Comparison: Continental UltraContact vs. Michelin Primacy 4+ vs. Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV vs. Hankook ION Evo

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Continental

UltraContact

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Continental stops shorter on dry; Michelin rides quieter and handles standing water better.

Continental UltraContact and Michelin Primacy 4+ are both premium summer touring tyres, but they chase different goals. The UltraContact is built around dry safety — short braking distances and long tread life — while the Primacy 4+ trades some outright grip for a noticeably quieter, more refined ride. One is the logical choice for drivers who want confidence on dry roads without paying a fortune in tyre changes. The other is what you buy when comfort and refinement matter more than lap times.

UltraContact

Good for

Drivers prioritising dry braking safety High-mileage drivers wanting long tread life Mixed-road use on predominantly dry routes Fuel-conscious drivers on a budget

Not ideal for

Drivers in flood-prone or high-rainfall areas Those prioritising interior noise and refinement Performance-focused drivers wanting wet confidence

Primacy 4+

Good for

Motorway commuters wanting a quiet cabin Comfort-focused family car drivers Drivers in regions with frequent heavy rain EV owners prioritising low rolling resistance

Not ideal for

Drivers who demand the shortest dry stopping distances Those wanting the latest wet-grip technology Buyers unaware the Primacy 5 now exists

Test Profile

UltraContact

Primacy 4+

Efficientgrip 2 SUV

ION Evo

Number of tests

1

13

5

1

Best position

#7

#1

Average position

7.0

4.3

2.2

1.0

Latest test

2023

2025

Available sizes

87

123

63

66

Tread pattern comparison

Continental UltraContact

Michelin Primacy 4+

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Verdict

The Continental UltraContact suits drivers who prioritise dry stopping power and long tyre life above all else — it's a logical, safe, economical choice for mixed-road drivers who spend meaningful time on dry roads and want their tyres to last. The Michelin Primacy 4+ is the better tyre for motorway commuters and comfort-focused drivers: quieter, smoother, and easier on fuel, with better aquaplaning reserves. Neither tyre is perfect in the wet, but the Primacy 4+'s overall test record — including a 3rd-place ADAC finish in a 50-tyre field — reflects a more balanced all-round performer. However, with the Primacy 5 now available, buyers considering the Primacy 4+ should check whether the newer model is similarly priced before committing.