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Michelin Primacy 5
225/55 R16 W (95)

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Excellent Grip in Wet
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Product description & features

  • Safety on wet roads
  • Excellent longevity
  • Suitable for EVs

Enjoy a premium driving experience with tyres that you can rely on - mile after mile.

The Michelin Primacy 5 tyre has been developed to deliver a safe and reliable performance. With the use of Michelin's next-generation EverGrip Technology and MaxTouch technology, the Primacy 5 delivers excellent wet braking and excellent longevity.

The Primacy 5 tyres are available in 16 inch, 17 inch, 18 inch, and 19 inch rim tyre sizes.

Excellent Longevity

In external tests that were run by the Dekra Test Centre on a Tesla Model 3 with the tyre size 235/45 R18, the Primacy 5 delivered 18% more mileage compared to its predecessor, the Primacy 4+.

Michelin has used their MaxTouch technology in the new Primacy 5 tyre to increase the contact between the tyre and the road. This helps to evenly spread the forces encountered when driving, such as acceleration, braking, and cornering.

A new patented tread compound works to maximise the tyre's longevity.

Suitable for EVs

The Michelin Primacy 5 features a rubber compound specially developed to reduce rolling resistance.

This works to help extend the battery range of an EV, as less energy is required when moving.

The tyre's new tread pattern reduces noise levels, an important comfort factor for EV owners.

Safety on Wet Roads

The Michelin Primacy 5 delivers 4% shorter wet braking distances when worn compared to its predecessor.

The tyre's tread pattern has been designed to remove water from the path of the tyre quickly. This provides excellent wet braking performance and reduces the risk of aquaplaning.

The Michelin Primacy 5 - 225/55 R16 W is a summer tyre.

Michelin Primacy 5 - 225/55 R16 W Reviews

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Ratings & Reviews

There are
2747
reviews of the Michelin Primacy 5

2747
total ratings, with
1288
review comments
Overall rating
4.7/5

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 205/55 R16 V

  • Car make: Saab
  • Car model: 9-3
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 12/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 20/05/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,500
Great tyres, great performance. I always use them.

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 215/55 R17 V

  • Car make: Hyundai
  • Car model: Kona
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 12/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 15/05/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 3,000
Single replacement tyre to match the rest

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 195/55 R16 V

  • Car make: Honda
  • Car model: CR-Z
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 12/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 26/05/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,000
Treated my car to having the wheels powder coated. The Michelins tyres on there were worn and 8 years old so ordered 4 new Michelin tyres. They grip well especially in the wet.

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 225/45 R18 W

  • Car make: BMW
  • Car model: 3 Series
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 11/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 12/08/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
Just what I wanted, a smooth, quiet drive with the confidence and comfort expected from the best premium tyres available.

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 195/55 R16 V

  • Car make: Renault
  • Car model: Zoe
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 11/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 19/08/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 800
so far so good. Far too early to comment on durability, but no impact noticed on fuel consumption

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 205/55 R16 V

  • Car make: Volkswagen
  • Car model: Golf
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 11/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 12/11/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 7,000
Still providing good grip and positive turn in whilst being good for economy and noise. - Massive improvement over the OEM fitment. Fitted to rear but noticed an improvement in turn in and rear end stability in both wet and dry conditions. Car in markedly more stable at higher corner speeds.

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 205/55 R16 V

  • Car make: Peugeot
  • Car model: 308
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 11/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 19/08/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 800
Grip well in dry conditions not had wet conditions to evaluate yet.

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 225/50 R18 V

  • Car make: Honda
  • Car model: HR-V
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 10/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 11/08/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
great upgrade over previous michelin

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 215/55 R17 W

  • Car make: Kia
  • Car model: Niro
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 10/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 15/08/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,500
I had two Michelin Primacy 5 215/55 R17 fitted to the front of my Kia e-Niro. These were to replace the original Primacy 3 tyres and are the latest compatible version. My initial primary reason for getting the Primacy 5's fitted was mileage range as with all EV's you can lose mileage range if fitting a non-spec tyre. However I have to say I'm impressed with the tyres excellent traction in both dry & wet conditions. And the overall handling and steering response is much improved. I would recommend these tyres.

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 235/45 R18 Y

  • Car make: Lexus
  • Car model: ES
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 09/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 10/08/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,500
Great performance - drove to Italy & back and they performed very well - well worth the small price premium .

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 215/45 R17 W

  • Car make: Volkswagen
  • Car model: Polo GTI
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 07/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 01/08/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 3,500
Great quality and wear

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 235/45 R17 W

  • Car make: Honda
  • Car model: Civic
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 07/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 13/08/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 800
Great all round. Special in wet weather

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 225/55 R18 V

  • Car make: Vauxhall
  • Car model: Grandland X
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 05/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 13/08/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 700
I am confident of their safety and reliability.

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 235/45 R17 W

  • Car make: Audi
  • Car model: A6
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 04/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 12/08/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 800
Have always had Goodyears on this car Audi A6 Avant C5, but as the Michelins were on offer as are normally more expensive, I decided to try them, so far very happy with them.

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 205/55 R19 V

  • Car make: Vauxhall
  • Car model: Grandland X
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 04/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 05/08/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,000
Very good drives sit should when the vehicle was new great tyres

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 205/55 R16 H

  • Car make: Honda
  • Car model: Civic
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 04/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 01/08/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,000
Good grip and noise levels but can't comment on wear as too soon but previous Michelins performed well.

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 205/55 R16 V

  • Car make: Volkswagen
  • Car model: Golf
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 04/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 12/05/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 3,000
Seem very similar to previous Primacy 4.

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 205/55 R16 V

  • Car make: Skoda
  • Car model: Octavia
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 03/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 07/08/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,500
Great grip in wet corners and rondabouts. Far quieter than budget tyres and the generral handling of the car is better and more planted. the fuel consumption benifits aren't noticable to me and i am waiting to see if the milage I get from them is as others have said. So far i am really pleased with them and hope they last on the country A roads i commute on.

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 225/50 R17 W

  • Car make: Skoda
  • Car model: Yeti
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 03/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 10/08/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 800
All as expected - a great combination of grip, durability and price.

Tyre review for Michelin Primacy 5 215/45 R17 W

  • Car make: Subaru
  • Car model: Impreza
  • 5 Stars
  • Reviewed on: 02/11/2026
  • Purchased on: 03/08/2026
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
Great tyres, they give me confidence in wet conditions
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