Sumitomo Encounter HT2 245/70R17
Sumitomo Encounter HT2 245/70R17 E 119/116S Highway All-Season Tire HT270
About This Tire
The Sumitomo Encounter HT2 245/70R17 is an all-season highway tire, designed for pickup truck, SUV, crossover, and van drivers who prioritize dependable year-round traction and quiet comfort in everyday driving. Its tread design and compound focus on balanced wet and dry performance, noise reduction, and even wear characteristics for long-term durability.
The tire features an optimized symmetric tread pattern with wide interconnected circumferential grooves for water evacuation and hydroplaning resistance. Wave-shaped lateral sipes integrated into robust tread blocks create stable biting edges for wet and light snow traction, while smooth curved shoulder grooves help trap airborne noise for a quieter ride. Driver feedback points to strong dry handling and impressive treadwear longevity, with good wet weather confidence and overall comfort in daily use.
Compared to performance-oriented tires, it emphasizes comfort, stability, and long-term usability. Overall, it's a solid choice for light trucks and SUVs used primarily for highway commuting and family transportation in varied weather conditions.
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| Tire | Price | Rating | Best For | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
★Sumitomo Encounter HT2 245/70R17 🛣️ Highway all-season | $232.99 | ⭐ Excellent (55 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in varied weather | 🌤️ All Season |
🏔️ All-terrain capability | $156.36 | ⭐ N/A (51 reviews) | Daily commuting with occasional off-road excursions | 🌤️ All Season |
🏔️ All-terrain capability | $168 | ⭐ Excellent (530 reviews) | Light truck and SUV owners needing year-round capability | 🌤️ All Season |
❄️ Dedicated winter tire | $170.42 | ⭐ Excellent (667 reviews) | SUV and pickup truck winter driving | ❄️ Winter |
🛣️ Touring all-season | $173.71 | ⭐ Good (878 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in crossovers and SUVs | 🌤️ All Season |
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