The Motivo is Nitto's Ultra High Performance All-Season tire for drivers of sports cars, sporty coupes, and performance sedans seeking a balance of quiet comfort, precise handling, and capable all-season performance.
The Motivo's all-season compound is molded into an asymmetric pattern engineered to minimize perceptible noise for a quiet on-road experience. Large outboard tread blocks are designed to enhance grip and cornering in dry conditions, and the continuous solid center rib contributes to a confident on-center feel and straight-line stability for braking and acceleration. Four wide circumferential grooves work with lateral notches and open shoulder slots to effectively evacuate water for increased wet traction and hydroplaning resistance. Nitto's 3D Multiwave sipe technology in the inboard and outboard tread blocks allows the sipes to lock together for stability while also creating biting edges for grip in slippery conditions. The siping and independent tread blocks in the shoulders combine with transverse notches in the center of the tread to provide capable light snow traction.
The internal construction of the Nitto Motivo consists of two wide steel belts atop a two-ply polyester casing. A single nylon reinforcement ply further stabilizes the tread for high-speed durability.
El neumático Motivo de Nitto pertenece a la categoría: Ultra Alto Rendimiento Para Toda Estación y fue fabricado para conductores de autos deportivos, cupé deportivo y sedanes de rendimiento, que buscan un balance entre confort, maniobrabilidad precisa y capacidad, para ser usado durante las cuatro estaciones del año.
El compuesto de caucho para toda estación del neumático Motivo es moldeado en un patrón asimétrico enfocado a disminuir el ruido y proporcionar una experiencia con bajo ruido en las carreteras. Bloques grandes en la parte externa de la huella han sido diseñados para mejorar la tracción en condiciones secas y al tomar curvas; un segmento central continuo sólido, contribuye a proporcionar un sentimiento de estar centrado y estabilidad, al frenar o acelerar en línea recta. Cuatro canales circunferenciales anchos trabajan conjuntamente con ranuras laterales y espacios en los hombros, para evacuar efectivamente el agua y aumentar tracción sobre superficies mojadas, al igual que la resistencia al deslizamiento sobre agua (hydroplaning). La tecnología "3D Multiwave sipe" de Nitto, utilizada en los bloques internos y externos, permite que pequeñas ranuras se cierren entre ellas para proporcionar mayor estabilidad, a la vez de, crear mayor cantidad de bordes adherentes, que aumentan la tracción sobre superficies en condiciones resbalosas. Pequeñas ranuras y bloques independientes en los hombros se combinan con ranuras transversales en el centro de la huella, para proporcionar tracción sobre superficies con poca nieve.
La construcción interna del Motivo cuenta con dos correas anchas de acero por encima de una estructura de dos capas de poliéster. Una capa de refuerzo de nailon aumenta, aún más, la estabilidad de la huella y proporciona mayor durabilidad por su uso a velocidades rápidas.
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Treadwear:5 Years / 60,000 Miles Half mileage for rear if different size than front
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Owners report excellent dry traction and responsive handling, with many reviewers giving perfect 10s for confident cornering and stability. Wet performance earns strong praise for reliable grip and hydroplaning resistance, though a few note slightly reduced confidence in heavy rain. Winter capabilities show mixed results-while some report decent light snow traction, others warn of poor ice performance. Comfort receives consistent 7-10 ratings for smooth ride quality, though road noise varies between models. Treadwear scores cluster in the 7-9 range, with multiple users noting satisfactory longevity for all-season use. Overall satisfaction highlights the tire's strengths in dry/wet conditions while acknowledging seasonal limitations.
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132 customers mention "Wet Traction"
108 positive
24 negative
Customers praise wet grip with many 9s-10s, noting confident handling in rain. Some report lower scores (0-6), indicating mixed hydroplaning resistance experiences. Most positive reviews highlight reliable wet performance for all-season use.
May 01, 2025(Verified Purchase)
4.4 out of 5
...Im in Florida & we get rain & these tires have done great in my opinion.
This is my 2nd purchase of Nitto Motivo tires. I love these tires. Affordable & made by a well known & reliable company (Toyo). They look great & they ride very well. Im in Florida & we get rain & these tires have done great in my opinion.
Vehicle: 2016 BMW X5 sDrive35i M Sport Miles Driven on Tires: 1,500 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: TAMPA, FL Driving Style: Spirited
...I've already driven through heavy rain at highway speeds, and they handle really well!...
Had the Motivo 365s installed on my Volvo XC90 last week, and they perform great. I’ve already driven through heavy rain at highway speeds, and they handle really well! They’re a definite upgrade from my previous tires—which will be great for our wet and snowy winters. Despite the more aggressive tread, they’re very quiet, just as advertised! Excited to see how they perform long-term, and I'm looking forward to testing them out on the snow.
Vehicle: 2018 Volvo XC90 T6 AWD Miles Driven on Tires: 300 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: CLOVIS, CA Driving Style: Average
...It is full-on rainy season here in Seattle and I was slightly worried about moving from an aggressive AT (crossover terrain) tire to the street look and compound of the Motivo 365. BUT straight away they are smooth as butter and handle very well on the cold and wet roads. I can still maneuver without any slipping
Swapped out the Nitto Nomad Grapplers for the Nitto Motivo 365 a few weeks ago on my Subaru Crosstrek. It is full-on rainy season here in Seattle and I was slightly worried about moving from an aggressive AT (crossover terrain) tire to the street look and compound of the Motivo 365. BUT straight away they are smooth as butter and handle very well on the cold and wet roads. I can still maneuver without any slipping and they are much quieter than the Nomads. The ride is noticeably better.
My only grievance is that the sidewall is flush with the wheel and has no side tread. However this would be expected from this type of tire and wouldn’t serve much purpose so I understand the design. I do miss having that buffer from the Nomads and I have to keep it in mind when doing anything off the pavement. They feel softer to the touch and the tread depth is much less aggressive; probably why the ride is so quiet and smooth! Very happy so far and they are a great quality tire, perfect for a rainy environment with the increased siping on the tread. Very smooth ride, grips the road, extremely quiet. I like them very much and would recommend them to anyone on their daily driver.
Vehicle: 2019 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i Premium Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000 Driving Conditions: All City Location: SEATTLE, WA Driving Style: Spirited
Customers report mixed winter traction, with many scoring 9s-10s for snow and ice grip, while others note struggles in deeper snow (scores 0-6). Most positive reviews highlight reliable performance in light winter conditions.
June 06, 2025(Verified Purchase)
4.3 out of 5
In addition to being a great all around performance tire, they are Surprisingly good in snow and ice
In addition to being a great all around performance tire, they are Surprisingly good in snow and ice
Vehicle: 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel Miles Driven on Tires: 8,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: MINDEN, NV Driving Style: Spirited
I got these installed on a particularly icy day in Michigan. I was pleased with how well they handled...
I got these installed on a particularly icy day in Michigan. I was pleased with how well they handled. Over the past month I've put just over a thousand miles on these tires and they have done great in all weather conditions. They are a huge improvement in performance, noise, and comfort compared to my all-season Michelin tires. Living in Michigan, love that these 3PMS rated.
Vehicle: 2009 Ford Flex FWD SEL Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: CALEDONIA, MI Driving Style: Average
Best performance tire around. 2nd set of Nitto's. 1st lasted beyond 60,000 mile warranty. Did very well in rain and decent in snow.
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 With All Season Tires Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: STERLING, VA Driving Style: Spirited
Customers praise dry traction with most scoring 9s and 10s for responsive handling and confident grip. Some note slightly lower scores (7-8) but still report reliable performance in dry conditions.
August 17, 2024(Verified Purchase)
3.8 out of 5
...dry performance outstanding.
tight looking tire. dry performance outstanding.
Vehicle: 2014 Honda Accord Sedan EX-L Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: ELLICOTT CITY, MD Driving Style: Spirited
Customers praise the ride comfort and low noise levels, with many scoring 9s and 10s. A few note harshness or noise issues (scores 0-3), but most find them smooth and quiet for all-season use.
October 06, 2024(Verified Purchase)
4.3 out of 5
...All fantastic tires, but I would say these Motivos are the most COMFORTABLE tires I've ever driven on. May not be top notch handling compared to some others, but for a daily driver these are fantastic bang for your buck!
I've used Michelins, Bridgestone, Falkens, Continental, etc. All fantastic tires, but I would say these Motivos are the most COMFORTABLE tires I've ever driven on. May not be top notch handling compared to some others, but for a daily driver these are fantastic bang for your buck!
Vehicle: 2009 Audi TTS 2.0T Quattro Coupe Miles Driven on Tires: 3,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: LEWISVILLE, TX Driving Style: Average
Customers praise treadwear with most scores 7-10, highlighting long-lasting performance. Some report premature wear issues, with scores as low as 0-6 indicating mixed durability experiences.
August 29, 2024(Verified Purchase)
4.6 out of 5
The tread wear, and longevity however are much better than the Goodyear...
The Nitto Motivo is an excellent tire. They have the same handling characteristics as the Goodyear tires my car was equipped with from the manufacturer. The tread wear, and longevity however are much better than the Goodyear. I would definitely buy this tire again, however I believe this model tire may be discontinued. Very unfortunate.
Vehicle: 2016 Chevrolet Impala Limited LTZ Miles Driven on Tires: 600 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: SANGER, CA Driving Style: Average
...Plenty of tread life ( 40k + miles) - Tough tires...
Overall a great tire. Plenty of tread life (40k + miles) - Tough tires. Great traction in high speed cornering. Amazing look over competitors. Hit a big metal tractor trailer ramp at 70 mph and had to replace a tire, other than that i’ve taken them around the country plenty of times and never had to replace one.
Vehicle: 2014 Ford Taurus FWD SEL Miles Driven on Tires: 50,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: SPRINGFIELD, MO Driving Style: Spirited
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