Segment
1. Michelin Primacy 4+ Premium2. BFGoodrich Advantage Upper-middle
Comparison: BFGoodrich Advantage vs. Michelin Primacy 4+
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When comparing the BFGoodrich Advantage and the Michelin Primacy 4+, there are clear differences and strengths to each tyre. To help you understand which tyre is right for your vehicle, we will be summarizing the details from multiple tests and sharing the verdict on the strengths and weaknesses of each model.
Starting with the BFGoodrich Advantage, our rating for this tyre is set at 68%. The tyre performs highly in terms of comfort, as found in the Autobild tests where its comfort was highlighted as a best feature. When considering its text summary from the autobild 2024, dynamisches Trockenhandling and a low rolling resistance are mentioned as positive aspects, as well as a reasonable price. On the downside, there were reports of a slight understeering tendency in wet conditions.
Now let's look at the Michelin Primacy 4+. This tyre, the latest in a series of previous models such as the Michelin Primacy 4 and 3, received a higher rating of 77% from us. In terms of noise, the tyre performs well with Autobild naming it as one of its best features. From the autobild 2024 test summary, it's noted for very balanced performance, both in dry and wet conditions, superior environmental sustainability and extremely high mileage (rated as best). Interestingly, the test did not point out any particular weaknesses.
Looking at mutual test positions, in the Autobild test, which included 55 tyres, the Michelin Primacy 4+ ranked at an impressive 5th position, while the BFGoodrich Advantage came in further down the list at 18th. In the ADAC test, which included 50 tyres, the Michelin Primacy 4+ stood at a solid 3rd position whereas the BFGoodrich Advantage placed at the 21st position.
Jeopardizing on the gathered data, the Michelin Primacy 4+ appears to perform better overall than the BFGoodrich Advantage in these tests, particularly noting its balance in different conditions and its high mileage performance. However, the BFGoodrich Advantage is still a solid choice for those prioritizing comfort and looking for a more competitively priced tyre.
It's important to note that neither of these models have been replaced with newer tyres yet, meaning that both are still available and on the front-line from their manufacturers.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
Average position in tests
2. BFGoodrich Advantage 13.62
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Michelin Primacy 4+ Highly recommended
Worst rating in test
2. BFGoodrich Advantage Sufficient
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - cross
Wet braking
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Outside noise accoring to EU label
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(Overall rating)Mileage
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Dimensions and prices
Mutual tests
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| BFGoodrich Advantage Rating: Good | |||||||
| Michelin Primacy 4+ Rating: Exemplary | |||||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,4 | 25,8 | |||||
| BFGoodrich Advantage | 37,4 | 29,1 | |||||
| Michelin Primacy 4+ | 36,3 | 27,7 | |||||
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| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,3 | 1,8 | |||||
| BFGoodrich Advantage Rating: Good | 2,8 | 2,9 | |||||
| Michelin Primacy 4+ Rating: Good | 1,6 | 2,3 | |||||
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