Michelin Primacy HP Reviews - Page 3

Toyota Prius (225/45 R17) on for 3,000 average miles
I got the tires fitted to my car when bought them, with 1414 DOT and still quite some profile left, let's say they are at the half of their life.

First I was quite surprised how they handle on dry road, and how they handle on wet - I was a bit worried, as these are turing tires and have really narrow profile lines, but they did well. not racing style great, but great. the only problem I have is lack of responsivnes when there is greater amount of water on the road, i.e. during heavy raining and in storms. The tire feels like it floats. I was driving also Fulda EcoControl and SportControl before, but never had this feeling.

Otherwise, they seem like they are really "wareproof" - they really don't lose much of the profile ...
Helpful 14 - tyre reviewed on June 21, 2016
Given 87% while driving a Ford Cmax (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 40,000 average miles
I was very happy with the low wear with 45.000 km on a 7 seat car.
Not keeping them as they are the most expensive tires I found locally in my research.
Helpful 103 - tyre reviewed on June 17, 2016
Given 71% while driving a Ford Focus MK3 (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 1,900 average miles
Im pretty satisfied over all. They have made their jobb without sticking out to the bad side or to the wow-side. I can say thow that road feedback wasn't on top.
I would definitely buy them again. But i have gone on with another brand this time.
Helpful 15 - tyre reviewed on April 2, 2016
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Ford Focus MK3 (225/45 R17) on mostly motorways for 48 spirited miles
Primacy HP were standard on my 2013 Focus estate 1.6tdci and they were the best tyres all round I've owned. The plus sides, very hardwearing, 48k miles on uk roads, still legal but changed them as it was the beginning of winter. Never punctured, ran true through out their life. I drive quickly but I reckon I'm easy on cars. The one downside is they could be a bit noisy on certain UK road surfaces, it maybe a Focus issue, I dont know. Needless to say I opted to have the same tyre again.

It wasn't until I got home that I noticed that Micheldever Tyre Services had fitted Primacy 3's. When I queried this they said HP's were being discontinued and this was the replacement. Well, its not the same tyre, the Primacy 3's lasted about 20k and although they hadn't worn out they had feathered making the noise intolerable, and yes I do get my tracking and toeing done when I change tyres.

It's a year on, Primacy HP are still on the market, some publications also state that Primacy 3 are HP replacements, they are 1 DB quieter than HP's but nowhere near as durable. Plus you try and buy HP's for the same price, they're always more expensive, but IMO well worth it.

Tyre size 215 55 16 93V
Helpful 12 - tyre reviewed on February 20, 2016
Given 94% while driving a BMW 320d touring (205/55 R16 V) on mostly country roads for 42,000 average miles
I have fitted these tyres to several cars, and have always been very impressed, usually resolving problems that other tyres had created. They have been quieter, more comfortable, significantly less tramlining even when nearly worn, I they offer all the grip I need and haven't slid at all, they brake well and most significantly they last- 39,000 miles on rear of a BMW, and 48,000 on the front. What more can I ask of a tyre.
Helpful 14 - tyre reviewed on February 17, 2016
Given 61% while driving a Volkswagen Golf GTI mk4 (240bhp) (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 1,500 easy going miles
I buy a 17" aluminum wheels with already used tyres 2011.g. and they are too much noisy on speed over 50km/h. Also they are not so good in wet condition. My opinion for this used tyres is not worth too much but i am sure the new one tyres have a better physical performance.
Helpful 13 - tyre reviewed on November 23, 2015
Given 89% while driving a Vauxhall (215/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 16,000 spirited miles
Hard wearing tyres with excellent wet weather grip. I haven't tried lots of different brands but I have never had so much confidence with a tyre in the wet until trying these. For some reason these gave the impression the tyre was too small for the rim as they appeared stretched although they were the correct size.
Helpful 15 - tyre reviewed on October 27, 2015
Given 74% while driving a Peugeot 3008 (225/50 R17 V) on mostly town for 22,000 average miles
Standard fit on Peugeot 3008. Fine tyres. Never thought I needed more grip in any condition, but my car is not a sports car and is not driven like one. Not buying again though, as far cheaper tyres are available, which will hopefully cope with my driving style and typical journeys.
Helpful 19 - tyre reviewed on September 27, 2015
Given 63% while driving a Ford S Max (225/45 R17) on mostly motorways for 20,000 spirited miles
These tyres were OEM on a Ford S Max 2.0 TDCi 225/50 17Y. I am changing them a bit early for two reasons:

1.Now the tread is down to 3mm, on my mainly autoroute/motorway fast cruise driving, the tyres have developed a tendency to aquaplane in heavy rain conditions. The sipes can longer evacuate the volume of water and this problem has increased with wear.

2.The noise on concrete sections of the M20 and M25 is becoming too intrusive. Even on smooth tarmac the tyres emit a droning type noise.

Dry grip is excellent and generally wet road grip is very good with the tyres making the S Max feel secure in greasy conditions. The car has handled well and the tyres are able to cope with a large payload range which vehicles like the occasional 7 seater S Max can carry.

The S Max has been quite kind to the tyres for such a heavy car and they have worn perfectly.

Current price for these tyres on AlloPneus.com in France is E136 each, but my preferred choice for replacement was on special offer with an extra E10 off, taking the price down to E87 each including mobile fitting at home. Quite a saving for Nokian Z Line tyres which I am buying due to favourable reviews on this forum, plus my own excellent experience with Nokian WR A3 winter tyres last winter, which I was reluctant to take off as they are so good.
Helpful 13 - tyre reviewed on September 22, 2015
Given 74% while driving a Honda 1.6 I DTEC (225/45 R17 W) on a combination of roads for 25,000 average miles
OEM fitment; safe, long lasting but mostly oh so noisy and not in a good way. Their sensitivity to road surfacing is extreme Acoustic output particularly in the higher frequencies going from negligible on smooth new Tarmac to an appallingly loud roar on common old road-stone. Otherwise moderately comfortable but with a tendency to slap on less even surfaces. Good in the dry and well behaved in the wet. Slightly remote steering feel and unless it's below 7 degrees generally dependable and fairly trustworthy, even close to the edge of their capability. Have replaced these today and with the tread remaining they could have done well over 30K but the volume and character of the noise was ruining my enjoyment of the still new(ish)car. This tyre is good but not excellent. I believe there are now newer and better so buying them again is a moot point
Helpful 14 - tyre reviewed on September 9, 2015
Given 87% while driving a BMW 520d Tourer (225/50 R17 W) on a combination of roads for 15,000 average miles
Replaced run flats on BMW E61520d to reduce wheel noise. These non-runflat tyres are very good, great grip and wear. Just expensive
Helpful 14 - tyre reviewed on June 23, 2015
Given 66% while driving a Ford S Max (225/45 R17) on mostly motorways for 18 spirited miles
The block tread increases road noise and I am not impressed with the wear rate either.

There are better value tyres out there and I think with Michelin, you are paying a premium for the name like buying an BMW, Audi or Mercedes. In the long run, they simply cost you more.

Helpful 15 - tyre reviewed on April 24, 2015