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Defender2 TIRE REVIEW

There are 1157 reviews for the Defender2

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4.7/5
93 %
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Review Summary

The Michelin Defender 2 tires offer a mix of positive and negative attributes. Positives include excellent grip and handling, especially in wet and snowy conditions, a smooth and quiet ride, and long tread life and durability. However, some customers have reported decreased fuel efficiency, a rough and bumpy ride quality, and premature wear not meeting the warranty. Overall, the tires provide good traction and handling, but customers should be aware of the potential impact on fuel economy and ride quality.

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  • Brand NEW Michelin Defender 2 Tires on 2017 Subaru Outback Quiet Ride First Day.
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Posted On May 29, 2026 by Jim29
5/5
I recommend this tire

Michelin: If you want the best tire made!

I have used Michelin tires on numerous vehicles since I bought my first set in 1968. Handling is superior to any other tire I’ve used. I’ve even used them without balancing them without experiencing vibrations so I think they are quite precisely constructed. If vehicle is in alignment and rotation is done these Defender 2 tires will wear longer than the 80,000 mile warranty. Michelin tires have improved the ride of every vehicle I’ve put them on. Currently I own two vehicles, 2017 Toyota Sienna and 2024 Nissan Ariya both of which have Defender 2 tires on them and significantly add to the quietness and ride quality of both vehicles.

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Posted On June 28, 2026 by Bob27
Collected by Bazaarvoice
5/5

Great tires

All weather handling is great. Wear is good

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Posted On June 27, 2026 by Ben74
Collected by Bazaarvoice
4/5

Pneux silencieux!

Très bon pneus, ils sont très silencieux, le freinage est court, la réaction sur l'eau est excellente. Par contre c'est dommage que ce soit un pneu 4 saisons plutôt que d'été.

Vehicle: Buick Encore
Posted On June 24, 2026 by Mark35
Collected by Bazaarvoice
5/5

We love our Defender 2 tires.

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Posted On June 24, 2026 by WallE
Collected by Bazaarvoice
5/5
I recommend this tire

Great tires at a very fair price.

I believe the tires were a very good purchase . a great tire and a very fair price . with my electric car they hold up very well give gray traction and stability .

Value of Product
5
Safety
5
Quality of Product
5
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Posted On June 23, 2026 by Moose
Collected by Bazaarvoice
5/5
I recommend this tire

2nd set on SUV both in town and hwy. I only run Michelin on all my vehicles . They have proven best ride and performance .

Rides like a dream on EQUINOX V-6 . Tread wear even with rotation . Holds up to unforeseen pot holes. 2nd set wouldn’t run anything else .

Value of Product
5
Safety
5
Quality of Product
5
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Posted On June 23, 2026 by ray
Collected by Bazaarvoice
5/5
I recommend this tire

j'ai acheter pour mon ford edge et j'ai pour l'auto de ma conjointe car je suis tres satifait du rendement

Performance
5
Safety
5
Safety
5
Appearance
5
Vehicle: toyota matrix matrix
Posted On June 23, 2026 by mimi00
Collected by Bazaarvoice
5/5
I recommend this tire

Adhérence sous la pluie

Je suis revenu aux Michelin ce printemps. J'ai remarqué une nette différence sous la pluie et je me sens en sécurité.

Performance
5
Safety
5
Safety
5
Appearance
5
Vehicle: Toyota RAV4
Posted On June 22, 2026 by Nuge
Collected by Bazaarvoice
5/5

Great tires.

They make my car feel like a brand new car. Beautiful ride, handles the road very well.

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Posted On June 20, 2026 by Joe1747
Collected by Bazaarvoice
5/5
I recommend this tire

Nice new tires

Noticed quieter & smoother ride immediately but that may just be the difference between my Hankook’s with 5/32” tread vs. these with 10.5/32” tread.

Value of Product
5
Safety
5
Quality of Product
5
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Posted On June 20, 2026 by Luc
Collected by Bazaarvoice
4/5

Bon achat !

Excellente tenue de route, roulement très doux, plus bruyant qu’un pneu d’été cependant.

Vehicle: Hoda HRV sport