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Comparison: Michelin Primacy 4+ vs. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Falken e.Ziex vs. Hankook Ventus Evo

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
Hankook
Ventus Evo
Number of tests
13
18
3
3
Best position
#1
#1
#2
#2
Average position
4.3
6.1
3.7
3.3
Latest test
2025
2024
2025
2026
Available sizes
123
47
34
60

Wet

Wet
Michelin Primacy 4+
75%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Falken e.Ziex
75%
Hankook Ventus Evo
87%
Wet braking
Michelin Primacy 4+
79%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
Falken e.Ziex
87%
Hankook Ventus Evo
95%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Michelin Primacy 4+
79%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Falken e.Ziex
68%
Hankook Ventus Evo
81%
Wet handling
Michelin Primacy 4+
78%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Falken e.Ziex
69%
Hankook Ventus Evo
87%
Aquaplaning - cross
Michelin Primacy 4+
72%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Falken e.Ziex
61%
Hankook Ventus Evo
71%
Wet circle cornering
Michelin Primacy 4+
78%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
89%
Falken e.Ziex
77%
Hankook Ventus Evo
96%
Wet side guide
Michelin Primacy 4+
70%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
67%
Falken e.Ziex
73%

Dry

Dry
Michelin Primacy 4+
80%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Falken e.Ziex
85%
Hankook Ventus Evo
83%
Dry braking
Michelin Primacy 4+
87%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Falken e.Ziex
88%
Hankook Ventus Evo
76%
Dry handling
Michelin Primacy 4+
83%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Falken e.Ziex
81%
Hankook Ventus Evo
90%
Dry lane changing
Michelin Primacy 4+
74%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
87%
Falken e.Ziex
87%

Comfort

Comfort
Michelin Primacy 4+
86%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Hankook Ventus Evo
75%
Comfort
Michelin Primacy 4+
83%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
60%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Hankook Ventus Evo
76%
Exterior noise
Michelin Primacy 4+
77%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Hankook Ventus Evo
73%

Costs

Costs
Michelin Primacy 4+
80%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Falken e.Ziex
80%
Hankook Ventus Evo
80%
Rolling resistance
Michelin Primacy 4+
82%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
84%
Falken e.Ziex
95%
Hankook Ventus Evo
86%
Mileage
Michelin Primacy 4+
91%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Falken e.Ziex
60%
Hankook Ventus Evo
71%
Price/value
Michelin Primacy 4+
51%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
97%
Falken e.Ziex
60%
Hankook Ventus Evo
71%

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