The Primacy HP is Michelin's Grand Touring Summer tire developed to provide longer tread life and lasting performance throughout the tire's life, as well as better braking, steering control and handling on wet roads. The Primacy HP tires meet Michelin's Green X standard* for eco-focused manufacturing and low rolling resistance, and confirms the tire's contribution to reducing vehicle fuel consumption, emission of CO2 gases and improving sustainability through conservation of natural resources. While Primacy HP tires are designed to offer reliable traction in dry and wet conditions, they are not intended to be driven in near-freezing temperatures, through snow or on ice.
Primacy HP tires benefit from Michelin design innovations known as A.S.M. (Architecture, Sculpture and Materials) reflecting Michelin's ability to focus simultaneously on three fundamental factors that determine a tire's capabilities. Using their A.S.M. design method, Michelin can develop tires that combine an architecture that deforms more easily to optimize contact with the road, a tread design sculpture that remains rigid so more of the footprint contributes to performance, and unique tread compound materials precisely blended by Michelin's mixing technology.
Primacy HP tires use a new generation Michelin tread compound molded into an asymmetric tread design that features large, linked shoulder blocks, notched intermediate ribs and a solid center rib to combine responsive handling and high-speed stability with traction and even treadwear. The Primacy HP tire's structure includes twin steel belts reinforced by size-optimized BAZ Technology (spiral-wrapped Polyamide Banded At Zero degrees to tire rotation) to enhance ride quality while providing high-speed durability.
*Specific sizes featuring Green X Technology are identified as such on the Sizes tab, as well as on the tire's Specs tab.
El neumático Primacy HP de Michelin pertenece a la categoría Gran Turismo Para Verano y fue desarrollado para ofrecer un mejor desempeño y un ciclo de vida más largo a la banda de rodamiento, al mismo tiempo de mejorar el frenado, maniobrabilidad y control en carreteras mojadas. El Primacy HP ofrece tracción confiable en condiciones secas o mojadas a conductores de sedánes deportivos de lujo. La mayoría de los neumáticos Primacy HP cumplen con los requisitos estándares Green X de Michellin, en cuanto a un proceso de fabricación que se enfoca, en impactar menos el medio ambiente y proporcionar menos resistencia al rodar. Además, confirma la contribución de los neumáticos a reducir el consumo de combustible del vehículo, las emisiones de gases CO2 y a mejorar la sostenibilidad, al conservar los recursos naturales. Como todo neumático de Verano no fue diseñado para ser utilizado en temperaturas cercanas al nivel de congelación o superficies con hielo o nieve.
Los Primacy HP se benefician del diseño innovador A.S.M. (arquitectura, escultura y materiales) de Michelin y refleja la habilidad de la compañía de enfocarse en tres factores fundamentales, que determinan la capacidad del neumático, simultáneamente. Al utilizar A.S.M., Michelin puede: desarrollar neumáticos que combinan una arquitectura que se conforma o ajusta con más facilidad a la carretera y así optimiza el contacto con la misma, crear una escultura en el diseño de la superficie de la banda de rodamiento que permanece más rígida, lo que contribuye a un mayor rendimiento, y combinar con precisión un compuesto único de materiales con la tecnología de mezcla de Michelin.
El Primacy HP utiliza una generación nueva de compuesto de caucho moldeada en una banda de rodamiento con diseño asimétrico, que cuenta con grandes bloques entrelazados en los hombros. Segmentos intermedios cóncavos y un segmento central sólido se combinan para ofrecer maniobrabilidad responsiva y estabilidad a velocidades elevadas, además de tracción y un desgaste parejo.
La estructura interna del Primacy HP cuenta con correas de acero gemelas reforzadas con la tecnología BAZ (Bandas de poliamida envuelto en espiral ubicadas a cero grados en relación con la rotación del neumático) para aumentar la calidad del andar y proveer mayor durabilidad al neumático debido a su uso a velocidades elevadas.
*Tamaños
específicos que utilizan la tecnología Green X, aparecen identificados
como tal, en las páginas de Tamaños y Especificaciones.
Specifications shown are as accurate as possible based on the information provided to us by the tire manufacturers. The dimensions reflect average values for tires measured on the specified measuring rim width. Individual tires may vary from data shown.
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*Although regularly updated, the country of origin for tires may vary from what is shown. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate requests for tires with a specific country of origin.
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Treadwear:6 Years / 45,000 Miles (H- & V-Speed Rated) 6 Years / 35,000 Miles (W-, Y-, & Z-Speed Rated) Half mileage for rear if different size than front
Manufacturer Special Warranty:60-day satisfaction (1), 3-yr roadside assistance
Additional Information:(1) Up to 6 per customer, exchange for any brand.
Notes
See official manufacturer's warranty brochure for specific details.
New vehicle Original Equipment tire warranties often differ from those covering replacement tires. Consult your vehicle documents to confirm Original Equipment tire warranty coverage.
Customer feedback data reveals strong performance across key categories for this off-road all-terrain tire. Dry traction receives outstanding ratings (9-10 range), with users praising confident grip and stability on rugged terrain. Wet traction scores (7-10) show reliable handling in rainy conditions, though a few note reduced hydroplaning resistance in heavy water. Winter traction earns consistent praise for snow and slush performance, though ice traction shows slightly more variability (7-10). Ride comfort is generally rated highly (7-10), balancing off-road capability with on-road smoothness. Treadwear scores (7-10) highlight durable construction, with many users reporting long-lasting performance even under heavy use.
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Customers praise the KO2's wet traction, with most scoring 9s-10s for confident grip and hydroplaning resistance. Some note solid 7-8 performance in intended conditions.
June 26, 2023
4.5 out of 5
...So far I have no complaints, excellent wet traction, the ride is very nice and there is no road noise even when highway driving...
Have to say I love these tires. So far I have no complaints, excellent wet traction, the ride is very nice and there is no road noise even when highway driving. I will definitely buy this tires again.
Vehicle: 2016 Toyota 4Runner SR5 Miles Driven on Tires: 7,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: BALLWIN, MO Driving Style: Average
...Experience on a 200 mile highway trip during very heavy rain was super positive (speeds ranging between 60 and 75 MPH). No hydroplaning and a very stable feel to the drive...
I purchased these tires for a brand new Tacoma 4x4 Limited, included the factory lift - also paired the tires and lift with 17" TRD Wheels. Reason for the purchase was strictly for appearance - looking to create a broader / sportier stance on the Limited model. The tires in combination with the TRD Wheels look great!! As it relates to performance; - They are obviously a bit stiffer and nosier than the standard highway tires supplied on Tacoma. But, I want to stress the difference is minimal. - I have only driven with tires on city and highway roads. Very pleased with in both cases. - No experience with the tires off-road. - Experience on a 200 mile highway trip during very heavy rain was super positive (speeds ranging between 60 and 75 MPH). No hydroplaning and a very stable feel to the drive. - Experience during speeds of 70 to 85 mph on dry highway is very stable - no issues with vibration or drift.
Would most defiantly recommend these tires for highway and city driving.
Vehicle: 2022 Toyota Tacoma 4WD Double Cab Miles Driven on Tires: 3,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: FLORENCE, KY Driving Style: Average
...On paved roads when it's raining hard or where there is standing water they are not quite as grippy as I would like, but they are acceptable...
My route takes me over 25,000 miles per year of rock based road where I need to average 30mph to meet my deadline. I basically rally drive my car six days a week. I’ve had 7 sets of this exact tire on three different vehicles. These are a must have if your job depends on driving rough terrain. I’ve never had a tire perform as well and last as long as these do. On paved roads when it’s raining hard or where there is standing water they are not quite as grippy as I would like, but they are acceptable. But when the pavement is dry I can take a turn as hard as I dare and they stick like glue. Amazing! Highly recommended!
Vehicle: 2019 Chevrolet Trax AWD Miles Driven on Tires: 25,000 Driving Conditions: Off Road Location: HARMONY, WV Driving Style: Spirited
Customers praise the KO2's snow and deep snow traction with most scoring 9s and 10s. Ice traction shows more variability, with some ratings between 5-7, indicating mixed performance on icy surfaces.
October 26, 2023(Verified Purchase)
Not Yet Rated
...Where these KO2s have excelled is snow. Not the typical inches deep snow, but the dusting to an inch snow. With the KM2s, I always had to shift to 4x4, as they would loose traction easily. Same snowy roads this past year, KO2s were excellent. Did not need to use 4x4 in the same exact places as previously used, saving my driveshafts from unnecessary wear in not ideal 4x4 conditions...
In a year, only 4,000 miles. Went from two (previous) sets of KM2s to the KO2s. I loved the KM2s, most of the time. Where these KO2s have excelled is snow. Not the typical inches deep snow, but the dusting to an inch snow. With the KM2s, I always had to shift to 4x4, as they would loose traction easily. Same snowy roads this past year, KO2s were excellent. Did not need to use 4x4 in the same exact places as previously used, saving my driveshafts from unnecessary wear in not ideal 4x4 conditions. Noise level...amazingly better, I know, not as agressive tires, but there is no carpet in my JK, only Line-X. The KO2 feel like driving on a cloud of air on the street. Makes the ride so much more manageable over the 96,000 miles of KM2s I had already completed.
Vehicle: 2012 Jeep Wrangler 4wd Sport S Package Miles Driven on Tires: 4,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway Location: MECHANICSBURG, PA Driving Style: Spirited
Good tread wear, they were slipping on ice, packed snow when I had them inflated to recommended 65psi. I dropped them to 36psi and they are much better. They cut through deep snow very well.
Good tread wear, they were slipping on ice, packed snow when I had them inflated to recommended 65psi. I dropped them to 36psi and they are much better. They cut through deep snow very well.
Vehicle: 2021 Jeep Gladiator Overland Miles Driven on Tires: 22,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway Location: GRAND JCT, CO Driving Style: Average
...Haven't had them long enough to know how great they are but they seem good on snow/ice and seem to have good traction most places...
Decent tire. Haven’t had them long enough to know how great they are but they seem good on snow/ice and seem to have good traction most places. Also driving a 4wd vehicle so that might help. I am disappointed in them being 3/4” shorter than what it stated they are online. Supposed to be 34.5” and they’re 33.75”. Oh well.
Vehicle: 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser Miles Driven on Tires: 200 Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway Location: SPANGLE, WA Driving Style: Average
Most customers give excellent dry traction scores of 9-10, praising confident grip and responsive handling. Some 7-8 ratings note minor variability, but performance aligns well with all-terrain expectations.
November 18, 2022(Verified Purchase)
4.3 out of 5
...The loads of traction they have out weighs the road noise for me...
Great tires! I would definitely recommend them if you don't mind some road noise. Pretty noticable between 30-50 mph. The noise was a bit more then I expected but not terrible for how aggressive the tread design is. The loads of traction they have out weighs the road noise for me.They were rough riding at first but have since improved after a few hundred miles. All in all I am very happy with them
Vehicle: 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4X4 Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway Location: PELICAN RAPIDS, MN Driving Style: Average
Wow from the instant I first started driving with these tires the handling and comfort were so much better then ALL my previous tires ( original 255's, Upgraded 35s", then 37s")...
Wow from the instant I first started driving with these tires the handling and comfort were so much better then ALL my previous tires ( original 255’s, Upgraded 35s”, then 37s”) All previous tires were noisy especially the Nitto 37 inch. Wow ther tires are quiet. They handle exceptionally on curvy wet highways like route 17 in Santa Cruz Mountains of CA. Surprised at how much better off road these tires handle then my 37’s. My jeep looks amazing especially with the added width of these tires 13.5 inch look proper. The look, the comfort, the quiet ride. Wow my Jeep drives better then when it was brand new. I highly recommend these tires. For an highway/off-road experience these tires are the best compromise I could find.. I finally found my tire! When 40 inch tires seem to big.. the BFGoodrich ALL-TERRAIN T/A KO2 are Just Right! Highly recommend if you can find them.
Vehicle: 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara Miles Driven on Tires: 586 Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway Location: LOS GATOS, CA Driving Style: Spirited
Customers praise the KO2's ride comfort with most scoring 9s and 10s. Noise levels are generally rated 7-10, though some note increased road noise as a trade-off for off-road capability.
January 11, 2023(Verified Purchase)
4.2 out of 5
...From the other shoes (Firestone) to the KO2's is day and night. The ride is softer, cornering is comfortable, noise is almost nonexistent, traction is amazing...
A -------- of a set of tires. I been committed to Michelin tires for2 decades. I bought a 2017 Dodge Ram 3500 crew cab in June of 2022. Winter set in where I live and the current shoes were not up to par., I cannot not remember what or where I got turned onto the BF Goodrich KO2"s. I'm glad I got onto the Tire Rack website and did my research and read the reviews. If you have a full-size truck, drive highway and country roads, I highly recommend these tires. From the other shoes (Firestone) to the KO2's is day and night. The ride is softer, cornering is comfortable, noise is almost nonexistent, traction is amazing. I will definitely be buying these same tires again.
Vehicle: 2017 RAM 3500 4WD Crew Cab Miles Driven on Tires: 500 Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway Location: PANGUITCH, UT Driving Style: Spirited
...They are beautifully quiet, ride incredibly smooth on road and provide all the performance and confidence I need off road...
I absolutely love these tires, after dealing with a ton of noise from the factory mud tires I had to make a change. Bit the bullet and decided to step away from the classic large lugged look of mud tires and went with these KO2's. They are so beautifully quiet, ride incredibly smooth on road and provide all the performance and confidence I need off road. In the snow they almost grip to well and make it hard to play like a 16 year old kid when I find myself alone in an empty parking lot. I have always been told that they are not any good in wet conditions and I have not personally had the same experience. They are not the best when driving into standing water at higher rate speeds, but what tires are good in that scenario. Wet conditions however, cornering is fine, and all the traction needed. All and all I absolutely love these tires. The hype surrounding these tires is real, they are worth every penny. I would recommend to anyone I know and they will be the only tires I will use going forward on my truck.
Vehicle: 2021 Jeep Gladiator Willys Built Before 6/21 Miles Driven on Tires: 20,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway Location: GRAIN VALLEY, MO Driving Style: Average
...Off road, heavy rain, up to 3ft of snow, beach and highway all produce a good grip and smooth ride as I have never been stuck with these.
2nd Round of these tires for my Jeep JK and I am sold. As long as they perform like the last 4 did I will keep this particular tire for the life of my vehicle. Off road, heavy rain, up to 3ft of snow, beach and highway all produce a good grip and smooth ride as I have never been stuck with these.
Vehicle: 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4wd Miles Driven on Tires: 75,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway Location: LUSBY, MD Driving Style: Easy Going
Customers rate treadwear 9-10, praising long-lasting performance on rugged terrain. Some note faster wear with scores 7-8, but overall satisfaction remains high for all-terrain durability.
August 04, 2023
4.6 out of 5
Longest wearing tires we've ever owned - 62k miles! ... Note - we have a 5-tire set and rotate the spare so I'm sure that added to the tread life.
Longest wearing tires we've ever owned - 62k miles! Considering they are big 35" truck tires they do not sing or hum on the highway. Yet we have had them off-road in some very nasty mud, sand, and deep water. Just fantastic. I'll absolutely buy another set. Note - we have a 5-tire set and rotate the spare so I'm sure that added to the tread life.
Vehicle: 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon Miles Driven on Tires: 62,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway Location: TAMPA, FL Driving Style: Average
...The tire wear is very impressive. The tread measures 13/32nd after 15k miles. ( 15/32nd brand new)...
These are excellent tires for my '22 Crosstrek. The 215 width fits with no rubbing or clearance issues at all with the stock suspension. The tires aren't as nearly as loud as I had expected them to be, and the tire wear is very impressive. The tread measures 13/32nd after 15k miles. (15/32nd brand new). Would definitely recommend these if you're looking for a great A/T tire.
Vehicle: 2022 Subaru Crosstrek Premium Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: LANSDALE, PA Driving Style: Average
Michelin worked closely with Subaru to develop the Primacy HP as the BRZ's O.E. tire. It's a Grand Touring Summer tire that's very "real world" and well matched to the BRZ's capabilities. Steering control, braking and handling are built in, so let's see what Motor Trend Head 2 Head's Randy Pobst can do with these on the car at the Streets of Willow.
The Downshift Episode 65: The One About Tires (14:11)
Motor Trend's The Downshift, a team from Tire Rack, and a team from Motor Trend headed out to Willow Springs for some tire testing. Are performance tires better than factory tires? How much can they really make a difference? These questions and more are answered when Randy Pobst hits the track in a BMW 328i, Mustang V-6, and Subaru BRZ.
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