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%). The first tyre test of Michelin Primacy 4 was done in 2019, compared to 2025 when was the Hankook ION FlexClimate first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 53% of Michelin Primacy 4 has A wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Hankook ION FlexClimate has B rating. We also know where
Primacy 4 is made - Spain/Germany/Poland.
