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Comparison: Michelin Primacy 4+ vs. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Falken e.Ziex vs. Continental UltraContact NXT

Here we compare Michelin Primacy 4+, a successor of notable models such as Michelin Primacy 4 and Michelin Primacy 3, and Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2, an upgraded version of the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance. Manufactured by world-renowned companies Michelin and Goodyear, both of these tyres largely focus on summer performance.


Testing by various companies revealed some distinct characteristics. Vibilagare testing placed Goodyear at the 4th position out of 9 tyres while Michelin secured the 7th rank. According to ACE, Michelin demonstrated remarkable Dry handling and clinched the 3rd position out of 10 tyres while Goodyear stood 5th.


Autobild classified Michelin as a Comfort tire with lower Exterior noise, placing it 5th among 55 tested tyres. Goodyear earned the 13th position in the same test. On the other hand, Michelin Primacy 4+ got praised for its balanced performance abilities, good handling, short dry braking, and laudable mileage and economy.


In the ADAC test, Goodyear outperformed Michelin by claiming the first position for its superior mileage while Michelin secured the 3rd place out of 50 tyres. Michelin Primacy 4+ showcased excellent wet grip, with short wet braking and good wet handling abilities and high aquaplaning resistance, though fell short in dry handling.


Finally, TyreReviews.com noted Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 for its balanced performance with excellent wet and dry handling, good comfort levels, and low noise, though found it average in aquaplaning resistance and dry braking. Michelin, on the other hand, impressed with balanced performance on dry and wet roads, good environmental impact, and high mileage.


Overall, Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 has slightly outperformed Michelin Primacy 4+, being particularly notable for its impressive mileage and excellent wet and dry handling skills. Although Michelin offers tremendous wet grip, its dry handling properties lag slightly behind Goodyear. If exterior noise and comfort are a concern, switching to Michelin Primacy 4+ could be a prudent choice.

Test Profile

Michelin
Primacy 4+
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Falken
e.Ziex
Continental
UltraContact NXT
Number of tests
13
18
3
2
Best position
#1
#1
#2
#1
Average position
4.3
6.1
3.7
1.0
Latest test
2025
2024
2025
2025
Available sizes
123
47
34
23

Wet

Wet
Michelin Primacy 4+
75%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Falken e.Ziex
75%
Continental UltraContact NXT
56%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Michelin Primacy 4+
79%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Falken e.Ziex
68%
Continental UltraContact NXT
65%
Wet braking
Michelin Primacy 4+
79%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
Falken e.Ziex
87%
Continental UltraContact NXT
51%
Wet handling
Michelin Primacy 4+
78%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Falken e.Ziex
69%
Continental UltraContact NXT
45%
Aquaplaning - cross
Michelin Primacy 4+
72%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Falken e.Ziex
61%
Continental UltraContact NXT
68%
Wet circle cornering
Michelin Primacy 4+
78%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
89%
Falken e.Ziex
77%
Continental UltraContact NXT
1%
Wet side guide
Michelin Primacy 4+
70%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
67%
Falken e.Ziex
73%
Continental UltraContact NXT
75%

Dry

Dry
Michelin Primacy 4+
80%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Falken e.Ziex
85%
Continental UltraContact NXT
75%
Dry braking
Michelin Primacy 4+
87%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Falken e.Ziex
88%
Continental UltraContact NXT
63%
Dry handling
Michelin Primacy 4+
83%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Falken e.Ziex
81%
Continental UltraContact NXT
51%
Dry lane changing
Michelin Primacy 4+
74%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
87%
Falken e.Ziex
87%
Continental UltraContact NXT
100%
Dry steering response
Michelin Primacy 4+
90%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
92%
Falken e.Ziex
73%
Continental UltraContact NXT
88%

Comfort

Comfort
Michelin Primacy 4+
86%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Continental UltraContact NXT
44%
Comfort
Michelin Primacy 4+
83%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
60%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Continental UltraContact NXT
45%
Exterior noise
Michelin Primacy 4+
77%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Continental UltraContact NXT
42%

Costs

Costs
Michelin Primacy 4+
80%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Falken e.Ziex
80%
Continental UltraContact NXT
88%
Rolling resistance
Michelin Primacy 4+
82%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
84%
Falken e.Ziex
95%
Continental UltraContact NXT
88%
Mileage
Michelin Primacy 4+
91%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Falken e.Ziex
60%

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