Michelin Primacy 3 Reviews - Page 12
Given 93%
while driving a
Mazda 3 2.0 DISI
(205/50 R17 W)
on mostly motorways
for 5,000 spirited miles
I switched from Toyo Proxes R32 to Michelin Primacy 3. The Michelin feels slightly softer with a bit less precise steering but with improved comfort. The noise is very similar - very low. It is too soon to comment on wear. Even though the Michelin has C grade fuel consumption on EU label vs F grade for Toyo, I can see no fuel consumption improvement. The rim protector on sidewall is much smaller then it was on Toyo.
Overall I like the Primacy 3 very much. It is great for long distance travelling as it is silent and comfy with very good dry and wet grip.
Overall I like the Primacy 3 very much. It is great for long distance travelling as it is silent and comfy with very good dry and wet grip.
Given 95%
while driving a
BMW E39 5 series
(225/55 R16 W)
on a combination of roads
for 100 average miles
I had several E39s over the years and the only tyre coming close to or being equal to the Michelin Primacy 3 ST - yes ST as new development made for Pacific region by Michelin - is the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 as 17" model. They are unbelievable re noise level, grip like a high performance tyre but cost less. Impressive around bends in the wet even when accelerating hard. Transformed the car completely and as I have driven Michelin Pilot Sport 3 on same E39 type before I can say they are the same but the Primacy are cheaper. Cannot comment on wear at all though.
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Given 97%
while driving a
Ford Focus mk2
(205/55 R16)
on a combination of roads
for 0 average miles
Very soft tyre and good grip on dry and wet condition. So far very big diferent on better way between michelin HP and michelin primacy 3.Primacy its much more comfort tyre then HP
Given 76%
while driving a
Citroën (225/55 R16 H)
on mostly country roads
for 12,000 easy going miles
I don't drive fast but have had no problems with wet and dry grip. It only slips pulling away on hills. The car generally gives little feedback from the road so I can't really comment on the feedback. The loudest noise in the car (apart from the radio) is the tyres so they could be quieter but they are not obtrusive.
The problem I have is the mileage. 12,000 miles is just not enough, making them very expensive.
The problem I have is the mileage. 12,000 miles is just not enough, making them very expensive.
Given 97%
while driving a
Honda Accord
(205/55 R16 V)
on mostly motorways
for 5,000 average miles
Superb tyres! Better then Dunlop SportMaxx RT.
Given 84%
while driving a
Kia Motors (215/55 R17 V)
on a combination of roads
for 4,000 average miles
I am very happy with them. Better then the Advan dB 215/50/17 I took off, very quiet on the motorway, better wet/ dry handling and better comfort. I can't comment on longevity as I've only covered around 4k miles, but so far so good! Sure I will be buying again and recommend them to my friend. Thumbs up to Michelin.
Given 87%
while driving a
Ford Mondeo Titanium X
(225/45 R17)
on mostly motorways
for 28,000 spirited miles
I'm not sure if I am reviewing the same tyres as some others given the comments re wearing. I have for years used Goodyear Efficient Grip tyres and found these to be pretty good. I changed to Primacy 3's last time for a bit of a change. I do around 40,000 miles per annum - 90% motorway driving. I've had 28,000 miles of the front two - which now need changed. The rears, which were fitted at the same time still have about 2.5mm tread left to the legal.... so a few more miles yet. I've been very happy with these overall and think the wear has been great...
Given 97%
while driving a
Vauxhall Insignia CDTI 160
(245/45 R18 W)
on a combination of roads
for 20,000 average miles
fitted to 2011 vauxhall insignia 2.o cdti sri. original continental sport 3 changed at 22k rear and 29k front - obviously been rotated at some point but therefore averaging about 25k. have now worn 2mm of front and back (they come with 7mm) and estimating getting 22k out of the front and 43k from rear so averaging about 30k. Think this is a fairly good wear rate for a very good all-round tyre.
Given 39%
while driving a
Citroën C4 Grand Picasso
(215/55 R16 W)
on a combination of roads
for 44,000 easy going miles
Car is a Citroen C4 Grand Picasso, 50% motorways and 50% local country roads. The original equipment Michelins were changed at 20677 miles and 4 x Prestivo XL fitted (£320) which lasted until 32535 (11858). The Primacy 3 tread wear 240 were then fitted and at 44200 need change- 11665 miles only. These premium priced tyres have been a waste of money and I will not buy them again for this car.
Given 61%
while driving a
SEAT Leon FR tdi
(225/45 R17 W)
on mostly motorways
for 6,000 average miles
I managed 6000 miles on the back with these tyres, compared with 13000 miles from a pair of Goodyear eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 on the front. At 1p a mile for each tyre I'd expect a better ride.
Given 86%
while driving a
Volkswagen Golf 6 GT
(205/55 R16 W)
on mostly motorways
for 2,000 spirited miles
Superb tyres. Excellent steering feedback. Very confortable and quite. Smooth creamy ride. Negociate corners with aplomb.. must lesser wobbling compared to Hancook V12. High speed stability..very very satisfying braking feel..and it brakes
Given 74%
while driving a
Renault Megane
(205/55 R16 V)
on a combination of roads
for 0 average miles
I recently migrated from the Bridgestone My-01 Sports Tourer to the Michelin Primacy 3, the handling on this tyres is good, both dry and wet. The tyre also offers a very quiet and comfortable ride. The only down side to the tyre is the wear rate, I have done 6000Km on the tyre and is where the bridgestone was at 10 000km. I got 60 000 Kms from the Bridgestone, I doubting very much that I will even get to 50 000 from the Michelin. At the price they come at, they are expected to last longer.