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 (28:11)
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!
Customers praise the Sumitomo HTR Enhance LX2 for its smooth, quiet ride, with comfort scores consistently in the 8-10 range. Treadwear earns strong feedback, with many users noting impressive longevity for a grand touring all-season tire. Winter traction performs well in light snow, though some report mixed results on ice or in deeper snow. Wet conditions see reliable grip and hydroplaning resistance, with most ratings between 8-10. Dry traction and responsive handling are highlighted as standout strengths, aligning with its touring focus. A few note slightly faster wear in aggressive driving, but overall satisfaction remains high for balanced year-round performance.
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191 customers mention "Wet Traction"
175 positive
16 negative
The Sumitomo HTR Enhance LX2 earns strong wet traction scores, with most ratings between 8-10. Customers highlight confident wet grip and hydroplaning resistance, aligning with its Grand Touring All-Season design for reliable wet-weather performance.
March 08, 2025(Verified Purchase)
4.5 out of 5
...Quiet, smooth and amazing wet weather traction...
These are excellent tires. Quiet, smooth and amazing wet weather traction. Would purchase again for sure.
Vehicle: 2009 Chevrolet Malibu LS Miles Driven on Tires: 18,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: DILLSBURG, PA Driving Style: Easy Going
...exceptional grip on wet roads - have not hydroplaned in deep standing and heavy rainfall...
I replaced a set of Toyo Open Country that cost $400 each, with these tires and found them to have a smooth ride, exceptional grip on wet roads - have not hydroplaned in deep standing and heavy rainfall, and quiet ride for about half the price. I have gravel roads as well as paved roads with several different driving conditions at times in the same week and hands down, these tires have out preformed the Toyo tires when they were new. As I've only driven 1,000 miles on these I can't tell how long the tread will last but they still look new and handle the as they did when mounted.
Vehicle: 2013 Nissan Titan Crew Cab PRO-4X Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: STILWELL, OK Driving Style: Spirited
The Sumitomo HTR Enhance LX2 delivers excellent winter traction, with many customers scoring 9s and 10s in snow and ice performance. While most praise its confident grip, a few note lower scores (5-7) in icy conditions, suggesting variability in extreme winter scenarios.
214 customers mention "Dry Traction"
208 positive
6 negative
Customers rate the Sumitomo HTR Enhance LX2's dry traction highly, with most scoring 9s and 10s. High marks highlight responsive handling and reliable grip in dry conditions, aligning well with its Grand Touring All-Season design for confident everyday driving.
November 01, 2023(Verified Purchase)
4.5 out of 5
...Also, just yesterday, I had to get away from somebody that wanted my lane more than I did. I had to do an instant 70 mph lane change and these tires performed beautifully.
I mount and balance my own tires. I lined up the dot with the valve stem and these needed almost no weight to balance. I probably could've just left them as mounted with no weights added at all. I've had to use more weight to balance a motorcycle tire in the past. Also, just yesterday, I had to get away from somebody that wanted my lane more than I did. I had to do an instant 70 mph lane change and these tires performed beautifully.
Vehicle: 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP Sedan Miles Driven on Tires: 3,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: GAINESVILLE, FL Driving Style: Spirited
A lot of spinning out on wet roads when starting out. Tread feels very hard which is probably why. They are very good on dry roads, but would not purchase again.
Vehicle: 2010 Mazda Mazda5 Grand Touring Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: PHOENIXVILLE, PA Driving Style: Average
This tire is slightly larger and has a stiffer sidewall than the oem tire size but it has vastly improved the cars handling...
This tire is slightly larger and has a stiffer sidewall than the oem tire size but it has vastly improved the cars handling and has been significantly better on tread wear. They leave a bit left to be desired in wet conditions but just take it easy and it’s fine. They perform about as good as you can expect an all season to perform in the snow but they aren’t hopeless if you have experience in wintry conditions. I haven’t exactly been easy on these tires and they’ve held up really well. Pleasantly surprised
Vehicle: 2019 Mitsubishi Mirage Hatchback LE Miles Driven on Tires: 35,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: WOODBURY, NJ Driving Style: Spirited
Customers praise the Sumitomo HTR Enhance LX2's excellent ride comfort, with most scoring 8-10 for smoothness and refined handling. Noise levels also earn strong ratings (7-10), though a few note slightly higher noise. Overall, it delivers the quiet, comfortable experience expected from a Grand Touring All-Season tire.
December 02, 2023(Verified Purchase)
4.8 out of 5
...I'm well satisfied with ware, comfort, and price...
I bought these tires based on reviews and price on your site. I only ordered 2 for the front of my vehicle. The Sumitomo appeared the best bang for the buck. It's been a year, need to order 2 more for the front and roll these to the back. I'm well satisfied with ware, comfort, and price. Thank you for helping keep prices down. Just my opinion, but our economy is in the tank and any savings is a blessing...
Vehicle: 2003 Acura MDX Miles Driven on Tires: 16,211 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: NEW BERN, NC Driving Style: Easy Going
...Improvement in ride quality and road noise over OEM tires...
Way better than expected. Immediately noticed improvement in ride quality and road noise over OEM tires. Very happy with them, would recommend and would buy again.
Vehicle: 2019 Ford EcoSport FWD Titanium Miles Driven on Tires: 500 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: RICHLANDS, NC Driving Style: Average
...The change in the ride, handling and noise was IMMEDIATELY obvious that I had made a good choice...
We have two 2019 Subaru Foresters. My wife drives a long winding road down to her volunteer work and her tires were replaced last year. (Continentals at the dealer, 70,000 mile warranty, wheels aligned, $1155!) I still had some tread on mine so I waited. The Sumitomo was on my short list and when Tire Rack put them on sale. I clicked the buy button. The change in the ride, handling and noise was IMMEDIATELY obvious that I had made a good choice. And, so far, gas mileage shows about 1.5 miles gallon more than the Falken OEM. Plus, I did it all for $748, tires, mounting, alignment and the same 70,000 mile warranty as my wife's Continentals.
Vehicle: 2019 Subaru Forester Sport Miles Driven on Tires: 150 Driving Conditions: All City Location: LOVELAND, OH Driving Style: Average
Most customers rate the Sumitomo HTR Enhance LX2's treadwear highly with scores of 9s and 10s, praising its long-lasting all-season performance. A few lower ratings note variability, but the majority commend impressive tread life for grand touring use.
February 12, 2025(Verified Purchase)
4.5 out of 5
...Tread wear lower than I would have expected at this point...
Tires have held up well in first year. Tread wear lower than I would have expected at this point. Good value.
Vehicle: 2015 Toyota Prius v Four Miles Driven on Tires: 9,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly City Location: SAN FRANCISCO, CA Driving Style: Average
These are wearing so much better than the Firestone Champions I had on here previously. The tread life is lasting much longer...
These are wearing so much better than the Firestone Champions I had on here previously. The tread life is lasting much longer. These tires are great, I highly recommend them, and if I need new tires again for this van these are the tires I’ll be getting.
Vehicle: 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT Miles Driven on Tires: 12,500 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: LEAGUE CITY, TX Driving Style: Average
The Unsung Heroes of the Daily Driver - 2025 Test 2 (28:11)
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!
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