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Michelin e.Primacy All Season

Michelin e.Primacy All Season

  • Grand touring all-season
  • 3 sizes
  • Noise-reduction tech

Best for comfort-focused drivers. Ideal for those who prioritize a quiet and smooth ride over wet performance.

65Good

45k mi

540

Score and specs shown for size 235/40R19. Other sizes are listed below and can differ.

Our take

The Michelin e.Primacy All Season is a solid choice for drivers who prioritize comfort and noise levels in their grand touring tires. With scores of 8 in both comfort and noise, it meets the category benchmarks, ensuring a pleasant driving experience on long journeys. However, its wet grip score of 5.5 is a concern, as it falls well below the category average of 7.4, which could be a significant drawback in wet conditions.

In terms of positioning, the e.Primacy All Season offers a 45000-mile treadwear warranty, which is shorter than the category average of 62053 miles. This could impact its long-term value, especially when compared to competitors like the General AltiMAX RT45 and BFGoodrich Advantage Control, which may offer better longevity. The tire's 'B' traction grade further underscores its limitations in wet conditions, particularly against the Vredestein Quatrac Pro+.

Overall, the e.Primacy All Season is best suited for drivers who value a quiet and comfortable ride over wet performance. However, if you frequently drive in rainy conditions, you might want to consider alternatives with better wet grip ratings, such as the Vredestein Quatrac Pro+ or BFGoodrich Advantage Control.

Pros

  • Comfort and noise scores of 8 align with the category average, making it a quiet and comfortable option for long drives.
  • Handling score of 7.5 is competitive within the segment, providing a balanced driving experience.
  • 45000-mile treadwear warranty, though below the category average, still offers reasonable longevity for a grand touring tire.

Cons

  • Wet grip performance is below average for the category, making it a poor choice for drivers in consistently wet climates.
  • Wet grip score of 5.5 falls significantly below the category average of 7.4, which may affect performance in rainy conditions.
  • Treadwear warranty of 45000 miles is notably lower than the category average of 62053 miles, impacting long-term value.
  • Traction grade of 'B' is less than ideal compared to competitors like the Vredestein Quatrac Pro+ with better wet performance.

Tirescouter Editorial analysis, written from manufacturer specs with AI assistance. It is not based on road tests or owner reviews. How we score

Spec facts

45,000 mi
540
B
A
W · 168 mph
96 · 1,565 lb max
50 psi
No

Available sizes

Every size the e.Primacy All Season comes in. Pick a size to compare other tires made in it.

Every size this tire comes in, with its load, speed and UTQG ratings
SizeShop this sizeLoad indexSpeed ratingUTQGWarrantyMax loadMax PSI
235/40R19Tire Rack96W · 168 mph540 B A45k mi1,565 lb50
255/40R20Tire Rack101W · 168 mph540 B A45k mi1,819 lb50
255/45R19Tire Rack104W · 168 mph540 B A45k mi1,984 lb50

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