70
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
70/100
4 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Nitto Motivo vs Pirelli P ZERO Asimmetrico — 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
79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
75/100
25 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Pirelli P ZERO Asimmetrico — better wet, dry and handling. Pick the Nitto Motivo 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)
P ZERO Asimmetrico leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Motivo | P ZERO Asimmetrico |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 87 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
P ZERO Asimmetrico leads by 31
Why this score
| Source | Motivo | P ZERO Asimmetrico |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 81 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
P ZERO Asimmetrico leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Motivo | P ZERO Asimmetrico |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 73 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Motivo leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Motivo | P ZERO Asimmetrico |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 80 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
P ZERO Asimmetrico leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Motivo | P ZERO Asimmetrico |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 75 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Nitto Motivo | Pirelli P ZERO Asimmetrico |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 70 | 79 |
| Dry | 65 | 89 |
| Wet | 50 | 81 |
| Comfort | 73 | 77 |
| Treadwear | 95 | 74 |
| Handling | 63 | 75 |
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70
/ 100
Tire A
79
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Nitto Motivo is generally regarded as a high-value, long-lasting all-season tire that excels in dry conditions and tread longevity. However, user experiences are polarized, with significant concerns regarding its performance in winter weather and stability issues when fitted to certain vehicle types.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and durability
- Strong dry pavement grip and handling
- Competitive price-to-performance ratio
Cons
- Poor traction and grip in snow and ice
- Noticeable decline in wet weather performance
- Potential for sidewall instability on specific vehicle platforms
Observations
- Users reported significant sidewall flex and handling instability when using these tires on commercial-style vans like the Transit Connect.
- Drivers of performance-oriented sedans and SUVs noted that while the tire handles dry canyon roads well, it lacks the necessary winter capabilities for northern climates.
The Pirelli P ZERO Asimmetrico is widely regarded as a capable, high-performance summer tire that excels in dry grip and road feedback, often serving as a preferred OEM choice for premium vehicles like Jaguar and Audi. While many users report exceptional longevity and consistent performance, others note that the tire can become noisy as it ages and may exhibit inconsistent wet-weather traction if not properly warmed up.
Pros
- Exceptional dry surface grip and handling confidence
- Strong longevity and tread life for many users
- Responsive steering feedback and sporty road feel
- Effective rim protection and robust sidewall construction
Cons
- Increased road noise as the tire wears
- Variable wet-weather performance requiring heat for optimal grip
- Tendency to follow road imperfections (tramlining)
- Potential for uneven wear patterns on certain vehicle setups
Observations
- Users with high-torque performance EVs noted expectedly rapid tread wear compared to internal combustion vehicles.
- Owners of luxury sedans like the Jaguar XJ reported high satisfaction with long-term mileage, often exceeding 35,000-40,000 miles.
- Drivers transitioning from run-flat tires to this model reported significant improvements in ride comfort and noise levels.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Nitto Motivo | B · Pirelli P ZERO Asimmetrico |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Touring tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
70
/ 100
Nitto
79
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Pirelli P ZERO Asimmetrico — better wet, dry and handling. Pick the Nitto Motivo if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli P ZERO Asimmetrico scores 81 vs 50 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli P ZERO Asimmetrico scores 89 vs 65 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Nitto Motivo scores 95 vs 74 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Pirelli P ZERO Asimmetrico scores 75 vs 63 on handling.
Tire A · Nitto Motivo
Tire B · Pirelli P ZERO Asimmetrico
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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.