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Michelin Defender 2
Shop the Michelin Defender 2 225/55R18 98V 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 225/55R18 Defender 2 is a popular replacement size for select Subaru Forester, Subaru Outback, Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX-5, Hyundai Tucson models.
Why choose the Michelin Defender 2 in 225/55R18?
Made for crossovers, family SUVs, and larger sedans: The 98 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 225/55R18 Michelin Defender 2
This tire size is commonly used on select trims of the Subaru Forester, Subaru Outback, Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX-5, and Hyundai Tucson, plus other vehicles equipped with 18-inch wheels.
Size and rating details
225/55R18: The tire size code identifies the section width, sidewall profile, and 18-inch wheel diameter.
98V: The load index and V speed rating are designed for responsive highway handling with a smooth, quiet ride.
SL BSW: Standard Load service with a black sidewall appearance.
| SECTION WIDTH Measures the width of the tire from sidewall to sidewall, which is mounted on a wheel and inflated. | 225 |
| ASPECT RATIO Determines the sidewall height of the tire, based on the width. | 55 |
| RIM DIAMETER Measures the rim size from top to bottom (in inches). | 18" |
| OVERALL DIAMETER Measures the tire height from top to bottom when mounted on a wheel and inflated. | 27.76" |
| RIM WIDTH RANGE The approved range of rim widths this tire can be safely mounted on. | 6.0" - 8.0" |
| WEIGHT The weight of the tire measured in pounds (weight of tire only). | 26 LBS |
| TREAD DEPTH Measured in /32 of an inch to determine the height of the tread block from top to bottom. | 10/32" |
| LOAD INDEX Determines the weight a tire can carry at maximum air pressure. See load Index chart. | 98 |
| LOAD RANGE Determines the ply rating of the tire. Should be replaced with the same or higher rating. | SL |
| MAX PSI The max psi is the highest pressure the tire can hold, but should be inflated to your vehicle specifications not exceeding this amount. | 51 PSI |
| SPEED RATING Designation from laboratory testing to determine the maximum speed the tire can travel. Maintain the same speed rating or higher for replacement. | Up to 149 mph |
| SIDEWALL DESC. The sidewall designation to describe the lettering on the sidewall. | Black Side Wall |
| WARRANTY Estimates the life expectancy of the tire, set by the tire manufacturer. | 80000 |
| VPN Vendor Product Number | 62509 |
| GTIN Global Trade Item Number | 049000165739 |
Customer Reviews
Very smooth quiet ride.
Don’t know about tread life yet cuz I haven’t had them that long b
While these are expensive tires, they have been worth every cent they cost!