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Comparison: Michelin Primacy 3 vs. Pirelli Cinturato (C3)

Michelin Primacy 3

Michelin

Primacy 3

VS

Pirelli Cinturato (C3)

Pirelli

Cinturato (C3)

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In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (84%) than Pirelli (79%). The first tyre test of Michelin Primacy 3 was done in 2016, compared to 2025 when was the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 91% of Michelin Primacy 3 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) also have A wet ratings.

Test Profile

Michelin

Primacy 3

Pirelli

Cinturato (C3)

Number of tests

10

4

Best position

#1

#1

Average position

6.1

3.3

Latest test

2018

2026

Available sizes

182

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Wet

Wet

Michelin Primacy 3

70%

Pirelli Cinturato (C3)

94%

Dry

Dry

Michelin Primacy 3

83%

Pirelli Cinturato (C3)

100%

Comfort

Comfort

Michelin Primacy 3

85%

Pirelli Cinturato (C3)

89%

Costs

Costs

Michelin Primacy 3

85%

Pirelli Cinturato (C3)

87%

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