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Comparison: Michelin Primacy 4 vs. Semperit Speed-Life 3 (2026)

3 mutual test(s) with detailed data
In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Austria (Semperit). Semperit is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Semperit (55%). The first tyre test of Michelin Primacy 4 was done in 2019, compared to 2021 when was the Semperit Speed-Life 3 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ADAC 2022 215/60 R16 test, where both the Primacy 4 and the Speed-Life 3 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 52% of Michelin Primacy 4 has A wet grip rating, whereas 98% of Semperit Speed-Life 3 has B rating. We also know where Primacy 4 is made - Spain/Germany/Poland.

Test Profile

Michelin
Primacy 4
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Number of tests
20
14
Best position
#1
#2
Average position
3.5
18.1
Latest test
2022
2026
Available sizes
367
118

Performance comparison

Averaged from 3 tests

Wet Performance
Confidence
Michelin Primacy 4
76%
Michelin
Primacy 4
Semperit Speed-Life 3
77%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Wet Braking
Michelin Primacy 4
86%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
83%
Wet Handling
Michelin Primacy 4
73%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
71%
Wet Circle Cornering
Michelin Primacy 4
84%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
75%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Michelin Primacy 4
69%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
72%
Aquaplaning Cross
Michelin Primacy 4
66%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
82%
Dry Performance
Confidence
Michelin Primacy 4
73%
Michelin
Primacy 4
Semperit Speed-Life 3
70%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Dry Braking
Michelin Primacy 4
87%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
72%
Dry Handling
Michelin Primacy 4
59%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
67%
Comfort & Noise
Confidence
Michelin Primacy 4
78%
Michelin
Primacy 4
Semperit Speed-Life 3
69%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Noise Exterior
Michelin Primacy 4
77%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
77%
Noise Interior
Michelin Primacy 4
74%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
74%
Ride Comfort
Michelin Primacy 4
82%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
56%
Economy
Confidence
Michelin Primacy 4
85%
Michelin
Primacy 4
Semperit Speed-Life 3
75%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Rolling Resistance
Michelin Primacy 4
79%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
63%
Fuel Efficiency
Michelin Primacy 4
84%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
80%
Mileage
Michelin Primacy 4
93%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
82%

Performance spider chart

Tests used in comparison

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
ADACADAC
Summer
2022185/65 R15View
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2021205/55 R16View
ADACADAC
Summer
2021225/50 R17View

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