65
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
61/100
1 owner review
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Avon Turbospeed CR27 vs Nitto Invo — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
70
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
69/100
19 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nitto Invo — better comfort, handling and dry. Pick the Avon Turbospeed CR27 if treadwear matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
5 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Invo leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Turbospeed CR27 | Invo |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 79 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 98 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Invo leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Turbospeed CR27 | Invo |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 67 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 87 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Invo leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Turbospeed CR27 | Invo |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 67 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 98 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Turbospeed CR27 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Turbospeed CR27 | Invo |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 65 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 84 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Invo leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Turbospeed CR27 | Invo |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 75 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Avon Turbospeed CR27 | Nitto Invo |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 65 | 70 |
| Dry | 70 | 79 |
| Wet | 60 | 67 |
| Comfort | 50 | 67 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 65 |
| Handling | 60 | 75 |
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65
/ 100
Tire A
70
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Avon Turbospeed CR27 is primarily recognized as a legacy tire choice for classic luxury vehicles, specifically the Bentley Turbo R. User feedback highlights concerns regarding the longevity of the rubber compound over extended periods and the significant financial investment required for replacement.
Pros
- Period-correct aesthetic for classic luxury vehicles
- Original equipment specification for specific vintage models
Cons
- High cost of replacement
- Susceptibility to sidewall cracking and aging over long durations
- Limited modern performance benchmarks
Observations
- Specifically utilized as original equipment for the 1998 Bentley Turbo R in the 255/65R15 size.
- Users note that the tire's lifespan is often dictated more by chronological age and material degradation than by actual mileage.
The Nitto Invo is a polarizing ultra-high-performance tire that receives highly inconsistent feedback regarding its longevity and noise levels. While some users praise its dry-weather grip and aesthetic appeal, a significant portion of owners report premature hardening, excessive road noise, and a notable decline in wet-weather performance as the tread wears down.
Pros
- Strong dry-weather traction and cornering stability
- Attractive, aggressive tread pattern design
- Competitive price point compared to premium rivals
- Good initial comfort levels when new
Cons
- Significant increase in road noise and 'whine' as the tire ages
- Substantial decline in wet-weather grip and safety over time
- Tendency to pick up and retain small road debris in the tread grooves
- Inconsistent tread life with reports of premature hardening and structural issues
Observations
- Users on FWD platforms like the Mazda3 noted rapid front-tire wear, suggesting a need for frequent rotation.
- High-horsepower vehicles (e.g., Chrysler SRT8, Holden Commodore) report difficulty maintaining traction under heavy acceleration.
- Drivers on rougher road surfaces report higher instances of sidewall damage and structural failure compared to those on well-maintained highways.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Avon Turbospeed CR27 | B · Nitto Invo |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Touring tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 39 |
| Rim diameters | — | 17″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | — | 10.3/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 220 A A |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
65
/ 100
Avon
70
/ 100
Nitto
Winner: Nitto Invo — better comfort, handling and dry. Pick the Avon Turbospeed CR27 if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Nitto Invo scores 67 vs 50 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Avon Turbospeed CR27 scores 80 vs 65 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Nitto Invo scores 75 vs 60 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Nitto Invo scores 79 vs 70 on dry.
Tire A · Avon Turbospeed CR27
Tire B · Nitto Invo
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.