Customer reviews for Michelin Defender2 - 255/65R18 111H Tire forMichelin Defender2 - 255/65R18 111H Tire
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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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- 4 out of 5 stars review7/22/2026Tires look good. Road noise is noticeable. First time getting these tires. I like that the mileage is 80,000. Good reviews from Tire Rack.
Great looking tires.
yogi26Originally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars review7/23/2026Feel tires are great thus far. No road noise. Have had Michelins before and find this make are one of the best!
Always have found them to be great tires
Tom2Originally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars review8/9/2026I’ve been a Michelin user ever since I began owning cars. I didn’t even consider other brands. Michelin is my go to.
Great product!
J491Originally posted onmichelinman.com - 4 out of 5 stars review8/1/2026Tires are quite and still holding well, i just feel.like they dont hold well in wet like I was especting
Overall ok
SamOriginally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars review8/10/2026I love how my new tires keep me safe while on the road. Thru thick and thin they are the brand I trust.Jonnie28Originally posted onmichelinman.com
- 5 out of 5 stars review7/24/2026Well built well designed tires that provide traction and a smooth ride to boot. We are pleased with the quality and durability of the Michelin tires!
Smith ride and Durable!
SilvermitchOriginally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars review8/1/2026Handling with a smooth ride. Braking is uniform with traction. I look forward to driving in the rain with my new Defender2 tires.
Excellent tread, with soft sidewalls.
Sonoma SubaruOriginally posted onmichelinman.com - 4 out of 5 stars review8/15/2026They are good tires in fact I just said I need to go have them rotated. We are retired so we don't drive every day.CalvertOriginally posted onmichelinman.com
- 5 out of 5 stars review1/28/2026I had 4 Defender XL with 20k miles. Great tire, however I had road hazard on 2. Because I have AWD all 4 needed to be replaced. Since I had the Defender tires before I stayed with the Defenders
Great Tire
Snow Dog 69Originally posted onmichelinman.com - 4 out of 5 stars review2/21/2026Good ride. Surprisingly my gas mileage went down 2 miles per gallon from the Michelin Privacy tires I had on from the factory. My vehicle is a 2022 Ford Maverick hybrid.Steve468Originally posted onmichelinman.com
- 5 out of 5 stars review2/19/2026This is the second set of these ties I have bought , now I have 2 cars with them ,, great tire , if I had known how awesome they were years ago I'd have been riding on them sooner , quality , value , and great ride.
Best Tire Ever
MikeOriginally posted onmichelinman.com - 4 out of 5 stars review3/24/2026I've only had the tires a couple of weeks, but from what I have experienced so far, I am pleased with their performance, Stopping distance and cornering are admirable, and they look good on my Infiniti. Here's hoping they continue to please.
new rubber for the Q50!
RBBRXOriginally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars review2/22/2026I love the tires. It snowed about 6 inches and didn’t have any trouble at all. The tires are very quiet and the ride is very smooth. I’m getting ready to purchase another set for my other vehicle.Ron 800Originally posted onmichelinman.com
- 3 out of 5 stars review2/17/2026Not sure where the outstanding ride quality reviews come from. Placed these on a Kia Telluride and the ride quality is noticeably rougher. The vehicle always appears to sway back and forth and you feel every bump.
Maybe I am missing something
S POriginally posted onmichelinman.comConsumer Care MIC USStephen, thank you for sharing your experience with the Defender 2 tires. Ride comfort can be influenced by factors such as i... - 5 out of 5 stars review2/17/2026It's too soon to comment on durability however with the recent heavy snow falls in Toronto, the Defender 2 tires were the best performing all season tires we have had to date.
Good in snow.
Stephen TFOriginally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars review2/28/2026The durability of the is everything I expected. Grip going around corners have no slip. Stability at high speeds are great. Traction is great on slippery and snowy roads in Michigan. Long last wear is what I wanted in a tire.
Best tire and long lasting.
Wild Willie 538Originally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars review3/6/2026I had these on my 1998 Grand Marquis, and my 2006 Buick Lucerne, best tires ever. Now I am getting ready to purchase them for my 2023 GMC Acadia. There is not a better tire made in my opinion than Michelan
Long life tires
Florida girlOriginally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars review5/11/2026Great tires! I feel safer now, great traction and stability. Excellent in snowy Michigan winters, wet roads, really a good buy and gret price. Excellent warranty
Great road handling
Lake girlOriginally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars review2/10/2026I bought these tires in November, just in time for winter. They handle very well in the snow, have had no issues navigating snowy roads. When the roads have been dry (no snow on them), they grip the road well. Happy with my purchase.
Great tires
mary123Originally posted onmichelinman.com - 5 out of 5 stars review3/3/2026I have driven my Honda Civic for 10 years. My only complaint was road noise. My new Michelin tires are a godsend. New cars should have premium tires!!
Should be standard on new cars
Baby BlueOriginally posted onmichelinman.com