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Comparison: Michelin Primacy 5 vs. Nokian Wetproof SUV (2026)

Michelin Primacy 5Premium
MichelinMichelin

Primacy 5

8.6
R16 – R22
VS
Nokian Wetproof SUVUpper-middle
NokianNokian

Wetproof SUV

R16 – R19
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In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Nokian (69%). The first tyre test of Michelin Primacy 5 was done in 2025, compared to 2021 when was the Nokian Wetproof SUV first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 98% of Michelin Primacy 5 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Nokian Wetproof SUV also have A wet ratings.

Test Profile

Michelin
Primacy 5
Nokian
Wetproof SUV
Number of tests
8
3
Best position
#1
#5
Average position
4.6
5.3
Latest test
2026
2022
Available sizes
180
27

These tyres were not tested together in the same test. The scores below are aggregated from different independent tests, so direct comparison should be taken with caution.

Wet
Confidence
Michelin Primacy 5
77%
Wet braking
Michelin Primacy 5
81%
Nokian Wetproof SUV
89%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Michelin Primacy 5
85%
Nokian Wetproof SUV
81%
Aquaplaning - cross
Michelin Primacy 5
78%
Nokian Wetproof SUV
76%
Wet handling
Michelin Primacy 5
80%
Nokian Wetproof SUV
97%
Dry
Confidence
Michelin Primacy 5
74%
Dry braking
Michelin Primacy 5
70%
Nokian Wetproof SUV
90%
Dry handling
Michelin Primacy 5
85%
Nokian Wetproof SUV
98%
Comfort
Confidence
Michelin Primacy 5
85%
Comfort
Michelin Primacy 5
74%
Exterior noise
Michelin Primacy 5
94%
Nokian Wetproof SUV
93%
Interior noise
Michelin Primacy 5
87%
Costs
Confidence
Michelin Primacy 5
86%
Rolling resistance
Michelin Primacy 5
87%
Nokian Wetproof SUV
64%

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