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Michelin Defender 2 Tire Reviews

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Michelin Defender 2 Tire
 Michelin tires
Consumer Tire Performance Survey
based on 331 customer reviews
Consumer Tire Performance Survey
based on 331 customer reviews
overall8.7 hydroplaning resistance8.7
buy again90% cornering stability8.8
dry traction8.9 steering responsiveness8.9
wet traction8.8 ride comfort8.8
light snow traction8.5 noise level8.5
deep snow traction8.2 treadwear8.9
ice traction8.0 miles reported1,273,192
     8-10 = excellent        6-7 = good        4-5 = fair        1-3 = poor
Mavis Tires & Brakes has received 331 tire reviews for the Michelin Defender 2. This tire has received a 4 out of 5 Star rating with 90% of the respondents saying they would buy again. Dry Traction and Steering Responsiveness received the highest marks and total mileage that as been reviewed is 1,273,192.
"I don't know exactly how many miles I've driven, but it's over 1,500. I've had to make several trips due to illness/death in the family. I don't know the treadwear, I haven't looked. I have not driven in the snow with these tires. I purchased in April, it is now May, have had ~6 weeks. I get a smooth ride, they handle well in the rain and dry weather, and I am satisfied with them. Would purchase again." - Dunbar, WV

Customer Reviews: Michelin Defender 2

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submitted on6/6/2025
ratingExcellent
buy againDefinitely
tire size205/55HR16
vehicle  
driving conditionAll Highway
driving styleAverage
locationMILLWOOD, NY
review overall8.9 review hydroplaning resistance9.0
review buy again100% review cornering stability10.0
review dry traction10.0 review steering responsiveness10.0
review wet traction10.0 review ride comfort10.0
review light snow traction8.0 review noise level10.0
review deep snow traction8.0 review treadwear10.0
review ice traction2.0 review miles reported30,000
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submitted on6/4/2025
ratingExcellent
buy againDefinitely
tire size215/55HR17
vehicle  
driving conditionMostly Highway
driving styleAverage
locationRosenberg, TX
review overall9.0 review hydroplaning resistance
review buy again100% review cornering stability10.0
review dry traction8.0 review steering responsiveness9.0
review wet traction8.0 review ride comfort9.0
review light snow traction review noise level9.0
review deep snow traction review treadwear9.0
review ice traction review miles reported200
Excellent tire, holds the road great!
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submitted on6/3/2025
ratingExcellent
buy againDefinitely
tire size245/50HR20 XL
vehicle  
driving condition
driving style
locationRoswell, GA
review overall10.0 review hydroplaning resistance
review buy again100% review cornering stability
review dry traction review steering responsiveness
review wet traction review ride comfort
review light snow traction review noise level
review deep snow traction review treadwear
review ice traction review miles reported
These tires let you know that you are in charge. Great at high speeds and cornering. Stable, safe ride.
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submitted on6/3/2025
ratingExcellent
buy againDefinitely
tire size215/55HR17
vehicle  
driving conditionAll Highway
driving styleEasy Going
location,
review overall8.9 review hydroplaning resistance
review buy again100% review cornering stability
review dry traction9.0 review steering responsiveness8.0
review wet traction9.0 review ride comfort9.0
review light snow traction review noise level9.0
review deep snow traction review treadwear8.0
review ice traction review miles reported250
Great service by the entire staff
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submitted on5/27/2025
ratingExcellent
buy againDefinitely
tire size235/65HR18
vehicle  
driving conditionMostly Highway
driving styleAverage
location,
review overall9.4 review hydroplaning resistance9.0
review buy again100% review cornering stability10.0
review dry traction9.0 review steering responsiveness10.0
review wet traction9.0 review ride comfort9.0
review light snow traction review noise level10.0
review deep snow traction review treadwear9.0
review ice traction review miles reported112
Great tires, great price and excellent service!
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submitted on5/27/2025
ratingGood
buy againPossibly
tire size235/65HR18
vehicle  
driving conditionCombined Highway/City
driving styleAverage
location,
review overall7.4 review hydroplaning resistance8.0
review buy again50% review cornering stability8.0
review dry traction10.0 review steering responsiveness8.0
review wet traction8.0 review ride comfort6.0
review light snow traction review noise level6.0
review deep snow traction review treadwear
review ice traction review miles reported1,500
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submitted on5/25/2025
ratingExcellent
buy again0
tire size235/65HR18
vehicle  
driving condition
driving style
locationKissimmee, FL
review overall9.4 review hydroplaning resistance
review buy again% review cornering stability9.0
review dry traction9.0 review steering responsiveness10.0
review wet traction9.0 review ride comfort9.0
review light snow traction10.0 review noise level9.0
review deep snow traction10.0 review treadwear9.0
review ice traction10.0 review miles reported
I love Michelin tires because I get the best performance for my money. They also come with a warranty. Such a smooth ride. I have four Michelin tires on my vehicle. Do not forget, if needed, get the alignment for best performance.
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submitted on5/25/2025
ratingExcellent
buy againDefinitely
tire size215/55HR16 XL
vehicle  
driving conditionMostly City
driving styleAverage
location,
review overall9.3 review hydroplaning resistance
review buy again100% review cornering stability
review dry traction review steering responsiveness
review wet traction review ride comfort9.0
review light snow traction review noise level9.0
review deep snow traction review treadwear
review ice traction review miles reported
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submitted on5/23/2025
ratingExcellent
buy againDefinitely
tire size225/55VR19 XL
vehicle  
driving conditionMostly City
driving styleEasy Going
locationHilliard, OH
review overall10.0 review hydroplaning resistance
review buy again100% review cornering stability
review dry traction10.0 review steering responsiveness
review wet traction10.0 review ride comfort
review light snow traction review noise level
review deep snow traction review treadwear
review ice traction review miles reported200
I found the tires to be quiet and give a smooth ride
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submitted on5/22/2025
ratingExcellent
buy againDefinitely
tire size225/50HR17 XL
vehicle  
driving conditionMostly Highway
driving styleEasy Going
locationDunbar, WV
review overall8.4 review hydroplaning resistance8.0
review buy again100% review cornering stability8.0
review dry traction8.0 review steering responsiveness8.0
review wet traction8.0 review ride comfort9.0
review light snow traction review noise level8.0
review deep snow traction review treadwear
review ice traction review miles reported
I don't know exactly how many miles I've driven, but it's over 1,500. I've had to make several trips due to illness/death in the family. I don't know the treadwear, I haven't looked. I have not driven in the snow with these tires. I purchased in April, it is now May, have had ~6 weeks. I get a smooth ride, they handle well in the rain and dry weather, and I am satisfied with them. Would purchase again.