Comparison: Pirelli Cinturato (C3) vs. Michelin Primacy 5 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Pirelli summer tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than Michelin (83%). In this particular case, the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) has a better rating of 95% compared to 86% of the Michelin Primacy 5. Important for this comparison is also the Autoexpress 2026 205/55 R16 test, where both the Cinturato (C3) and the Primacy 5 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Pirelli Cinturato (C3) dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (98%) of the Michelin Primacy 5 also have A wet ratings.