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Primacy 4 SUVSUV tire that stays safe from new to worn: is it good
Michelin's Primacy 4 family in SUV sizes, highlighting wet braking that stays strong even as the tread nears the end of its life.
- Type
- Summer SUV tire
- Sizes
- 17- and 19-inch rims
- Warranty
- 2 years / 50,000 km
- Strength
- Good wet braking even when worn
2 sizes in stock, 19-inch
Summary
Primacy 4 SUV is Michelin's summer tire from the Primacy 4 family in SUV sizes, built on the idea of being safe when new and safe when worn. Michelin Singapore's and Australia's websites say it brakes 2.5 m shorter on wet roads than the average of other premium brands when new, and 5.1 m shorter when worn, based on TÜV Rheinland Thailand tests commissioned by Michelin. It comes in 3 sizes on 17- and 19-inch rims.
Wet braking test results
Compared with the average of 4 other premium brands, braking from 80 km/h to a stop, tested by TÜV Rheinland Thailand at Michelin's request in January 2018 with Primacy 4 tires in 225/50R17 on a Honda Accord · worn = 2 mm tread remaining · per Michelin Singapore's and Australia's websites
Key technology
Specs
| Brand / Model | Michelin Primacy 4 SUV |
|---|---|
| Type | Summer SUV tire from the Primacy 4 family |
| Sizes per Michelin Singapore / Malaysia | 225/65R17 102H · 235/50R19 99V · 235/55R19 105W |
| Wet braking test | TÜV Rheinland Thailand, January 2018 (Primacy 4 tires in 225/50R17) |
| EU tire label (EPREL) | 225/65R17 102H: Fuel efficiency C · Wet braking B · Noise 69 dB |
| Brand | Michelin, France (founded in 1889 in Clermont-Ferrand) |
| Warranty | Covers manufacturing defects for 2 years or 50,000 km · cuts, bulges and punctures for 100 days or 3,000 km (buy 4 tires, install at a Subphaisal branch and register per the brand's terms) · See terms |
Sizes
| Size | Status | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 235/50R19 | In stock | See price |
| 235/55R19 | In stock | See price |
Who it's for
- SUVs on 19-inch wheels in 235/50R19 or 235/55R19, such as some versions of the Volvo XC40 and Volvo XC60
- Midsize SUVs on 225/65R17
- SUV drivers in the city and on long trips who want confident braking in the rain right up until the tread is nearly worn out
FAQ
Is the Michelin Primacy 4 SUV good?
Yes, for drivers who prioritize wet braking. Michelin says it brakes 2.5 m shorter than the average of other premium brands when new and 5.1 m shorter when worn, based on TÜV Rheinland Thailand tests commissioned by Michelin.
What is the difference between the Primacy 4 SUV and Primacy 4?
The Primacy 4 SUV is the Primacy 4 family in SUV sizes, with the same safe-when-new, safe-when-worn idea, and Michelin cites the same test results as the Primacy 4. The regular Primacy 4 comes mainly in sedan sizes.
What does "worn" mean in the Primacy 4 SUV test results?
Michelin says it means a tire with 2 mm of tread left, braking from 80 km/h on a wet road, compared with the average of 4 other premium brands.
What sizes does the Michelin Primacy 4 SUV come in?
Michelin's Singapore and Malaysia websites show 3 sizes: 225/65R17 102H, 235/50R19 99V and 235/55R19 105W. See the sizes Subphaisal has ready to ship in the size table above.
How did it do in independent tests?
No test under the Primacy 4 SUV name was found, but the Primacy 4 in an SUV size won the Tyre Reviews 2021 SUV tire test in 235/55 R18, ranking 1st of 9, standing out for braking and fuel economy. It was a test in Europe using a European-market size.
What warranty does the Primacy 4 SUV have?
Every tire bought from Subphaisal is covered by the manufacturer against manufacturing defects for 2 years or 50,000 km, for both store pickup and delivery, plus road hazard cover for cuts, bulges and punctures for 100 days or 3,000 km when you buy 4 tires, install them at a branch and register per the brand's terms. See the warranty page for details.
Where can I get the Primacy 4 SUV installed?
Order online and choose installation at any of Subphaisal's 5 branches in Thonburi and Nonthaburi, booking a date and time at checkout, or have the tires shipped anywhere in Thailand.
Sources: Michelin Singapore — Primacy 4 SUV · Michelin Malaysia — Primacy 4 SUV · Michelin Australia — Primacy 4 SUV · Michelin New Zealand — Primacy 4 SUV · EU EPREL — Primacy 4 SUV 225/65 R17 102H · Tyre Reviews — 2021 Tyre Reviews SUV Tyre Test (235/55 R18) · MICHELIN Guide — Michelin history (Clermont-Ferrand, 1889)
Warranties are provided by the tire manufacturers. Subphaisal submits claims on your behalf, and the manufacturer decides the result.
Interested in the Primacy 4 SUV?
See prices for every size. Book online and pay at a branch, or get free shipping anywhere in Thailand.