The Defender2 is Michelin's Standard Touring All-Season tire built for drivers of coupes, sedans, crossover, SUVs and minivans, looking for a dependable tire with reliable year-round traction. Defender2 tires are built to combine long, durable tread life with capable all-season performance in dry, wet and wintry conditions, even in light snow.
The all-season compound is molded into a symmetric tread design allowing for flexible rotation patterns, helping manage block wear and maintain a smooth, quiet ride. Interconnected tread elements minimize airborne noise and help ensure a stable footprint for predictable handing in dynamic maneuvers. Wide, circumferential grooves provide ample pass-through volume and channel water from generous lateral notches for enhanced hydroplaning resistance. Carefully integrated lateral and longitudinal sipes help provide biting edges and grip on slippery pavement for confidence in inclement weather and wintry roads.
Internal construction of the Defender2 consists of a single-ply casing with a high turn-up ply design to maintain durability while preserving ride comfort. Twin steel belts provide a robust foundation for the tread and are reinforced by a polyamide cap ply for stability at high speeds.
El neumático Defender2 de Michelin pertenece a la categoría: Turismo Estándar Para Toda Estación y fue fabricado para conductores de autos cupé, sedán, utiliautos (crossover), vehículos utilitarios deportivos (SUV, por sus siglas en inglés) y minivans, que desean un neumático con tracción confiable durante todas las estaciones del año. El Defender2 ha sido diseñado para combinar un desgaste lento y durabilidad, con buen rendimiento durante todo el año en condiciones secas, mojadas e invernales, incluyendo superficies con poca nieve.
El compuesto de caucho para toda estación es moldeado en una huella con patrón simétrico, que permite una rotación flexible, lo cual ayuda a manejar el desgaste de los bloques y mantener un manejo parejo y tranquilo. Elementos interconectados en la huella disminuyen el ruido y ayudan a asegurar una huella estable, la cual, proporciona un manejo predecible en maniobras dinámicas. Ranuras circunferenciales anchas permiten pasar gran cantidad de agua a canales laterales, y así proporcionar mayor resistencia al deslizamiento sobre agua (hydroplaning). Pequeñas ranuras laterales y longitudinales integradas, ayudan a proporcionar bordes adherentes y tracción sobre pavimento resbaloso, proporcionando mayor confianza en climas inclementes y durante el invierno.
La construcción interna del Defender2 posee una estructura con una capa de bordes altos diseñados para mantener durabilidad y mantener un andar confortable. Correas gemelas de acero proporcionan una fundación robusta para la huella, y son reforzadas con una capa de poliamida que proporciona estabilidad a velocidades elevadas.
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Treadwear:6 Years / 80,000 Miles 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
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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 Defender2
Premium Touring Tires: Elevating the Journey - 2024 Test 8 - With Winter Update (28:51)
Ultra High Performance All-Season tires are the best of the best when it comes to maximizing warm-weather traction while maintaining four-season usability. In this test, we compare 9 tires from this category to see what stands out and what leaves more to be desired.
Feedback patterns show the Michelin Defender2 excels in treadwear, with many customers noting long-lasting performance and minimal wear concerns. Ride comfort receives strong praise for smoothness and low noise levels, contributing to a relaxed driving experience. Winter traction is generally reliable in light snow, though a few reports mention reduced confidence on ice. Wet traction stands out with consistent 9-10 scores for grip and hydroplaning resistance. Dry handling is rated highly for stability and responsive steering, aligning well with its all-season touring purpose. Overall, customers highlight balanced performance across key categories, with tread life and comfort as standout features.
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Most customers give the Michelin Defender2 excellent wet traction scores of 9-10, praising its hydroplaning resistance and confident grip in rain. A few 7-8 ratings suggest minor variability, but overall performance excels in all-season conditions.
January 27, 2024(Verified Purchase)
4.9 out of 5
...The tires make me feel secure as I ride on wet surfaces...
I already had a set of Michelin Defender on two other vehicles . The tires make me feel secure as I ride on wet surfaces. When I purchased the 24 Civic for my grandson . My wife told me to look up on Tire Rack the price for a set of Michelin Defenders for my grandson’s Civic. Can’t go wrong with Michelin Defender and can’t go wrong buying them from Tire Rack.
Vehicle: 2024 Honda Civic Sedan LX Miles Driven on Tires: 500 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: EL PASO, TX Driving Style: Average
...The wet weather grip is much improved from stock tires...
Its a very quiet tire, and has changed the feel of the van. The wet weather grip is much improved from stock tires. Dry weather grip is good and cornering feels better on off ramps etc.
Vehicle: 2016 Toyota Sienna FWD XLE Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: AUSTIN, TX Driving Style: Average
Most customers rate snow and deep snow traction as excellent with 9s and 10s. Ice traction shows strong performance with scores between 7-10, though some variability exists. Winter capabilities align well with all-season expectations.
December 21, 2024(Verified Purchase)
4.9 out of 5
...It rides very nice and I feel confident when it is snowing out...
My sister recommended this purchase and I am so happy she did. I trust this brand and this particular tire. It rides very nice and I feel confident when it is snowing out. It wears very well.
Vehicle: 2015 Chrysler Town and Country Touring Miles Driven on Tires: 8,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: HOLT, MI Driving Style: Average
...Great handling, stopping, grip and responsiveness in rain, sleet, snow, and icy conditions...
This set replaced the OEM tires on my car after 30k miles. They have only been on my car for a little over a 1 month, but thanks to our midwestern "false spring" and "second winter" weather, I've gotten to experience them in several different conditions. Immediately noticed a significant improvement in both road noise and general handling. Great handling, stopping, grip and responsiveness in rain, sleet, snow, and icy conditions. I've put 2 sets of Michelin Defenders on my previous vehicle, putting over 200k on that vehicle, which is still going strong with those tires still in place. I was consistently very happy with the tread life and overall handling of those tires, and so far having a similar experience with these Defender 2s.
Vehicle: 2019 Honda Civic Hatchback EX Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: ROSSFORD, OH Driving Style: Spirited
Customers overwhelmingly rate the Michelin Defender2's dry traction between 9-10, praising responsive handling and reliable grip. High scores highlight excellent performance in dry conditions, with consistent feedback emphasizing confident control and stability for all-season touring use.
April 01, 2025(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5
...stopping ability is great
great tire very smooth on the highway, very quit, stopping ability is great
Vehicle: 2018 Cadillac XT5 AWD Miles Driven on Tires: 8,085 Driving Conditions: Mostly City Location: HYDE PARK, MA Driving Style: Easy Going
...For comfort, quietness, an added sense of security and low maintenance, these are the best set of tires I have owned, which include Michelin Pilots AS and Pirelli Zeros and Cinturatos on previous Audis...
More than suitable for heavy EVs so don't fall for the "designed for EVs" marketing slogans. These Defender 2s are significantly better than the stock Goodyear Eagles, which only lasted 18,000 miles. For comfort, quietness, an added sense of security and low maintenance, these are the best set of tires I have owned, which include Michelin Pilots AS and Pirelli Zeros and Cinturatos on previous Audis. I have owned the Defender 2s for about 8 months and have had ZERO low tire pressure warning lights flashing on. The wear on the tires is also minimal so I expect these to last for years of trouble-free driving. Great tires and great, glitchless purchase from Tire Rack.
Vehicle: 2019 Audi e-tron 55 quattro Miles Driven on Tires: 9,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: WAYLAND, MA Driving Style: Average
Most customers rate comfort as excellent, with scores of 9-10 highlighting a smooth, quiet ride. High marks in noise reduction and vibration absorption reinforce its touring-focused refinement.
February 08, 2025(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5
Good price and smooth comfortable and very quiet tire...
Good price and smooth comfortable and very quiet tire. Handles very well in wet conditions and has good traction.
Vehicle: 2019 Toyota Camry V6 XSE Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: FORT PIERCE, FL Driving Style: Average
These are smooth-riding, quiet tires. There is nothing worse than to have my drive ruined by an irregularity in the ride of my tires, and these tires are just a joy.
These are really smooth-riding, quiet tires. There is nothing worse than to have my drive ruined by an irregularity in the ride of my tires, and these tires are just a joy.
Vehicle: 2015 Honda Accord Sedan Sport Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: GENEVA, NY Driving Style: Average
...Comfortable tire with promise of long treadlife and decent performance.
Solid tire for basic (i.e. non-sporty) crossover driving. Wet traction slightly worse than OEM primacy but not offensive. Comfortable tire with promise of long treadlife and decent performance.
Vehicle: 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid AWD SEL Convenience Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: APEX, NC Driving Style: Average
Customers overwhelmingly rate the Defender2's treadwear as excellent, with most scores at 9s and 10s. High marks highlight impressive longevity and consistent performance in all-season touring use, with minimal reports of wear concerns.
July 02, 2025(Verified Purchase)
4.8 out of 5
...The original tires were Bridgestones and didn't wear well only 32,000
Had them on my MDX and my wife needed tires on her Lexus RX 350 so we tried them they are great!!! The original tires were Bridgestones and didn’t wear well only 32,000
Vehicle: 2016 Toyota Highlander AWD XLE Miles Driven on Tires: 43,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: PITTSBURGH, PA Driving Style: Average
I have 10k miles on these tires and they still look brand new. I rotate them every 5k miles and they are wearing perfectly even.
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Vehicle: 2013 Honda Pilot Touring Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: STATEN ISLAND, NY Driving Style: Average
Premium Touring Tires: Elevating the Journey - 2024 Test 8 - With Winter Update (28:51)
Ultra High Performance All-Season tires are the best of the best when it comes to maximizing warm-weather traction while maintaining four-season usability. In this test, we compare 9 tires from this category to see what stands out and what leaves more to be desired.
The Unsung Heroes of the Daily Driver – 2024 Test 4 With Winter Update (29:18)
Ten touring all-season tires built to handle everyday commuters’ needs take their turn on a car built to do the same, a 2025 Toyota Camry. Our testing team assesses strengths and tradeoffs and ranks them top-to-bottom to help you determine which is right for you. This updated version includes our 2024 winter testing!
The Michelin Defender2 is a Standard Touring All-Season tire built for drivers of coupes, sedans, crossover, SUVs, and minivans, looking for a dependable tire with reliable year-round traction.
Testing Standard Touring All-Season Tires: Michelin Defender2 (1:57)
The Michelin Defender2 is the latest entry into the Standard Touring All-Season category, so our team put it up against two other previously tested and highly ranked competitors.
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