Comparison: Michelin Primacy 4 vs. Vredestein ULTRAC vs. Kumho Ecsta PS71

Today, we bring you a comprehensive comparison featuring two summer tyres, the Michelin Primacy 4 and the Vredestein ULTRAC. We'll be summarizing the results from rigorous tests carried out by several auto platforms, highlighting strengths and weaknesses for each tyre.

Michelin Primacy 4

Manufactured in ES, DE, PL, the touring type, Michelin Primacy 4 is a successor to Michelin Primacy 3. It scores an impressive 84% rating on our website, and has been replaced by the Michelin Primacy 4+.


In the Autobild tests, it came 8th out of 51 and demonstrated Dry handling and Comfort as its best features. Autozeitung rated it fourth out of ten, while ADAC ranked it third out of sixteen, praising its Dry Braking and Wet Circle Cornering capabilities. Overall, it is commended for its good handling qualities, good aquaplaning reserves, short braking distances, very high mileage, and low rolling resistance.

Vredestein ULTRAC

The Vredestein ULTRAC, made in HU, is a summer tyre that comes first equipment on the BMW 2-series Active Tourer. It has our website rating of 42%.


In the Autobild test, the ULTRAC scored an impressive 4th place out of 51. Best features were noted as Dry braking and Interior noise. Autozeitung placed the ULTRAC second out of ten, while in the ADAC test, it came 13 out of 16. Overall, it's recognized for its convincing safety reserves in aquaplaning, sporty dynamic handling, and short braking distances on both wet and dry tracks.

Conclusion

Overall, the Michelin Primacy 4 is a very good all-round summer tyre, performing consistently in all tests, with very few weaknesses. In contrast, while the Vredestein ULTRAC performs well in areas such as dry braking and interior noise, it falls short in areas such as fuel consumption and wear. Consequently, the Michelin Primacy 4 comes out on top in most comparisons.