Sumitomo Encounter HT2 265/70R17
Sumitomo Encounter HT2 265/70R17 E 121/118S Highway All-Season Tire HT292
💡 Is the Sumitomo Encounter HT2 265/70R17 a Good Tire?
The Sumitomo Encounter HT2 265/70R17 is an all-season highway tire designed for full-size SUVs and light trucks. It delivers adequate dry performance and solid wet weather traction thanks to its optimized tread pattern and silica-enhanced compound. Ride comfort is good with relatively low road noise for highway driving, while tread life appears competitive for its category based on early feedback. Rated Excellent by TireRack based on 55 consumer surveys, it offers strong value but lacks the proven long-term durability record of established premium competitors. Currently priced from $252.99, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Sumitomo Encounter HT2 265/70R17 is an all-season highway tire, designed for pickup, SUV, crossover and van drivers who prioritize dependable year-round traction and comfortable ride quality in everyday driving. Its tread design and compound focus on balancing dry and wet performance with noise reduction and even wear characteristics.
The tire features an optimized symmetric tread pattern with wide interconnected circumferential grooves for water evacuation and hydroplaning resistance. Wave-shaped lateral sipes are integrated into robust tread blocks to create stable biting edges for wet and light snow traction, while curved shoulder grooves help trap airborne noise for quieter operation. Driver feedback points to strong dry handling and excellent treadwear durability, with good wet performance and comfort levels 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 265/70R17 🛣️ Highway all-season | $252.99 | ⭐ Excellent (55 reviews) | Daily highway commuting and city driving | 🌤️ All Season |
🏔️ All-terrain capability | $168.4 | ⭐ Good (888 reviews) | Daily highway commuting with occasional off-road use | 🌤️ All Season |
🏔️ All-terrain capability | $179.86 | ⭐ N/A (51 reviews) | Daily commuting with occasional light off-road use | 🌤️ All Season |
🌤️ All-season versatility | $181.96 | ⭐ Fair (718 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in SUVs and light trucks | 🌤️ All Season |
❄️ Dedicated winter tire | $184.99 | ⭐ N/A | Winter driving in snow and ice conditions | ❄️ Winter |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"Our take: This highway tire excels at comfortable daily driving and delivers solid year-round traction for SUVs and light trucks. The S speed rating may limit performance for drivers who frequently travel at higher speeds."
