Comparison: Michelin Primacy 4+ vs. Yokohama BluEarth-XT (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Yokohama). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Yokohama (71%). In this particular case, the Michelin Primacy 4+ has a better rating of 78% compared to 74% of the Yokohama BluEarth-XT. The first tyre test of Michelin Primacy 4+ was done in 2023, compared to 2025 when was the Yokohama BluEarth-XT first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 215/55 R18 test, where both the Primacy 4+ and the BluEarth-XT were tested. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Primacy 4+ is made in Spain and BluEarth-XT is made in Japan.