Comparison: Michelin Primacy 4+ vs. Hankook ION Evo

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Hankook). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (84%) than Hankook (80%). In this particular case, the Hankook ION Evo has a better rating of 90% compared to 76% of the Michelin Primacy 4+. The first tyre test of Michelin Primacy 4+ was done in 2023, compared to 2025 when was the Hankook ION Evo first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 215/55 R18 test, where both the Primacy 4+ and the ION Evo were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Michelin Primacy 4+ dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (98%) of the Hankook ION Evo also have A wet ratings. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Primacy 4+ is made in Spain and ION Evo is made in Hungary.