Sumitomo HTR Enhance LX2 225/55R17

Sumitomo HTR Enhance LX2 225/55R17 97V Grand Touring All-Season Tire ENL88

🌀️ All SeasonπŸ’° $154.99πŸ“ 225/55R17πŸš— Passenger Car

πŸ’‘ Is the Sumitomo HTR Enhance LX2 225/55R17 a Good Tire?

Yes β€” the Sumitomo 225/55R17 is an Excellent-rated all-season grand touring tire (240 surveys) suited for mid-size sedans and compact SUVs. Strong overall comfort and ride quality, though may lack the refined wet performance of premium alternatives. Currently priced from $154.99, it is available through major online tire retailers.

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About This Tire

The Sumitomo HTR Enhance LX2 225/55R17 is a standard touring all-season tire designed for drivers of coupes, family sedans, and small crossovers who prioritize responsive handling and long tread life in everyday driving. Its tread design and compound focus on all-season traction balance, wet weather performance, and durability through advanced materials engineering.

The tire features a high-silica, super microparticulate carbon compound that enhances both strength and flexibility for improved wear resistance and wet traction. Its asymmetric tread pattern includes straight circumferential grooves and wide lateral notches for water evacuation, while an increased number of 3D zigzag sipes create additional biting edges for light snow traction. Driver feedback points to reliable performance across wet and dry conditions, with comfort and handling consistency standing out through the tire's usable life.

Compared to performance-oriented tires, it emphasizes comfort, stability, and long-term usability. Overall, it's a solid choice for sedans and crossovers used primarily for daily driving and highway travel in varied weather conditions.

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TirePriceRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Sumitomo HTR Enhance LX2 225/55R17
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$154.99⭐ Excellent (240 reviews)Daily commuting in mixed weather conditions🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$92.73⭐ N/A (20 reviews)Daily highway commuting in variable weather🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$106.28⭐ Excellent (144 reviews)Daily commuting in regions with varied seasonal weather🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$129⭐ Good (68 reviews)Daily highway commuting in variable weather🌀️ All Season
🏁 Ultra high performance
$146.65⭐ Good (124 reviews)Sports car and performance sedan daily driving🌀️ All Season
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Sumitomo HTR Enhance LX2 225/55R17
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$154.99
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Excellent (240 reviews)
Best For
Daily commuting in mixed weather conditions
Season
🌀️ All Season
Radar Dimax AS-9 225/55R17
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$92.73
Rating
⭐ ⭐ N/A (20 reviews)
Best For
Daily highway commuting in variable weather
Season
🌀️ All Season
Radar Dimax All Weather 225/55R17
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$106.28
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Excellent (144 reviews)
Best For
Daily commuting in regions with varied seasonal weather
Season
🌀️ All Season
Falken ZIEX ZE960 A/S 225/55R17
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$129
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (68 reviews)
Best For
Daily highway commuting in variable weather
Season
🌀️ All Season
Toyo Extensa HP II 225/55R17
🏁 Ultra high performance
Price
$146.65
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (124 reviews)
Best For
Sports car and performance sedan daily driving
Season
🌀️ All Season

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Key Features

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Advanced Compound
High-silica, super microparticulate carbon compound delivers enhanced strength, flexibility, and wet weather grip.
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Water Evacuation
Straight circumferential grooves and wide lateral notches channel water away from the contact patch for hydroplaning resistance.
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Snow Traction
Increased number of 3D zigzag sipes create more biting edges for improved traction in light snow and on ice.
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Even Wear
Optimized groove depth and pressure distribution throughout the contact patch help prevent irregular wear patterns.
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Asymmetric Design
Asymmetric tread pattern maintains reliable handling characteristics even as the tire wears over time.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Daily commuting in mixed weather conditionsβœ“ Family sedan and crossover highway drivingβœ“ Drivers seeking long tread life with reliable handlingβœ“ Year-round use including light snow conditions
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Specifications

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Size
225/55R17
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Load Index
97
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Speed Rating
V
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TirePath Editorial Review

4.6
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"Ideal for daily drivers seeking reliable year-round performance with impressive tread longevity and confident wet weather grip. Performance enthusiasts may find the handling less sporty than dedicated summer tires."

By TirePath Editorial TeamFeb 17, 2026
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TireRack Ratings

Overall Rating⭐ Excellent
Survey Ratings240 reviews
CategoryGrand Touring All-Season

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