Released in 2015, the LTX M/S from Michelin was designed to replace the LTX M/S2. Sounds crazy, right? Considering how the LTX M/S2 is an absolute beast of a tire.
TIRE REVIEW
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Bottom Line | The only thing that may throw you off about this tire is its steep price tag. But in our opinion, this tire is worth every single penny. |
Pros | Sturdy tread compound that will last for years, excellent all-season traction even in the snow and offers a great deal of value despite being costly. |
Cons | Not the most budget-friendly all-season tire. |
Tire sizes | 20”, 19″, 18”, 17”, 16” and 15” |
Price range | Starts from approximately $125. |
Warranty | 70,000 miles/6-year warranty. |
How does the LTX M/S manage to replace such a top-performer? Well, it builds on what the M/S2 has already achieved, combining its best traits with newer technology like Michelin’s own Evertread. Does the 2015 LTX M/S succeed in topping its predecessor? Let’s find out.
Michelin LTX M/S (Our Review)
Overall Assessment
This isn’t going to be a very lengthy assessment because we all know how impressive Michelin tires are. From year-round traction to reliable braking and handling to responsive steering and ultra-comfortable ride experience, there’s nothing faulty about the LTX M/2.
The only thing that may throw you off about this tire is its steep price tag. But in our opinion, this tire is worth every single penny. SUV and truck driving doesn’t get any more enjoyable than with the LTX M/S.
We made several overall assessments among our articles, so you should consider reading our Review of Premier A/S by Michelin, or the Review of Primacy MXM4 by Michelin, and also our Review of Premier LTX by Michelin.
Pros:
- Sturdy tread compound that will last for years
- Excellent all-season traction even in the snow
- Offers a great deal of value despite being costly
- It’s backed by an exceptional warranty policy
Cons:
- Not the most budget-friendly all-season tire
Vehicles That Can Use Michelin LTX M/S
The Michelin LTX M/S is intended for drivers of full-size pickups and SUVs. Below is a shortlist of some of the most popular vehicles compatible with the Michelin LTX M/S.
- Jeep: Wrangler, Liberty, Grand Cherokee
- Chevrolet: S10, Silverado, Tahoe, K2500, Avalanche, Suburban, Colorado, Blazer
- Dodge: Durango, Ram, Dakota
- Lexus: GX470
- Ford: Escape, Expedition, Ranger, Excursion, Bronco, F-150, Explorer
- GMC: Canyon, Yukon, Sierra
- Honda: Element, CR-V
- Toyota: Tacoma, Highlander, Tundra, FJ Cruiser, 4Runner, Land Cruiser, Sequoia
- Hummer: H3, H2
- Nissan: Frontier, Titan, Xterra, Armada, Pathfinder
Find a proper tire for your vehicle with our reviews, and among them the Review of LTX A/T 2 by Michelin, and our Review of Primacy MXV4 by Michelin.
Sizes and Specs
Size | Available Specs |
15 Inches | 31×10.50R15 C 109R OWL 205/65R15 XL 99T BSW 215/75R15 100T OWL 235/75R15 XL 109T OWL 235/75R15 XL 109T OWL |
16 Inches | 215/55R16 XL 97H BSW 255/65R16 109T OWL 215/70R16 100H BSW 235/70R16 XL 109T OWL 235/70R16 XL 109T OWL 245/70R16 107T OWL 255/70R16 111T OWL 255/70R16 111T OWL 265/70R16 112T OWL 265/70R16 112T OWL 275/70R16 114H BSW LT225/75R16 E 115/112R BSW 235/75R16 XL 112T OWL LT245/75R16 E 120/116R BSW 245/75R16 111T OWL LT265/75R16 E 123/120R OWL 265/75R16 116T OWL LT215/85R16 E 115/112R BSW LT235/85R16 E 120/116R BSW |
17 Inches | 215/50R17 XL 95H BSW 225/55R17 XL 101H BSW 225/65R17 102H BSW 225/65R17 102H BSW 235/65R17 104T BSW 235/65R17 104T BSW 245/65R17 107T BSW 245/65R17 107T BSW 255/65R17 110T BSW 265/65R17 112T BSW 265/65R17 112T BSW 235/70R17 XL 109T BSW LT245/70R17 E 119/116R BSW 255/70R17 112T BSW LT265/70R17 E 121/118R OWL 265/70R17 115T OWL 265/70R17 115T OWL LT285/70R17 E 121/118R BSW LT295/70R17 E 121/118R BSW LT225/75R17 E 116/113R BSW 235/75R17 109T BSW LT245/75R17 E 121/118R BSW 255/75R17 115T BSW |
18 Inches | 235/55R18 100T BSW 245/60R18 105H BSW 245/60R18 105H BSW 265/60R18 110T BSW 275/60R18 113H BSW 235/65R18 106T BSW LT255/65R18 E 120/117R BSW 255/65R18 111T BSW 255/65R18 111T BSW 265/65R18 114T BSW LT275/65R18 E 123/120R BSW 275/65R18 116T BSW LT285/65R18 E 125/122R BSW 265/70R18 116T BSW LT265/70R18 E 124/121R BSW LT275/70R18 E 125/122R BSW LT295/70R18 E 129/126R BSW |
19 Inches | 255/50R19 XL 107H BSW 235/55R19 XL 105H BSW 245/55R19 103H BSW 255/60R19 109H BSW |
20 Inches | 35×12.50R20 E 121R BSW 255/50R20 XL 109H BSW 265/50R20 107T BSW 305/50R20 116H BSW 255/55R20 XL 110H BSW 275/55R20 113T BSW 275/55R20 113T BSW LT265/60R20 E 121/118R BSW 275/60R20 115T BSW LT285/60R20 E 125/122R BSW LT275/65R20 E 126/123R BSW LT285/65R20 E 127/124R BSW LT295/65R20/E 129/126R BSW |
Prices
The Michelin LTX M/S starts at around $125, which is quite impressive, but then again, this is a Michelin tire, and we all know their standard of quality.
Be on the lookout for special offers such as discounts, rebates, and coupons to knock off a few bucks off the price. Keep in mind, though, that the prices could vary from one dealer to another.
Check out other tire prices with the help of our reviews like the Review of Latitude Tour by Michelin, as well as our Review of Defender T+H Tire by Michelin.
Warranty
The LTX M/S is backed by a superb 70,000-mile/6-year tread warranty on H and T-Speed sizes, whereas LT sizes are backed by a 50,000-mile/6-year warranty.
Uniformity is covered for the first 2/32 inch of wear or the first year of use. You also get to enjoy Michelin’s 3-year flat tire changing service and 30-day satisfaction guarantee.
In the end, consider reading our other Reviews of Tires by Michelin such as:
- Review of Pilot AS 3 Plus Tire by Michelin
- Review of Defender LTX M/S by Michelin
- Review of Defender by Michelin
Michelin LTX M/S Tire Customer Review
William B. says: “70,000-mile warranty and solid year-round traction? Sign me up, please. Been a Michelin man for years, and I’m not planning on changing that”
William B. posted (5 / 5) review
Viola A. says: “Finally took the decision to switch from Nitto to Michelin, and I’m truly impressed by the boost in performance that came with this decision.”
Viola A. posted (5 / 5) review