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Comparison: Maxxis Premitra HP5 vs. Petlas Imperium PT515 vs. Michelin Primacy 4+

Here we present a thorough comparison of two summer tyres: the Maxxis Premitra HP5 and the Petlas Imperium PT515. Both are respected models in their category, but there are key differences worth noting.


Firstly focusing on the Maxxis Premitra HP5, it received a rating of 56% on our site, with its highest performance in tests being the 9th position in Autobild's comparative evaluation out of 53 tires. Its best features were highlighted as being its excellent performance in aquaplaning - cross. The leading German automobile club, ADAC 2022 noticed its superb dry driving behavior and safety measures, as well as its response to Aquaplaning - cross and the Wet circle cornering. However, drawbacks were identified as a somewhat delayed steering response and a middling grip level on both wet and dry tracks. This equated to an overall 10th position out of 15 tyres tested.


On the other hand, the Petlas Imperium PT515, made in Turkey, received a lower rating of 42% on our platform. The tyre did not perform as well in the Autobild test, with a position of 35 out of 53. Sadly, its stand-out features and performance parameters were not specified. In the ADAC tests, it too did not shine, as it was placed 14th out of the 15 tyres evaluated.


In summary, Maxxis Premitra HP5 outperforms the Petlas Imperium PT515 in test performances. While Premitra HP5 showcases better safety measures, excellent dry driving behavior, and resistance to aquaplaning, the Imperium PT515 leads a lot to be desired with its lackluster performance in tests. Neither of the tyres is identified to have a newer model that replaced them.


In conclusion, for optimal performance, the Maxxis Premitra HP5 emerges as the better choice between the two tyres. However, individual preferences, driving conditions, and cost considerations could yield different conclusions for different drivers.

Test Profile

Maxxis
Premitra HP5
Petlas
Imperium PT515
Michelin
Primacy 4+
Number of tests
31
5
13
Best position
#1
#13
#1
Average position
9.5
24.0
4.3
Latest test
2024
2024
2025
Available sizes
64
11
123

Wet

Wet
Maxxis Premitra HP5
79%
Petlas Imperium PT515
54%
Michelin Primacy 4+
75%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Maxxis Premitra HP5
86%
Petlas Imperium PT515
71%
Michelin Primacy 4+
79%
Aquaplaning - cross
Maxxis Premitra HP5
88%
Petlas Imperium PT515
66%
Michelin Primacy 4+
72%
Wet braking
Maxxis Premitra HP5
71%
Petlas Imperium PT515
55%
Michelin Primacy 4+
79%
Wet circle cornering
Maxxis Premitra HP5
81%
Petlas Imperium PT515
60%
Michelin Primacy 4+
78%
Wet handling
Maxxis Premitra HP5
76%
Petlas Imperium PT515
30%
Michelin Primacy 4+
78%

Dry

Dry
Maxxis Premitra HP5
83%
Petlas Imperium PT515
46%
Michelin Primacy 4+
80%
Dry handling
Maxxis Premitra HP5
85%
Petlas Imperium PT515
30%
Michelin Primacy 4+
83%
Dry braking
Maxxis Premitra HP5
84%
Petlas Imperium PT515
63%
Michelin Primacy 4+
87%
Dry driving behavior
Maxxis Premitra HP5
83%
Petlas Imperium PT515
51%
Dry lane changing
Maxxis Premitra HP5
78%
Michelin Primacy 4+
74%

Comfort

Comfort
Maxxis Premitra HP5
76%
Petlas Imperium PT515
75%
Michelin Primacy 4+
86%
Exterior noise
Maxxis Premitra HP5
74%
Petlas Imperium PT515
70%
Michelin Primacy 4+
77%
Comfort
Maxxis Premitra HP5
79%
Michelin Primacy 4+
83%
Interior noise
Maxxis Premitra HP5
76%
Petlas Imperium PT515
81%
Michelin Primacy 4+
85%

Offroad

Offroad
Maxxis Premitra HP5
81%

Costs

Costs
Maxxis Premitra HP5
59%
Petlas Imperium PT515
72%
Michelin Primacy 4+
80%
Rolling resistance
Maxxis Premitra HP5
59%
Michelin Primacy 4+
82%
Mileage
Maxxis Premitra HP5
54%
Petlas Imperium PT515
75%
Michelin Primacy 4+
91%
Price/value
Maxxis Premitra HP5
56%
Michelin Primacy 4+
51%
Fuel efficiency
Maxxis Premitra HP5
73%
Petlas Imperium PT515
65%

Dimensions and prices

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Mutual tests

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2024205/55 R16View

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