Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 vs Michelin Defender LTX M/S
Side-by-side comparison of two All Season tires to help you decide which is the better fit for your vehicle and budget.
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Specifications Comparison
| Spec | Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 |
Michelin Defender LTX M/S |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | ★★★★★ 4.7/5 | ★★★★★ 4.8/5 |
| Reviews | 7,200 | 3,240 |
| Starting Price | $80.12 | $169.99 |
| Category | All Season | All Season |
| Treadwear Rating | 640 | 800 |
| Traction | A | A |
| Temperature | A | A |
| Warranty | 60,000 mi | 70,000 mi |
| Available Sizes | 30 | 30 |
Quick Verdict
Michelin Defender LTX M/S wins in 3 of 4 key categories (rating, treadwear, warranty, price).
Key Features
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2
- Winter Reactive Technology
- Evolving Traction Grooves
- Wet Braking zone
- 60,000-mile warranty
Michelin Defender LTX M/S
- MaxTouch Construction
- Evertread Compound
- IntelliSipe Technology
Best Prices
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2
| Priority Tire | $80.12 |
| Tire Rack | $80.22 |
| Discount Tire | $80.46 |
Michelin Defender LTX M/S
| Priority Tire | $169.99 |
| Priority Tire | $171.60 |
| Sam's Club | $176.37 |
Common Sizes (22)
215/60R16
215/70R16
235/70R16
245/75R16
215/55R17
215/65R17
225/55R17
225/65R17
225/45R17
225/50R17
235/65R17
245/65R17
265/65R17
265/70R17
225/55R18
225/60R18
235/60R18
235/45R18
245/60R18
255/65R18
255/70R18
235/55R19
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better: Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 or Michelin Defender LTX M/S?
The Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 has a 4.7/5 rating from 7,200 reviews, while the Michelin Defender LTX M/S has a 4.8/5 rating from 3,240 reviews. The Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 offers a 60,000-mile warranty vs 70,000 miles for the Michelin Defender LTX M/S.
What is the price difference between Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 and Michelin Defender LTX M/S?
The Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 starts at $80.12/tire while the Michelin Defender LTX M/S starts at $169.99/tire — a difference of $89.87 per tire.
Do the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 and Michelin Defender LTX M/S come in the same sizes?
Yes, they share 22 common sizes. The Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 is available in 30 total sizes and the Michelin Defender LTX M/S in 30 sizes.