Michelin Primacy MXV4 vs. Michelin Primacy MXM4
We’ve heard from a few drivers over the past couple of months asking us what the differences are between Michelin’s MXV4 and the MXM4, so we wanted to take a closer look to help you decide which one of these two tires would be the better choice for your coupe, sedan, minivan or smaller crossover and SUV.
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While the MXV4 has been one of the best-selling and top performing tires on the market for many years running, the MXM4 has been out only for a couple of years. Both of these tires are touring all-season models, and at first glance you might think they must be pretty much alike, but when you take a closer look you’ll find that there are some differences between the two tread designs.
Traction/Cornering/Steering
Traction on dry road surfaces is pretty much a toss-up between these two tires. Both perform exceptionally well and feature very responsive steering that keeps you in full control whether around town or out on the highway.
Wet traction goes to the MXM4 due in part to the Helio tread compound technology, although MXV4 trails only slightly. Both tires offer superior hydroplane resistance and are among the best tires in their class when conditions deteriorate. Traction on snow and ice is also quite good for all-season tires since they both sport sipes around the tread that add biting edges for increased grip on snow or ice.
Cornering grip is an area we give the MXM4 the nod. With its variable contact patch and computer-optimized design, it delivers added grip and a bit more stability.
Ride Comfort/Road Noise
While both tires provide you with the type of ride comfort you would expect from Michelin, the MXV4’s Comfort Control technology gives this model a bit of an edge here. It remains one of the smoothest and most comfortable tires in its class. Road noise is minimal on either tire as well.
Treadlife
We like the MXV4 when it comes to longer tread wear, although once again, the differences are not that great. The MXV4 carries a 60,000 mile tread warranty, while the MXM4 comes with either a 45,000 mile or 55,000 mile warranty depending on speed rating.
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Which Tire Wins?
It would be hard to go wrong with either of these tires. We would say that if wet traction is important to you, the MXM4 makes an excellent choice. If a little extra ride comfort and treadlife is what you’re after, the MXV4 would be our pick.
I also have a 2017 Lincoln MKZ. 01/05/2021, car has 25K miles and these are totally worn out. Tires have tread separation and tread blocks missing. Tires worn almost to the wear bars. The first set of tires never last. There are better deals than Michelin out there. Do your research. I found General RT43s for $100 less per tire that will last as advertised. BTW, tire warrantees from Dealers and tire manufacturers are prorated IF they support your claim and honor there written policy. It takes a lot of work and phone calls to get that prorated discount. You have to jump through hoops to get satisfaction and in the end your are still going to pay full price for new tires.
I had similar experience with my 2018 Lincoln MKX and Hankook tires at 30k miles.
I purchased new 2017 Lincoln MKZ with mxm4 tires on it. 13,000 noticed tires wearing excessively. Michelin blew me off and told me to keep driving on them & they probably will improve. Called them again at 15,000 same results. At 20,000 wear down to 2/32 won’t pass PA inspection (which I expected), & Michelin won’t honor warranty. I faithfully rotate my tires every 5,000 miles. At this point, Lincoln contacted Michelin again to no avail. Lincoln has offered me a choice of 3 different tires at 50% off which I think is fair. NEVER buy Michelin or BF Goodrich or any other tires that they own.
What intervals did you rotate. If you want even wear and longer life you should really rotate every 3-4k
It would be helpful if this review was dated. Have no idea (except for a few comments generated since Dec 2017) how current this info is. I find that happens a lot on the internet and it’s very difficult to assess the value of the info if I don’t know how current it is. Thanks for the review! I’m currently at end of life for my Michelin p215/50R-17 Michelin Primacy MXV4. They have held up very well and I want to replace with same tire. But may have to consider MXM4 if they have stopped making the other. That 60,000 mile warranty was a big factor in my decision to buy…..shame they didn’t offer same on newer “model.”
Does the MXV4 have a rim protector lip??
I have both types on the front of my toyota solara should I be worried? NTB did this without me knowing.
Sally, I would definitely take your Solara back to NTB and let them know what happened. Once they see the mistake I’m sure they will correct it for you and get you matched up with the right set of tires..
Well if that’s the case I purchased a new honda hrv 2018 and I had a blowout the ordered the new tire and put it on 3 weeks ago… time for an oil change and tire rotation on the other three tires so that the tires rotated after leaving I noticed the tread look different so I now have one mxv4 and one MXM4 on the front of my vehicle and Honda says that it doesn’t matter it could shouldn’t cause any issues and will not replace the tire