Laufenn S fit EQ vs Michelin Primacy 5

    2026 test data · 15 independent tests

    → See full Laufenn vs Michelin brand comparison

    Laufenn S fit EQ vs Michelin Primacy 5: the full picture

    This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Laufenn S fit EQ and Michelin Primacy 5 appear in 15 tests, though they have not yet met head-to-head in the same test. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.

    How the Laufenn S fit EQ performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 82/100, based on 4 tests.

    How the Michelin Primacy 5 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 94/100, based on 11 tests.

    What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.

    Verdict

    The Michelin Primacy 5 is the stronger all-round choice, leading in wet and Tire Lab Score. The Laufenn S fit EQ making it the right pick if that matters most to you.

    Which one should you buy?

    • You prefer the Laufenn S fit EQ's brand, sizing or price
    • You prioritise wet
    • You prioritise dry
    • You prioritise noise / comfort

    Test profile

    MetricLaufenn S fit EQMichelin Primacy 5
    SegmentTouringTouring, SUV
    TypeSummerSummer
    Tests used411
    Best rank#1#1
    Avg rank13.74.9
    Latest test20202026
    Tire Lab Score82.194.4

    Tire Lab Score

    82.1
    Very Good · Summer
    94.4
    Excellent · Summer

    Performance overview

    Category-by-category results

    CategoryLaufenn S fit EQMichelin Primacy 5Winner
    💧Wet
    Avg rank 17.3
    Avg rank 4.6
    1104
    Michelin Primacy 5
    ☀️Dry
    Avg rank 15.8
    Avg rank 5.3
    124
    Michelin Primacy 5
    🔇Noise / Comfort
    Avg rank 7.5
    1
    Avg rank 3.7
    446
    Michelin Primacy 5
    📏Mileage
    Avg rank 10.0
    Avg rank 9.0
    1
    Michelin Primacy 5
    🔋Efficiency
    Avg rank 8.0
    Avg rank 7.5
    Michelin Primacy 5

    💧 Wet: Laufenn S fit EQ vs Michelin Primacy 5

    The Michelin Primacy 5 wins this category with an average rank of 4.6, compared to 17.3 for the Laufenn S fit EQ.

    ☀️ Dry: Laufenn S fit EQ vs Michelin Primacy 5

    The Michelin Primacy 5 wins this category with an average rank of 5.3, compared to 15.8 for the Laufenn S fit EQ.

    🔇 Noise / Comfort: Laufenn S fit EQ vs Michelin Primacy 5

    The Michelin Primacy 5 wins this category with an average rank of 3.7, compared to 7.5 for the Laufenn S fit EQ.

    📏 Mileage: Laufenn S fit EQ vs Michelin Primacy 5

    The Michelin Primacy 5 wins this category with an average rank of 9.0, compared to 10.0 for the Laufenn S fit EQ.

    🔋 Efficiency: Laufenn S fit EQ vs Michelin Primacy 5

    The Michelin Primacy 5 wins this category with an average rank of 7.5, compared to 8.0 for the Laufenn S fit EQ.

    Frequently asked questions

    Which is better in the wet, Laufenn S fit EQ or Michelin Primacy 5?

    Across independent wet-braking tests, the Michelin Primacy 5 ranks higher on average than the Laufenn S fit EQ.

    Which has shorter dry braking distance?

    The Michelin Primacy 5 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Laufenn S fit EQ across the tests where both appeared.

    Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?

    On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Michelin Primacy 5 ranks better than the Laufenn S fit EQ.

    Which tire lasts longer?

    Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Michelin Primacy 5 shows better mileage performance than the Laufenn S fit EQ.

    How many tests were used in this comparison?

    Laufenn S fit EQ appears in 4 independent tests, Michelin Primacy 5 in 11.

    Also compare

    Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →