Michelin Primacy 5 is Michelin's current flagship touring tyre, built for drivers who want a strong balance of wet safety, ride comfort, and long tread life without compromising everyday handling. It received GTU 2026's highest endorsement (sehr empfehlenswert) in the 235/45R18 category — the strongest possible rating from that independent testing body.

In independent testing, the Primacy 5 has shown excellent wet braking performance, with an 88% wet grip composite score from user reviews on tyrereviews.com. Ride comfort and noise levels are among the best in the premium touring class — a 95% comfort rating makes it one of the quietest tyres available in this size. Tread life is a particular strength, with an expected mileage of around 53,000 km and a 92% wear rating from owners.

In the 235/50R18 101V XL size, the Primacy 5 suits EV crossovers like the BYD Atto 3, where its combination of wet safety, low noise, and long wear life may complement the EV driving experience. It is a comfort-and-safety-first tyre rather than a sporty performance tyre — steering feedback is deliberately tuned for stability and refinement over sharp handling response.

Key Features

• Excellent wet braking — 88% wet grip composite, strong aquaplaning resistance
• Outstanding comfort — 95% comfort rating, among the quietest in class
• Long tread life — 92% wear rating, expected ~53,000km global average (*Note will be lower for EV cars, or on Singapore temperature high roads) 
• high load rating — reinforced construction for heavier vehicles and EVs

Independent Test Results

• Rated 9.4/10 on tyrereviews.com (High Confidence, 9 professional tests, avg 4th place)
• GTU 2026: sehr empfehlenswert (Highly Recommended) — 235/45R18 category
• Recommended in "The BEST Summer Tyres for 2026" by Tyre Reviews
• Multiple top-4 finishes in premium touring category tests

What to Know

• Steering feedback may feel muted compared to sport-oriented tyres — this is a comfort tyre, not a performance tyre
• Less dynamic in aggressive cornering — drivers wanting sharp handling may prefer the Kumho Ecsta PS72 
• Rolling resistance is good but not class-leading — the Continental EcoContact 6 Q or Michelin e-Primacy may offer slightly better range for range-focused EV drivers

Fits

• BYD Atto 3 (all variants)
• Mercedes GLA
• Toyota Alphard/Vellfire
• MG HS

Price includes installation, balancing, and valve replacement.
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