Michelin 16118 Defender LTX M/S2 255/65R19 114H XL All-Season Highway Tire

The Michelin Defender LTX M/S2 is a highway all-season tire designed to combine extended tread life with year-round capabilities for SUVs, pickup trucks, and crossover vehicles. Completely redesigned to meet the needs of today's larger and more powerful vehicles, the Defender LTX M/S2 offers the increased treadlife that modern drivers expect. This tire is also Electric Vehicle (EV) compatible.

Advanced Technology for Exceptional Performance:

• Features the Michelin Evertread 2.0 compound, an evolution specifically formulated to resist abrasion under high load and high torque conditions
• All-new symmetric tread design with closely spaced independent blocks provides additional depth and rigidity, while high-density 3D SipeLock technology maintains block cohesion in dry conditions and offers biting edges for all-season traction
• Piano™ Acoustic Tuning technology smooths out tire noise and disturbances, ensuring a quiet and comfortable drive
• Twin polyester body casing delivers stable, crisp steering response, while two steel belts provide reliability at highway speeds and a reinforcing polyamide cap ply enhances high-speed stability

Outstanding Treadlife and All-Season Safety:

• Best-in-class mileage delivering two extra years of treadlife compared to three leading competitive tires
• Excellent wet traction and hydroplaning resistance with confident grip in rainy conditions
• Strong winter traction in snow, though ice traction may vary in extreme cold conditions
• Smooth, quiet ride with high marks in noise reduction and comfort

This tire is backed by the Michelin Promise Plan, which includes a 60-day satisfaction guarantee, roadside assistance, and up to 70,000-mile mileage warranty. The 255/65R19 size features a 114H load index and speed rating with Extra Load (XL) capacity, making it ideal for modern SUVs and crossovers that demand both performance and durability.