70
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
69/100
19 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Nitto Invo vs Nitto NT05 — 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
65
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
68/100
8 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nitto Invo — better comfort, treadwear and wet. Pick the Nitto NT05 if handling and dry matter 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)
NT05 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Invo | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 84 |
| SimpleTire owners | 98 | 97 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Invo leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Invo | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 63 |
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | 69 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Invo leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Invo | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 43 |
| SimpleTire owners | 98 | 92 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Invo leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Invo | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 59 |
| SimpleTire owners | 84 | 81 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
NT05 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Invo | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Nitto Invo | Nitto NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 70 | 65 |
| Dry | 79 | 84 |
| Wet | 67 | 63 |
| Comfort | 67 | 43 |
| Treadwear | 65 | 59 |
| Handling | 75 | 84 |
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70
/ 100
Tire A
65
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
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.
The Nitto NT05 is widely regarded as a specialized extreme performance tire that excels in track-day environments and spirited driving scenarios. While users appreciate its predictable handling and progressive feedback, it is frequently criticized for rapid tread wear and significant road noise, making it a polarizing choice for daily commuting.
Pros
- Predictable and balanced handling during track use
- Informative feedback near the limit of adhesion
- Strong cornering confidence and stability
- Aesthetically pleasing sidewall and tread design
Cons
- High levels of road noise during daily driving
- Rapid tread wear, particularly under high-torque applications
- Inconsistent dry grip performance for high-horsepower vehicles
- Not recommended for daily use due to comfort and longevity trade-offs
Observations
- High-horsepower vehicles (e.g., 360rwkw turbo applications) report that the tire struggles to manage power delivery effectively.
- Users with AWD platforms, such as the Audi A4, report satisfactory performance in wet conditions when driven conservatively.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Nitto Invo | B · Nitto NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | Summer Extreme Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 39 | 23 |
| Rim diameters | 17″ – 22″ | 15″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | 10.3/32″ | 7.2/32″ |
| UTQG | 220 A A | 200 A A |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 psi | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
70
/ 100
Nitto
65
/ 100
Nitto
Winner: Nitto Invo — better comfort, treadwear and wet. Pick the Nitto NT05 if handling and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Nitto Invo scores 67 vs 43 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Nitto NT05 scores 84 vs 75 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Nitto Invo scores 65 vs 59 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Nitto NT05 scores 84 vs 79 on dry.
Tire A · Nitto Invo
Tire B · Nitto NT05
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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.