Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 vs Michelin e.Primacy
The data shows Goodyear consistently stronger in wet grip, handling and aquaplaning resistance-often by meaningful margins-while Michelin dominates rolling resistance, wear and overall efficiency. Dry performance is closer: Michelin frequently stops shorter in dry braking, but Goodyear tends to handle better and with more confidence. Pricing typically favors Goodyear, while Michelin offsets its higher purchase price with lower energy use and longer life.
Test Results
Independent comparison tyre tests are the best source of data to get tyre information from, and the good news is there have been four tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 | three | |
| Michelin e.Primacy | one |
While it might look like the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is better than the Michelin e.Primacy purely based on the higher number of test wins, tyres are very complicated objects which means where one tyre is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tyres compare across multiple tyre test categories.
Key Strengths
- Class-leading wet performance: consistently shorter wet stops and better wet handling
- Strong aquaplaning resistance (straight and curved) with sizable margins
- Confident, precise handling and low external noise
- Generally better upfront value and competitive efficiency for a non-eco tyre
- Lowest rolling resistance across tests-best for fuel economy/range
- Very high mileage and minimal abrasion (sustainability leader)
- Short dry braking distances and stable, quiet ride
- Lightweight construction and EV-friendly characteristics
Dry Braking
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Michelin e.Primacy was better during three dry braking tests. On average the Michelin e.Primacy stopped the vehicle in 1.08% less distance than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Dry Braking: Michelin e.Primacy
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two dry handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 0.74% faster around a lap than the Michelin e.Primacy.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 0.38% faster around a lap than the Michelin e.Primacy.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one subj. dry handling tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scored 3.08% more points than the Michelin e.Primacy.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during four wet braking tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 stopped the vehicle in 7.92% less distance than the Michelin e.Primacy.
Best In Wet Braking: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 stopped the vehicle in 17.81% less distance than the Michelin e.Primacy.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two wet handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 2.53% faster around a wet lap than the Michelin e.Primacy.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 3.3% faster around a wet lap than the Michelin e.Primacy.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two wet circle tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 had 2.95% higher lateral wet grip than the Michelin e.Primacy.
Best In Wet Circle: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during four straight aqua tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 floated at a 5.11% higher speed than the Michelin e.Primacy.
Best In Straight Aqua: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during four curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 slipped out at a 6.7% higher speed than the Michelin e.Primacy.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 and Michelin e.Primacy performed equally well in subj. comfort tests.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Both tyres performed equally well
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Noise
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Michelin e.Primacy was better during two noise tests. On average the Michelin e.Primacy measured 0.77% quieter than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Noise: Michelin e.Primacy
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Tyre Weight
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin e.Primacy was better during one tyre weight tests. On average the Michelin e.Primacy weighed 3.61% less than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Tyre Weight: Michelin e.Primacy
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Wear
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin e.Primacy was better during one wear tests. On average the Michelin e.Primacy is predicted to cover 8.11% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Wear: Michelin e.Primacy
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Value
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one value tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 proved to have a 3.47% better value based on price/1000km than the Michelin e.Primacy.
Best In Value: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Price
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two price tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 cost 21.24% less than the Michelin e.Primacy.
Best In Price: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Michelin e.Primacy was better during three rolling resistance tests. On average the Michelin e.Primacy had a 14.35% lower rolling resistance than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Michelin e.Primacy
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Michelin e.Primacy was better during two fuel consumption tests. On average the Michelin e.Primacy used 1.85% less fuel than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Michelin e.Primacy
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Abrasion
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin e.Primacy was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Michelin e.Primacy emitted 43.23% less particle wear matter than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Abrasion: Michelin e.Primacy
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Real World Driver Reviews
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 Driver Reviews
Drivers generally describe the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 as a highly capable premium touring tyre, praised most for exceptional tread life, strong all-round grip (especially wet-road security for many), and a noticeably quieter, more comfortable ride than many OEM or budget alternatives. Fuel economy/rolling resistance is also frequently reported as very good, helping offset the higher purchase price through longevity. A recurring minority complaint is a soft sidewall feel that can make steering response seem vague or less sporty, and some users report weaker wet braking/traction (often in cooler or very wet conditions) compared with sportier rivals.
Based on 114 reviews with an average rating of 85%
Michelin e.Primacy Driver Reviews
Driver feedback on the Michelin e.Primacy is mixed, with many praising it as a quiet, comfortable, low-rolling-resistance tyre that can deliver strong efficiency and respectable longevity, especially for EV daily driving. However, the most repeated concern is poor wet-road grip and confidence (including reports of sliding and aquaplaning sensitivity), which leads several owners to replace it early despite otherwise acceptable dry performance. Higher-scoring reviews tend to emphasize comfort, efficiency and wear, while a large portion of mid/low scores focus on wet safety shortcomings.
Based on 29 reviews with an average rating of 66%
Conclusion
Choose the Michelin e.Primacy if efficiency and longevity are paramount-especially for EVs and high-mileage drivers. It repeatedly posts the lowest rolling resistance (up to ~17-21% advantage), very low abrasion, and leading predicted mileage, with quiet, comfortable road manners. The trade-off is weaker wet grip and aquaplaning performance versus Goodyear, though dry braking is often a Michelin strong suit.
Bottom line: Goodyear for confidence and safety in the wet without major efficiency penalties; Michelin for maximum range, fuel savings, and tread life if you can accept reduced wet reserves.
Key Differences
- Wet safety: Goodyear consistently outperforms Michelin in wet braking, handling, and aquaplaning (often by 6-25%)
- Efficiency: Michelin delivers markedly lower rolling resistance (≈2-21% advantage depending on test)
- Dry balance: Michelin often brakes shorter in the dry; Goodyear typically offers better dry handling feel/consistency
- Comfort/Noise: Both are comfortable; Michelin often measures quieter, Goodyear sometimes lowest external noise
- Longevity/Sustainability: Michelin leads on wear, abrasion, and eco credentials; Goodyear is good but not class-leading
- Value: Goodyear usually lower purchase price; Michelin recoups cost via lower energy use and longer life
Overall Winner: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
Based on the tyre test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tyre has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tyre buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tyre industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tyres in the same test.
Why is this important? Tyre testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tyre test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tyre tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tyre Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tyre comparison, Tyre Reviews doesn't.
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