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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 5 225/50R17 98Y XL

5.0/5
(12 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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£16326
  • 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 5 225/50R17 98Y XL Tyre Reviews

There are 12 reviews of the Michelin Primacy 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
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Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: Brera
By: Eoin O.
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
These tyres are amazing. They are for sure worth spending extra money on.
Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: Brera
By: Macy Jowitt
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
Great tyres all round.
Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: Giulia
By: Ciara Eden
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
As expected, no issues.
Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: Giulia
By: Alan Kristian
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
Very smooth, quiet and good.
Car make: Audi
Car model: A4
By: Tatum Ioanna
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
Like expected. The reliability of Michelin.
Car make: Audi
Car model: A5
By: Lara Danks
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
Quiet, smooth and very good.
Car make: BMW
Car model: 1 Series
By: Greyson Jems
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
These tyres provide exceptional performance and grip in both dry and wet conditions. A great choice in tyres.
Car make: BMW
Car model: 1 Series
By: Louis Topp
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
As claimed, these tyres handle exceptionally well in wet conditions, and even passengers have commented on how quiet they are while driving.
Car make: BMW
Car model: 3 Series
By: Omarion Beattie
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
Looks good overall, but it seems to wobble a bit at 70. You may need to rebalance it.
Car make: BMW
Car model: 3 Series
By: Connor Teja
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
Exceptional from beginning to end. Excellent set of tyres.
Car make: BMW
Car model: 4 Series
By: Haleema Partlett
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
Excellent grip in wet weather.
Car make: BMW
Car model: X1
By: Chidera I.
Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 225/50R17 98Y XL
I switched my Pirelli Powergy tyres for these Michelins. I didn't think they would make an enormous difference, but my car is definitely more responsive in turns. They handle well in the rain, but I'll have to wait and see if they last longer than the Pirellis.
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