The Encounter HT2 is Sumitomo's Highway All-Season tire for drivers of pickups, SUVs, crossovers and full-sized vans looking for dependable year-round traction with a smooth, quiet ride. Built to balance the needs of the daily commute with the cross-country trip, the Encounter HT2 is engineered to deliver traction for dry, wet and wintry driving conditions, even in light snow.
The all-season compound is molded into an optimized, symmetric tread design built to provide simple rotation options, even tread wear and stable dry, dynamic handling traits. Smooth, curved shoulder grooves help trap airborne noise in the pattern for a quiet, comfortable ride. Wide, interconnected circumferential grooves help channel water from the footprint for enhanced hydroplaning resistance and confidence in inclement weather. Wave-shaped lateral sipes integrated into the robust tread blocks help create stable, biting edges for traction on wet and wintry roads.
Internal construction of the Encounter HT2 features a two-ply polyester casing with a reinforced bead apex designed to increase durability and control in high-load conditions. High-strength, twin steel belts are covered by a full-width, jointless polyamide cap ply for high-speed stability.
El neumático Encounter HT2 de Sumitomo pertenece a la categoría: Autopista Para Toda Estación y fueron desarrollados para conductores de picops, vehículos utilitarios deportivos (SUV, por sus siglas en inglés), utiliautos (crossovers) y furgonetas grandes, que buscan una tracción confiable durante todas las estaciones del año y un andar parejo y tranquilo. Diseñado para equilibrar las necesidades del viaje diario al trabajo con el viaje a campo traviesa, el Encounter HT2, fue fabricado para proporcionar tracción en condiciones secas, mojadas e invernales, incluyendo superficies con poca nieve.
El compuesto de caucho para toda estación es moldeado en un diseño simétrico optimizado y construido para una rotación sencilla, proporcionar un desgaste parejo y una maniobrabilidad dinámica y estable en condiciones secas. Ranuras curvadas y parejas en los hombros ayudan a disminuir el ruido, obteniendo un andar confortable y tranquilo. Canales circunferenciales anchos interconectados ayudan a evacuar el agua del área de contacto con la carretera, mejorando así, la resistencia al deslizamiento sobre agua (hydroplaning) y proporcionando mayor confianza al manejar en climas inclementes. Pequeñas ranuras laterales en forma de olas, integradas en los bloques robustos de la huella, ayudan a crear bordes adherentes estables, mejorando la tracción en carreteras mojadas o en condiciones invernales.
La construcción interna del Encounter HT2 posee una estructura de dos capas de poliéster, reforzadas con un alambre del aro o talón, diseñado para aumentar la durabilidad y control en condiciones con cargas pesadas. Correas gemelas de acero de alta resistencia son cubiertas en toda su anchura y una capa de poliamida ayudan a mejorar la estabilidad a velocidades elevadas.
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Warranty summary for replacement tires purchased on or after 01/01/25 (1 of 2)
Treadwear:5 Years / 60,000 Miles N/A if rear tire size is different than front
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:30 Day Test Drive, 2 Year Roadside
Additional Information:(1) Consult warranty booklet for consumer claim info, Sumitomo will not process tires directly.
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.
The Sumitomo Encounter HT2, a contender in the Highway All-Season tire arena, caught the attention of our team and we decided to test it against a couple of similar tires to see how it performed.
Our evaluation used 2022 Ford Explorer ST test vehicles fitted with new, full tread depth 265/60R18 tires mounted on 18x8.0 wheels.
Ratings data demonstrates the Sumitomo Encounter HT2 excels as a Highway All-Season tire, with strong scores across key categories. Treadwear receives consistent praise, with many users highlighting long tread life even under regular highway use. Ride comfort stands out for smoothness and low noise levels, contributing to a relaxed driving experience. Winter traction earns positive marks for reliable snow performance, though a few lower ice traction scores suggest caution in extreme conditions. Wet traction scores emphasize confident hydroplaning resistance and grip in rainy weather. Dry traction and responsive handling are frequently described as precise and stable, aligning well with the tire's intended highway-focused design.
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49 customers mention "Wet Traction"
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0 negative
Most customers rate wet traction highly with scores of 9-10, noting reliable wet braking and hydroplaning resistance. A few scores of 7-8, but overall performance excels for all-season highway use.
June 09, 2023(Verified Purchase)
4.3 out of 5
...They are loud when compared with others, but I find they provide excellent traction in rain and snow...
This is my second set and I refused to consider anything else. They are loud when compared with others, but I find they provide excellent traction in rain and snow, and lasted me about 60,000 miles with regular rotation
...Good tire, great traction and response on dry and wet roads...
About a thousand miles so far. Good tire, great traction and response on dry and wet roads. Low noise, but can be heard if you shut off the radio. Worth the lower price compared to American named companies.
Vehicle: 2017 Honda Ridgeline AWD RTL-T Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: WATERTOWN, WI Driving Style: Average
Most customers rate snow and deep snow traction highly with scores 8-10, delivering reliable winter performance. Ice traction sees mostly 7-10 ratings, though a few lower scores indicate varied experiences in icy conditions.
September 18, 2024(Verified Purchase)
4.8 out of 5
...traction on cold icy conditions has been extremely gripping.
These tires are a perfect choice for the average commuter in an SUV type Vehical . My wife has been extremely happy, all seasons of driving have given a great testing for these tires. They have never left her stranded, and they wear beautifully. Even without studs, traction on cold icy conditions has been extremely gripping.
Vehicle: 2012 Kia Sorento LX Miles Driven on Tires: 50,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: FRANKLINVILLE, NY Driving Style: Spirited
Surprisingly competent in snow (on an AWD CRV), but no surprise that snow tires are better in heavy snow...
Surprisingly competent in snow (on an AWD CRV), but no surprise that snow tires are better in heavy snow. Good, quiet ride. They don’t squeal when you push hard on dry road. Will buy these again, and will try a set on my Sentra when it’s time for replacement.
...I think they handle well in snow and sand w/o too much highway noise...
Been buying this tire or it's previous rev for the past 8 yrs. I think they handle well in snow and sand w/o too much highway noise. seem to last me well
Vehicle: 2013 Toyota Tacoma 4wd Double Cab Miles Driven on Tires: 500 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ Driving Style: Spirited
Most customers rate dry traction between 9-10, highlighting excellent grip and responsive handling. Even scores of 7-8 reflect solid performance, ensuring drivers remain highly satisfied on highways.
September 25, 2024(Verified Purchase)
3.5 out of 5
...This newer version tire exhibits a considerable performance improvement in both wet and dry conditions... All wet or dry, I get crisper response to steering input, more stable under cornering and controllable under braking...
I bought this set of tires to replace the earlier version of the same tire that served me well for about 50,000 miles. The previous set of tires still had legal tread depth but were getting pretty slick feeling in wet weather. This newer version tire is a exhibits a considerable performance improvement in both wet and dry conditions. That is quite a trick as I would have guessed the shallower tread depth of a worn tire would provide better dry performance. All wet or dry, I get crisper response to steering input, more stable under cornering and controllable under braking. Tread wear is not a huge issue for me if a tire works well, but these look like they will go a long way at this time.
Vehicle: 2007 Toyota Tundra 2wd Double Cab Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: SAINT SIMONS ISLAND, GA Driving Style: Spirited
Customers give strong ratings for the Encounter HT2's ride quality and noise comfort, with most scoring 9s and 10s. High scores highlight smooth handling and quiet operation, excelling in its highway all-season category for a refined driving experience.
March 28, 2025(Verified Purchase)
4.5 out of 5
...Comfort is great, noise is low, handling is great...
These tires have been on my 4Runner for over 7 years and over 60k miles, they seem to last forever. Comfort is great, noise is low, handling is great, no problem on light snow, never felt like hydroplaning was a risk, lateral cornering on wet on spirited driving has made the rear slip slightly but recovers quickly and never felt like actually losing control. For the price these tires are fantastic. I bought them because I wanted to save money and at the time felt like taking a gamble. But now that the time to replace them is approaching I am seriously considering getting another set. They are cheap compared to others, but they are definitely not low quality or low performing by any means.
Vehicle: 2014 Toyota 4Runner V6 Limited Miles Driven on Tires: 60,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: FOLCROFT, PA Driving Style: Average
In stock, received in just a few days, plus they were on sale. Water on road, they cut right thru with no hydroplaning. Light snow, my vehicle has electronic AWD. You kick it in and the front wheels dig in, the front rises, and you take off. Comfort is great, mileage is off the chart. These replaced the same tire only an earlier version. Old ones had 87,500 miles and not to wear bars, but they were 6 years old so I replaced them. For highway/city driving this tire is the best.
Vehicle: 2005 Buick Rainier CXL AWD Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: JESUP, IA Driving Style: Easy Going
Customers consistently rate the Sumitomo Encounter HT2's treadwear as excellent, with most scoring 9s and 10s. High scores highlight strong tread life and reliable performance for highway all-season use, reinforcing its reputation for long-lasting capability.
February 16, 2023(Verified Purchase)
4 out of 5
Good wear...
Good wear, good traction, tires don’t make much noise cornering.
Vehicle: 2017 Honda CR-V AWD Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: ELKVIEW, WV Driving Style: Average
...I got 60,000 miles on the first set and still did not wear down to the warning bars...
This is the second set of this tire I have used, although this appears to be a slightly different designation "HT2". I can see no obvious differences between the two sets. I got 60,000 miles on the first set and still did not wear down to the warning bars. I highly value wet weather performance and was satisfied with the performance of the first set, so I did not seriously research an alternate selection. I appreciate the very recent date codes on the tires as I do not put as many miles on my truck as I used to, and I do not like to use tires older than 5 years for expressway speeds with sometimes heavy loads and trailer towing.
Vehicle: 2007 Toyota Tundra 2wd Double Cab Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: ST SIMONS, GA Driving Style: Spirited
The Sumitomo Encounter HT2, a contender in the Highway All-Season tire arena, caught the attention of our team and we decided to test it against a couple of similar tires to see how it performed.
Our evaluation used 2022 Ford Explorer ST test vehicles fitted with new, full tread depth 265/60R18 tires mounted on 18x8.0 wheels.
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