Michelin Primacy 5 Reviews - Page 3
Given 92%
while driving a
Toyota Corolla
(225/45 R17)
on mostly motorways
for 1,000 average miles
Tire is very quiet and comfortable even on bumpy road. Dry and wet grip are both very good for a touring tires. Of course they are not UHP tires but even on a bit sportier ride tires feel safe. I don't know about wear yet, it's too early for that. I don't see any significant change in fuel consumption.
Given 74%
while driving a
Skoda Octavia estate
(205/55 R16)
on mostly town
for 1,200 average miles
I recently bought a used 1.4 TSI Skoda Octavia estate on 16inch wheels. It came with Primacy 4s that were almost worn out. Where i live the roads are really bad, so when it time to change tires, i figured i go all in on comfort and chose the primacy 5s. With that in mind, the tires did not disappoint. They provide a very comfortable ride and they cushion most, if not all road imperfections, potholes etc. Also very quiet. Very good for cruising on the motorway and just relax. Fuel economy has been slightly worse, but that's to be expected from new tires.
Grip is very good both on dry and wet, although you don't get much feedback from the road and now going into corners i drive slower than i used to.
Would i buy again? No. They are expensive (430euros) and the ride comfort difference is not as great as, say the pirelli cinturato P7C2 i have on my other car (also a 1.0 TSI Skoda Octavia with 16" rims) which are both comfortable and good on road feedback and cheaper.
Grip is very good both on dry and wet, although you don't get much feedback from the road and now going into corners i drive slower than i used to.
Would i buy again? No. They are expensive (430euros) and the ride comfort difference is not as great as, say the pirelli cinturato P7C2 i have on my other car (also a 1.0 TSI Skoda Octavia with 16" rims) which are both comfortable and good on road feedback and cheaper.
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Given 65%
while driving a
Volkswagen Passat B8 1.6TDI BMT 120PS
(235/45 R18)
on mostly motorways
for 1,000 average miles
I am not a tire expert. I bought 235/45 R18 98Y for my Passat. My first 1000 km wet road experience was not very positive! It did not renew my trust in the Michelin brand and left a question mark! Of course, the tire had its own safety warning for the first 600 km. The vehicle zigzags on the road in puddles and water on the wet road. There is a sudden change of direction in the direction of the current in the water on the road. I have not experienced sudden braking. I have not experienced dry road experience. I will share my wet and dry road handling and braking experience in the future. I hope it will not be like the first 1000 km, otherwise I will be nervous while driving.
Given 100%
while driving a
Audi A3 Sportback
(225/40 R18)
on a combination of roads
for 0 easy going miles
Just got the new Primacy 5s installed. Big upgrade from the stock Nexen N’Fera Sport tires on my Audi A3! Much more comfortable, quieter and just overall more premium-feeling.
Given 86%
while driving a
Audi A4
(225/50 R17)
on a combination of roads
for 900 average miles
I'm not a tire expert, all I can tell is that these tires feel good. I don't drive aggressively, I drive for comfort and good fuel economy, and I can say that they are pretty decent for this.
Given 94%
while driving a
Skoda Superb 2.0Tdi DSG6 170hp
(225/45 R17)
on a combination of roads
for 700 average miles
Dry grip exceptional not sure how a tire built for comfort and longevity has dry handling that behaves like a pilot sport 4s. Wet grip and braking super predictable used in Scottish winter in greasy roads with lots of standing water. Zero aquaplaning this tire should not be able to have this well balanced all rounder. New Michelin compound must have some magic sauce. I cant recommend highly enough for UK roads these are ideal. Nice quiet ride also.