Bridgestone Turanza 6 vs Michelin Primacy 4 Plus
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 five tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgestone Turanza 6 | one | |
| Michelin Primacy 4 Plus | four |
While it might look like the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus is better than the Bridgestone Turanza 6 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
- Excellent aquaplaning resistance and wet handling stability (e.g., AMS SUV curved aqua +31%)
- Sportier, precise dry handling feel with controllable limits
- Often lower purchase price with competitive rolling resistance/fuel use
- Consistently decent wet braking and very balanced overall dynamics
- Class-leading dry and wet braking across tests (5/5 dry braking wins; ADAC wet −10%)
- Outstanding wear and efficiency over time (e.g., +26% projected mileage in ADAC)
- Lower exterior noise and high comfort refinement
- Strong overall test outcomes (4 overall wins) and solid value-per-km despite higher price
Dry Braking
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was better during five dry braking tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus stopped the vehicle in 2.19% less distance than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Dry Braking: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was better during one dry handling [s] tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was 0.52% faster around a lap than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during one dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was 0.24% faster around a lap than the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was better during three wet braking tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus stopped the vehicle in 0.84% less distance than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Wet Braking: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus stopped the vehicle in 7.02% less distance than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during one wet handling [s] tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was 0.25% faster around a wet lap than the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during two wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was 0.27% faster around a wet lap than the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was 1.61% faster around a wet circle than the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus.
Best In Wet Circle: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during two straight aqua tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 floated at a 1.83% higher speed than the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus.
Best In Straight Aqua: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during two curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 slipped out at a 11.15% higher speed than the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Noise
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was better during two noise tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus measured 0.97% quieter than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Noise: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus
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Noise
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was better during one noise tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus measured 1.41% quieter than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Noise: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus
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Wear
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was better during two wear tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus is predicted to cover 17.08% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Wear: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus
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Value
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was better during one value tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus proved to have a 3.99% better value based on price/1000km than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Value: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus
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Price
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during two price tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 cost 7.72% less than the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus.
Best In Price: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during one rolling resistance tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 had a 0.81% lower rolling resistance than the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during one fuel consumption tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 used 1.72% less fuel than the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Abrasion
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 4 Plus emitted 34.11% less particle wear matter than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Abrasion: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus
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Real World Driver Reviews
Bridgestone Turanza 6 Driver Reviews
Most drivers rate the Bridgestone Turanza 6 highly for its excellent wet grip and braking, very low noise levels, comfortable ride, and improved fuel economy, often noting strong aquaplaning resistance and confidence in heavy rain. Dry grip is generally good for a touring tyre, but the softer sidewalls can make steering feel less precise, with some reports of floatiness, understeer, and reduced feedback at higher speeds. A minority mention faster or uneven wear and occasional noise increase over time, but these are not dominant trends. Overall, the Turanza 6 suits drivers prioritizing comfort, quietness, and wet-weather security over sporty handling feel.
Based on 48 reviews with an average rating of 79%
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
Key Differences
- Braking security: Michelin consistently stops shorter in dry and wet; Bridgestone only edges a few wet metrics
- Aquaplaning: Bridgestone often resists aquaplaning better, especially in SUV size; Michelin is average-to-good
- Handling character: Bridgestone feels sportier and more agile; Michelin prioritizes stability and comfort
- Longevity: Michelin delivers markedly higher mileage and lower abrasion
- Noise/comfort: Michelin runs quieter and smoother; Bridgestone can be firmer/jolty over joints
- Cost profile: Bridgestone usually cheaper to buy; Michelin offers better value per 1,000 km through wear
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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.
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