46
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
44/100
19 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Turanza EL440 vs Michelin Premier A/S — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
71
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
66/100
7 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin Premier A/S — better wet, comfort and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
6 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Premier A/S leads by 34
Why this score
| Source | Turanza EL440 | Premier A/S |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 79 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 55 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Premier A/S leads by 39
Why this score
| Source | Turanza EL440 | Premier A/S |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 69 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 46 | 86 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Premier A/S leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Turanza EL440 | Premier A/S |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 43 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 55 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Premier A/S leads by 36
Why this score
| Source | Turanza EL440 | Premier A/S |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 69 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 43 | 80 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Premier A/S leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Turanza EL440 | Premier A/S |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 60 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 40 | 43 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Premier A/S leads by 31
Why this score
| Source | Turanza EL440 | Premier A/S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 51 | 82 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Turanza EL440 | Michelin Premier A/S |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 46 | 71 |
| Dry | 56 | 90 |
| Wet | 47 | 86 |
| Snow | 43 | 55 |
| Comfort | 44 | 80 |
| Treadwear | 41 | 43 |
| Handling | 51 | 82 |
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Headline score
46
/ 100
Tire A
71
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Turanza EL440 is widely regarded as a disappointing OEM tire, frequently criticized for premature tread wear and escalating road noise as the tires age. While a small minority of users find the dry handling and steering precision acceptable for daily commuting, the prevailing consensus points to poor value, lackluster wet-weather performance, and a short service life that fails to meet expectations for a premium-priced tire.
Pros
- Acceptable steering precision on dry pavement
- Solid construction durability against road hazards like potholes
- Adequate dry-weather grip for conservative, daily commuting
Cons
- Extremely rapid tread wear, often requiring replacement before 30,000 miles
- Significant increase in road noise and cabin drone as the tread wears down
- Poor wet-weather traction and confidence, leading to understeer
- High replacement cost relative to the tire's performance and longevity
Observations
- Owners of Mazda CX-30 and Toyota Camry models frequently report dissatisfaction with the OEM-supplied EL440s, specifically citing premature wear despite regular rotation.
- Users noted that while the tire may feel quiet and comfortable when brand new, these characteristics degrade rapidly within the first 10,000 to 20,000 miles.
The Michelin Premier A/S is generally regarded as a competent tire in dry and mild conditions, offering a comfortable ride and predictable handling. However, it frequently fails to meet user expectations regarding tread longevity and winter weather performance, leading to a mixed reception given its premium price point.
Pros
- Comfortable ride quality with effective bump damping
- Predictable and precise handling in dry conditions
- Good center-line tracking and steering feedback
- Strong performance in warm, dry weather
Cons
- Disappointing tread life and premature wear
- Poor traction and confidence in snow and ice
- Susceptibility to hydroplaning at highway speeds
- High price point relative to overall value and longevity
Observations
- Users reported significant performance degradation in winter conditions on compact vehicles like the Toyota Corolla.
- Premature center-tread wear was noted even with consistent maintenance and proper tire pressure.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Turanza EL440 | B · Michelin Premier A/S |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Premium Touring All Season tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
46
/ 100
Bridgestone
71
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin Premier A/S — better wet, comfort and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Michelin Premier A/S scores 86 vs 47 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Michelin Premier A/S scores 80 vs 44 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Michelin Premier A/S scores 90 vs 56 on dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Michelin Premier A/S scores 82 vs 51 on handling.
Tire A · Bridgestone Turanza EL440
Tire B · Michelin Premier A/S
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.