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

Nokian Wetproof SUVUpper-middle
NokianNokian

Wetproof SUV

R16 – R19
VS
Michelin Primacy 5Premium
MichelinMichelin

Primacy 5

8.6
R16 – R22
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In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Nokian (69%). The first tyre test of Nokian Wetproof SUV was done in 2021, compared to 2025 when was the Michelin Primacy 5 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Nokian Wetproof SUV dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (98%) of the Michelin Primacy 5 also have A wet ratings.

Test Profile

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

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

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