The Defender LTX M/S2 is Michelin's Highway All-Season tire developed to combine all-season capabilities with extended tread life for SUVs, pick-ups, and commercial vans. The Defender LTX M/S2 iterates on a successful legacy to bring a smooth, quiet ride with year-round traction in dry, wet and even light snow.
Defender LTX M/S2 tires feature the Michelin Evertread 2.0 compound, an evolution of the DNA found in the prior Defender LTX M/S, specifically formulated to resist abrasion under high load and high torque. The compound is molded into an all-new symmetric tread design; patterned into a series of closely spaced independent blocks, this layout affords additional depth and rigidity compared to its predecessor. This design, combined with high-density 3D SipeLock technology, allows the Defender LTX M/S2 to maintain block cohesion in dry conditions, while still offering the biting edges necessary for all-season traction. Four circumferential grooves and open shoulder slots handle water evacuation from the contact patch for strong wet braking and traction.
The internal construction of the Defender LTX M/S2 includes a twin polyester body casing for stable, crisp steering response and two steel belts providing reliability at highway speeds with the strength necessary to handle heavy loads. A reinforcing polyamide cap ply further enhances performance and stability at high speeds.
El neumático Defender LTX M/S2 de Michelin pertenece a la categoría: Autopista Para Toda Estación y fue desarrollado para combinar capacidades de toda estación, con un ciclo de vida extendido de la huella, al ser utilizado en vehículos deportivos utilitarios (SUV, por sus siglas en inglés), picops y furgonetas comerciales. El Defender LX M/S2 repite el legado exitoso al proporcionar un andar parejo y tranquilo, al mismo tiempo de ofrecer tracción durante todo el año en condiciones secas, mojadas y con poca nieve.
Los neumáticos Defender LTX M/S2 poseen el compuesto de caucho Evertread 2.0 de Michelin, una evolución del ADN encontrado en el modelo antecesor el Defender LTX M/S, especialmente formulado para resistir abrasión sobre cargas pesadas y torsión alta. Este compuesto, es moldeado en un diseño asimétrico nuevo de la huella, modelado en una serie de bloques independientes estrechamente espaciados, este diseño ofrece profundidad y rigidez adicional, comparado a su predecesor. El diseño, combinado con la tecnología tridimensional "3D SipeLock", la cual cuenta con gran cantidad de pequeñas ranuras, permite que el Defender LTX M/S2, mantenga la cohesión de los bloques en condiciones secas, al mismo tiempo de mantener los bordes adherentes necesarios para proporcionar tracción durante todas las estaciones del año. Cuatro canales circunferenciales y ranuras abiertas en los hombros evacuan el agua del área de contacto con la carretera, lo cual, proporciona un frenado fuerte y tracción sobre superficies mojadas.
La construcción interna del Defender LTX M/S2 incluye una estructura gemela de poliéster que proporciona una respuesta estable y firme al girar el volante, dos correas de acero ofrecen, confiabilidad al rodar a velocidades encontradas en las autopistas y la fortaleza necesaria para manejar cargas pesadas. Una capa de refuerzo de poliamida aumenta, aún más, el rendimiento y la estabilidad a velocidades altas.
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Warranty summary for replacement tires purchased on or after 05/01/23 (1 of 2)
Treadwear:6 Years / 75,000 Miles (H- & T-Speed Rated) 6 Years / 50,000 Miles (S-Speed Rated) Half mileage for rear if different size than front
Manufacturer Special Warranty:60-day satisfaction (1), 3-yr roadside assistance
Additional Information:(1) Up to 6 per customer, exchange for any brand.
Notes
See official manufacturer's warranty brochure for specific details.
New vehicle Original Equipment tire warranties often differ from those covering replacement tires. Consult your vehicle documents to confirm Original Equipment tire warranty coverage.
Tire Rack Test Results Michelin Defender LTX M/S2
Highway All-Season: The Quietest, Most Comfortable Truck Tires - 2024 Test 7 With Winter Update (24.17)
In our seventh tire test of the year, we took nine Highway All-Season tires to the street, test track, and into wintery conditions to see how they stacked up. The Highway All-Season category is a staple for trucks and large SUVs, combining the weight load limits needed with touring tire manners. If your driving experience keeps to paved and packed gravel surfaces, the Highway All-Season category is for you!
Ratings highlight excellence in winter traction, with near-perfect scores (9-10) for snow, ice, and deep snow grip, making the Blizzak WS90 a standout for harsh winter conditions. Wet traction earns strong praise for hydroplaning resistance and confident handling. Dry traction and steering responsiveness are consistently rated 7-10, though slightly lower than winter-focused metrics. Comfort receives positive feedback for ride smoothness, though a few note modest road noise. Treadwear shows mostly 7-10 scores, with some mentioning rapid wear in severe conditions. Overall, drivers report high satisfaction, emphasizing its reliability as a dedicated winter tire.
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Customers overwhelmingly rate the Blizzak WS90's wet traction as excellent, with most scoring 9s and 10s. High marks highlight confident grip and hydroplaning resistance in wet conditions, aligning with its winter-focused design. A few scores between 7-8 suggest minor variability, but overall performance remains strong.
December 04, 2024
4.5 out of 5
...great studless tire for ice on the road I haven't slid once.
Best snow tire on the market in my opinion, ive taken these tires through 3 plus feet of now with now problems, great studless tire for ice on the road I haven't slid once.
Vehicle: 2019 Chevrolet Malibu LT Miles Driven on Tires: 500 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: WATERFORD, PA Driving Style: Spirited
Customers overwhelmingly rate the Blizzak WS90's winter traction as excellent, with most scores 9-10. Snow and deep snow grip receive exceptional praise, while ice performance is strong with some scores 8-9.
November 30, 2022(Verified Purchase)
4.2 out of 5
...Amazing difference in traction on ice and snow. I was blown away by how good these things performed here in Minnesota.
A true winter tire. Amazing difference in traction on ice and snow. I was blown away by how good these things performed here in Minnesota.
Vehicle: 2016 Toyota Sienna FWD L Miles Driven on Tires: 4,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: RED WING, MN Driving Style: Easy Going
Living driving in Northern Michigan during some crazy snow this past month with these tires on ice, slush, heavy wind drifting snow, up and down snow and ice covered hills, driving a front wheel drive GTI with VDS+ am extremely impressed and have total confidence in these Blizzak WS90 snow tires...
Living driving in Northern Michigan during some crazy snow this past month with these tires on ice, slush, heavy wind drifting snow, up and down snow and ice covered hills, driving a front wheel drive GTI with VDS+ am extremely impressed and have total confidence in these Blizzak WS90 snow tires. Have also traveled for an hour at 76mph at 30 and 40 degrees F on 4 occasions and impressed with the ride quality and lack of noise. First week went down a slippery mud 2-track along a riverbank with total confidence. If I had an Audi Allroad these Blizzaks would be great All Terrain tire. One other bit of awesomeness = Tirerack mounted, balanced and shipped these with wheels to my home all wrapped up safe'like with no damage. Beauty eh! ~AspoZpeedo
Vehicle: 2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI 4-Door Standard Miles Driven on Tires: 1,500 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: LUDINGTON, MI Driving Style: Easy Going
Most customers rate dry traction as excellent with scores of 9-10, highlighting confident grip. A few note scores around 7, but as a winter tire, dry performance exceeds expectations.
January 09, 2025(Verified Purchase)
3.7 out of 5
The lack of grip from these tires in normal cold wet or dry conditions is alarming. They're fine in the city but at highway speeds in the mountains the Continental Viking Contact 7 was a more confidence inspiring tire...
The lack of grip from these tires in normal cold wet or dry conditions is alarming. They're fine in the city but at highway speeds in the mountains the Continental Viking Contact 7 was a much more confidence inspiring tire. These tires are probably better suited to a non-performance vehicle.
Vehicle: 2018 Kia Stinger GT AWD Miles Driven on Tires: 3,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: BUFFALO, NY Driving Style: Spirited
...On warm dry pavement they feel a little spongy and have longer stopping distance compared to my Michelin Pilot Sport all-weather performance tires, but that's completely expected and not a fair comparison...
Fantastic snow tires! Completely confident feel, even in slick or slushy snow, and in deep snow drives almost like on tarmac. Much better performance than expected. Only slippage I've experienced so far has been with an ice underlayer, and even then it was minimal and quickly regained traction. Have not yet experienced sheet ice with these tires on, but if there's anything at all on the surface to grab onto then I feel like these tires would grab onto it and hold. Cannot recommend them more highly as snow tires. (On warm dry pavement they feel a little spongy and have longer stopping distance compared to my Michelin Pilot Sport all-weather performance tires, but that's completely expected and not a fair comparison. Just something to be aware of if switching to these tires before the snow arrives.)
Vehicle: 2015 Subaru WRX STi Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: WOODSVILLE, NH Driving Style: Spirited
...They do ride very comfortably compared to the Michelin as well, but have reduced turn in response.
First things I noticed are these grip very well in the dry and light snowpack. Noticeable difference compared to Michelin X-ices. Once we get some deeper snow and ice I'll see how they do, but I expect they will be good in those conditions too. They do ride very comfortably compared to the Michelin as well, but have reduced turn in response.
Vehicle: 2013 Ford Focus 5-Door 215/55-16 Miles Driven on Tires: 300 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: FORT COLLINS, CO Driving Style: Spirited
Most customers rate treadwear between 8-10, praising the Blizzak WS90's consistent snow and ice traction with minimal wear. While a few lower scores exist, winter drivers highlight its reliable performance across multiple seasons.
January 01, 2023(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5
...Even the treadwear is excellent for a winter tire...
These tires are outstanding. About as close as you can get to driving on dry pavement. I have them on my Infiniti G37xs, and they work great. Even the treadwear is excellent for a winter tire. My work van has studded tires and even these work better than those tires do.
Vehicle: 2009 Infiniti G37x Sedan Sport Package Miles Driven on Tires: 1,200 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: CHENEY, WA Driving Style: Spirited
...I've used my Blizzak WS90 tires, Bridgestone's studless ice and snow winter tires, for a total of seven winter seasons... Hopefully, this second set will last me another seven winter seasons!
This is my second set of tires on my 2014 Hyundai Elantra. I first purchased these tires back in November 2017 here in Pasco, Washington. We get a good amount of snow in our area between November and February.
I’ve used my Blizzak WS90 tires, Bridgestone’s studless ice and snow winter tires, for a total of seven winter seasons. Today, December 7, 2024, I got my second set installed. I have zero complaints about this brand—they handle exceptionally well on ice and snow. I couldn’t imagine driving without them. Hopefully, this second set will last me another seven winter seasons!
Vehicle: 2014 Hyundai Elantra Coupe Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: PASCO, WA Driving Style: Easy Going
Highway All-Season: The Quietest, Most Comfortable Truck Tires - 2024 Test 7 With Winter Update (24.17)
In our seventh tire test of the year, we took nine Highway All-Season tires to the street, test track, and into wintery conditions to see how they stacked up. The Highway All-Season category is a staple for trucks and large SUVs, combining the weight load limits needed with touring tire manners. If your driving experience keeps to paved and packed gravel surfaces, the Highway All-Season category is for you!
The Defender LTX M/S2 is Michelin's Highway All-Season tire developed to combine all-season capabilities with extended tread life for SUVs and pick-ups. The Defender LTX M/S2 iterates on a successful legacy to bring a smooth, quiet ride with year-round traction in dry, wet, and even light snow.
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