The HTR Enhance LX2 is Sumitomo's Standard Touring All-Season tire designed for the drivers of coupes, family sedans and small crossovers and was developed to combine responsive handling and long life with all-season traction, even in light snow.
A high-silica, super microparticulate carbon compound enhances both strength and flexibility for improvements in wear and wet traction, while the asymmetric tread pattern focuses on all-season performance and reliable handling even as the tire wears. Optimized groove depth and even pressure distribution throughout the contact patch help prevent irregular wear, improving the usable life. The compound's high silica content enhances grip in wet conditions, while the straight, circumferential grooves and wide, lateral notches evacuate water from the contact patch for hydroplaning resistance. An increased number of sipes in the tread pattern create more biting edges for traction in snow and on ice, and utilizing 3D zigzag sipes helps retain tread block rigidity for handling, while cross-designed chamfers retain snow in the tread for snow-to-snow traction.
The internal construction of the HTR Enhance LX2 consists of a 2-ply polyester casing beneath two wide, high-rigidity steel belts. A spirally wound, nylon reinforcement enhances high-speed stability, and the high modulus bead insert improves steering response.
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Warranty summary for replacement tires purchased on or after 01/01/25(1 of 3)
Treadwear:6 Years / 90,000 Miles (T-Rated Tires) (1) 5 Years / 70,000 Miles (H- & V-Rated Tires) (1) 4 Years / 50,000 Miles (W-Rated Tires) (1)
Workmanship & Materials Warranty:5 Years from purchase or 6 Years fr / Free replacement for 6 Years from date of purchase or worn to 2/32" remaining depth
Workmanship & Materials Warranty:5 Years from purchase or 6 Years fr / Free replacement for 6 Years from date of purchase or worn to 2/32" remaining depth
Manufacturer Special Warranty:45 Day Test Drive, 2 Year Roadside
Additional Information:(1) N/A if rear tire size is different than front
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 Sumitomo HTR Enhance LX2
The Unsung Heroes of the Daily Driver - 2025 Test 2 - With Winter Update(33:42)
For the second test of 2025, we took eleven more touring tires, seven carrying the 3-Peak Mountain Snowflake symbol, and put them through their paces on our Toyota Camry. Four of these tires are brand-new products just hitting the market. What are you waiting for? Press play to see how these tires compare and where they stack up amongst the tires from our two touring tests in 2024 in the updated 31-tire chart!
Customer feedback data reveals strong performance across key all-season categories, with high marks for comfort (scores 7-10) noted for smooth ride quality despite occasional mentions of road noise. Treadwear receives consistent praise (8-10), aligning with expectations for a durable touring tire. Winter traction stands out with scores 8-10, showing reliable capability in snow and slush, though ice performance varies slightly. Wet traction excels (9-10 average) with excellent hydroplaning resistance. Dry traction earns near-perfect ratings (9-10) for confident handling and responsiveness. Overall, drivers report high satisfaction, particularly praising its balanced all-season versatility and dependable grip in varied conditions.
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Customers overwhelmingly praise the excellent wet traction, with most scoring 9s and 10s. The tire delivers confident grip and reliable hydroplaning resistance, performing superbly in rainy conditions as expected from a top-tier all-season tire.
March 15, 2021
(Verified Purchase)
4.9 out of 5
I bought the new Crossclimate SUvs purely for dry and wet performance and they exceeded my expectations... They perform very, very well in wet and in slush...
I bought the new Crossclimate SUvs purely for dry and wet performance and they exceeded my expectations. And they are dead quiet on the highway! On my tire test road, a downhill, decreasing radius, 180 degree highway on ramp, I could get my old front tires, Nitto CrossTeks, to squeal but for the life of me I can't get the CrossClimates to squeal....I don't want to tip over of course. AND, my steering is noticeably lighter.
They perform very, very well in wet and in slush, haven't had the opportunity to test in deep snow but I don't expect all weather rated tires to do well in deep snow. My gas mileage has not improved or suffered, but I didn't buy them to improve mpg. Highly recommended!
Vehicle: 2010 Toyota RAV4 4wd V6 Limited Miles Driven on Tires: 1,250 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: NORTH OLMSTED, OH Driving Style: Spirited
...Superb handling in all conditions which saved me from hydroplaning several times on the highway with their unique tread pattern...
These are the best tires I�ve ever owned. Superb handling in all conditions which saved me from hydroplaning several times on the highway with their unique tread pattern. The tires are quiet to me and I drive a lot in all kinds of wintery New England conditions. The ride is smooth making cornering nimble while the traction and tread are on point. I will definitely buy them again.
Vehicle: 2015 BMW X5 xDrive35i xLine Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: SALEM, MA Driving Style: Spirited
Customers praise the CrossClimate SUV's excellent snow and deep snow traction, with most ratings between 9-10. Ice grip scores show good performance (7-8 range for many), though a few note variability in extreme conditions. Overall, it delivers confident winter capability for all-season use.
January 26, 2020
(Verified Purchase)
4.4 out of 5
The best all-season tires I have come across for Central New York. Our snow totals are a true test. These are as good as it gets without swapping for dedicated winter rubber...
The best all-season tires I have come across for Central New York. Our snow totals are a true test. These are as good as it gets without swapping for dedicated winter rubber. They also have a quiet, compliant ride in all conditions. I've always favored Michelins on our vehicles. These are yet another reason why.
Vehicle: 2012 Honda CR-V EX-L AWD Miles Driven on Tires: 2,500 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: LIVERPOOL, NY Driving Style: Average
...The biggest surprise so far has been how well they have handled in deep snow and hard packed snow... The only time I had any issue with traction when accelerating was from a dead stop on ice, and then only briefly. Like any tire, if you are in deep slush you may get pulled by the ruts a little bit, but it was easy enough to turn out of the ruts and I never felt like I lost control due to the tires themselves...
I had these tires installed on December 12, 2019. Living in West Michigan over the course of the past three weeks I have driven with them in slush, hard packed snow / ice, 60 degree dry sunny weather, heavy rain, and as of today, 6 inches of powdery snowfall. So far they have been the best tires I have owned. They are definitely better than the Yokohama's that were on my truck when I bought it that had zero traction if there was any moisture on the ground and the temperature dropped below 35 .
The biggest surprise so far has been how well they have handled in deep snow and hard packed snow. I like to get a good feel for my tires responsiveness in a semi controlled setting so I know how they will act in an emergency. I have hammered the gas, slammed on the brakes, and taken corners a bit harder than I normally drive while on some isolated back roads just to see if / when the tires would break traction. The only time I had any issue with traction when accelerating was from a dead stop on ice, and then only briefly. Like any tire, if you are in deep slush you may get pulled by the ruts a little bit, but it was easy enough to turn out of the ruts and I never felt like I lost control due to the tires themselves. Hard braking on both deep snow and hard pack has only caused the ABS system to engage briefly.
Driving normally I have had nothing but great responsiveness from the tires and I haven't noticed any loss of traction while accelerating, braking, or cornering.
For the first 100 miles or so there was a slight hum but there is very little road noise now. My wife has even commented on how quiet these tires are. She's also noted that she expected to feel a lot more impact from the road (potholes and the like) given the tread pattern but she's been very pleasantly surprised at how little you really feel.
I will try to update as I get a little more mileage on the tires - but so far I have no complaints!
Vehicle: 2008 Porsche Cayenne S Miles Driven on Tires: 750 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: GRAND RAPIDS, MI Driving Style: Spirited
...Much quieter, significantly better in wet and light snow
All around better tire than OEM selection. Much quieter, significantly better in wet and light snow
Vehicle: 2021 Kia Sorento AWD EX Miles Driven on Tires: 6,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: PRESCOTT VALLEY, AZ Driving Style: Average
Customers overwhelmingly rate dry traction as excellent, with most scores 9-10. High marks highlight responsive handling and reliable grip in dry conditions, ideal for all-season SUV performance.
June 17, 2019
4.6 out of 5
I notice a clear improvement in traction (dry and wet), significantly less road noise, a smoother ride, better grip on aggressive cornering (no more premature chirping) and generally a more confidence inspiring driving experience...
I swapped out my stock michelin touring all-seasons for this set after seeing glowing reviews. So far I have been extremely impressed. The old michelins were solid, but these are better in every way. I notice a clear improvement in traction (dry and wet), significantly less road noise, a smoother ride, better grip on aggressive cornering (no more premature chirping) and generally a more confidence inspiring driving experience. I look forward to testing their snow performance next winter, but just looking at the tread it's obvious they'll do better than a normal all-season. I have already recommended these to friends and family. So far they are the best tires I've had. Hopefully tread life will be reasonable.
Vehicle: 2015 Honda Crosstour V6 EX-L Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: RHINEBECK, NY Driving Style: Spirited
...I'm impressed with the dry handling, feels like the Q5 is on rails...
I live in northeast PA and these tires are just great on my Audi Q5 SUV. Much better overall than the Continental Cross Contact LX that came off. I'm impressed with the dry handling, feels like the Q5 is on rails. The snow traction for the PA winters with this tire is a WOW, great traction, handling, and stopping. There is just slight noise, less than the Continentals, and the ride is smooth. I will buy these gain. No complaints at all. This tire just does everything right for my Q5.
Vehicle: 2014 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium Miles Driven on Tires: 2,500 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: BEAVER MEADOWS, PA Driving Style: Spirited
Customers praise the Michelin CrossClimate SUV for excellent comfort, with most ride comfort scores at 9-10. High marks highlight a smooth, quiet driving experience, though a few note slightly elevated noise levels in specific conditions.
March 18, 2023
(Verified Purchase)
4.9 out of 5
...no road noisevery smooth comfortable ride
Great tire no road noise very smooth comfortable ride
Vehicle: 2013 Acura RDX Base FWD Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: CHARLOTTE, MI Driving Style: Easy Going
My auto mechanic son recommended Tirerack.com as it provides lots of detail and comparisons for choosing the perfect tire. I've had Michelin Latitude Tour & Premier in the past, but these Michelin Cross Climate tires are by far the BEST tire I've put on my vehicle! The v tread has phenomenal grip & makes handling in WI snow/icy conditions a breeze (main reason why I bought them), dry - great control, wet- great control/no hydroplaning, noise - very quiet, comfort - soft ride. The price is acceptable for the quality, along with Michelin's good deals. Tirerack.com delivered the tires directly to me in two days. I am very satisfied with the purchase and plan on researching tires on this website again for another vehicle. Thank you, Tirerack.com and Michelin!
Vehicle: 2010 Acura MDX Base Miles Driven on Tires: 500 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: SUN PRAIRIE, WI Driving Style: Spirited
Customers consistently rate the Michelin CrossClimate SUV's treadwear as excellent, with most scoring 9s and 10s for long-lasting durability. While a few lower scores exist, the majority highlight impressive mileage retention in all-season conditions.
April 11, 2019
(Verified Purchase)
4.5 out of 5
...I drive over 60k miles/year, so hopefully the tread-ware will be better than my last set of Michelin Premiers, which I pretty much hated.
So far, so good. I've been driving in a late-season winter storm the last couple of days, and the tires have performed very well. They go through snow, slush, and snowplow-ridges with zero issues. Glare ice is not so great, but I didn't expect much there, as these tires are not siped. Overall, pleasantly surprised with their snow performance and happy with my purchase. I drive over 60k miles/year, so hopefully the tread-ware will be better than my last set of Michelin Premiers, which I pretty much hated.
Vehicle: 2014 Ford Flex FWD SEL Miles Driven on Tires: 3,200 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: RICHFIELD, MN Driving Style: Average
...Yes, these are 1000 dollar tires but would you really spare any expense when your life depends on it? You feel like your driving on $1000 tires!...
These are the best tires I've ever owned! They're so good in fact if they made a high-speed version Id swap out the run-flats on my 2017 Camaro SS. These replaced a barely worn set of Goodyear Fortitude tires. The Fortitudes will send you off-roading, possibly into a tree or another vehicle. Fortitudes are total crap. Immediately my jeep felt like I had an upgraded suspension. I could not believe how well these tires respond on dry pavement. At 90mph the truck feels planted and solid, they inspire confidence. Yes, these are 1000 dollar tires but would you really spare any expense when your life depends on it? You feel like your driving on $1000 tires! In the snow, they're not bad. After all, they're all seasons not dedicated snow tires. Driving in the rain you have excellent stability with little to no hydroplaning. If you're on the fence because of the high price I'll leave you with this thought: old Chinese saying- "Buy the best and cry once".
Vehicle: 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4X4 Laredo X Package Miles Driven on Tires: 900 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: YONKERS, NY Driving Style: Spirited
The Unsung Heroes of the Daily Driver - 2025 Test 2 - With Winter Update(33:42)
For the second test of 2025, we took eleven more touring tires, seven carrying the 3-Peak Mountain Snowflake symbol, and put them through their paces on our Toyota Camry. Four of these tires are brand-new products just hitting the market. What are you waiting for? Press play to see how these tires compare and where they stack up amongst the tires from our two touring tests in 2024 in the updated 31-tire chart!
Testing Two Touring All-Season Tires 2019: Sumitomo HTR Enhance LX2(01:46)
The new Sumitomo HTR Enhance LX2 is designed to deliver a satisfying blend of performance. We tested it against some new and established competitors to see how it stacks up.
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