Michelin Primacy 4 vs Sportiva Super Z+: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Michelin Primacy 4 and Sportiva Super Z+ 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 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.
How the Sportiva Super Z+ performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
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 4 and Sportiva Super Z+ 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 prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise noise / comfort
- You prefer the Sportiva Super Z+'s brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Michelin Primacy 4 | Sportiva Super Z+ |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Touring |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 24 | 1 |
| Best rank | #1 | #15 |
| Avg rank | 6.0 | 29.2 |
| Latest test | 2022 | 2023 |
| Tire Lab Score | 94.6 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Michelin Primacy 4
Sportiva Super Z+
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Michelin Primacy 4 | Sportiva Super Z+ | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 5.4 768 | Avg rank 38.0 | Michelin Primacy 4 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 5.2 755 | Avg rank 25.0 | Michelin Primacy 4 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 5.7 677 | No data | Michelin Primacy 4 |
| 📏Mileage | Avg rank 2.7 2 | No data | Michelin Primacy 4 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 9.6 1 | No data | Michelin Primacy 4 |
💧 Wet: Michelin Primacy 4 vs Sportiva Super Z+
The Michelin Primacy 4 wins this category with an average rank of 5.4, compared to 38.0 for the Sportiva Super Z+.
☀️ Dry: Michelin Primacy 4 vs Sportiva Super Z+
The Michelin Primacy 4 wins this category with an average rank of 5.2, compared to 25.0 for the Sportiva Super Z+.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Michelin Primacy 4 vs Sportiva Super Z+
The Michelin Primacy 4 wins this category with an average rank of 5.7, compared to no data for the Sportiva Super Z+.
📏 Mileage: Michelin Primacy 4 vs Sportiva Super Z+
The Michelin Primacy 4 wins this category with an average rank of 2.7, compared to no data for the Sportiva Super Z+.
🔋 Efficiency: Michelin Primacy 4 vs Sportiva Super Z+
The Michelin Primacy 4 wins this category with an average rank of 9.6, compared to no data for the Sportiva Super Z+.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Michelin Primacy 4 or Sportiva Super Z+?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Michelin Primacy 4 ranks higher on average than the Sportiva Super Z+.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Michelin Primacy 4 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Sportiva Super Z+ 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 Sportiva Super Z+.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Michelin Primacy 4 shows better mileage performance than the Sportiva Super Z+.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Michelin Primacy 4 appears in 24 independent tests, Sportiva Super Z+ in 1.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
