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Comparison: Vredestein Ultrac+ vs. Michelin Primacy 5

3 mutual test(s) with detailed data
In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Holland (Vredestein) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (77%) than Vredestein (45%). In this particular case, the Michelin Primacy 5 has a better rating of 84% compared to 58% of the Vredestein Ultrac+. The first tyre test of Vredestein Ultrac+ was done in 2026, compared to 2025 when was the Michelin Primacy 5 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Automotorsport 2026 195/55 R16 test, where both the Ultrac+ and the Primacy 5 were tested. See more mutual tests below.

Test Profile

Vredestein
Ultrac+
Michelin
Primacy 5
Number of tests
4
7
Best position
#2
#1
Average position
8.5
4.4
Latest test
2026
2026
Available sizes
87
168

Performance comparison

Averaged from 3 tests

Wet Performance
Confidence
Vredestein Ultrac+
83%
Vredestein
Ultrac+
Michelin Primacy 5
84%
Michelin
Primacy 5
Wet Braking
Vredestein Ultrac+
92%
Michelin Primacy 5
79%
Wet Handling
Vredestein Ultrac+
75%
Michelin Primacy 5
80%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Vredestein Ultrac+
92%
Michelin Primacy 5
92%
Aquaplaning Cross
Vredestein Ultrac+
74%
Michelin Primacy 5
83%
Dry Performance
Confidence
Vredestein Ultrac+
55%
Vredestein
Ultrac+
Michelin Primacy 5
72%
Michelin
Primacy 5
Dry Braking
Vredestein Ultrac+
71%
Michelin Primacy 5
62%
Dry Handling
Vredestein Ultrac+
61%
Michelin Primacy 5
90%
Dry Lane Change
Vredestein Ultrac+
53%
Michelin Primacy 5
53%
Dry Steering Reaction
Vredestein Ultrac+
33%
Michelin Primacy 5
83%
Comfort & Noise
Confidence
Vredestein Ultrac+
75%
Vredestein
Ultrac+
Michelin Primacy 5
92%
Michelin
Primacy 5
Noise Exterior
Vredestein Ultrac+
75%
Michelin Primacy 5
92%
Economy
Confidence
Vredestein Ultrac+
62%
Vredestein
Ultrac+
Michelin Primacy 5
82%
Michelin
Primacy 5
Rolling Resistance
Vredestein Ultrac+
65%
Michelin Primacy 5
79%
Mileage
Vredestein Ultrac+
58%
Michelin Primacy 5
85%

Performance spider chart

Tests used in comparison

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
AutomotorsportAutomotorsport
Summer
2026195/55 R16View
AvDAvD
Summer
2026215/55 R17View
ADACADAC
Summer
2026225/50 R17View

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