Michelin 953 Defender2 205/50R17 93H XL All-Season Touring Tire

The Michelin Defender2 is Michelin's longest-lasting all-season touring tire, completely redesigned for passenger cars, CUVs, SUVs, and minivans. Built around Michelin's MaxTouch 2.0 technology and an advanced EverTread 2.0 compound, this tire delivers an outstanding balance of tread longevity, all-weather traction, and a comfortable, quiet ride.

Key Features:

• 80,000-Mile Treadwear Warranty — Michelin's longest-lasting tire, outlasting competitive tires by up to 25,000 miles on treadwear testing
• MaxTouch 2.0 Technology — Distributes contact forces evenly across the tread to maximize tread life mile after mile
• EverTread 2.0 Compound — Advanced tread compound engineered for long-lasting durability and consistent performance
• Locking 3-D Sipes — Provide hundreds of biting edges for enhanced grip and shorter stopping distances on wet and dry pavement
• Circumferential Grooves & Wide Channels — Direct water away from the contact patch for reliable wet-weather traction and light snow performance
• Symmetric Tread Design — Allows rotation in any direction for even tread wear and extended tire life
• Extra Load (XL) Rated — Supports higher load capacities for fully loaded passenger vehicles
• Black Sidewall (BSW) — Clean, classic appearance
• UTQG 840 B B — Exceptional treadwear rating with good traction and temperature grades

The Michelin Defender2 in size 205/50R17 carries a load index of 93 (1,433 lbs) and an H speed rating (up to 130 mph). With a tread depth of 10/32" and a 10.5/32" new tread depth on the Defender2 platform, this tire is backed by the Michelin Promise Plan™, which includes a 60-Day Satisfaction Guarantee, Roadside Assistance, and the manufacturer's limited treadwear warranty.