Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 6 + 23 road tests and 16,816 + 13,422 owner reviews. How we score
Primacy 4 is ahead, 80–73
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Tests 73 · 6 tests Owners 72 · 16,816 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 15 in 2019 Summer and All Season Tyre Test (wet braking)
“I must admit to raising the preasures when on a long run and / or loaded up for European jaunt 2.2 bar front 2.4 bar rear Im going to pump em up a bit now and see what it drives like empty”
Tests 84 · 23 tests Owners 77 · 13,422 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 20 in 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test (wet braking)
“I have Primacy 4s on my Volvo wagon. I've been very pleased. Plenty of grip, low road noise and longevity.”
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
| Source | EfficientGrip Performance | Primacy 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 6 / 21 tests | 80 | 86 |
| Reviews found online | 74 | 75 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) · 5 shared tests · wins 0–5 | 97% | 99% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) · 4 shared tests · wins 2–2 | 98% | 98% |
| Dry Handling (tester's mark) (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 1–1 | 90% | 90% |
EfficientGrip Performance: 60% × 79.9 + 40% × 74.1 = 78
Primacy 4: 60% × 85.9 + 40% × 75.4 = 82
| Source | EfficientGrip Performance | Primacy 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 6 / 22 tests | 79 | 85 |
| Reviews found online | 78 | 80 |
| Straight Aquaplaning (% of best) · 3 shared tests · wins 2–1 | 99% | 97% |
| Wet Handling (tester's mark) (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 1–0 | 90% | 80% |
| Wet Braking (% of best) · 5 shared tests · wins 2–3 | 97% | 98% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) · 4 shared tests · wins 2–2 | 97% | 98% |
EfficientGrip Performance: 60% × 79 + 40% × 78.4 = 79
Primacy 4: 60% × 85.5 + 40% × 79.5 = 83
| Source | EfficientGrip Performance | Primacy 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 5 tests | 61 | 75 |
| Reviews found online | 74 | 76 |
| Comfort (tester's mark) (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1 | 70% | 90% |
EfficientGrip Performance: 40% × 60.7 + 60% × 74.3 = 69
Primacy 4: 40% × 75.4 + 60% × 75.8 = 76
| Source | EfficientGrip Performance | Primacy 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 4 / 15 tests | 71 | 74 |
| Reviews found online | ≈ 66 (est.) | ≈ 66 (est.) |
| Noise (% of best) · 4 shared tests · wins 1–2 | 98% | 98% |
EfficientGrip Performance: 60% × 71.2 + 40% × 66.4 (est.) = 69
Primacy 4: 60% × 73.6 + 40% × 66.4 (est.) = 71
No owner ratings of noise for EfficientGrip Performance or Primacy 4. The owner half is the owners’ average (66): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests, so the tests say nothing about how owners would rate it.
| Source | EfficientGrip Performance | Primacy 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 3 tests | 64 | 85 |
| Reviews found online | 64 | 75 |
EfficientGrip Performance: 60% × 64 + 40% × 63.5 = 64
Primacy 4: 60% × 84.8 + 40% × 75.4 = 81
| Source | EfficientGrip Performance | Primacy 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews found online | 72 | 75 |
| Source | EfficientGrip Performance | Primacy 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 4 / 15 tests | 79 | 93 |
| Rolling Resistance (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 1–1 | 98% | 98% |
| Category | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance | Michelin Primacy 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 73 | 80 |
| Dry | 78 | 82 |
| Wet | 79 | 83 |
| Comfort | 69 | 76 |
| Noise | 69 | 71 |
| Treadwear | 64 | 81 |
| Handling (owners) | 72 | 75 |
| Efficiency | 79 | 93 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
Wet grip and treadwear start at “Important” — the two things buyers rank highest. Move the sliders and the scores update instantly.
EfficientGrip Performance
Primacy 4
Per discipline: the average % of the best tire over every test both tires were in, and how many of those tests each one won. “Different tests” rows compare results from separate tests.
In the overall rankings of 8 tests that ran both, Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance finished ahead 2 times and Michelin Primacy 4 6 times.
| Discipline | Category | EfficientGrip Performance | Primacy 4 | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 97% | 99% | −2.0 | 0–5 in 5 shared tests Newest: 2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test · 215/55 R17 |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% | 98% | +0.4 | 2–2 in 4 shared tests Newest: 2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test · 215/55 R17 |
| Dry Handling (tester's mark) | Dry | 90% | 90% | −0.5 | 1–1 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test · 215/55 R17 |
| Straight Aquaplaning | Wet | 99% | 97% | +1.1 | 2–1 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test · 215/55 R17 |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 97% | 98% | −1.4 | 2–3 in 5 shared tests Newest: 2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test · 215/55 R17 |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 97% | 98% | −1.1 | 2–2 in 4 shared tests Newest: 2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test · 215/55 R17 |
| Wet Handling (tester's mark) | Wet | 90% | 80% | +10.0 | 1–0 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test · 215/55 R17 |
| Comfort (tester's mark) | Comfort | 70% | 90% | −20.0 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test · 215/55 R17 |
| Noise | Noise | 98% | 98% | −0.3 | 1–2 in 4 shared tests Newest: 2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test · 215/55 R17 |
| Wear | Treadwear | 70% #15/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 87% #2/21 · 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 98% | 98% | +0.1 | 1–1 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test · 215/55 R17 |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Price | Cost | 74% #4/9 · 2018 AZ Summer AND All Season Tyre Test | 63% #10/10 · 2022 AutoBild SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Cost | #9/20 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | #3/21 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Value | Cost | 56% #19/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 83% #8/21 · 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #6/7 | #5/7 | – | 2–6 in 8 shared tests Newest: 2019 Motor NAF/Vi Bilägare Summer Tire Test (Premium) · 205/55R16 |
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Community feedback on the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance is generally favorable, with drivers highlighting quiet road noise, good comfort, and solid wet and dry grip. Some users raise concerns regarding sidewall vulnerability and potential long-term cracking, while others inquire about variations in tread patterns.
“Quote: Originally Posted by manson The tyre noise between the three runs on the Goodyear EGP series was averaged at 74.1 dB. ... A little later, the GLA was ready to go on the Continental tyres and between the 3 runs (same as for the EGP series), the sound keeper recorded an average noise level of 76.3 dB . This implied a ~3% lower noise level on the EGP tyres: Although it is ~3% dB over dB, considering that 3dB corresponds to 2x loudness, the reduction may be more significant than what the number suggests.”
“GOODYEAR EfficientGrip Performance 205/55 R17 91V - reliability and resistance to damage question Hello guys! I'm driving Skoda Octavia. not a racer, just a usual 40yo man. I have a set of GOODYEAR EfficientGrip Performance 205/55 R17 91V on the car, and during the last 2 months I lost three tires, all the same way - pothole on the road, visibly small, front right wheel, instantly deflates, and a hole in tire not on tread but on the side - irreparable, new tire for 130eur, repeat again. Do you by chance know if it's the pattern for the model, or am I getting EXTREMELY unlucky? Can you maybe suggest some tire models and characteristics to look into to stop this from happening? I have only 2 out of 4 original tires left, so maybe it makes sense to change the entire set. Read more”
“I've just had these fitted too and have to say they seem much quieter than my Kumhos and certainly dry grip is excellent ( though I don't tend to drift round corners, unless something has gone wrong!)”
Based on 22 community posts
The Michelin Primacy 4 is generally praised for its comfortable ride, low road noise, and strong braking and safety in both dry and wet conditions. While many users report excellent tread longevity across tens of thousands of kilometers, some note faster wear on heavier electric vehicles or rough surfaces. It is viewed as a premium touring tire that is unsuitable for winter conditions, prompting some drivers to weigh its high price against newer models like the Primacy 5 or cheaper alternatives.
“Gomme alternative a Primacy 4 Buongiorno, ho una Peugeot 208 del 2020 con delle Michelin Primacy 4 205/45 R 17 88 V, le ho da 4 anni, circa 20000km all’anno tranne quest’anno che non le ho sostituite con le invernali e che quindi dovrei portarle ad usura completa con il prossimo “giro” delle gomme per altri 20000km. In totale arriverò a quasi 100000km, quindi super ammortizzate e le consiglierei sempre anche per la tenuta. Visto che entro fine estate pensavo di sostituirle tutte e quattro, vorrei capire se ci fossero delle alternative un più economiche ma altrettanto valide (un cambio gomme al momento mi costa circa €650-700). Read more”
“I might try to have a look at one today. There are two Uniroyal shops near me. Whether they have one in stock to look at though...? The trouble is they look really nice online but I'd like to see them in the flesh first. The old tyres (above photo) that were on these wheels were that nice square edged profile that I like, much the same as the Michelin Pilot Sports. These are going on my sons Golf EV so I'm also trying to consider if they are A rated for fuel, the best wet grip I can find and the lowest decibel level. The best choice I can find is the Michelin Primacy 4 which are A, A and 68. But on Black Circles it says they were designed for BMW. I'm sure they fit any wheel but do those properties still hold? I've always bought Pilots but B, B and 72, and its this 72 that really bugs me, is whats making me invest so much time into getting the right tyre for Toms EV. I'm getting a Tesla this Tuesday which does in fact come with the Pilots so they must be good on EV's anyway. Who knew buying tyres was so complicated.”
“Michelin Primacy 4 or Conti UC6 - Virtus GT Hey, i recently got a Virtus GT with stock Apollo alnac 4g tyres - looking to upgrade them. As per ChatGPT my options are Michelin Primacy 4 and Continental UC6 - budget is not really a problem. Overall i want good grip, handling, comfort and low cabin noise. Not going for Pilot Sport 4, because don't want to compromise on comfort for performance when i am not going to push my car too much, hence PS4 is a no no. But read it somewhere that with Primacy 4, there is a noticeable difference in mileage not sure if it means going up or down. Need recommendations on what i should get! Thanks in advance”
Based on 43 community posts
| Attribute | A · Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance | B · Michelin Primacy 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer | Summer |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 52 | 57 |
| Rim diameters | 14″ – 20″ | 15″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | 9/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 340 A A | 340 A A |
| Sidewall | Raised Black Lettering - Serrated Black Lettering | — |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | — |
| Sizes in common | 37 | 37 |
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance
Michelin Primacy 4
Winner: Michelin Primacy 4 — better treadwear, efficiency and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Michelin Primacy 4 scores 81 vs 64 on treadwear.
Michelin Primacy 4 scores 93 vs 79 on efficiency.
Michelin Primacy 4 scores 76 vs 69 on comfort.
Michelin Primacy 4 scores 82 vs 78 on dry.
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance won 2 of 3 shared straight aquaplaning tests.
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Michelin Primacy 4, 83 vs 79 on our wet score.
Michelin Primacy 4, 82 vs 78 on our dry score.
Neither, by our numbers: 69 vs 71 on the noise score, within 3 points.
Michelin Primacy 4, 76 vs 69 on our comfort score.
Michelin Primacy 4, 81 vs 64 on our treadwear score.
Michelin Primacy 4, 93 vs 79 on our efficiency score.
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.
Handling is the exception: road tests measure it inside the dry and wet scores, so its own row comes from owner ratings only and starts as less important.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score. Full methodology
