77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
12 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Nexen Arrowspeed CP661 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: Nexen Arrowspeed CP661 — better treadwear, comfort and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
Arrowspeed CP661 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Arrowspeed CP661 | Invo |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 79 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 98 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Arrowspeed CP661 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Arrowspeed CP661 | Invo |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 67 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 87 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Arrowspeed CP661 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Arrowspeed CP661 | Invo |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 67 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 98 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Arrowspeed CP661 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Arrowspeed CP661 | Invo |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 65 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 84 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Arrowspeed CP661 | Invo |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 75 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Nexen Arrowspeed CP661 | Nitto Invo |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 70 |
| Dry | 81 | 79 |
| Wet | 74 | 67 |
| Comfort | 76 | 67 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 65 |
| Handling | 75 | 75 |
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/ 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 Nexen Arrowspeed CP661 is widely regarded as a high-value budget tire that delivers reliable performance for daily commuting and light-duty vehicles. While some users report concerns regarding long-term sidewall integrity, the consensus highlights a favorable balance of wet-weather grip, low road noise, and impressive tread longevity for the price point.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium brands
- High tread longevity and durability on light vehicles
- Predictable handling in both wet and dry conditions
- Low road noise levels
Cons
- Reports of premature sidewall cracking or splitting
- Performance limitations during high-speed wet weather driving
- Initial 'loose' feeling during the break-in period
Observations
- Users report excellent longevity on light, low-powered vehicles like the Fiat Punto and Toyota Yaris, with some achieving over 30,000 miles.
- The tire is noted to handle the soft suspension of smaller hatchbacks effectively, providing stable cornering despite vehicle limitations.
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 · Nexen Arrowspeed CP661 | 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?
77
/ 100
Nexen
70
/ 100
Nitto
Winner: Nexen Arrowspeed CP661 — better treadwear, comfort and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Nexen Arrowspeed CP661 scores 80 vs 65 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Nexen Arrowspeed CP661 scores 76 vs 67 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Nexen Arrowspeed CP661 scores 74 vs 67 on wet.
Tire A · Nexen Arrowspeed CP661
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.