Comparison: Continental UltraContact vs. Michelin Primacy 5

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (Continental) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Continental summer tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than Michelin (84%). In this particular case, the Michelin Primacy 5 has a better rating of 86% compared to 53% of the Continental UltraContact. The first tyre test of Continental UltraContact was done in 2023, compared to 2025 when was the Michelin Primacy 5 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Continental UltraContact dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (98%) of the Michelin Primacy 5 also have A wet ratings.