Sumitomo Encounter HT2 265/70R18
Sumitomo Encounter HT2 265/70R18 116T Highway All-Season Tire HT233
💡 Is the Sumitomo Encounter HT2 265/70R18 a Good Tire?
The Sumitomo Encounter HT2 265/70R18 is an all-season highway tire designed for full-size SUVs and light trucks. It delivers balanced dry and wet performance with adequate handling for daily driving thanks to its symmetric tread design and all-season compound. Ride comfort is good with low road noise typical of highway-focused designs, while tread life appears competitive for the category though no mileage warranty is specified. Rated Excellent by TireRack based on 55 consumer surveys, it offers solid value for highway commuting but lacks the aggressive tread pattern needed for serious off-road use. Currently priced from $239.99, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Sumitomo Encounter HT2 265/70R18 is an all-season highway tire, designed for pickup, SUV, crossover and full-sized van drivers who prioritize dependable year-round traction and quiet comfort in everyday driving. Its tread design and compound focus on balanced performance across dry, wet and light snow conditions while emphasizing noise reduction and even wear patterns.
The tire features an optimized symmetric tread design 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 winter traction, while curved shoulder grooves help trap airborne noise for a quieter ride. Driver feedback points to strong dry handling and excellent treadwear characteristics, with good wet performance and comfort levels that make it well-suited for both daily commuting and longer highway trips.
Compared to performance-oriented tires, it emphasizes comfort, stability, and long-term usability. Overall, it's a solid choice for light truck and SUV owners used primarily for highway driving and daily transportation in varied weather conditions.
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| Tire | Price | Rating | Best For | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
★Sumitomo Encounter HT2 265/70R18 🛣️ Highway all-season | $239.99 | ⭐ Excellent (55 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in varied weather | 🌤️ All Season |
🛣️ Highway all-season | $125.17 | ⭐ Good (134 reviews) | Pickup truck owners who regularly tow trailers or haul cargo | 🌤️ All Season |
🏔️ All-terrain capability | $194.89 | ⭐ Excellent (584 reviews) | Daily highway commuting with occasional off-road needs | 🌤️ All Season |
🛣️ Highway all-season | $195.54 | ⭐ Good (252 reviews) | Daily highway commuting and city driving | 🌤️ All Season |
🏔️ All-terrain capability | $203.01 | ⭐ N/A (51 reviews) | Daily commuting with occasional off-road excursions | 🌤️ All Season |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"We see this as an excellent highway tire for SUV and truck drivers seeking reliable all-season traction with impressive comfort. The T speed rating may limit performance for drivers wanting sportier handling characteristics."
