91
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
71 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Kumho Road Venture 798 vs Toyo NanoEnergy 3 — 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
77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
76/100
41 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Kumho Road Venture 798 — better wet, handling and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
7 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)
Road Venture 798 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Road Venture 798 | NanoEnergy 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 82 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Road Venture 798 leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | Road Venture 798 | NanoEnergy 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 66 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Road Venture 798 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Road Venture 798 | NanoEnergy 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 82 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Road Venture 798 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Road Venture 798 | NanoEnergy 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 83 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Road Venture 798 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Road Venture 798 | NanoEnergy 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 53 | 75 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Kumho Road Venture 798 | Toyo NanoEnergy 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 91 | 77 |
| Dry | 95 | 82 |
| Wet | 89 | 66 |
| Snow | 92 | – |
| Comfort | 92 | 82 |
| Noise | 92 | – |
| Treadwear | 92 | 83 |
| Handling | 89 | 75 |
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Headline score
91
/ 100
Tire A
77
/ 100
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.
The Kumho Road Venture 798 is widely regarded as a high-value, all-terrain tire that punches above its price point, particularly regarding road noise and ride comfort. While most users praise its performance across various surfaces, including snow and light off-road terrain, a minority of owners report issues with ride quality and uneven wear patterns.
Pros
- Exceptional value for the price point
- Surprisingly low road noise for an all-terrain/aggressive tread design
- Strong dry pavement traction and handling
- Good longevity and tread wear performance for many users
- Aesthetically pleasing, aggressive sidewall design
Cons
- Reports of uneven wear or cupping over time
- Some users experience vibration or bouncing issues on heavier trucks
- Wet weather traction can be inconsistent depending on road surface
- Occasional reports of slow air pressure loss
Observations
- Owners of heavy-duty trucks (e.g., RAM 2500) reported more significant ride quality issues, such as shaking or bouncing, compared to SUV owners.
- Users on smaller SUVs and crossovers (e.g., Hyundai Santa Fe) frequently report high satisfaction with longevity and comfort, often comparing them favorably to premium brands like Michelin.
- The tire is noted for being a quiet alternative to more aggressive mud-terrain tires on vehicles like the Jeep Wrangler and FJ Cruiser.
The Toyo NanoEnergy 3 is widely regarded as a high-value, durable touring tire that excels in dry conditions and offers impressive longevity. While many users praise its quiet ride and comfort, there is a significant divide regarding wet-weather performance, with some drivers reporting a lack of confidence and traction in rainy conditions.
Pros
- Excellent tread life and durability
- High level of ride comfort and low road noise
- Strong dry-weather handling and braking
- High value-for-money proposition
Cons
- Inconsistent wet-weather grip and hydroplaning concerns
- Soft sidewalls can lead to vague steering feedback
- Performance degradation noted by some users as the tire ages
- Not suitable for aggressive or spirited driving
Observations
- Users with lighter vehicles generally report more favorable experiences than those with heavier or more powerful cars.
- Drivers of performance-oriented vehicles (e.g., BMW 3-series) noted that the tire's soft sidewall and touring focus do not suit spirited driving styles.
- Some users found that adjusting tire pressure is critical to optimizing wet-weather performance.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Kumho Road Venture 798 | B · Toyo NanoEnergy 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
91
/ 100
Kumho
77
/ 100
Toyo
Winner: Kumho Road Venture 798 — better wet, handling and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Kumho Road Venture 798 scores 89 vs 66 on wet.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Kumho Road Venture 798 scores 89 vs 75 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Kumho Road Venture 798 scores 95 vs 82 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Kumho Road Venture 798 scores 92 vs 82 on comfort.
Tire A · Kumho Road Venture 798
Tire B · Toyo NanoEnergy 3
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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.