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Maxxis Wormdrive A/T 980E review

The Maxxis Wormdrive A/T 980E is generally regarded as a capable all-terrain upgrade over standard factory tires, offering improved versatility across varying road conditions. Users appreciate its aesthetic appeal and reliable grip, though some note a slight increase in road noise compared to less aggressive tread patterns.

Relative score
84/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
82/100
2 reviews
Maxxis Wormdrive A/T 980E
Scores

Two scoring systems, side by side

Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.

By owner reviews

82%
Would buy again 90%
Dry
Overall dry
90%
Wet
Overall wet
85%
Snow & ice
Overall snow & ice
90%
Comfort
Overall comfort
75%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
85%
Handling
Overall handling
75%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 2 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Maxxis Wormdrive A/T 980E is generally regarded as a capable all-terrain upgrade over standard factory tires, offering improved versatility across varying road conditions. Users appreciate its aesthetic appeal and reliable grip, though some note a slight increase in road noise compared to less aggressive tread patterns.

Pros

  • Improved off-road traction and capability
  • Reliable grip on wet tarmac
  • Aesthetically pleasing tread design
  • Effective performance upgrade over budget-tier tires

Cons

  • Noticeable increase in road noise
  • Potential for higher rolling resistance or noise compared to highway-terrain tires

Worth knowing

  • Users successfully upsized from 245/65 R17 to 265/65 R17 on mid-size pickups like the Mitsubishi L200 without fitment issues.