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Comparison: Nokian WR A3 vs. Michelin Primacy 4+ (2026)

Nokian WR A3Upper-middle
NokianNokian

WR A3

R16 – R20
VS
Michelin Primacy 4+Premium
MichelinMichelin

Primacy 4+

7.8
R16 – R21
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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 winter tyres are slightly better rated (91%) than Nokian (72%).

Test Profile

Nokian
WR A3
Michelin
Primacy 4+
Number of tests
—
13
Best position
—
#1
Average position
—
4.3
Latest test
—
2025
Available sizes
9
127

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 4+
76%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Michelin Primacy 4+
79%
Wet braking
Michelin Primacy 4+
80%
Wet handling
Michelin Primacy 4+
80%
Aquaplaning - cross
Michelin Primacy 4+
75%
Wet circle cornering
Michelin Primacy 4+
80%
Dry
Confidence
Michelin Primacy 4+
79%
Dry handling
Michelin Primacy 4+
81%
Dry braking
Michelin Primacy 4+
86%
Comfort
Confidence
Michelin Primacy 4+
87%
Comfort
Michelin Primacy 4+
82%
Exterior noise
Michelin Primacy 4+
75%
Costs
Confidence
Michelin Primacy 4+
78%
Rolling resistance
Michelin Primacy 4+
82%
Mileage
Michelin Primacy 4+
84%

Dimensions and prices

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