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Michelin Defender2 - 235/65R16 103H Tire

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Highlights

  • All Season
  • Cars, Minivans, Light Truck, SUV and Crossover
  • 80,000 Mile Manufacturer's Limited Warranty
  • Locking 3-D Sipes that Provide Hundreds of Biting Edges for Extra Grip
  • Completely Redesigned to Offer Increased Tread Life
  • Black Sidewall
  • Model # 18797
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michelin defender2 - 235/65r16 103h tire, front three-quarter view showing black sidewall and directional all-season tread; Michelin branding and DEFENDER2 text visible on shoulder, sidewall stamped 235/65 R16 103H, mounted on silver multi-spoke alloy wheel against white background; tread shows locking 3-D sipes for hundreds of biting edges and is designed to provide wet and dry traction, often used as a long‑life replacement option for cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks.
Michelin Defender2 - 235/65R16 103H Tire
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Product details

Before purchasing tires, make sure to use our Tire Finder to select the right fit for your vehicle.

Peace of mind to keep you in drive. The Michelin Defender2 all-season tire is our longest-lasting tire for miles of uncompromised safety performance – because life never stops moving. We redesigned the Defender2 tire to meet the needs of today's larger, more powerful vehicles. The Michelin Defender2 tire now offers the increased tread life that today's families expect. Engineered to outlast, the Defender2 tire can deliver 2 years of additional tread life compared to three leading competitive tires, outlasting them by up to 25,000 miles on a treadwear test.[1] This durable tire features Locking 3-D Sipes that provide extra grip from hundreds of biting edges. That extra grip translates to stopping distances that are better than three leading competitive tires on wet and dry pavement.[2] The Defender 2 tire is designed with MaxTouch 2.0 technology to offer a smooth ride that is as comfortably quiet as your first mile. Because performance and safety matter to you, Michelin makes tires to last and backs the Michelin Defender2 tire with an 80,000-mile manufacturer's treadwear limited warranty[3] in addition to the 6-year standard manufacturer's limited warranty.[4] Before purchasing tires, make sure to use our Tire Finder to select the right fit for your vehicle.

The Michelin Defender2 Tire is Our Longest-lasting Tire
Completely redesigned to offer increased tread life, this all-season tire also delivers stopping power so you can drive with confidence even in bad weather conditions.

Engineered to Outlast
The Michelin Defender2 tire can offer 2 years of additional treadlife compared to three leading competitive tires, outlasting them by up to 25,000 miles on a treadwear test[1].

Bring Peace of Mind to Your Drive
Bring peace of mind to your drive with the dependable MICHELIN Defender2 tire. This safe tire features Locking 3-D Sipes that provide hundreds of biting edges for extra grip to deliver better stopping distances than three leading competitive tires on wet and dry pavement[2].

A Better Fit - The Michelin Guarantee
The Michelin Defender2 tire is designed for vehicles such as the Toyota Camry, Chevrolet Equinox, Honda Accord, Toyota Sienna, Honda CR-V and more. The Michelin Defender2 tire is backed by an 80,000-mile manufacturer's treadwear limited warranty[3] and a 6-year standard limited warranty[4].

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Specifications

Product Details
Tire Size:235/65R16
Service Description:103H
Sidewall:Black Sidewall
Material # or MSPN:18797
Rim Width (min. to max.):6.5 - 8.5
Section Width:9.4
Overall Diameter:28
Tread Depth (32nds):10.5
RPM:742
Max Load (lbs.):1929 lbs @ 51 psi
UTQG Rating
Treadwear:840
Traction:B
Temperature:B

Warnings and disclaimers

Disclaimer

Wheel Not Included

With the purchase of 4 tires, the Tire Installation Package ($20 per tire) includes:

  • Free Installation for Plus, when you buy 4 tires
  • Tire Mounting
  • Free Lifetime Rotation & Balance
  • Free Lifetime Flat Repair
  • 5 years Road Hazard Protection (Excluding New York State)
  • 4 years of 24-hour Roadside Assistance

***Road hazard protection not available in New York for new tire purchase after 2/28/2282

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Sep 15, 2026
Reviewer name: bobo5
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Love my new Defender 2 tires

I love my new Michelin Defender 2 tires! I now have them installed on both of my vehicles. They are much quieter than the OEM tires put on by the car manufacturers. They handle great, grip the road confidently on both wet and dry pavement. They provide a smooth and comfortable ride and with an 80,000 mi treadwear warranty I look forward to having them for a long time. They look great on both of my vehicles. I am very pleased with this purchase and the overall quality and value these tires provide.

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Oct 1, 2026
Reviewer name: Old MSU grad
5 out of 5 stars
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Excellent value and all around tire for me.

I have been a huge fan of your tires for most of my driving experiences. From pickups to sedans to luxury SUV's I have always enjoyed the road feel and confidence your tires provided. A quiet and comfortable ride and the extended wear I get is hard to beat. We have to drive through all kinds of weather here in Michigan.

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Aug 15, 2026
Reviewer name: Hairpin
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Living Up to Well-earned Reputation

7000 mile history with this set of Michelin Tires - Have been impressed with low road noise something I highly value and have not always experienced in other premium tier lines. Most have been satisfactory when new and I consider these Michelins still new given only 7000 miles on them.

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