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
N/A
215/60R16
85000
August 4, 2020
I bought these Primacy 4s because the Primacy 3s I had on the car (Mitsi Diamante VR Sport 3.5l V6 front-drive) had finally worn out at 95,000km. The 4s were better than the 3s
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
N/A
215/55R17
500
June 25, 2020
My ratings are based off my previous tyres from Bridgestone Ecopia's. Compared to the old tyres, these are a huge improvement. Only slight downsight which can't be a negative at all is the threadwear for the Primacy 4's are at 340 vs 400 for the Ecopias. But that trade off, is much better grip in dry and wet [percentage wise at least 35-45% more]. Comfort wise, even though Primacy were at 55's and Ecopia's at 60, you'd think that the Ecopia's are more comfortable, but sadly no. Its really comfortable and quiet. I'd say in my own terms 35% quieter and 50% comfier. In terms of fuel consumption, lowest i've recorded on a Camry which does highway runs daily is 6.7l / 100kms with the Ecopia's. For the Primacy its higher at 7.1l / 100kms. Based off what my car counter reads. All in all, very well worth the amount paid since i got them during a promo where you buy 4 tyres and get a hundred off the total.
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
N/A
215/55R17
10000
June 10, 2020
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
N/A
225/50R17
30000
May 23, 2020
Quite tyre - some coarse chip roar - wet grip on drive is poor
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
N/A
235/50R18
25000
May 4, 2020
The factory fitted tyres on the VF Calais are simply awful in most respects, especially their wet performance. Fitting a set of Michelin Primacy 4s has transformed the car and made it feel how it should. They have excellent ride quality, low noise, and extremely impressive wet performance. Their wear rate is also great so far. Steering response is a little slower than some sportier tyres, but the Calais is a touring car so these Primacy 4s suit its personality perfectly
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
N/A
235/45R17
3000
March 21, 2020
Excellent tyre that is quite for a performance tyre. I have them on a heavy Falcon XR8 and the grip is fantastic in both wet and dry.
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
N/A
215/60R16
35000
December 28, 2019
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
N/A
225/45R17
500
December 8, 2019
Given I've only completed about 500 kms, some ratings are too early to make a true assessment.
I previously had 2 sets of Pilot Sport 3s and there is significant difference in road holding characteristics. The PS's are much more direct and firm. Primacy's are definitely quieter and more comfortable but I find them a bit vague and soft on steering control.
If you are coming off Pilot Sports and you like direct steering control and firmness, then suggest you may want to reconsider if you are looking to change to Primacy 4s.
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
N/A
235/50R18
22000
November 29, 2019
These replaced the terrible factory Bridgestone Turanza T001s and are better in every single respect. Quieter, more comfortable, better tread wear and most importantly outstanding wet traction and grip. The factory tyres were downright dangerous in the wet and had odd steering feel, but these fix all of that and make the car feel far more exotic than it is.
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
N/A
205/60R16
20000
April 12, 2019
Solida tyres give me great confidence and both good and bad roads to keep my family safe
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
N/A
235/45R18
1000
February 18, 2019
Time Fitted
Size
Km's
Reviewed
N/A
225/45R17
21000
November 19, 2018
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