Comparison: Pirelli Cinturato (C3) vs. Michelin Primacy 5

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (84%) than Pirelli (79%). In this particular case, the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) has a better rating of 94% compared to 84% of the Michelin Primacy 5. Important for this comparison is also the ADAC 2026 225/50 R17 test, where both the Cinturato (C3) and the Primacy 5 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Pirelli Cinturato (C3) dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Michelin Primacy 5 also have A wet ratings.