Comparison: Maxxis Premitra HP6 vs. Michelin Primacy 5

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Taiwan (Maxxis) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (84%) than Maxxis (58%). In this particular case, the Michelin Primacy 5 has a better rating of 84% compared to 54% of the Maxxis Premitra HP6. The first tyre test of Maxxis Premitra HP6 was done in 2026, compared to 2025 when was the Michelin Primacy 5 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ADAC 2026 225/50 R17 test, where both the Premitra HP6 and the Primacy 5 were tested. See more mutual tests below.