of 13 Beat 67% of the field

Tire Reviews Best Summer Touring Tires

Tire Reviews 205/55 R16 Tested by Tire Reviews Highly Rec.

The Michelin Primacy 4+ wasn't quite as sharp as the Kumho, or any of the tires around the dry handling lap, but it was excellent in the wet with the second best wet braking and great aquaplaning resistance. It also had a very low noise, great comfort levels and a good rolling resistance.

StrongWet BrakingSubj. ComfortNoise WeakDry Handling WinnerContinental PremiumContact 7

2022 1 test
P5 of 7 Beat 33% of the field

2022 Auto Express SUV Tire Test

Auto Express 235/55 R18

The new Primacy 4+ has good braking and low rolling resistance but average dry and wet handling.

WinnerBridgestone Turanza T005

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