Marshal MU12 vs Michelin Primacy 4: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Marshal MU12 and Michelin Primacy 4 appear in 25 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 Marshal MU12 performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
How the Michelin Primacy 4 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 95/100, based on 24 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 Marshal MU12 and Michelin Primacy 4 are closely matched. Pick based on the category that matters most to your driving — wet, dry, comfort, mileage, or price.
Which one should you buy?
- You prefer the Marshal MU12's brand, sizing or price
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise noise / comfort
Test profile
| Metric | Marshal MU12 | Michelin Primacy 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Touring |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 1 | 24 |
| Best rank | #7 | #1 |
| Avg rank | 35.0 | 6.0 |
| Latest test | 2020 | 2022 |
| Tire Lab Score | — | 94.6 |
Tire Lab Score
Marshal MU12
Michelin Primacy 4
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Marshal MU12 | Michelin Primacy 4 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 43.0 | Avg rank 5.4 768 | Michelin Primacy 4 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 37.0 | Avg rank 5.2 755 | Michelin Primacy 4 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | No data | Avg rank 5.7 677 | Michelin Primacy 4 |
| 📏Mileage | No data | Avg rank 2.7 2 | Michelin Primacy 4 |
| 🔋Efficiency | No data | Avg rank 9.6 1 | Michelin Primacy 4 |
💧 Wet: Marshal MU12 vs Michelin Primacy 4
The Michelin Primacy 4 wins this category with an average rank of 5.4, compared to 43.0 for the Marshal MU12.
☀️ Dry: Marshal MU12 vs Michelin Primacy 4
The Michelin Primacy 4 wins this category with an average rank of 5.2, compared to 37.0 for the Marshal MU12.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Marshal MU12 vs Michelin Primacy 4
The Michelin Primacy 4 wins this category with an average rank of 5.7, compared to no data for the Marshal MU12.
📏 Mileage: Marshal MU12 vs Michelin Primacy 4
The Michelin Primacy 4 wins this category with an average rank of 2.7, compared to no data for the Marshal MU12.
🔋 Efficiency: Marshal MU12 vs Michelin Primacy 4
The Michelin Primacy 4 wins this category with an average rank of 9.6, compared to no data for the Marshal MU12.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Marshal MU12 or Michelin Primacy 4?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Michelin Primacy 4 ranks higher on average than the Marshal MU12.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Michelin Primacy 4 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Marshal MU12 across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Michelin Primacy 4 ranks better than the Marshal MU12.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Michelin Primacy 4 shows better mileage performance than the Marshal MU12.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Marshal MU12 appears in 1 independent tests, Michelin Primacy 4 in 24.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →