Replaced my Michelin Primacy MXV4 tires with the Defenders on my Merc-S. Its been 4000 miles since I replaced the tires. Was a little skeptical that I may be compromising on the ride and noise for the extra mileage the Defender tires offer. But to my pleasant surprise and liking none of that has been impacted. The ride is very quite as with Michelin Primacys. The real test is going to be in the snow weather which seems to be coming to our part of the country shortly. Will keep updating the site with my experiences over the seasons and increased mileage on the tires.

These tires are EXCELLENT. I drive a lot for my job. The ride is smooth and solid. When I first got the tires, my car felt like a completely new automobile. In rough weather, they hug the road. Extreme weather, there is very little slippage. I bought these tires just before the winter, out east. Driving in downpours and snow has been much better than before. I am far more confident driving in adverse conditions than ever before--and it's definitely due to the tires. No lie.

After running through OEM tires every 25k-40k miles and getting a flat on vacation on my fourth set, I decided to change manufacturers. 40k miles later these tires are almost like new on my sienna. They are still quieter and more comfortable then the stock tire provided by the dealer. I'm absolutely impressed with the tread life.

My 2004 Honda CRV is a great car but I always heard a lot of road noise while driving. It also has a truck base so it's not quite as smooth as a vehicle with a car base. While on my second set of tires, not Michelin, (recommended to me by my husband), my husband drove my car and alerted me to noises while driving that I apparently had become used to. There was a whap, whap sound that after a few weeks of diagnosis we determined to be my tires. I wanted Michelins which I always had on my other cars, read reviews, decided on the Defenders, purchased and had them installed and I have to say, the car has never ridden so smooth or so quiet, even when new. My car does not 'slip' anymore while turning corners and even rides better in rain AND snow. I love these tires and my husband will be getting some when he needs new tires for his car.

I brought the Defender last year to replace MXV4. It was to be use on my 08 Mazda3. I live in Colorado and the defender did not perform well compare to the MXV4. It is nice that the defender is support to last up to 90,000 miles which is better than the MXV4. As summer time go, the defender perform well but not so much on cornering. Perfom very well in rain and standing water. I would recomend this tire to everyone which i did. My family own two defender. One on Mazda, one on 08 Cobalt

I will continue to buy Michelin products. My defenders are excellent. I have had many other brands in the past and have had trouble with out-of-round tires and off center belts. My previous set of tires was my first set of Michelins (Harmony). I put over 100,000 miles on that set. I need a high mileage tire because I drive 400 miles a week to work and back. I have 20,000 on my Defenders and so far they have been great.

It always amazes me at the quality difference in tires. I have tried other tires and ultimately come back to Michelin every time. The tires last longer, the ride is smoother and I like the control it gives me when driving, especially in rain. I have to say the only thing I don't like about Michelin tires is the cost. But you do get what you pay for. If I buy a 90,000 mile tire I get 90,000 miles of smooth travels and safety in my car. In fact now that 2 of my 4 kids are driving I have put Michelin's on their cars too. I don't have to worry about them on the road to due poor quality tires.

I researched tires for a long time before I decided that the Michelin Defenders were the one for us. My wife drives the car 99% of the time and I was most concerned with safety. I was a bit worried about road noise because I read a few bad reviews, but there were plenty of good ones too. I had to depress the clutch at 75 mph to quiet the engine noise so I could even hear the tires. Even then, they were barely audible above the wind noise. The model is a '89 Corolla. Too early to tell about wear, but these are the best tires I have ever bought.

Over the last 40 years whichever vehicle myself or my family had we would always put on Michelin. They are very reliable,great value for the dollar. They handle the road excellent very quiet while driving.I would personally purchase these tires for my children that's how confident I am with Michelin

The Defender tires are an excellent investment! The gas mileage and ride are the best I have ever had in my Nissan Quest. I would highly recommend Defender and all Michelin products to anyone considering a purchase for quality and service at a great price. Satisfied indeed!!!!!