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 Yokohama Geolandar G033 — 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
64
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
63/100
2 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Nitto NT05 and Yokohama Geolandar G033 are within 2 points overall. Nitto NT05 is stronger on wet, handling and dry. Yokohama Geolandar G033 is stronger on comfort and treadwear.
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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 19
Why this score
| Source | NT05 | Geolandar G033 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 65 |
| SimpleTire owners | 97 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
NT05 leads by 33
Why this score
| Source | NT05 | Geolandar G033 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 30 |
| SimpleTire owners | 69 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Geolandar G033 leads by 47
Why this score
| Source | NT05 | Geolandar G033 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 43 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | 92 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Geolandar G033 leads by 26
Why this score
| Source | NT05 | Geolandar G033 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 59 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | 81 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
NT05 leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | NT05 | Geolandar G033 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 60 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Nitto NT05 | Yokohama Geolandar G033 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 65 | 64 |
| Dry | 84 | 65 |
| Wet | 63 | 30 |
| Comfort | 43 | 90 |
| Treadwear | 59 | 85 |
| Handling | 84 | 60 |
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65
/ 100
Tire A
64
/ 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 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 Yokohama Geolandar G033 receives a mixed reception, with users divided on its core performance characteristics. While some drivers appreciate its initial comfort and handling, others report significant concerns regarding road noise and reliability in on-road conditions.
Pros
- High initial comfort levels
- Good handling characteristics
- Decent tread longevity
Cons
- Excessive road noise on various surfaces
- Unreliable performance in on-road driving conditions
- Poor suitability for daily on-road commuting
Observations
- Users noted the tire is frequently equipped as an original equipment (OE) factory fitment.
- The tire demonstrates a notable discrepancy between its intended off-road design and its actual on-road performance.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Nitto NT05 | B · Yokohama Geolandar G033 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| 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
64
/ 100
Yokohama
Too close to call: Nitto NT05 and Yokohama Geolandar G033 are within 2 points overall. Nitto NT05 is stronger on wet, handling and dry. Yokohama Geolandar G033 is stronger on comfort and treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Yokohama Geolandar G033 scores 90 vs 43 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Nitto NT05 scores 63 vs 30 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Yokohama Geolandar G033 scores 85 vs 59 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Nitto NT05 scores 84 vs 60 on handling.
Tire A · Nitto NT05
Tire B · Yokohama Geolandar G033
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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.