Michelin Defender LTX M/S

Test reports — summarized by us for you

• satisfactory (3,1)

  Conclusion: Testing highlighted reactive steering and a pleasant amount of on-road comfort. Drawbacks included wet and winter traction would be the first things. | Note: Ranked 4th out of 7

  Tire Rack Touring All-Season Tire Test (November 2025) · 215/55R17
• Tyre Reviewsadequate (3,7)

  Conclusion: Testing highlighted best rolling resistance and very strong on snow and subjective wet feel, with calm, and easy-to-drive behaviour noted across surfaces. Drawbacks included wet and dry braking were both near the back, and it was the loudest tire on the external noise test. Also, expensive. | Note: Ranked 5th out of 7

  Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested · 265/65 R18 116T
• poor (4,6)

  Conclusion: The Michelin Defender2 serves as a good reference point for the Standard Touring category, providing a decent ride that absorbs small bumps well, though with some excess body motion. The steering is precise but can feel sluggish at low speeds. On the track, its performance is limited by a lack of ultimate grip in both wet and dry conditions, leading to frequent and significant understeer, making emergency maneuvers a handful. In winter conditions, it struggled significantly compared to the group, with the longest braking distances and difficulty applying power. | Note: Ranked 10th out of 11

  2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test · 215/55 R17 94H