Michelin e.Primacy Reviews

The Michelin e.Primacy is a summer tyre that stands out thanks to its excellent environmental performance and very good economy. The tests show average to sufficient results in terms of driving safety.

Performance on wet roads

The e.Primacy shows clear weaknesses on wet roads with an overall grade of 3.9. Handling was graded at 4.11, while the aquaplaning properties at 72.8 km/h are in the longitudinal direction. The lateral acceleration on wet roads reaches 2.8 m/s². The braking distance on wet asphalt is 43.7 metres. Stability when changing lanes is below average. Controllability in critical situations was rated as sufficient. The tyre's cornering performance on wet roads is poor. The aquaplaning reserves are limited. The tyre can only moderately combine longitudinal and lateral forces.

ADAC Test 2023: wet performance grade 3.9

ÖAMTC Test 2023: wet braking grade 3.72

Dry handling

The tyre performs satisfactorily on dry roads with a grade of 2.8. The driving behaviour was rated at 3.0. The ride comfort achieved a grade of 3.13. The braking distance on a dry road is 36.7 metres. The cornering forces are average. The feedback on the road surface is satisfactory. The tyre shows moderate stability when changing lanes. The braking performance was rated at 1.67. The steering response is delayed. The handling characteristics are unbalanced.

ADAC test 2023: dry performance grade 2.8

ÖAMTC test 2023: braking grade 1.67

Economy

The e.Primacy impresses with its excellent economy. Fuel consumption is 5.5 l/100 km. The predicted mileage is 71,500 kilometres. The rubber abrasion is 34.8 mg/km/t. The efficiency was rated 1.5. The EU label confirms the very good efficiency with an A rating for rolling resistance. The environmental balance was rated very positively. The tyre weight is 8.0 kg. The total costs over the service life are attractive due to the very good mileage. Cost-effectiveness is one of the tyre's strengths.

ADAC Test 2023: mileage grade 0.6

ÖAMTC Test 2023: Efficiency grade 1.5

Noise

The noise emission was rated at 2.6. The pass-by noise is 69.8 dB(A). The interior acoustics achieved a grade of 2.75. The exterior noise was rated 2.5. The noise level varies moderately depending on the road surface. The coordination of the profile elements is average. The smoothness was rated as mediocre. The rolling noise is acceptable. The noise development is in the midfield. The acoustic performance is unremarkable.

ADAC Test 2023: noise grade 2.6

ÖAMTC Test 2023: interior noise grade 2.75

Price-performance ratio

The Michelin e.Primacy is positioned in the premium segment. Its excellent environmental performance justifies its price positioning. Its very good efficiency values are its main strength. The materials used offer premium quality. Its efficiency is convincing. The overall package offers an unbalanced price-performance ratio. Its longevity is very good. Its efficiency is top-notch. Its overall performance is limited by its weaknesses in terms of driving safety. Its quality does not consistently meet the standards of the premium segment.

Michelin e.Primacy experience: advantages and drawbacks

Michelin e.Primacy Review Results

The Michelin e.Primacy is a dual-purpose premium summer tyre. Its particular strengths lie in its excellent environmental balance and cost-effectiveness. Its significant weaknesses are in terms of driving safety, especially on wet roads.

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Sources

1. Michelin e.Primacy im Test | ADAC
2. Michelin e Primacy | ÖAMTC