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Michelin LTX Trail

Michelin LTX Trail Review - Our Honest Opinion

Here are the key stats for the LTX Trail, at a glance.
Key Info - Australia
Vehicle SuitabilityLight Truck / SUV
Driving StyleHighway Rib Summer
SeasonSummer
Release Date2021
Run Flat?No

Pricing

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Michelin LTX Trail in Australia

This offering by Michelin has been around in Australia for about 3 years. Especially designed for 4WDs, SUVs and light trucks, it comes in a total of 9 sizes.

This highway rib summer tyre is a solid option for those looking for a summer tyre in the premium end of the market. Note that it is not a runflat tyre.

Read on to see how it stacks up against the competition!

How We Reviewed The LTX Trail Tyres

We've analysed the results of the following tyre benchmarks to carry out a data-driven review of the LTX Trail tyres.

  • The Best Highway Rib Summer in 2024 by TiresVote

Benchmark Test Data

Here are the results from a number of magazine tests and benchmarks done on the LTX Trail tyres. Bear in mind that these results are more subjective than the EU results.
Rating
Dry PerformanceGood
ComfortGood
HandlingGood
Wet PerformanceAcceptable

Comfort

Based on the results of a number of tyre benchmarks, including those below, the LTX Trail scores 4 out of 5 for comfort.

  • The Best Highway Rib Summer in 2024 by TiresVote

Treadwear

With a UTQG treadwear rating of 480, the LTX Trail would theoretically last 4.8 times longer than a tyre with a treadwear rating of 100.

Traction

The UTQG system measures traction as straight-line braking in dry conditions. The scale is AA, A, B, C, with AA being the best grade, and C the worst.

These tyres score a grade of B.

Temperature Resistance

The UTQG temperature resistance tests measure how well tyres can dissipate heat that builds up due to friction with the road. The scale is A, B, C, with A being the highest grade.

These tyres score a grade of B.

Warranty

The LTX Trail tyres have a warranty of 6 years.

Comparisons With Similar Tyres

Still undecided as to whether to go with these highway rib summer tyres? Check out our data-driven comparisons to similar tyres on the market in Australia!

Summary

The LTX Trail tyres are a solid choice for anyone looking to replace their SUV or truck rubber with some tyres designed for highway rib summer action.

In terms of data out of the US, they have the following UTQG ratings:

  • Treadwear: 480
  • Traction: B (scale: AA, A, B, C)
  • Temperature Resistance: B (scale: A, B, C)

Full Size List (click to show)

Below is a list of all 9 sizes of the LTX Trail tyres sold in Australia, sorted by tyre width. Select your preferred size to compare prices across multiple suppliers.

Size
225/70 R15 104T XL
235/75 R15 109T XL
245/70 R16 111T XL
255/70 R15 112T XL
265/70 R16 112T
265/65 R17 112T
265/60 R18 110T
265/70 R15 112T
285/60 R18 116T
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