Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 vs Michelin Primacy 4 Plus
Michelin consistently edges objective safety metrics-especially in wet braking and aquaplaning-translating into more top placements overall. Goodyear counters with standout efficiency, value and longevity, frequently topping wear, rolling resistance and price-based metrics while remaining composed in handling. Drivers choosing between them are essentially prioritizing either maximum wet-braking confidence (Michelin) or long-term cost-efficiency and comfort (Goodyear).
Test Results
Independent comparison tyre tests are the best source of data to get tyre information from, and the good news is there have been seven tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 | two | |
| Michelin Primacy 4 Plus | five |
While it might look like the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus is better than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tyres are very complicated objects which means where one tyre is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tyres compare across multiple tyre test categories.
Key Strengths
- Outstanding mileage and value (frequent wins in wear and price/value metrics)
- Lowest rolling resistance across tests, aiding fuel economy
- Quiet, comfortable ride with stable, precise handling
- Competitive dry and wet handling, with some category wins
- Class-leading wet braking across all shared tests
- Strong aquaplaning resistance and balanced wet handling
- Consistently short dry braking with secure, predictable manners
- High overall test finishes and broad safety margin in poor weather
Dry Braking
Looking at data from seven tyre tests, the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was better during six dry braking tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus stopped the vehicle in 0.99% less distance than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Dry Braking: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two dry handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 1.59% faster around a lap than the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was better during one dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was 0.15% faster around a lap than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one subj. dry handling tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scored 5.56% more points than the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from seven tyre tests, the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was better during seven wet braking tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus stopped the vehicle in 4.82% less distance than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Wet Braking: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 stopped the vehicle in 0.67% less distance than the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two wet handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 1.05% faster around a wet lap than the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was better during two wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was 0.56% faster around a wet lap than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 and Michelin Primacy 4 Plus performed equally well in subj. wet handling tests.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Both tyres performed equally well
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus had 5.13% higher lateral wet grip than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Wet Circle: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was better during six straight aqua tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus floated at a 2.83% higher speed than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Straight Aqua: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 slipped out at a 1.09% higher speed than the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 and Michelin Primacy 4 Plus performed equally well in subj. comfort tests.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Both tyres performed equally well
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Noise
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 and Michelin Primacy 4 Plus performed equally well in noise tests.
Best In Noise: Both tyres performed equally well
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Tyre Weight
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one tyre weight tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 weighed 3.49% less than the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus.
Best In Tyre Weight: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wear
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during three wear tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is predicted to cover 10.68% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus.
Best In Wear: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Value
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one value tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 has a 19.54% better value based on dollars per 1000 warranted miles than the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus.
Best In Value: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Price
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was better during two price tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus cost 2.1% less than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Price: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during four rolling resistance tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 had a 5.31% lower rolling resistance than the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one fuel consumption tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 used 0.86% less fuel than the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Abrasion
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was better during two abrasion tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus emitted 10.07% less particle wear matter than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Abrasion: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus
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Real World Driver Reviews
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 Driver Reviews
Across 101 reviews, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is most often praised as a premium touring tyre with outstanding longevity, strong day-to-day grip (dry and frequently wet), and a noticeably quiet, comfortable ride with good fuel economy. Many drivers report very high mileages with slow, even wear and stable motorway manners, making it especially popular for high-mileage commuting and taxi/fleet use. A smaller but recurring set of complaints centers on a soft sidewall feel (vague/"spongy" steering, tramlining or less confidence when pushed) and, for some users, increased or unusually high road noise as the tyre ages; a minority also note weaker wet braking/traction than expected.
Based on 112 reviews with an average rating of 85%
Michelin Primacy 4 Plus Driver Reviews
Most drivers rate the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus highly for quiet, comfortable touring manners with strong wet and dry grip and confident braking, often noting improved stability versus previous tyres. High-scoring reviews frequently praise low noise, comfort, and good wear. A minority report issues: noticeable road noise on rough surfaces, weaker steering precision versus sport tyres, and occasional wet/cold grip criticism. Overall, the Primacy 4 Plus is a well-liked premium touring tyre with comfort and wet safety as standouts.
Based on 34 reviews with an average rating of 80%
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Conclusion
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 excels on total ownership: lower rolling resistance, lower purchase price in most sizes tested, and materially higher predicted mileage (often 7-16%+), delivering leading value scores. It also runs quietly and handles with precision, occasionally beating Michelin on dry and subjective handling. If you drive mostly in mixed urban/highway conditions and value long life and economy, Goodyear is compelling. If you regularly face heavy rain or want the shortest possible stops, Michelin is the confident, safety-first choice. The practical takeaway: Michelin for maximum wet safety, Goodyear for the best long-term value without major compromises.
Key Differences
- Wet braking: Michelin wins 7/7, often by 4-8%, a meaningful real-world safety gap
- Aquaplaning: Michelin stronger in straight and curved tests overall; Goodyear occasionally edges curved
- Dry dynamics: Goodyear often sharper in handling; dry braking edge typically goes to Michelin by small margins
- Efficiency: Goodyear leads rolling resistance in all shared measures, aiding fuel consumption
- Longevity and cost: Goodyear shows higher projected mileage and lower price, delivering better value scores
- Noise/comfort: Both are quiet and comfortable; Goodyear marginally quieter in several tests
Overall Winner: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
Based on the tyre test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tyre has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tyre buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tyre industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tyres in the same test.
Why is this important? Tyre testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tyre test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tyre tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tyre Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tyre comparison, Tyre Reviews doesn't.