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Michelin Defender 2 245/60R18 Tires

Michelin Defender 2245/60R18 Tire
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based on 350 customer reviews


review overall8.7 review hydroplaning resistance8.7
review buy again90% review cornering stability8.8
review dry traction8.9 review steering responsiveness8.9
review wet traction8.8 review ride comfort8.8
review light snow traction8.5 review noise level8.5
review deep snow traction8.2 review treadwear8.9
review ice traction7.9 review miles reported1,448,801
     8-10 = excellent        6-7 = good        4-5 = fair        1-3 = poor

Mavis Discount Tire offers Michelin Defender 2 tires in the size 245/60R18. When replacing all 4 tires, the most popular vehicle was the Honda Ridgeline, followed by the Honda Pilot. 2 different vehicle models in total were fitted with this tire. The average mileage when putting on the new tires was 108,863, and Fall was the most common time of year to purchase.
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245/60HR18 XL Blackwall H 89Q XL 840 B B
Michelin Defender 2 - All Season Standard Touring tire
  • A special Winter Flex Compound is specially formulated to maintain its grip under most extreme cold-weather conditions, including snow and ice, delivering 25% better starting grip and shorter stopping distances than the leading competitor.
  • Cross Z-Sipes Technology uses a specially designed curve that locks the sipes in place, helping to provide improved grip on snow and ice. And because the sipes are full-depth, their grip lasts winter after winter.
  • MICHELIN® Comfort Control Technology™ helps deliver one of the most comfortable rides in the industry by using computer-optimized design and precision manufacturing to offer greatly reduced vibrations and road noise.
  • 25% Better Starting Grip In Icy Conditions Than the Leading Competitor.
  • Better Traction In All Winter Conditions.
  • Quiet, Smooth Ride in Cold Weather Conditions.