Michelin Primacy HP Reviews - Page 9
Given 87%
while driving a
Ford Galaxy
(225/45 R17)
on a combination of roads
for 27,300 average miles
These came fitted on the Galaxy bought from new in 2008. Just had the first MOT test at 27300 miles and it passed with flying colours even on these original tyres. I did swap the front and rear around at about 18000 miles. I have an MoT test advisory for all 4 to be replaced and I am almost certainly going to go for these again. I have only done a little bit of driving in the snow so cannot really comment on this aspect of performance, but wet/dry/cold have been no concern for me.
Given 89%
while driving a
BMW 530d
(235/55 R16)
on a combination of roads
for 12,000 average miles
Michelin Primacy HP fitted to 2002 E39 530D. Tyres, although at top of price range, suit car admirably with excellent combination of grip, ride comfort and low noise with very good wear in true Michelin tradition! I have been a fan of Michelin for many years - their excellent wear properties compensate for initial high price outlay - providing you intend to keep the car! Highly recommended.
Check out how the BEST all seasons tyres perform against premium summer and winter tyres!
Given 39%
while driving a
Honda Accord
(225/45 R18)
on mostly motorways
for 0 easy going miles
I purchased my Honda Accord Euro to enjoy the driving experience, the car has only done 20,000 kilometers, half of which was Highway use. The Michelin Primacy HP tyres on the Honda have been noisy (screaming) for the last 10,000 kilometers. Honda said I will need to purchase new tyres or get over it...
Given 49%
while driving a
Citroën C5
(225/55 R17 W)
on mostly town
for 36,000 average miles
These were OEM on the C5. Fronts were worn out in 14,000 miles and rears in 36,000 miles. Have absolutely no grip on snow! Replaced them with the much cheaper and hugely better Kumho equivalent (Ecsta SPT KU31). The Kumhos are quieter, softer, grippier and longer lasting. Michelin tyres are overpriced and overrated. I would never ever buy Michelin again.
Given 97%
while driving a
Ford Mondeo
(200/50 R16 V)
on a combination of roads
for 30,000 average miles
They are very good summer tyres. Quiet and with good grip. Crap in winter conditions.
Given 37%
while driving a
Peugeot 3008 exclusive
(225/45 R17)
on a combination of roads
for 13,000 average miles
Only got 13000 average mixed road miles on my Peugeot 3008 as standard fitment, most expensive tyres to replace at nearly £200 per tyre.
Given 34%
while driving a
Subaru Forester S Turbo
(215/60 R16)
on mostly country roads
for 80,000 easy going miles
I had these fitted to my Subaru forester after 2 sets of Yokohama tyres which were excellent, lasted 30 to 40k miles. The michelin tyres are very poor, loads of road noise, follow ripples in the road and in my opinion do not suit the vehicle at all. I used to enjoy driving my car but not with these fitted. I have had the suspension, transmission, bearings etc checked and the garage informed me it was the tyres. The sooner they wear out the better.
Given 83%
while driving a
Mercedes Benz E320
(215/55 R16 W)
on mostly motorways
for 40,000 average miles
Extremely effective quiet high performance tyre with excellent wear characteristics.
Given 39%
while driving a
Mercedes Benz C220 CDI Estate
(225/50 R16 V)
on mostly town
for 16,000 easy going miles
Michelin used to be good tyres on two SRi's both did 40K - no longer completey worn out to illegal in 16000 miles on my Merc C series
Will never buy again
Will never buy again
Given 77%
while driving a
Audi (225/45 R17 W)
on a combination of roads
for 23,000 spirited miles
Really nice tyres for luxury, soft driving, yet in my case not a must. While these tyres are great they luck when pushed to the limits. Lasted very well.
Given 81%
while driving a
Honda Accord
(225/45 R17)
on mostly motorways
for 20,000 spirited miles
Excellent all round tyres. A definite improvement over the original Primacy model. Good dry grip/handling. Low road noise and very responsive at high speed (+180 Kph motorway cruising)
Recommended.
Recommended.
Given 61%
while driving a
Citroën C4 Grand Picasso
(215/55 R16 V)
on mostly town
for 24 easy going miles
I have always had Michelin tyres on my Citroen cars - my tyres on my Xsara Picassos lasted 40,000 miles. The tyres on my new Grand C4 Picasso have only lasted 24,000 miles which is a great disappontment as I am a steady driver , not prone to rapid acceleration/braking. I will switch to another brand as I am sure that most brands will last longer.