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BFGoodrich A/T KO2 vs Nexen Roadian A/T 4x4 — 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.

Tire A BFGoodrich

BFGoodrich A/T KO2

All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires

BFGoodrich A/T KO2 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
69/100
7 owner reviews
Dry
84
Wet
64
Snow
92
Comfort
61
Treadwear
80
Handling
50

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

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Tire B Nexen

Nexen Roadian A/T 4x4

All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires

Nexen Roadian A/T 4x4 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
33/100
1 owner review
Dry
30
Wet
30
Snow
–
Comfort
10
Treadwear
90
Handling
30

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: BFGoodrich A/T KO2 — better dry, comfort and wet. Pick the Nexen Roadian A/T 4x4 if treadwear matters most to you.
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Category breakdown

6 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) A/T KO2 leads by 54
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
84
B — Nexen Roadian A/T 4x4
30
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Roadian A/T 4x4
Tyre Reviews owners 83 30

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) A/T KO2 leads by 34
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
64
B — Nexen Roadian A/T 4x4
30
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Roadian A/T 4x4
Tyre Reviews owners 60 30

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
92
B — Nexen Roadian A/T 4x4
–

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) A/T KO2 leads by 51
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
61
B — Nexen Roadian A/T 4x4
10
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Roadian A/T 4x4
Tyre Reviews owners 57 10

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Roadian A/T 4x4 leads by 10
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
80
B — Nexen Roadian A/T 4x4
90
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Roadian A/T 4x4
Tyre Reviews owners 79 90

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) A/T KO2 leads by 20
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
50
B — Nexen Roadian A/T 4x4
30
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Roadian A/T 4x4
Tyre Reviews owners 50 30

Scores at a glance

BFGoodrich A/T KO2 vs Nexen Roadian A/T 4x4: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryBFGoodrich A/T KO2Nexen Roadian A/T 4x4
Relative Score 69 43
Dry 84 30
Wet 64 30
Snow 92 –
Comfort 61 10
Treadwear 80 90
Handling 50 30

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Tire A

Tire B

Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.

From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A BFGoodrich A/T KO2

The BFGoodrich A/T KO2 is widely regarded as a highly durable and aesthetically aggressive tire that excels in off-road environments and extreme heat. While users praise its longevity and rugged construction, there is a clear consensus regarding its compromises in on-road comfort, noise levels, and wet-weather performance.

Pros

  • Exceptional tread longevity and durability even in extreme temperatures
  • Strong off-road traction across varied terrain including rocks, mud, and sand
  • Aggressive, iconic visual appeal
  • Reliable performance when aired down for off-road use

Cons

  • Noticeable road noise during daily driving
  • Subpar handling and traction in wet on-road conditions
  • Reduced ride comfort compared to less aggressive all-terrain options

Observations

  • Owners of smaller, lightweight 4x4s like the Suzuki Jimny report surprisingly good road-holding characteristics.
  • The tire demonstrates extreme heat resistance, maintaining structural integrity after years of use in desert climates exceeding 50°C.
Tire B Nexen Roadian A/T 4x4

The Nexen Roadian A/T 4x4 receives highly critical feedback, with users reporting significant issues regarding traction and ride quality. The tire is described as excessively hard, leading to poor grip in both wet and dry conditions and a harsh, uncomfortable driving experience.

Pros

  • Exceptional tread longevity and durability

Cons

  • Extremely poor wet and dry road traction
  • Harsh and uncomfortable ride quality
  • Excessively hard rubber compound
  • Lack of compliance even at lower tire pressures

Observations

  • Users on lightweight 4WD vehicles like the Suzuki Jimny report that the tire compound is too stiff to provide adequate feedback or comfort.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · BFGoodrich A/T KO2 B · Nexen Roadian A/T 4x4
CategoryAll Season All Terrain and Off Road tiresAll Season All Terrain and Off Road tires
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

BFGoodrich

Nexen

Winner: BFGoodrich A/T KO2 — better dry, comfort and wet. Pick the Nexen Roadian A/T 4x4 if treadwear matters most to you.

Pick tire A You want the most grip on dry roads

BFGoodrich A/T KO2 scores 84 vs 30 on dry.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

BFGoodrich A/T KO2 scores 61 vs 10 on comfort.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

BFGoodrich A/T KO2 scores 64 vs 30 on wet.

Pick tire A You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

BFGoodrich A/T KO2 scores 50 vs 30 on handling.

Tire A · BFGoodrich A/T KO2
Tire B · Nexen Roadian A/T 4x4

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.