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Michelin Defender 2
Shop the Michelin Defender 2 225/60R17 99H SL BSW, an all-season tire built for drivers who want long tread life, confident wet and dry braking, and a quiet, comfortable ride. This 225/60R17 Defender 2 is a popular replacement size for select Subaru Outback, Subaru Forester, Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Ford Escape, Hyundai Tucson models.
Why choose the Michelin Defender 2 in 225/60R17?
Made for sedans, wagons, and compact SUVs: The 99 load index and SL construction are tuned for comfortable everyday passenger-car and crossover driving.
Long-lasting tread life: Defender 2 is backed by Michelin's 80,000-mile limited treadwear warranty.
Quiet, comfortable daily driving: Piano Acoustic Tuning helps reduce pattern noise for a smoother commute, errand run, or road trip.
All-season confidence: Full-depth 3-D SipeLock technology and circumferential grooves help support traction in wet and dry conditions.
Popular vehicle fitments for 225/60R17 Michelin Defender 2
This tire size is commonly used on select trims of the Subaru Outback, Subaru Forester, Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Ford Escape, and Hyundai Tucson, plus other vehicles equipped with 17-inch wheels.
Size and rating details
225/60R17: The tire size code identifies the section width, sidewall profile, and 17-inch wheel diameter.
99H: The load index and H speed rating are designed for balanced highway comfort and everyday all-season touring.
SL BSW: Standard Load service with a black sidewall appearance.
225/60-R17
Michelin Defender 2 FAQs
Yes, Michelin lists a 80,000-mile limited treadwear warranty for the Defender 2 when four tires are installed in size 225/60R17.
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