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  • B
    Fuel Efficiency
    Fuel Efficiency / Rolling Resistance: B

    How much fuel the tyre uses as it rolls. Graded A to E, where A is the most efficient and E the least.

  • A
    Wet Grip
    Wet Grip / Braking Performance: A

    How well the tyre stops in the wet. Graded A to E, where A is the shortest stopping distance. Each grade is worth roughly 3 metres, about a car length.

  • B70 dB
    External Noise
    Noise Emission / Exterior Noise: B (70 dB)

    How loud the tyre is from outside the car, measured in decibels. Graded A to C, where A is the quietest.

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Michelin Primacy 5 205/55R16 94H XL

5.0/5
(10 reviews)
Wet Grip Excellence
  • Tick Icon Car
    Car tyre:

    Designed for cars, rather than vans, 4x4s or commercial vehicles.

  • Tick Icon Reinforced (XL)
    Extra Load or Reinforced tyres:

    A stronger sidewall lets this tyre carry more weight than a standard tyre of the same size. Marked XL on the sidewall.

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£12928
  • Fitted at a local tyre centre
  • Wheel balancing included
  • New valve & disposal included
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Product description & features

The Primacy 5 is a summer tyre from Michelin that uses EverGrip Technologies to maintain performance for short stopping distances in the rain, even as the tyre wears. The Primacy 5 also uses an improved design for its grooves that are parallel to the direction of travel. They are 2.4mm wider than the grooves on the Primacy 4+, allowing even more space to redirect water. Michelin even designed a new rubber compound to maintain performance in the rain throughout the life of the tyre. The design of the tread helps the tyre wear evenly.

With the introduction of the Primacy 5, Michelin retires the Primacy 4+. The Primacy 5 will give drivers even more distance, up to 18% more, on the same set of tyres. The Primacy 5 will also perform even better in the rain with stopping distances up to 4% shorter when new, and 6% when worn. The Primacy 5 is available with XL construction that Michelin reinforces to help it carry heavier loads. All of the variants, including the reinforced XL, of the Michelin Primacy 5, are for sale at Tyres.co.uk.

Highlights

  • Wider water-clearing grooves
  • Even tread wear design
  • New rain-performance rubber compound

Michelin Primacy 5 Statistics

Dry Grip
 
 86%
Wet Grip
 
 87%
Road Feedback
 
 78%
Handling
 
 77%
Wear
 
 88%
Comfort
 
 92%
The above scores combine independent tests and owner reviews, weighted by Tyre Reviews for consistency and reliability.

Michelin Primacy 5 205/55R16 94H XL Tyre Reviews

There are 10 reviews of the Michelin Primacy 5 205/55R16 94H XL
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Car make: Fiat
Car model: 500X
By: Fraser S.
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 205/55R16 94H XL
The tyres provide excellent performance on the road, maintain a strong grip in wet conditions, and keep noise levels to a minimum.
Car make: Nissan
Car model: Leaf
By: Alexia Tiggy
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 205/55R16 94H XL
A major improvement from the original tyres that came with the car. Put on the back. I felt improved handling and stability at the rear in the wet and dry. The car gives a more stable feeling when cornering at high speeds.
Car make: Peugeot
Car model: 508 SW
By: Emma Epton
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 205/55R16 94H XL
You can definitely see the difference, these tyres excel in wet conditions.
Car make: Peugeot
Car model: 508 SW
By: Matthew Kerrighen
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 205/55R16 94H XL
Up until now, these have satisfied my expectations.
Car make: MG
Car model: 4
By: Campbell Bassett
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 205/55R16 94H XL
Great grip and really quiet.
Car make: Hyundai
Car model: IONIQ
By: Elsie-Mae L.
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 205/55R16 94H XL
I'm very pleased. The grip and comfort seem near identical to the old Primacy 4+. They may slide or lean a bit during tightening cornering but for a touring tyre that isn't meant for performance they are pretty good. They are for sure quieter than my last set. Wet grip is outstanding, no aquaplaning and steady during heavy rain and high speeds. Hopefully they last as long as the previous Primacy 4+ (40,000 miles).
Car make: Kia
Car model: Niro
By: Kenzi Moriarty
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 205/55R16 94H XL
As expected from Michelin, this is fine.
Car make: Seat
Car model: Arona
By: Carson Annan
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 205/55R16 94H XL
They have done well under both very rainy and very dry conditions. I have yet to experience snow or ice on the road and have not seen how they perform in such conditions.
Car make: Seat
Car model: Altea XL
By: Titus Hepburn
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 205/55R16 94H XL
Generally superb. Dependable traction in rainy weather.
Car make: Seat
Car model: Altea XL
By: Regan S.
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 205/55R16 94H XL
Good make. Good. Vegan tyre.
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