Michelin Primacy 3
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Ratings, dimensions, and construction details for the Michelin Primacy 3 in size 195/65R15.
Features & benefits
- A tread pattern tuned for the tire's primary job (all-season grip and wear)
- Siping and groove geometry that help evacuate water and maintain contact
- A rubber compound chosen for the temperature and surface mix this line targets
- Size coverage across common passenger and light-truck fitments where available
Technical specs
Size 195/65R15
- Load index
- 1,356 lbs (91)
- Max speed
- 118 MPH (T)
- Load range
- Standard (SL)
- Tire size
- 195/65R15
Editorial opinions for the model series
Independent magazine and lab tests, distilled into a quick conclusion plus the main strengths and weaknesses from each report.
2018Conclusion: exemplary (1,1)
1st place out of 16
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 3 205/55 R16
Further details available from ADAC- Very balanced with top marks when worn
- Especially good on dry roads
- Very good in the wet
- Tyre Reviews2018
Conclusion: exemplary (1,1)
1st place out of 17
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4 205/55 R16
Further details available from Tyre Reviews - Auto Navigator2019
Conclusion: exemplary (1,1)
1st place out of 18
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4 205/55 R16
Further details available from Auto Navigator 
2021Conclusion: exemplary (1,1)
1st place out of 11
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4 195/55 R16 87T
Further details available from Sport Auto- The shortest braking distances and high safety reserves in the dry and wet. Balanced
- Easily controllable
- Low noise levels
- Low rolling resistance
- Poor aquaplaning resistance
- Limited comfort
- 2022
Conclusion: exemplary (1,1)
1st place out of 18
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4 215/60 R16
Further details available from ADAC- Very balanced
- Very good in the dry
- Low fuel consumption
- Low wear
2024Conclusion: exemplary (1,1)
1st place out of 21
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4+ 205/55 R16 91V
Further details available from Auto Bild- Balanced
- High performance potential
- Good handling qualities
- Short dry braking distances
- Exemplary mileage and economic efficiency
- UTAC2025
Conclusion: exemplary (1,1)
1st place out of 14
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 5 225/45 R17 W9
Further details available from UTAC- Excellent on wet roads with calm, easy handling and very good grip in corners
- It delivers a short braking distance and outstanding resistance to aquaplaning
- Quiet with low rolling resistance, making it fuel-efficient
- Test winner
- Auto Zeitung2020
Conclusion: exemplary (1,3)
2nd place out of 20
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4 225/50 R17
Further details available from Auto Zeitung- Excellent handling
- Traction and wet braking performance
- Short braking distance on dry surfaces
- Low rolling resistance
- Average steering feel in the dry
- 2023
Conclusion: exemplary (1,3)
3rd place out of 45
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4+ 205/55 R16 91V
Further details available from ADAC- Very balanced
- Good on dry and wet roads
- Good environmental record
- Very high mileage (top grade.)
- 2021
Conclusion: exemplary (1,4)
5th place out of 53
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4 205/55 R16
Further details available from Auto Bild - 2024
Conclusion: exemplary (1,4)
2nd place out of 16
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4+ 215/55 R17
Further details available from ADAC- Its projected mileage is rated as very good, and tire wear is minimal
- It just misses a high rating in aquaplaning tests
- 2024
Conclusion: exemplary (1,4)
5th place out of 55
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4+ 205/55 R16
Further details available from Auto Bild - Auto Express2020
Conclusion: exemplary (1,5)
2nd place out of 10
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4 205/55 R16
Further details available from Auto Express- Impressive all-round result from Michelin which performed well and felt good to drive
- 2021
Conclusion: exemplary (1,5)
2nd place out of 10
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4 215/60 R17 96V
Further details available from Auto Bild Allrad- Top performer in the wet and dry with precise handling
- Short dry braking distance
- Good aquaplaning resistance
- Average traction on sand
- High price
- 2022
Conclusion: exemplary (1,5)
3rd place out of 22
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4 215/55 R17
Further details available from Auto Bild- Very good handling
- Crisp steering
- Good aquaplaning reserves
- Short braking distances
- Very low wear
- Low rolling resistance
- Expensive
- 2022
Conclusion: good (1,6)
3rd place out of 16
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4 185/65 R15
Further details available from ADAC- Very balanced
- Particularly good in the dry
- Low wear
- 2022
Conclusion: good (1,7)
8th place out of 44
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4 215/55 R17
Further details available from Auto Bild - Motor2023
Conclusion: good (1,7)
2nd place out of 8
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4+ 205/55 R16
Further details available from Motor- It is a well-balanced tire that ensures a high level of safety in all conditions
- Teknikens Varld2025
Conclusion: good (1,7)
2nd place out of 8
Tested tire: Michelin e.Primacy 235/55 R19 105V
Further details available from Teknikens Varld- Test winner
- 2024
Conclusion: good (2,0)
3rd place out of 10
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4+ 225/55 R17 100V
Further details available from Auto Bild- Top summer profile with dynamic and safe handling qualities on wet and dry surfaces
- Precise steering response with good feedback
- Short wet and dry braking distances
- Reliable aquaplaning characteristics
- Pleasantly quiet rolling comfort
- High price level
- Auto Review2015
Conclusion: good (2,1)
3rd place out of 9
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 3 225/45 R17
Further details available from Auto Review- Strong wet and dry grip
- Good dry braking
- Comfortable
- Sluggish steering in the dry
- 2021
Conclusion: good (2,1)
5th place out of 17
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4 225/50 R17
Further details available from ADAC- Top marks in the dry
- Best wear on test
- Slight weakness in the wet
- 2022
Conclusion: good (2,3)
4th place out of 11
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4 235/55 R18
Further details available from Auto Bild Allrad- Premium profile with balanced performance potential
- Short dry braking distances
- Fuel-saving rolling resistance
- Average aquaplaning qualities
- Expensive
- al volante2020
Conclusion: good (2,4)
4th place out of 10
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4 225/45 R17
Further details available from al volante- Good dry braking
- Safe dry and wet handling
- High Noise
- Tyre Reviews2023
Conclusion: good (2,4)
5th place out of 13
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4+ 205/55 R16 91V
Further details available from Tyre Reviews- Excellent wet grip with very short wet braking and good wet handling
- Very high aquaplaning resistance
- Low noise
- High levels of comfort
- Low rolling resistance
- Sluggish dry handling with limited grip in handling and braking
- 2021
Conclusion: good (2,5)
8th place out of 20
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4 205/55 R16 91V
Further details available from Auto Bild- Premium tires with short wet and dry braking distances
- Very low rolling resistance very low wear
- Good comfort
- Sluggish handling
- 2026
Conclusion: satisfactory (2,7)
7th place out of 16
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 5 225/50 R17 98W
Further details available from ADAC- Misses a good safety rating
- Vi Bilagare2022
Conclusion: satisfactory (2,8)
5th place out of 10
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4 205/55 R16 91V
Further details available from Vi Bilagare- Logical and easy to drive
- Good aquaplaning resistance
- Side grip on wet road
- Sound comfort
- Tyre Reviews2026
Conclusion: satisfactory (2,9)
6th place out of 12
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 5 225/45 R17 94W
Further details available from Tyre Reviews- A quiet
- Comfortable
- Efficient road tire with a stable
- Safe balance in both wet and dry driving
- Grip-based results were mostly mid-pack
- So it isn't a front-runner for braking or handling pace
- al volante2025
Conclusion: satisfactory (3,1)
4th place out of 7
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 5 225/55 R18 98H
Further details available from al volante- A good balance between performance and efficiency
- It delivers solid wet performance with good aquaplaning resistance
- Tyre Reviews2016
Conclusion: satisfactory (3,2)
8th place out of 14
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 3 225/45 R17
Further details available from Tyre Reviews - Tyre Reviews2020
Conclusion: satisfactory (3,2)
7th place out of 12
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4 205/55 R16 91H
Further details available from Tyre Reviews- High levels of comfort and low noise
- Very low rolling resistance
- High aquaplaning resistance
- Most expensive tire on test
- Relatively slow dry and wet handling laps
- Tyre Reviews2019
Conclusion: satisfactory (3,3)
5th place out of 8
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4 205/55 R16
Further details available from Tyre Reviews- Excellent braking performance
- Weak lateral stability
- Vi Bilagare2021
Conclusion: satisfactory (3,3)
5th place out of 8
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4 225/45 R17 94W
Further details available from Vi Bilagare- Good aquaplaning resistance given it's shallow starting tread depth
- Lowest fuel consumption on test
- Short braking in the dry and wet
- Average comfort and low lateral wet circle grip
- Die Reifentester2025
Conclusion: adequate (3,7)
5th place out of 7
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 5 205/55 R17 91V
Further details available from Die Reifentester - Auto Zeitung2024
Conclusion: adequate (4,0)
7th place out of 9
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 4+ 225/45 R17 94W
Further details available from Auto Zeitung- Strong wet performance
- Tyre Reviews2018
Conclusion: adequate (4,2)
9th place out of 11
Tested tire: Michelin Primacy 3 235/45 R18
Further details available from Tyre Reviews
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