Michelin PRIMACY 4 Reviews
The Michelin Primacy 4 is a premium grand touring summer tyre that sets a new reference for safety and longevity in its category. Winner of multiple prestigious awards including ADAC Summer 2020 Test Winner, this tyre has been developed over three years to deliver exceptional wet braking performance that remains consistent from the first kilometre through to the legal wear indicator. Featuring innovative EverGrip Technologies with a ...
Key Features
- Safety Made to Last - Maintains excellent wet braking performance throughout the entire life of the tyre, from new to worn, keeping drivers safe in all conditions with consistent grip levels.
- EverGrip Technology - Features high-performance rubber compound and optimized tread sculpture with 22% more water evacuation space, providing superior wet weather protection and aquaplaning resistance even when worn.
- Exceptional Longevity - MaxTouch technology evenly distributes forces across the tread for extended tyre life, with innovative tread wear indicators to help identify when replacement is needed.
- Silent Rib Technology - 2nd generation design reduces tread block vibration for a remarkably quiet and comfortable ride, ideal for both daily commutes and long family journeys.
- Award-Winning Performance - Multiple test winner including ADAC 2020, recognized for very balanced performance with top marks in wet grip, excellent low wear, and impressive dry handling capabilities.
| Size | Overall Diameter | Run Flat? | Low Rolling Resistance? |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15" | |||
| 185/65R15 88H | 622mm | - | - |
| 185/65R15 88T | 622mm | - | - |
| 185/65R15 92T | 622mm | - | - |
| 195/50R15 82V | 576mm | - | - |
| 195/60R15 88V | 615mm | - | - |
| 195/65R15 91V | 635mm | - | - |
| 16" | |||
| 195/45R16 84V | 582mm | - | - |
| 195/55R16 91T | 621mm | - | - |
| 195/55R16 87W (*) | 621mm | - | - |
| 205/55R16 91H (S2) | 632mm | - | - |
| 205/55R16 91H | 632mm | - | - |
| 205/55R16 94H (S2) | 632mm | - | - |
| 205/55R16 91V | 632mm | - | - |
| 205/55R16 91W (*) | 632mm | - | - |
| 205/60R16 92V (MO) | 652mm | - | - |
| 225/50R16 92W | 631mm | - | - |
| 225/60R16 98W | 676mm | - | - |
| 235/60R16 100V | 688mm | - | - |
| 17" | |||
| 195/60R17 90W (MO) | 666mm | - | - |
| 205/55R17 95V | 657mm | - | - |
| 205/55R17 91W (MO) | 657mm | - | - |
| 205/55R17 95W (*) | 657mm | Yes | - |
| 215/55R17 94V (AO) | 668mm | - | - |
| 215/65R17 103V (S2) | 712mm | - | - |
| 215/65R17 99V (S1) | 711mm | - | - |
| 225/45R17 94Y (*) | 634mm | - | - |
| 225/50R17 98V (VOL) | 657mm | - | - |
| 225/50R17 94Y (MO) | 657mm | - | - |
| 225/50R17 98Y (I*) | 657mm | - | - |
| 225/55R17 101V (VOL) | 679mm | - | - |
| 225/55R17 101Y (*) | 679mm | - | - |
| 225/55R17 97Y | 679mm | - | - |
| 235/60R17 102V (VOL) | 714mm | - | - |
| 245/45R17 99Y (MO) | 652mm | - | - |
| 18" | |||
| 195/60R18 96H (S1) | 691mm | - | - |
| 215/50R18 92W (AO) | 672mm | - | - |
| 215/55R18 99V (VOL) | 694mm | - | - |
| 215/55R18 99V (S1) | 694mm | - | - |
| 225/40R18 92Y | 637mm | - | - |
| 225/40R18 92Y (S1) | 637mm | - | - |
| 225/45R18 95Y (MO) | 660mm | - | - |
| 225/50R18 95V | 682mm | Yes | - |
| 225/50R18 95V | 682mm | - | - |
| 225/50R18 95V | 682mm | - | - |
| 225/50R18 99W | 682mm | - | - |
| 225/50R18 99W (*) | 682mm | - | - |
| 225/55R18 102Y (AO1) | 705mm | - | - |
| 225/55R18 102Y (AO2) | 705mm | - | - |
| 235/45R18 98W (S1) | 669mm | - | - |
| 235/45R18 98W (VOL) | 669mm | - | - |
| 235/45R18 98Y | 669mm | - | - |
| 235/50R18 101Y (VOL) | 692mm | - | - |
| 235/50R18 101Y | 692mm | - | - |
| 235/55R18 100V (AO) | 716mm | - | - |
| 235/55R18 100V (VOL) | 716mm | - | - |
| 235/55R18 104V (S1) | 716mm | - | - |
| 235/55R18 100W (MO S1) | 716mm | - | - |
| 235/60R18 103V (MO) | 739mm | - | - |
| 245/40R18 93H (AO) | 653mm | - | - |
| 245/40R18 97Y (MO) | 653mm | - | - |
| 245/45R18 100W (VOL) | 678mm | - | - |
| 245/45R18 100Y (MO) | 678mm | - | - |
| 255/40R18 99Y (MO) | 661mm | - | - |
| 19" | |||
| 235/40R19 96W (VOL) | 671mm | - | - |
| 235/40R19 96W (VOL) | 671mm | - | - |
| 235/50R19 103V (S1) | 718mm | - | - |
| 235/50R19 103V (VOL) | 718mm | - | - |
| 235/55R19 105W (MO) | 741mm | - | - |
| 245/45R19 102V (POL) | 703mm | - | - |
| 255/40R19 100W (VOL) | 687mm | - | - |
| 20" | |||
| 235/45R20 100V (S1) | 720mm | - | - |
| 255/35R20 97W (VOL) | 687mm | - | - |
| 255/45R20 101V (S1) | 738mm | - | - |
| 255/45R20 105V (VOL) | 738mm | - | - |
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Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
6 months
195/65R15
2000
May 6, 2026
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
A few years
235/50R17
70000
June 10, 2025
The Primacy 4 tyres (235 50 R17 on a FG Falcon) are not as quiet nor quite as comfortable as the Continental MC I had prior to these. However the Conti's only did 45000K versus the 70000K from the Primacy 4. Both brands roll about the same (pretty good actually). Both brands hug the road as though they are on rails. I have never had a surprise or anxious moment with either tyre, but I am not a hoon, but do push the envelope a bit. The Primacy are almost at their wear point and while I am a little more cautious in the wet they are holding on down to the last K very well. I still have not had any surprises on roundabouts or bends at speed. However for quietness I am replacing with Yokohama ES32's
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
A few years
235/55R18
75000
October 4, 2024
Primacy 4's have lasted really well - car's done 75,000km, was just serviced and they told me they have 5000-8000km left in them (see pic). Overall great tyre. Only downside - were initially very quiet, but have got noiser as they've worn. Will try Primacy4+ next.
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
A month or so
215/65R16
2000
April 20, 2024
These tyres replace a set of Falken WildPeak HT’s. Those were terrible from new! They were noisy, poor dry grip and VERY BAD wet grip. At under 5 years old and 70,000 km on them (and still 30% or more tread left), they were dangerously slippery in the wet. The Michelin Primacy 4 ST’s are VASTLY superior tyre. From new, the Michelin’s are extremely quiet, comfortable and have vastly superior grip. I highly recommend these tyres.
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
A few years
195/55R16
17400
April 28, 2023
Our Zoe came with Michelin Primacy 4 tyres, by far the best tyre I've driven on for handling and wet weather grip, and yet after 17,000km of rather non-sedate driving, they are still looking great. Should get at least 30,000km out of them, would be more if I slowed down a bit :) Brilliant tyres, absolutely recommend them.
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
6 months
205/60R16
4000
January 25, 2023
Front left tyre hit a curb while cornering and it blew a 3cm hole on the side wall. Cannot be repaired had to change a new one. Found the wall thickness is questionable quite thin for a branded tyre. Hit a curb and it blew? I never had this problem with Bridgestone tyres which is cheaper.
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
6 months
225/50R17
5000
March 27, 2022
I bought these tyres to replace my Previous Super Quiet Tyres, Yokohama Advan DBs, which I absolutely loved. Unfortunately they do not make these in my size anymore. The Advnamn DBs were whisper quiet. These are not as quiet, but bump thump noise (going over road patches, pothole repairs) is better than the Advans. I got 123,000kms out of the Advan DBs, not sure if I will get that much out of the Primacy 4s, but time will tell. Also, there is no such thing as Primacy 4 STs in Australia; they are the all Primacy 4, so the two reviews should be merged.
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
N/A
215/55R17
5000
September 6, 2021
I dunno, just ok. Seem to have changed the feel of the car. Feel less responsive than previous cheapies. I think I prefer the cheapies. But they've never let go in wet, just a not as pleasant ride, the previous tyres did occasionally.
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
N/A
215/45R17
43000
April 24, 2021
long waring, a bit noisy
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
N/A
225/55R16
5000
January 4, 2021
These tyres are just right tried some other top brands but these are spot on for comfort and handling so good
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
N/A
225/45R17
40000
December 30, 2020
Bought these based on reviews for braking in wet and dry weather, handling and for maintaining performance throughout the life of the tyre. After 40,000km they continue to behave like they were when new and still have about another 20,000km left in them. While most km have been on sealed roads, have also done over a 1000km on some very bad dirt roads out west. Handled rocks and potholes well. Not so good in wet clay! These are excellent tyres.
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
N/A
225/45R17
35000
October 23, 2020
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