Michelin

We have selected just a few Michelin summer tyres from the many available, based on the most recent independent tests. The three tyres below represent different approaches within Michelin’s summer range: an ultra-high-performance road tyre, a low‑rolling‑resistance “eco” tyre and a dedicated SUV premium tyre. Each entry summarises the most important test findings, the tyre’s strengths and weaknesses and any model succession or replacement information worth noting.

Michelin Pilot Sport 5
The Pilot Sport 5 is Michelin’s current UUHP (ultra‑ultra high performance) offering and is the direct successor to the Pilot Sport 4 (and, before that, the Pilot Sport 3). It appears consistently at the top of recent 2025 test lists: Auto Bild called it “exemplary”, Autozeitung “highly recommended” and ADAC rated it “good”. Test highlights emphasise dynamic, precise handling, short braking distances on both wet and dry surfaces, very good predicted mileage and low wear. ADAC noted only slight weaknesses in transverse aquaplaning behaviour. With a high model score (rating 95) the Pilot Sport 5 is best suited to drivers who prioritise steering precision, lap‑type handling and strong braking performance, while still getting very good durability.

Michelin e.Primacy
The e.Primacy is Michelin’s eco‑oriented summer tyre with a clear focus on low rolling resistance and longevity. It has been tested several times with mixed results: Automotorsport gave it “very good” for balanced dynamics, low noise and excellent fuel efficiency but also reported longer braking distances and some wet‑handling limits in certain sizes; Motor recommended it in 2025; ADAC’s 2023 assessment downgraded the overall score to “sufficient” despite awarding top marks for environmental footprint, sustainability, very high mileage and minimal abrasion. The model data rate (71) reflects these trade‑offs: excellent economy and wear characteristics (manufactured in IT/ES/DE), but compromises in wet and dry braking or handling that make it a better choice for drivers who prioritise efficiency and long tread life over sportier handling.

Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
The Pilot Sport 4 SUV is Michelin’s premium SUV performance tyre and has performed strongly across recent SUV and crossover test programmes. It was named test winner by Vibilagare (2025) and has earned “exemplary” and “very good” grades from Auto Bild and Automotorsport in different sizes and years. Tests highlight confident wet‑weather reserves including good aquaplaning resistance, short wet and dry braking distances, precise turn‑in and a comfortable ride—traits you expect from a premium SUV tyre. Some testers noted only limited off‑road side‑bite or marginal dynamic compromises in particular sizes. The Pilot Sport 4 SUV combines high safety reserves with good comfort (model rating 93; made in PL/ES) and is a natural choice for sporty SUVs where on‑road behaviour and wet performance are priorities.

Practical takeaways
- If you want maximum grip, precise steering and shortest braking distances for sporty road use, the Pilot Sport 5 is the strongest overall performer among these picks. It replaces the Pilot Sport 4 in Michelin’s line‑up as the newer generation.
- If low fuel consumption, very long tread life and minimal abrasion are your priority, the e.Primacy delivers outstanding efficiency and sustainability, but accept that braking and wet‑handling balance can be compromised in some sizes.
- For SUV and crossover drivers who want premium on‑road performance with high safety reserves in wet conditions and good comfort, the Pilot Sport 4 SUV is a well‑tested, high‑scoring option.

All three tyres have been evaluated in independent test programmes; final choice should consider your vehicle type, typical driving conditions (wet vs dry, sporty vs economical) and the tyre sizes available for your car.