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Michelin Defender2 - 215/60R17 96H Tire
4.7 out of 5 stars
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1,038 ratings1,028 reviews
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  2. 4 stars8% (82)
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Sep 5, 2026
Reviewer name: Rugman
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Replaced original equipment tirres on our Subaru Outback. These tires were recommended by our service people and I think they gave us good information. They seem to ride smoother and quieter than original tires and if the expected treadwear is as we were informed we will be extremely happy with them. I feel that they are a great tire for the price.

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Sep 8, 2026
Reviewer name: Birchie
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Great Tires

These are the 10th set of Michelin Tires I have owned. Most of the sets were for my trucks and were awesome tires. They are more expensive than regular tires but I definitely believe that you get what you pay for. I would rather pay a little more upfront and get more than 80,000 miles than to repeat buying more sets of tires that don't last.

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Jul 30, 2026
Reviewer name: RGB
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Nothing but Michelins

I have been driving Michelin tires exclusively for more than 40 years with nothing but praise for their quality and performance. So it made this choice of tire purchase pretty simple. We now have several thousand miles on this set of tires and they are performing exactly as expected.

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Jul 30, 2026
Reviewer name: KRAV22
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

EXCELLENT TIRE!

NEW MICHELIN DEFENDER 2 TIRES TO REPLACE THE LEAST WANTED OEM BRAND :(, THAT CAME WITH THE RAV4 BACK ON FEBRUARY 1ST, 2022. THE DEFENDER 2 TIRES HAVE AN EXCELLENT RIDE, QUIET AND GREAT HANDLING/CRUISING AND CORNERING. WE'RE READY FOR AN EAST COAST TREK FROM SOUTHERN ONTARIO TO HALIFAX AND ACCORDING TO THE DOT CODES, NOVA SCOTIA MANUFACTURING FOR OUR TIRES :)

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Aug 15, 2026
Reviewer name: Hairpin
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

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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Aug 25, 2026
Reviewer name: Happyguy88
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Excellent Tires

Since having our Michelin Defender tires installed we've felt a remarkable difference in handling performance, comfort on all road conditions and overall better drivability.

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Jul 18, 2026
Reviewer name: TBoogie
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Amazing tires!

I used the first generation of these tires and ran these 2nd generation as well driving personal and rideshare. They are quiet and like driving on pillows. In a 2wd Genesis sedan in the 1st generation version of these tires I got 2-3 mpg increase in the city and 3-5 mpg in the long distance. My any mpg was 34-35mpg with a V6 heavy sedan. In Colorado winters I could stop and plow through the snow powder or wet sloppy snow I had used sand bags in back for weight to grip. This Defender 2 I ran driving in Utah, Park city I didn't have any sand bags and got better traction. These Defemder 2 tires were very impressive I did get my money worth out of the Defender 1 I did hit the 80,000 miles I believe I got 87,000 miles out of them. These Defender 2 were on track to beat the 1st generation of this tire. Funny story I drove a gentleman who was picking his minivan up at the tire shop, he was using the minivan for medical transportation, I asked what tires he was getting “Michelin Defenders! Long lasting and get more mpg baby!” I told him they are amazing in bad weather too! He was excited! Go with confidence on this purchase!

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Jul 5, 2026
Reviewer name: eyedoc2020
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

The jury is still out. I have not put close to end of life wear on these tires.

These are the most expensive tires I have ever purchased. They are performing fine. They have normal traction and drive handling. The jury is out on how well they will last. My hope is that they are worth the expense for extended treadwear. They certainly have an excellent reputation. I expect safe driving and exceptional longevity.

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Jul 29, 2026
Reviewer name: Shug
3 out of 5 stars
3 out of 5 stars review

New tires but poor Michelin service response

Got new tires. Haven't driven enough to review. Difficult to complete registration process. Dealer did not put Dot numbers on any documents. No tear out wallet card provided with emergency number. Waited oh hold excessively long time to try & contact Michelin. 12+ minutes to answer. I can only imagine having a flat on dark country road & them taking even longer to answer! Wonder what the emergency roadside service time will be. So sounds like terrible warranty I hope I never have to use.

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reply from Consumer Care MIC US

Thank you for your feedback and for choosing Michelin. We're sorry to hear about the challenges you experienced with tire registration and the wait time when contacting our team. We understand your concerns and appreciate you bringing them to our attention. If you need assistance with registration, warranty coverage, or roadside assistance information, please contact Michelin Consumer Care at 866-866-6605 (Mon-Fri 8 AM-7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM-1 PM EST).

May 27, 2026
Reviewer name: Court Reporter
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

Disappointed

I came here and read reviews and was impressed because I wanted a quiet and smooth ride in my 2024 Nissan Rogue. These are both IMPORTANT issues because my career requires daily travel. I am so DISAPPOINTED. The ride is rough and Road noise is horrible. I'm returning to dealer tomorrow to see what can be done. Ive had them two weeks.

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reply from Consumer Care MIC US

We’re sorry to hear your Defender 2 tires haven’t met expectations, especially with ride and comfort. We understand how important that is for your daily driving. We recommend visiting your dealer so they can inspect the tires and ensure everything is properly balanced and suited for your vehicle. Since you’ve only had them for a short time, you may also be eligible under Michelin’s satisfaction guarantee (Promise Plan). If you’d like further support, our Consumer Care team is here to help. Our number is 866-866-6605 (Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM EST, Sat 9 AM–1 PM EST).