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 Toyo F8 — 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%)
66/100
2 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Nitto Motivo and Toyo F8 are within 2 points overall. Nitto Motivo is stronger on treadwear, comfort and handling. Toyo F8 is stronger on wet and dry.
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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)
F8 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Motivo | F8 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 70 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
F8 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Motivo | F8 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 70 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Motivo leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Motivo | F8 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 60 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Motivo leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Motivo | F8 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 80 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Motivo leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Motivo | F8 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 60 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Nitto Motivo | Toyo F8 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 70 | 70 |
| Dry | 65 | 70 |
| Wet | 50 | 70 |
| Comfort | 73 | 60 |
| Treadwear | 95 | 80 |
| Handling | 63 | 60 |
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Tire A
70
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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 Toyo F8 receives high praise from users for its exceptional longevity and refined ride quality. It is characterized as a premium, comfortable, and quiet tire that delivers a superior driving experience.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and durability
- High level of ride comfort
- Quiet operation and low road noise
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Nitto Motivo | B · Toyo F8 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Touring tires | All Season Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
70
/ 100
Nitto
70
/ 100
Toyo
Too close to call: Nitto Motivo and Toyo F8 are within 2 points overall. Nitto Motivo is stronger on treadwear, comfort and handling. Toyo F8 is stronger on wet and dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Toyo F8 scores 70 vs 50 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Nitto Motivo scores 95 vs 80 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Nitto Motivo scores 73 vs 60 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Toyo F8 scores 70 vs 65 on dry.
Tire A · Nitto Motivo
Tire B · Toyo F8
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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.