{"id":6843,"date":"2023-09-12T09:29:09","date_gmt":"2023-09-12T09:29:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/?p=6843"},"modified":"2023-11-29T08:59:31","modified_gmt":"2023-11-29T08:59:31","slug":"michelin-primacy-mxm4-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/michelin-primacy-mxm4-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Michelin Primacy MXM4 Reviews: Decent but Not Impressive"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Despite sharing the Michelin origin, there has been a reportedly significant discrepancy between CrossClimate2 and Primacy MXM4. The former still holds the crown as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/best-michelin-all-season-tires\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5878\">Michelin\u2019s best tire<\/a>, while Primacy MXM4 seemed to garner mixed feedback regarding certain aspects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our review will delve further into MXM4\u2019s real-life performances across diverse on-road terrains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h6>In this article:<\/h6><nav><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#michelin-primacy-mxm-4-specifications-features\">Specifications &amp; Features<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#michelin-primacy-mxm-4-review-performance-test-results\">Review &amp; Performance Test Results<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#1-dry-performance-8-5-10\">1. Dry Performance: 8.5\/10<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#2-wet-performance-8-2-10\">2. Wet Performance: 8.2\/10<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#3-winter-snow-performance-5-5-10\">3. Winter\/Snow Performance: 5.5\/10<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#4-comfort-8-1-10\">4. Comfort: 8.1\/10<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#5-treadwear-and-durability-7-10\">5. Treadwear and Durability: 7\/10<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#mxm-4-pros-cons\">Pros &amp; Cons<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#mxm-4-competitors-alternatives\">Competitors &amp; Alternatives<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"michelin-primacy-mxm-4-specifications-features\"><strong>Michelin Primacy MXM4 Specifications &amp; Features<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-1c29788b\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-311c8837\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-311c8837\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"362\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4.png\" alt=\"Michelin Primacy MXM4\" class=\"wp-image-6972\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4.png 300w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4-249x300.png 249w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Michelin Primacy MXM4<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-f9c1da99\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f9c1da99\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\" style=\"font-size:17px\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Tire Type<\/strong><\/td><td>Grand Touring All-Season<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Tire Size<\/strong><\/td><td>16&#8243; &#8211; 20&#8243;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Weight<\/strong><\/td><td>15.0 LBS &#8211; 28.0 LBS<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/tire-load-index-chart\/\">Load Index<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>87 &#8211; 110<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Load Range<\/strong><\/td><td>SL &#8211; XL<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/tire-speed-rating\/\">Speed Rating<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>\u2013 H: up to 130 mph<br>\u2013 W: up to 168 mph<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Warranty<\/strong><\/td><td>30,000 &#8211; 55,000 miles<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Ratings<\/strong><\/td><td>7.5\/10<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"cta-button\"><div class=\"dropdown\"><button class=\"dropbtn\">Check Price<span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"arrow_carrot-right_alt2\"><svg  width=\"16\" height=\"16\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"bi bi-caret-down-fill\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M7.247 11.14 2.451 5.658C1.885 5.013 2.345 4 3.204 4h9.592a1 1 0 0 1 .753 1.659l-4.796 5.48a1 1 0 0 1-1.506 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><div id=\"myDropdown\" class=\"dropdown-content\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tkqlhce.com\/click-100927907-11554884?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tirerack.com%2Ftires%2Fmichelin-primacy-mxm4\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Tire-Rack-Logo.png\" alt=\"TireRack\" width=\"100\" height=\"auto\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8400\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dpbolvw.net\/click-100927907-13653420?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.discounttire.com%2Fbuy-tires%2Fmichelin-primacy-mxm4\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Discount-Tire-Logo.png\" alt=\"DiscountTire\" width=\"100\" height=\"auto\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8403\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Pe0DEV\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Amazon-Logo.png\" alt=\"Amazon\" width=\"95\" height=\"auto\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8403\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tkqlhce.com\/click-100927907-14487017?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsimpletire.com%2Fbrands%2Fmichelin-tires%2Fprimacy-mxm4\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Simple-Tire-logo.png\" alt=\"SimpleTire\" width=\"110\" height=\"auto\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8406\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/click-100927907-13663462?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.prioritytire.com%2Fby-brand%2Fmichelin%2Fprimacy-mxm4-tires%2F\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Priority-Tire-logo.png\" alt=\"PriorityTire\" width=\"110\" height=\"auto\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-5628\" \/><\/a><\/button><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Michelin Primacy MXM4 is for cope and luxury sedan drivers seeking all-year traction and handling with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/best-tires-for-comfort-and-noise\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5519\">good riding comfort\/noise control<\/a>, even on light snow. The tire also meets Green X standards regarding rolling resistance and eco-manufacturing.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The patented <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bauerbuilt.com\/features_and_benefits\/michelin-helio-compound-combined-with-variable-thickness-sipes-and-unique-biting-edges-in-the-tread-grooves\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Helio Tread Compound<\/a><\/strong>, enriched with sunflower oil, increases low-temperature traction, wet handling\/braking, and overall snow performance.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Its <strong>asymmetric tread patterns<\/strong> feature round shoulders, providing predictable yet progressive strikes around corners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Circumferential grooves whisk water off the footprint to minimize hydroplaning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>3D Variable thickness sipes<\/strong> offer more edges during wintertime and wet conditions.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Noises and vibrations<\/strong> are reduced via the brand\u2019s Comfort Control Technology and computer-optimized designs.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Double steel belts<\/strong>, strengthened by BAZ polyamide cords, stabilize the tread design to enhance higher-speed capability, handling, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/tire-treadwear-rating\/\">treadwear rates<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Polyester cord bodies promote comfortable rides.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"michelin-primacy-mxm-4-review-performance-test-results\"><strong>Michelin Primacy MXM4 Review &amp; Performance Test Results<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As part of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/2023-cor-wheels-tire-test\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2738\">2023 COR Wheels Tire Test<\/a><\/strong>, we used the <strong>205\/55R16<\/strong> tire size version of <strong>Michelin Primacy MXM4<\/strong> on the <strong>2019 Ford Focus<\/strong> car model.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>[visualizer id=&#8221;6846&#8243; lazy=&#8221;no&#8221; class=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-dry-performance-8-5-10\"><strong>1. Dry Performance: 8.5\/10<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>[visualizer id=&#8221;6848&#8243; lazy=&#8221;no&#8221; class=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Dry Traction: 8.7\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>While certainly not as good as its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/michelin-crossclimate2-review\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3032\">CrossClimate 2<\/a> in this regard, Primacy MXM4 impressed us regardless with its sharp and stable contact points, leaving little room for safety-compromising shudders.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The sidewalls and asphalt road patterns bonded tight and startlingly fast, which supported us to rev up to <strong>55 MPH<\/strong> after just five minutes and maintain a decently consistent driving rate for the first hour or two.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can trust the tire to deliver well in any situation otherwise: retaining almost the same confidence as on regular streets, MXM4 refilled traction loss with exceptionally clean cuts and knew where to stretch its tirewall flex limits to balance adventures and safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When entering rugged mountain passes, higher speed ratings beyond 55 MPH definitely needed to be tamed, though our attempts to maintain good momentum across tighter turns remained non-dramatic at any number below that. Better yet, given that the extra weight did not cross the 150-lb benchmark, towing and loading tasks were entirely within reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"621\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4-dry-test-1024x621.jpg\" alt=\"Michelin Primacy MXM4 dry test\" class=\"wp-image-6967\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4-dry-test-1024x621.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4-dry-test-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4-dry-test-768x466.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4-dry-test.jpg 1215w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Michelin Primacy MXM4 dry test<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Corner Stability: 8.4\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>MXM4 was quite a good performer around corners. The on-center rib was solid and stable from beginning to end, handling mid-way changes and oversteering better than expected, and left enough margin to fall into whenever the inner liners were not completely aligned with each other.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overtaking vehicles was smooth and non-dangerous, even twice breezier when we alternated between slight alterations and strong push-pull. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/best-all-terrain-tires-for-highway\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4901\">On highways<\/a>, MXM4 was usually not on its best behaviors around extended curves, whose grooves and sipes started to show obvious symptoms of drifting in <strong>20-30 minutes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, zigzag switchbacks and extremely tight-necked hairpins did need to be handled with better strategies. Indeed, while MXM4 remained safe during most of these encounters, the way it shakily dived into the approach left our beginner members unsettled. You should also exert more caution with hard brakings and abrupt accelerations, both of which choked MXM4 out of the cornering track more often than not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Steering Response: 8.4\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Our team was particularly satisfied with MXM4\u2019s responsive steering across casual rides. The tire-road connections were punctual and aligned most of the time (except for brief slippage through unplanned 180-degree turns) and managed to keep muted\/extended delays at a minimum thanks to the round shoulders and optimized footprint. The sunflower oil blended into the compounds also paved the way for sleeker, immediate responses between input updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On another note, these behaviors seemed to peak on regular roads at moderate speeds; you should not expect spirited steering through highway curves and at highway limits. The nearer we got to <strong>80 MPH<\/strong>, the fainter the steering became, only getting slightly better when we pulled over after every 30 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-wet-performance-8-2-10\"><strong>2. Wet Performance: 8.2\/10<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>[visualizer id=&#8221;6850&#8243; lazy=&#8221;no&#8221; class=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Wet Traction: 8.2\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>MXM4 composed itself decently on slippery roads and shallow water, though not without stutters and panics. Our experienced members could easily tame them down using better-grinding force at higher speeds, but if you are a beginner, it would be better to keep the car civilized under <strong>55 MPH<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deep water beyond 5 inches was surprisingly not that much of a problem if the driving rates were low without abrupt changes. Indeed, when slowed down to <strong>25-30 MPH<\/strong> (and only alternating among numbers within this range), we could almost regain all the tire\u2019s previous dry edges. Otherwise, numbers beyond 30 MPH tended to send our Ford into frequent jostles around corners and through zigzag switchbacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Slippery surfaces like bridges and slopes were not dangerous &#8211; but by no means a good place to attempt anything adventurous. Due to the significantly wavering ribs and lack of contact point stability, we had to keep the steering wheel relatively unchanged until the danger zone was over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"568\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4-wet-test-1024x568.jpg\" alt=\"Michelin Primacy MXM4 wet test\" class=\"wp-image-6969\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4-wet-test-1024x568.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4-wet-test-300x166.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4-wet-test-768x426.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4-wet-test.jpg 1333w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Michelin Primacy MXM4 wet test<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hydroplaning Resistance: 8.2\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>MXM4 whisked water pretty well regardless of water depth (guaranteed it was stagnant). 40-50 MPH was the best speed rate for moderate water below 4 inches, while <strong>25-30 MPH<\/strong> worked best for deeper water than 4 inches; the circumferential grooves did a pretty good job adapting accordingly to our input and redistributing water through varied channel sipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On another note, flowing water or travel mid-rain was not exactly tailored for MXM4\u2019s design, evident in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/best-truck-tires\/\">heavy tire<\/a> drags that still lingered hours into roads. You will also clearly have lots of trouble towing anything beyond 90 lbs towards highways or around low-radius crooks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-winter-snow-performance-5-5-10\"><strong>3. Winter\/Snow Performance: 5.5\/10<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>[visualizer id=&#8221;6854&#8243; lazy=&#8221;no&#8221; class=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Light Snow Traction: 6.5\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite the brand\u2019s promises about MXM4\u2019s light snow traction, our car plummeted after just the first few bites and seemed unable to fully recover itself then. The stutters were only somewhat tolerable at <strong>10 to 15 MPH<\/strong> and worsened at every other driving rate otherwise, tripping over thin air on straight-line roads and shaking violently through wide corners.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Needless to say, intentional oversteering and late braking was dangerous, if not downright impossible in harsh weather; you will have to use snow chains for such occasions, even though they only help to a certain degree and can not completely get rid of the panic reaction around the flank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On a brighter note, MXM4 regained some of its usual edges when we removed all passengers. Plus, with stronger wheels (part of our aftermarket upgrades), MXM4\u2019s clawing actions did grow more transparent and stable the longer we rode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"557\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4-winter-test.jpg\" alt=\"Michelin Primacy MXM4 winter test\" class=\"wp-image-6970\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4-winter-test.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4-winter-test-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4-winter-test-768x428.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Michelin Primacy MXM4 winter test<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Deep Snow Traction: 5.2\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Given the tire\u2019s extremely weak traction on light snow, its downfall on deeper snowy roads was only to be expected: after only half an hour, its contact points already grew so muted that we could not advance any further without using extra-thick snow <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/do-you-need-chains-on-all-4-tires\/\">chains on all four tires<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Revving to <strong>20 MPH<\/strong> is still somewhat doable, but only when you have the right physique for the tire; otherwise, 8-9 MPH seemed to be the best driving range to keep horrid slippages at bay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"555\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4-snow-test.jpg\" alt=\"Michelin Primacy MXM4 snow test\" class=\"wp-image-6968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4-snow-test.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4-snow-test-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Michelin-Primacy-MXM4-snow-test-768x426.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Michelin Primacy MXM4 snow test<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ice Traction: 4.9\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Our rides had to stop short after 2 miles due to the uncontrollable gliding, so MXM4 was clearly not meant for extended trips on ice terrains. We could still deal with moderate ice buildups on snowmelts or well-paved light snow, though, meaning you should be able to use this tire well if the ice is only a minor part of the entire road section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-comfort-8-1-10\"><strong>4. Comfort: 8.1\/10<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>[visualizer id=&#8221;6852&#8243; lazy=&#8221;no&#8221; class=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ride Quality: 8.3\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The tire still gave off ominous shakes across steep slopes and esses. Fortunately, it still left little to worry about when we removed our cargo and retained casual driving approaches at <strong>35 to 40 MPH<\/strong>. During winter, snow chains will also do a great job minimizing the vibration risks to a certain extent for you on well-paved paths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Noise: 7.9\/10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/best-tires-for-comfort-and-noise\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5519\">noises were controllable<\/a> and tolerable most of the time &#8211; continuously present but rarely getting borderline intrusive. However, brace yourself for increased noise volumes during wintertime and wet season: the grooves still needed a lot of refinements regarding hydroplaning resistance, which resulted in constant water squeaking that was hard to tune out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-treadwear-and-durability-7-10\"><strong>5. Treadwear and Durability: 7\/10<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>MXM4 was excellently composed during most <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/best-summer-tires\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5545\">summer days<\/a> (save for mid-July overheating when the temperatures surged past 75 degrees F). Its <strong>55,000-mile warranty<\/strong> is also considered a good deal compared to other tires on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, its disastrous internal strength against cold rain and snow took away most of the points. After only two days into our January testing, the stalled steering feedback already became increasingly obvious, dragging down our wintertime traction for the rest of the rides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mxm-4-pros-cons\"><strong>MXM4<\/strong> <strong>Pros &amp; Cons<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2e0ad93c\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-0c4c2cfa\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-9892f6bb\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-9892f6bb\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-07f3310c\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-5ebb3e5e gb-headline-text\"><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5fc41834\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-a4fcd89a\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" height=\"1em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M438.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L160 338.7 393.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Excellent grip on dry surfaces<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-7ea72154\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" height=\"1em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M438.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L160 338.7 393.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Reliable cornering\/steering in most basic driving situations<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-709101f9\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" height=\"1em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M438.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L160 338.7 393.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Pretty confident on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/best-tires-for-rain\/\">wet road<\/a> surfaces<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-1d3deb44\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" height=\"1em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M438.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L160 338.7 393.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Fairly smooth rides with acceptable road noises<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-91710c9b\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" height=\"1em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M438.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L160 338.7 393.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">55,000-mile treadwear warranty<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-8824e880\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8824e880\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5e1eefab\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0af848a6\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-1c8f49fd gb-headline-text\"><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4637398c\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-abd8bbd0\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\" height=\"1em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M376.6 84.5c11.3-13.6 9.5-33.8-4.1-45.1s-33.8-9.5-45.1 4.1L192 206 56.6 43.5C45.3 29.9 25.1 28.1 11.5 39.4S-3.9 70.9 7.4 84.5L150.3 256 7.4 427.5c-11.3 13.6-9.5 33.8 4.1 45.1s33.8 9.5 45.1-4.1L192 306 327.4 468.5c11.3 13.6 31.5 15.4 45.1 4.1s15.4-31.5 4.1-45.1L233.7 256 376.6 84.5z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Hydroplaning still occurs<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-2500514f\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\" height=\"1em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M376.6 84.5c11.3-13.6 9.5-33.8-4.1-45.1s-33.8-9.5-45.1 4.1L192 206 56.6 43.5C45.3 29.9 25.1 28.1 11.5 39.4S-3.9 70.9 7.4 84.5L150.3 256 7.4 427.5c-11.3 13.6-9.5 33.8 4.1 45.1s33.8 9.5 45.1-4.1L192 306 327.4 468.5c11.3 13.6 31.5 15.4 45.1 4.1s15.4-31.5 4.1-45.1L233.7 256 376.6 84.5z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Disastrous wintertime traction<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-3ecfbc3f\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\" height=\"1em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M376.6 84.5c11.3-13.6 9.5-33.8-4.1-45.1s-33.8-9.5-45.1 4.1L192 206 56.6 43.5C45.3 29.9 25.1 28.1 11.5 39.4S-3.9 70.9 7.4 84.5L150.3 256 7.4 427.5c-11.3 13.6-9.5 33.8 4.1 45.1s33.8 9.5 45.1-4.1L192 306 327.4 468.5c11.3 13.6 31.5 15.4 45.1 4.1s15.4-31.5 4.1-45.1L233.7 256 376.6 84.5z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Disappointing treadwear rates<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mxm-4-competitors-alternatives\"><strong>MXM4<\/strong> <strong>Competitors &amp; Alternative<\/strong>s<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it was a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/michelin-tire-date\/\">Michelin tire<\/a> at the end of the day, Primacy <strong>MXM4<\/strong> still held some edges over competitors like <strong>Continental ContiProContact<\/strong> and <strong>Goodyear Assurance ComforTred Touring<\/strong>:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Michelin Primacy MXM4<\/strong> had pretty decent road manners and composed itself well on wet roads. Nevertheless, its horrid snow performances need to be addressed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Continental ContiProContact<\/strong> had an impressive dry grip but left a lot of room for improvements in wet grip and impact handling.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Goodyear ComforTred Touring<\/strong> delivered good steering responses &#8211; though, like Continental ContiProContact, this tire was not the best on wet roads.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The tire proved reliable on dry roads and did not lose all its confidence during wet weather in our Michelin Primacy MXM4 reviews.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nevertheless, for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.corwheels.com\/where-are-michelin-tires-made\/\">tire from Michelin<\/a>, its winter traction and treadwear rates were admittedly disappointing. It would be best to use this all-season tire on regular roads, stagnant water (at low driving rates), and occasional highways.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Despite sharing the Michelin origin, there has been a reportedly significant discrepancy between CrossClimate2 and Primacy MXM4. 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