Comparison: Michelin e.Primacy vs. Continental UltraContact NXT
In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (Continental). Generally, Continental summer tyres are slightly better rated (92%) than Michelin (85%). In this particular case, the Continental UltraContact NXT has a better rating of 95% compared to 71% of the Michelin e.Primacy. The first tyre test of Michelin e.Primacy was done in 2023, compared to 2025 when was the Continental UltraContact NXT first tested. Important for this comparison is also the motor 2025 205/55 R16 test, where both the e.Primacy and the UltraContact NXT were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Michelin e.Primacy has B wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Continental UltraContact NXT has A rating. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the e.Primacy is made in Italy/Spain/Germany and UltraContact NXT is made in Portugal.
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These tyres were tested together in 2 test(s) with detailed performance data. This page shows you a comprehensive comparison based on actual head-to-head test results instead of general rankings.
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Mutual tests overview
Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results
Performance comparison
Averaged from 2 tests
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Performance spider chart
Visual comparison of all performance categories from mutual tests.
Dimensions and prices
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