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  • Michelin Primacy XC
  • Michelin Primacy XC

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Highway All-Season tires are for drivers who want a combination of pleasant on-road characteristics, long wear and all-season versatility, including traction in light snow. Highway All-Season tires branded with the M+S symbol are often used as Original Equipment (O.E.) on 2WD and 4WD, light- and medium-duty vans, trucks and pickups, as well as crossover and sport utility vehicles.

O.E. Highway All-Season tires are typically purchased as direct replacements for worn-out pairs/sets of the vehicle's original tires. They can also be used for other vehicle applications in complete sets of four or axle pairs if available in an appropriate size, load range and speed rating to match the existing O.E. tires' performance category and specifications.

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Ratings Charts & Reviews Michelin Primacy XC

Tire Category: Highway All-Season

Consumer Surveys

 
Best in Category
Miles Reported
Recommended
Treadwear
Michelin Primacy XC
Good
83%
1.8M
6.1 - Fair
6.3 - Fair
6.9 Dirt Traction
6.0 Sand Traction
5.9 Mud Traction
6.3 Rock Traction
7.7 - Good
7.6 Hydroplaning Resistance
7.7 Wet Traction
8.7 - Excellent
8.5 Corner Stability
8.9 Dry Traction
8.7 Steering Response
5.7 - Fair
6.4 Light Snow Traction
5.5 Deep Snow Traction
5.3 Ice Traction
8.8 - Excellent
8.7 Ride Quality
8.9 Noise
8.1 - Good

Customers Say

Customer surveys indicate the Michelin Primacy XC delivers strong dry traction (scores 7-10) and confident wet performance, with many praising its smooth, quiet ride. Tread life receives positive feedback overall, though some note faster wear than expected. Winter traction shows mixed results, with lower scores (0-5) highlighting inconsistent snow and ice performance despite its all-season designation. Comfort stands out as a highlight, with high marks for noise reduction and ride quality. Drivers appreciate its responsive handling in dry and wet conditions, making it a reliable choice for highway-focused all-season use, though those in colder climates may want to consider dedicated winter tires.

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75 customers mention "Wet Traction"

  • 58 positive
  • 17 negative

Most customers give strong Wet Traction ratings, with many scoring 9s and 10s. Positive feedback highlights reliable wet grip and hydroplaning resistance, excelling in all-season conditions. A few lower scores suggest minor concerns in heavy rain.

December 19, 2020 (Verified Purchase)

N/A out of 5 Star Rating
Not Yet Rated

...The Michelins are quiet and good handling in dry and wet conditions!...

Very happy with our winter tires and wheels! The new wheels have a tad more offset than the stock wheels, but are still under the fenders! The Michelins are quiet and good handling in dry and wet conditions! Thinking they will do fine if we get some ice and snow this winter!

Vehicle: 2019 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: VANCOUVER, WA
Driving Style: Average
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77 customers mention "Dry Traction"

  • 73 positive
  • 4 negative

Most customers rate the Michelin Primacy XC's dry traction as excellent, with scores of 9s and 10s highlighting responsive handling and reliable grip. High marks in its intended highway/all-season use confirm strong dry performance, with many praising confident cornering stability.

November 29, 2022 (Verified Purchase)

4.5 out of 5 Star Rating
4.5 out of 5

...Compared to an all-season on dry roads, the winter tire does have a tiny amount of 'squirm', but on-center feel is great and the car tracks straight. There is no tramlining. You feel the tire load up under hard acceleration and breaking (and obviously hard cornering), but it is all very predictable...

Huge improvement over the stock all-seasons in terms of wet, snow/slush, and ice. The ability to unlock the AWD performance is very reassuring when your tires actually chew through the snow. I have had 3 sets of Michelin X-ice on my car, so when my wife got her SUV this was a no-brainer. Over 5000 miles of pure confidence. Her first reaction to encountering a major winter storm (about 16 inches of snow) was to tell me, "MY CAR IS A TANK". We cannot overstate the importance of winter/snow tires where we live and compared to other winter tires Michelin is truly the only choice. Maybe it's the active noise cancellation, but there was no additional noise, vibration, or harshness from switching to these tires. Compared to an all-season on dry roads, the winter tire does have a tiny amount of "squirm", but on-center feel is great and the car tracks straight. There is no tramlining. You feel the tire load up under hard acceleration and breaking (and obviously hard cornering), but it is all very predictable. You only notice these driving characteristics for the first few drives after swapping from all-seasons, and you quickly learn the benefits once it snows!

Vehicle: 2022 Chevrolet Traverse AWD 255/55-20
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,200
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: AURORA, OH
Driving Style: Spirited
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March 14, 2023

4.3 out of 5 Star Rating
4.3 out of 5

...Cold, dry weather response is good and traction limits are fine...

Love these tires! They're quiet and precise, for a winter tire. Cold, dry weather response is good and traction limits are fine. They're rock-solid on cold, packed snow with confidence-inspiring braking and cornering.

Vehicle: 2017 Land Rover Range Rover HSE
Miles Driven on Tires: 9,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: CASTLE ROCK, CO
Driving Style: Spirited
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79 customers mention "Ride Quality"

  • 74 positive
  • 5 negative

Customers praise the Michelin Primacy XC's comfort, with most scoring 9s and 10s for smooth ride and quiet cabin. High marks highlight excellent noise reduction and refined handling, making it a top choice for highway driving.

October 26, 2020

4.9 out of 5 Star Rating
4.9 out of 5

...Boy are these tires QUIET and a very comfortable ride...

I haven't had the opportunity to use them in snow or freezing rain yet. Boy are these tires QUIET and a very comfortable ride. They are better than the ix 2 and 3's I have used both. Looking forward to the ice and snow runs.

Vehicle: 2011 Honda Odyssey Touring
Miles Driven on Tires: 234
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SKOWHEGAN, ME
Driving Style: Spirited
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December 18, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.6 out of 5 Star Rating
4.6 out of 5

...Comfortable ride, low noise, good in light snow and rain...

Haven’t had the tires long enough to give an educated review. So far (1500 miles), the tires have been great. Comfortable ride, low noise, good in light snow and rain. My car handles almost as well as with the original all season tires.

Vehicle: 2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Signature
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,500
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: GIBSONIA, PA
Driving Style: Average
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December 04, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

A noticeable difference on snow and ice. Improved traction with a quiet ride...

A noticeable difference on snow and ice. Improved traction with a quiet ride. I would recommend.

Vehicle: 2016 Acura RDX FWD
Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: BETTENDORF, IA
Driving Style: Average
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62 customers mention "Treadwear"

  • 51 positive
  • 11 negative

Most customers report excellent treadwear with scores of 9s and 10s, praising long-lasting highway performance. A few lower scores (2-6) suggest varied wear experiences, but the majority highlight impressive tread life for all-season driving.

November 08, 2023 (Verified Purchase)

4.7 out of 5 Star Rating
4.7 out of 5

...Very quiet on the highway and the tread-wear for a soft tire has been very good...

These are literally the best tires I’ve ever owned. Amazing in snow and rain. Very quiet on the highway and the tread-wear for a soft tire has been very good. Highly recommend this tire especially for larger SUV’s.

Vehicle: 2020 Cadillac Escalade 4WD
Miles Driven on Tires: 25,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: PEWAUKEE, WI
Driving Style: Spirited
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October 19, 2022 (Verified Purchase)

4 out of 5 Star Rating
4 out of 5

30,000 miles on these tires, worn year-round on a Tesla Y on -1" wheels from tirerack. I expected much more wear through the summer with a heavy car, pleasantly surprised at the slow wear...

30,000 miles on these tires, worn year-round on a Tesla Y on -1" wheels from tirerack. I expected much more wear through the summer with a heavy car, pleasantly surprised at the slow wear. These add a bit of noise and slower and plusher handling compared to stock. I'll replace these with an identical pair and keep wearing this tire/wheel combo year-round.

Vehicle: 2021 Tesla Model Y 255/45-19
Miles Driven on Tires: 30,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: GRAYLING, MI
Driving Style: Average
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February 18, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.6 out of 5 Star Rating
4.6 out of 5

...When I first mounted the Ice-X I was impressed with the ride, handling and lack of dry road noise... Now if they wear for at least 30k of useful life then they are golden.

I bought the Ice-X with the thought that Winter driving would be a better experience with them and that I would not lose too much dry road capability, and this has definitely been the case. My Odyssey is a work horse. Purchased new it has served on several sets of all season tires until now, but we recently acquired a vacation home near the Canadian border and a half worn set of all seasons are not the ticket for making that journey in Winter. When I first mounted the Ice-X I was impressed with the ride , handling and lack of dry road noise, but when I got a chance to push them a bit in snow they really showed their best, holding a nice even drift line in several inches of powder without the slightest twitch . They also are solid going through slush and mush at high speed on the interstate. Now if they wear for at least 30k of useful life then they are golden.

Vehicle: 2015 Honda Odyssey LX
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY
Driving Style: Spirited
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61 customers mention "Winter Traction"

  • 30 positive
  • 31 negative

Winter traction scores show concerning performance, with many ratings between 0-5. Customers report slippery in snow, lack of winter traction, and sketchy handling, making these tires unacceptable for serious winter use.

June 07, 2022 (Verified Purchase)

4.3 out of 5 Star Rating
4.3 out of 5

...I drove through multiple 12+ inch blizzards this winter and was passing all the lifted jeeps and trucks everywhere I went...

this is a real review coming from someone who has used nokian, blizzaks, and other premier winter tires before and never once let the winter dictate when and where I need to go (as an avid skier). you get what you pay for, an incredible winter tire! I have had 8 different winter tires over the years on many different vehicles. these are some of the best hands down. I have put nearly 14K miles on them over one winter and they are quiet, comfortable, and handle everything winter can throw at them. after many miles they have only worn about 2.5/32nds so I feel they will easily go another 15K miles if not more before even thinking about replacing. on a heavy AWD Audi Q7 (275/45/20) SUV they are unstoppable. as expected they have a soft tread and are a full blown winter snow tire so they don't handle like an all-season or summer tire at higher speeds, but they never induced any panic. I drove through multiple 12+ inch blizzards this winter and was passing all the lifted jeeps and trucks everywhere I went. thanks Michelin and tirerack for an awesome tire that exceeded my expectations and seems like it will last for multiple seasons.

Vehicle: 2018 Audi Q7 3.0T Prestige
Miles Driven on Tires: 14,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: WILMINGTON, MA
Driving Style: Spirited
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November 27, 2020

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Excellent grip on ice and snow...

Excellent grip on ice and snow ,super quiet,

Vehicle: 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali 4WD
Miles Driven on Tires: 500
Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway
Location: WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI
Driving Style: Average
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December 22, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.7 out of 5 Star Rating
4.7 out of 5

...They're light snow 3"-5" performance is fantastic... It goes wherever you point it... No slipping or sliding & no wheel spin whatsoever...

Great tires! Live near Aspen, CO put them on a Land Rover Defender… Only have about a 1000 miles on them so far but have been very impressed. They’re light snow 3”-5” performance is fantastic… It goes wherever you point it… No slipping or sliding & no wheel spin whatsoever… Only had them in snow over 8” one time and they were great. Stopping on ice… No problem! I’ve had Blizzak’s before (different truck) and I believe these are even better. If they hold up well I’ll definitely buy them again.

Vehicle: 2024 Land Rover Defender 110 3.0T I6 255/60-20
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway
Location: BASALT, CO
Driving Style: Average
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