65
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
68/100
8 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Nitto NT05 vs Toyo Open Country A/T II — 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
Tire B
Toyo
Toyo Open Country A/T II
93
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
92/100
816 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Toyo Open Country A/T II — better comfort, treadwear and wet. 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)
Open Country A/T II leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | NT05 | Open Country A/T II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 65 |
| SimpleTire owners | 97 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Open Country A/T II leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | NT05 | Open Country A/T II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 50 |
| SimpleTire owners | 69 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | NT05 | Open Country A/T II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 45 |
| SimpleTire owners | 57 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Open Country A/T II leads by 50
Why this score
| Source | NT05 | Open Country A/T II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 43 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 92 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | NT05 | Open Country A/T II |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Open Country A/T II leads by 33
Why this score
| Source | NT05 | Open Country A/T II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 59 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | 81 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Open Country A/T II leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | NT05 | Open Country A/T II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 60 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Nitto NT05 | Toyo Open Country A/T II |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 65 | 93 |
| Dry | 84 | 96 |
| Wet | 63 | 91 |
| Snow | – | 91 |
| Comfort | 43 | 93 |
| Noise | – | 89 |
| Treadwear | 59 | 92 |
| Handling | 84 | 93 |
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Headline score
65
/ 100
Tire A
93
/ 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 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.
The Toyo Open Country A/T II is widely regarded as a versatile, durable, and quiet all-terrain tire that excels in mixed-use scenarios, including towing and light-to-moderate off-roading. While the vast majority of users praise its longevity and highway comfort, a subset of owners reports persistent issues with high-speed balancing and inconsistent performance on slick, wet pavement.
Pros
- Excellent highway comfort and low road noise for an all-terrain tire
- Strong off-road capability in mud, sand, and loose rock
- High durability and tread life when properly maintained
- Predictable handling and stability while towing heavy loads
Cons
- Persistent reports of vibration and difficulty achieving a proper high-speed balance
- Inconsistent traction on wet or freshly rained-on pavement
- Potential for uneven tread wear if rotation and pressure are not strictly managed
- Some users find the compound too stiff for optimal grip in icy or packed snow conditions
Observations
- Heavy-duty truck owners (e.g., Ram 2500/3500) report excellent towing stability, provided tire pressures are adjusted using the 'chalk test' to prevent center-tread wear.
- Users opting for 'C' load ratings on lighter vehicles like the Jeep Wrangler report a more comfortable ride but note 'squishy' sidewalls during off-road deflation compared to 'E' load versions.
- Owners of smaller SUVs and crossovers (e.g., Subaru Crosstrek) generally find the tire to be a significant aesthetic and functional upgrade over stock tires with minimal noise penalty.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Nitto NT05 | B · Toyo Open Country A/T II |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | — |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
| Sizes available | 23 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 20″ | — |
| Tread depth | 7.2/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 200 A A | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 50 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
65
/ 100
Nitto
93
/ 100
Toyo
Winner: Toyo Open Country A/T II — better comfort, treadwear and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Toyo Open Country A/T II scores 93 vs 43 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Toyo Open Country A/T II scores 92 vs 59 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Toyo Open Country A/T II scores 91 vs 63 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Toyo Open Country A/T II scores 96 vs 84 on dry.
Tire A · Nitto NT05
Tire B · Toyo Open Country A/T II
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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.