Michelin have a long track record, over 100 hundred years in fact, of making quality, reliable tyres and the Primacy 3, designed for high performance vehicles and which will replace the Primacy HP, is one of their newest products. With a new tread pattern and tread compound designed to ensure the whole of the tread is in full contact with the road surface, Michelin says this should give improved longevity and fuel savings.
The test results
In independent tests, using tyres of differing sizes and with V and W speed ratings (V is 149 mph/240 kph; W is 168 mph/270 kph), the Primacy 3 demonstrated excellence in wet cornering, and wet and dry braking. It also performed well in a noise test, which is a real bonus on long motorway runs.
The reviews
Despite this, online customer reviews are showing mixed results with many drivers saying that the Primacy 3 is giving lower mileages than its predecessor the Primacy HP. Some report that they are seeing only 10-11000 miles from a tyre before it wears although others are delighted with the performance and say that they are easily getting in excess of 20000 miles from the Primacy 3. There are also variations in reports regarding the tyre’s grip capabilities with some declaring themselves to be distinctly under-whelmed by Michelin’s stated improvements while others think the tyre is the best thing since sliced bread and are very impressed by the grip, particularly in the dry. Of course, different driving styles in different cars and in varying road conditions are bound to throw up wildly differing opinions but the overall impression is that the Primacy 3 is good value for money.
Retailing at around £58 – £189 (approximately) the Michelin Primacy 3 is not the cheapest tyre around but you get what you pay for and with this one you get a very safe, reliable and competent tyre for your money. If you’d like to check out the best price for Michelin Primacy 3, then why not take a look at Tyrequote.com to get the best quote in your area for Michelin tyres.