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The Ridge Grappler is Nitto's Rugged All-Terrain tire developed for drivers of SUVs, Jeeps, and pickup trucks seeking a stylish, capable, and durable off-road tire that can be reasonably driven in towns and highways in-between their adventures.

The Ridge Grappler's durable compound is molded into a symmetric tread pattern featuring robust reinforced tread blocks with tapered edges which optimize surface contact for competent dry grip. Variable pitch tread blocks of slightly different sizes reduce road noise for enhanced on-road comfort. Step block edges and staggered shoulder lugs combine for advantageous grip characteristics across many all-terrain environments. The Lateral zig-zag patterned Z grooves promote efficient water evacuation to the shoulder notches, while sipes in the tread blocks assist hydroplaning resistance and wet traction on paved surfaces. A high void ratio and multitudinous biting edges deliver confident traction in light snow.

Internal Construction of the Ridge Grappler includes a two-ply reinforced polyester casing for durability and ride comfort. Two high-tensile steel belts offer a sturdy foundation for even load distribution across the footprint. Two nylon reinforcement plies further stabilize the tread for high-speed handling and durability.

As with all Grappler tires, each Ridge Grappler tire features two unique sidewall designs. One side is more traditional while the other features a more aggressive block design.

Tire Rack Test Results Nitto Ridge Grappler

All-Terrain Tires Off-Road – 2025 Test 9(17:52)

In a Tire Rack first, we took popular On-Road, Off-Road, and Rugged All-Terrain, as well as Off-Road Max Traction tires, to an off-road driving park to see how these categories compare off the beaten path! As we continue to expand our testing program, we are working towards a full-scale off-road portion that aligns with the objective and subjective format of our road-focused testing. In the meantime, there’s no time like the present to kick up some dust and get a feel for these tires in an off-road environment. So, join us as TJ and Brent take a subjective ride in the sand, across river rock, and attempt a hill climb!



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Ratings Charts & Reviews Nitto Ridge Grappler

Tire Category: Rugged All-Terrain

Consumer Surveys

 
Best in Category
Miles Reported
Recommended
Treadwear
Nitto Ridge Grappler
Good
96%
4.5M
8.6 - Excellent
8.9 - Excellent
9.2 Dirt Traction
8.8 Sand Traction
8.6 Mud Traction
9.0 Rock Traction
8.3 - Good
8.4 Hydroplaning Resistance
8.1 Wet Traction
9.1 - Excellent
9.1 Corner Stability
9.3 Dry Traction
9.0 Steering Response
7.7 - Good
8.3 Light Snow Traction
8.1 Deep Snow Traction
6.9 Ice Traction
8.4 - Good
8.6 Ride Quality
8.3 Noise
8.6 - Excellent

Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 Reviews

Customer ratings showcase the Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 as a standout in dry traction, with scores frequently hitting 9-10 for confident cornering and responsive handling. Wet traction earns consistent praise (7-10 range) for reliable grip and hydroplaning resistance. Winter performance shows strength in light snow (7-8 averages), though ice traction sees occasional dips to 4-5. Comfort receives positive feedback for a smooth ride, though noise levels vary slightly. Treadwear scores cluster in the 7-9 range, aligning well with expectations for an ultra-high-performance all-season tire. Drivers highlight balanced year-round capability, with dry and wet performance as clear strengths.

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876 reviews mention "Wet Traction"

  • 852 positive
  • 24 negative

Customers consistently rate the Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4's wet traction highly, with most scores between 9-10. Drivers praise its confident grip and excellent hydroplaning resistance, making it a top choice for all-season reliability in wet conditions.

January 29, 2026
3.5 out of 5 Star Rating
3.5 out of 5

...Very good handling and stopping in dry or wet, and they ride nice and quiet...

A great compromise between performance and all weather traction if you live in an area that does not get much snow or ice in winter. Very good handling and stopping in dry or wet, and they ride nice and quiet. Tread life so far is good. I have hit a few potholes with no tire damage so pretty tough for this class of tires. While reviews seem to indicate they are one of the best high performance all season tires in the snow, they are barely passable based on my experience in NJ where we have experienced a few good sized storms. Previously I had a set of Michelin Primacy Tour A/S tires which were much better in winter, but not as good handling in the other seasons.

Vehicle: 2017 Mazda Mazda6 Grand Touring
Miles Driven on Tires: 18,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: PENNINGTON, NJ
Driving Style: Average

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406 reviews mention "Winter Traction"

  • 333 positive
  • 73 negative

Most customers rate winter traction between 8-10, highlighting confident grip in light snow. While a few lower scores note challenges in severe conditions, the Pilot Sport All-Season 4 delivers reliable performance for its category.

January 22, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.7 out of 5 Star Rating
4.7 out of 5

...They're really good in snow to my surprise, durable and quiet...

Oh man, i put these on a set of motegis and then got lowering springs after buying these tires so i would say im a very fair judge of getting the most out of these tires.

They handle GREAT, they stick nicely in corners, give all kinds of confidence behind the wheel, theyre really good in snow to my surprise, durable and quiet.

I already knew what i was getting and they exceeded expectations. They also have held up well even with hard cornering.

Vehicle: 2009 Nissan Versa Hatchback S
Miles Driven on Tires: 3,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway
Location: COLLEGEVILLE, PA
Driving Style: Spirited

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January 03, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

Cornering performance good, does well in light snow experienced...

Cornering performance good, does well in light snow experienced, smooth and quiet ride.

Vehicle: 2020 Porsche Macan S
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,500
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: MALVERN, PA
Driving Style: Easy Going

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977 reviews mention "Dry Traction"

  • 961 positive
  • 16 negative

Customers overwhelmingly rate dry traction as excellent, with most scores 9s and 10s. The Pilot Sport All Season 4 delivers confident grip and responsive handling in dry conditions, excelling as expected for an ultra-high performance all-season tire.

January 13, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.2 out of 5 Star Rating
4.2 out of 5

...Corners I used to squeal around I now take faster with zero noise or drama. Dry traction is amazing, wet is better as well...

I love these tires! So much better than the Firestones that came as stock on my Si. Corners I used to squeal around I now take faster with zero noise or drama. Dry traction is amazing, wet is better as well. The steering response took a little getting used to, the Firestones were more "instant" while these seem a little less authoritative, like with the Firestones you'd look where you wanted to go and already be going that direction, while the PS4s need a little more nudging to get going in the right direction. With that said, they are much better at maintaining straight line cruising and don't catch or drift nearly as much.

Vehicle: 2022 Honda Civic Si
Miles Driven on Tires: 10,500
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: CAMPBELL, CA
Driving Style: Spirited

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January 20, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...These tires hold the road in any weather condition (wet or dry/hot or freezing). No tire noise. Just grip on the road...

Had TIRE RACK send these tires to my preferred service garage, which can install tires, balance each wheel, and complete alignments.
These tires hold the road in any weather condition (wet or dry/hot or freezing).
No tire noise. Just grip on the road. Warm them up with light driving just as you warm up the engine and then go.
Do plenty of driving tours year-round with these tires. Worth it!

Vehicle: 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster S
Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: BLUFFTON, SC
Driving Style: Spirited

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975 reviews mention "Ride Quality"

  • 921 positive
  • 54 negative

Customers rate comfort 9s and 10s, praising smooth ride and low noise. Excellent refinement aligns with Ultra High Performance All-Season expectations.

February 11, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
N/A out of 5 Star Rating
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Purchased these to obtain a quieter and more comfortable ride on the highway. The improvement is quite noticeable.

Purchased these to obtain a quieter and more comfortable ride on the highway. The improvement is quite noticeable.

Vehicle: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe Z51 Package
Miles Driven on Tires: 500
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: NAPLES, FL
Driving Style: Average

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February 03, 2026
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4.3 out of 5 Star Rating
4.3 out of 5

...The ride is even pretty good considering the size is 245-35 20...

These Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 4's have been the ideal match to my '21 Arteon SEL-P. So much better all-around than the OE Continentals. The ride is even pretty good considering the size is 245-35 20. Would I buy again? I Sure would and probably will as this Arteon is quickly becoming a favorite daily driver.

Vehicle: 2021 Volkswagen Arteon 4MOTION
Miles Driven on Tires: 6,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: BRADENTON, FL
Driving Style: Spirited

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711 reviews mention "Treadwear"

  • 607 positive
  • 104 negative

Most customers rate treadwear as excellent, with scores predominantly 9s and 10s. The Pilot Sport All Season 4 demonstrates strong durability for an ultra-high performance all-season tire, with many noting impressive longevity. While a few lower scores exist, the majority reflect confidence in its wear resistance over time.

February 18, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.4 out of 5 Star Rating
4.4 out of 5

...So far, they wear better than Continental Extreme that only had 19000 miles on when replaced...

To new to give detailed review. So far, they wear better than Continental Extreme that only had 19000 miles on when replaced. Keeping my fingers crossed!

Vehicle: 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350 4MATIC Sedan
Miles Driven on Tires: 600
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: GALLATIN, TN
Driving Style: Spirited

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February 07, 2026
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5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...Get 70,000 to 85,000 miles.

Best tires. This is my 3rd set. Get 70,000 to 85,000 miles.

Vehicle: 2002 BMW 325i Sedan Standard Package
Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SONOMA, CA
Driving Style: Spirited

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January 21, 2026
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4.4 out of 5 Star Rating
4.4 out of 5

My last set lasted about 22k miles, much longer than the Pirelli P-Zero's...

My last set lasted about 22k miles, much longer than the Pirelli P-Zero's and quieter.

Vehicle: 2020 Tesla Model Y Performance 255/35-21F 275/35-21R
Miles Driven on Tires: 22,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: HACIENDA HEIGHTS, CA
Driving Style: Spirited

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All-Terrain Tires Off-Road – 2025 Test 9(17:52)

In a Tire Rack first, we took popular On-Road, Off-Road, and Rugged All-Terrain, as well as Off-Road Max Traction tires, to an off-road driving park to see how these categories compare off the beaten path! As we continue to expand our testing program, we are working towards a full-scale off-road portion that aligns with the objective and subjective format of our road-focused testing. In the meantime, there’s no time like the present to kick up some dust and get a feel for these tires in an off-road environment. So, join us as TJ and Brent take a subjective ride in the sand, across river rock, and attempt a hill climb!



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Experience the Nitto Ridge Grappler(01:00)

The Ridge Grappler is Nitto’s Rugged All-Terrain tire that is perfectly at home on SUVs, Jeeps, and pickup trucks. Tires in this category need to be capable and durable off-road as well as maintaining some manners on-road. 

Testing Rugged All-Terrain Tires: Nitto Ridge Grappler(2:31)

The Nitto Ridge Grappler blends function and aesthetics. In a category where looks carry this much weight, just how well will it function?

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