Segment
1. Michelin Primacy 4 Premium2. Sava Intensa UHP 2 Lowcost
Comparison: Michelin Primacy 4 vs. Sava Intensa UHP 2
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The Michelin Primacy 4 made by Michelin and Sava Intensa UHP 2 manufactured by Sava are two summer tyres worth comparing. They feature distinct strengths and weaknesses and have performed differently in various test scenarios.
The Michelin Primacy 4 scores an overall rating of 84% in our tests. Its predecessor was the Michelin Primacy 3 and has since been replaced by the Michelin Primacy 4+. This tyre is classified under the touring subType and is produced in Spain, Germany and Poland.
Strengths of Michelin Primacy 4: It excels in dry handling and comfort, a performance reiterated in multiple tests. For instance, in the autobild 2022 test, evaluators praised its solid handling qualities, sharp steering response, good aquaplaning reserves and short braking distances. The tyre can also boast very high mileage and low rolling resistance.
Weaknesses of Michelin Primacy 4: Despite its reliable attributes, respondents criticized its high price level. Furthermore, it scores 5th position out of 17 in the ADAC test and falls to the 8th position in the Autobild test out of 51 tyres.
On the other hand, the Sava Intensa UHP 2, a successor to the Sava Intensa UHP, has an overall rating of 73% on our site.
Strengths of Sava Intensa UHP 2: Testers appreciate its safety reserves in aquaplaning situations, stable dry handling and short wet and dry braking distances. It also gets compliments for comfort and economical pricing, which becomes evident in the autobild 2022 test.
Weaknesses of Sava Intensa UHP 2: This tyre suffers from limited mileage. Additionally, the ADAC 2021 test pointed out weaknesses on wet roads and slightly higher wear. Despite these drawbacks, it achieves relatively good test positions, with 15th out of 51 in Autobild and 12th out of 17 in the ADAC test.
In summary, the Michelin Primacy 4 and Sava Intensa UHP 2 have their advantages and downsides. While the former impresses with better handling and comfort yet at a higher cost, the latter provides good performance at a more affordable price but falls short on its mileage.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
Average position in tests
2. Sava Intensa UHP 2 12.86
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Michelin Primacy 4 Highly recommended2. Sava Intensa UHP 2 Satisfactory
Worst rating in test
1. Michelin Primacy 4 Recommended2. Sava Intensa UHP 2 Still recommended
Wet
(Overall rating)Wet braking
Aquaplaning - cross
Wet handling
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet circle cornering
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Offroad
(Overall rating)Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Outside noise accoring to EU label
1. Michelin Primacy 4 68 dB
Costs
(Overall rating)Mileage
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Dimensions and prices
Mutual tests
| Name | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | ||||
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| Best values in test | 7,3 | 7,7 | 5,9 | ||||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Highly recommended | 8,8 | 9,1 | 10 | ||||
| Sava Intensa UHP 2 Rating: Still recommended | 7,3 | 8,0 | 8,4 | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 2+ | 1+ | ||||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Exemplary | 2 | 1- | 1- | ||||
| Sava Intensa UHP 2 Rating: Good | 2 | 2 | 2- | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,7 | 27,5 | |||||
| Michelin Primacy 4 | 36,2 | 29,3 | |||||
| Sava Intensa UHP 2 | 36,3 | 29,8 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | |||
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| Best values in test | 2,0 | 1,5 | 2,6 | 1,5 | |||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Satisfactory | 2,7 | 1,5 | 3,0 | 1,5 | |||
| Sava Intensa UHP 2 Rating: Satisfactory | 3,1 | 2,0 | 2,6 | 2,5 | |||
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