MichelinDefender 2205 /55 R16 91H SL BSW

Shop the Michelin Defender 2 205/55R16 91H 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 205/55R16 Defender 2 is a popular replacement size for select Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Hyundai Elantra, Mazda3, Volkswagen Jetta, Kia Forte models.

Why choose the Michelin Defender 2 in 205/55R16?

• Made for sedans, minivans, and compact crossovers: The 91 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 205/55R16 Michelin Defender 2

This tire size is commonly used on select trims of the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Hyundai Elantra, Mazda3, Volkswagen Jetta, and Kia Forte, plus other vehicles equipped with 16-inch wheels.

Size and rating details

• 205/55R16: The tire size code identifies the section width, sidewall profile, and 16-inch wheel diameter.

• 91H: 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.