69
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
63/100
9 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Michelin Primacy MXM4 vs Yokohama Geolandar G900 — 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
76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
74/100
14 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama Geolandar G900 — better snow, wet and dry. Pick the Michelin Primacy MXM4 if treadwear matters most to you.
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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)
Geolandar G900 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Primacy MXM4 | Geolandar G900 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 88 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Geolandar G900 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Primacy MXM4 | Geolandar G900 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 82 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Geolandar G900 leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Primacy MXM4 | Geolandar G900 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 60 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 70 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Geolandar G900 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Primacy MXM4 | Geolandar G900 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 70 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Primacy MXM4 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Primacy MXM4 | Geolandar G900 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 73 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 72 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Geolandar G900 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Primacy MXM4 | Geolandar G900 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 69 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Michelin Primacy MXM4 | Yokohama Geolandar G900 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 69 | 76 |
| Dry | 77 | 88 |
| Wet | 70 | 82 |
| Snow | 51 | 70 |
| Comfort | 66 | 70 |
| Treadwear | 79 | 72 |
| Handling | 64 | 69 |
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Headline score
69
/ 100
Tire A
76
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Michelin Primacy MXM4 is generally regarded as a comfort-oriented grand touring tire that excels in ride quality and tread longevity but falls short for performance-minded drivers. While users praise its ability to dampen road vibrations and maintain durability, many report lackluster handling, significant understeer, and underwhelming wet-weather traction when pushed.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and vibration dampening
- Strong tread life and durability
- High fuel efficiency
- Effective resistance to aquaplaning in heavy rain
Cons
- Mediocre dry grip and handling precision
- Noticeable understeer when cornering
- Soft sidewalls that lack steering feedback
- Increased road noise on certain surfaces
Observations
- Drivers of high-torque FWD vehicles report significant wheelspin and traction issues in wet conditions.
- Tesla Model 3 owners noted a decline in handling performance compared to dedicated summer tires, suggesting the tire is better suited for comfort than spirited driving.
- The tire's run-flat variants are noted for maintaining a surprisingly soft and compliant ride despite their reinforced construction.
The Yokohama Geolandar G900 is widely regarded as a highly capable, versatile all-rounder specifically engineered for Subaru Forester and Outback platforms. While users consistently praise its predictable handling, off-road traction, and comfort, the consensus is sharply divided regarding its tread longevity and value proposition compared to modern alternatives.
Pros
- Excellent all-terrain versatility including snow, gravel, and mud
- Predictable and secure handling characteristics
- High level of ride comfort compared to stiffer premium alternatives
- Strong initial grip and traction performance
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life with many reports of premature wear
- High road noise levels, particularly on motorways
- High price point relative to current market competitors
- Occasional reports of poor wet-weather performance and aquaplaning
Observations
- The tire is specifically optimized for the Subaru Forester and Outback chassis, with many users noting it complements the vehicle's suspension better than stiffer premium tires.
- Performance is highly dependent on alignment; several users noted that uneven wear patterns were mitigated by professional tracking checks.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Michelin Primacy MXM4 | B · Yokohama Geolandar G900 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | Winter Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
69
/ 100
Michelin
76
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama Geolandar G900 — better snow, wet and dry. Pick the Michelin Primacy MXM4 if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Yokohama Geolandar G900 scores 70 vs 51 on snow.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama Geolandar G900 scores 82 vs 70 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Yokohama Geolandar G900 scores 88 vs 77 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Primacy MXM4 scores 79 vs 72 on treadwear.
Tire A · Michelin Primacy MXM4
Tire B · Yokohama Geolandar G900
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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.