The Nitto NT421Q tires receive mixed reviews, with a majority of customers praising their performance and comfort, while a few report issues with tread wear and ride quality.
The Nitto NT421Q tires generally receive positive feedback for their handling, comfort, and overall performance. Many users report a significant improvement over their previous tires, particularly in ride quality and handling. However, there are concerns about tread life, with some customers experiencing faster wear than expected. The tires seem to perform well in various weather conditions, but their longevity may vary depending on the vehicle and driving conditions.
Positive highlights
Excellent handling and cornering grip. Comfortable and quiet ride. Improved vehicle performance compared to original tires. Great value for the price. Smooth and precise handling. Good wet traction.
Negative highlights
Some users report poor tread life, with tires wearing out quickly (15,000-20,000 miles). Instances of uneven wear (cupping) reported. A few customers experienced harsh rides at higher tire pressures. One report of poor dry braking grip on a heavy vehicle.
Scorecard
Dry
4.6
Wet
4.6
Winter
3.8
Comfort
4.5
Noise
4.2
Treadwear
3
19 SimpleTire reviews
cody
4.5
Ford Explorer 2017 XLT
Verified Customer
Jun 27, 2024
got 45k from a 75k tire....fairly dissapointed
Would you buy again?No
Miles driven on tires30k+
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
4
Comfort
5
Noise
4
Treadwear
3
William
4.5
acura mdx 2011 base
Verified Customer
May 23, 2024
I have over 50k miles on these tires.
AWD MDX isn't easy on tires and I don't expect 70k but 50-60k is acceptable and I love these tires and will order another set.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires30k+
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
4
Comfort
4
Noise
4
Treadwear
4
William
4.5
Acura MDX 2011 base
Verified Customer
Oct 11, 2023
Tires are at 50k with tread left. Zero problems.
Rides a little harsh at 35psi. Smoother at 32. Hoping to run 20k more but will be ok with 10k. Great tire for the money.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
5
Comfort
4
Noise
4
Treadwear
4
Chris
5
Dodge Ram 1500 2004 SLT Quad Cab
Verified Customer
Aug 26, 2023
These have been very good tires.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires10k - 14k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
5
Comfort
5
Noise
4
Treadwear
5
Patricia
2
Jeep Cherokee 2017 Limited 4x4
Verified Customer
Jul 21, 2023
I am not really happy with these tires
My car shakes when I drive it, already had my wheels balanced twice
Would you buy again?No
Miles driven on tires15k - 19k
Scorecard
Dry
1
Wet
3
Comfort
1
Noise
3
Treadwear
2
Carlton
4.5
Toyota Highlander 2012 hybrid-limited
Verified Customer
Aug 15, 2022
Best tire I have ever had. Period! Beats Defenders
Nothing like them. Silky, noiseless ride despite the aggressive shoulders capable of sport cornering. I once came up on a man down in the middle of my lane on a blind rise, and whipped around him like a race car driver. In a Toyota Highlander, no less. Only things better in snow and ice are dedicated winter tires.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
4
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
4
Mike
3.5
Dodge Challenger 2017 T/A 392
Verified Customer
Jul 4, 2022
SimpleTire as always delivers. However, as far as the tire... my biggest gripe is the tread wear. Didn't last over 15k miles. They performed as expected though on my '17 Scatpack.
Would you buy again?No
Miles driven on tires10k - 14k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Comfort
4
Noise
2
Treadwear
2
Dan
4
Honda CR-V 2013 EX-L
Verified Customer
Feb 2, 2021
Tires are fine, not sure I would ever waste my time with Simple Tire again after all the issues I had just to get my tires. Weeks and a lot of back and forth many times.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
4
Wet
4
Winter
4
Comfort
4
Noise
4
Treadwear
4
Greg
2.5
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2015 LT (22 Inch Option)
Verified Customer
Sep 14, 2020
2015 Silverado factory 22" wheels. Running OE recommended air pressure resulted in cupping of tires on center tread to the point of wearing to the treadbars within 18,000 miles while outer portions of the tire have 50% more tread still. Verified air pressure on a weekly basis using high quality pressure gauge (did not have this problem with my other 2 vehicles which I maintain with the same pressure gauge). Dry braking grip is horrible with this tire on my vehicle. I would not recommend this tire for a heavy vehicle such as mine.
Would you buy again?No
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
2
Wet
3
Winter
3
Comfort
3
Noise
3
Treadwear
1
Ryan
5
Verified Customer
Nov 20, 2019
I am now a true believer in the Nitto brand. I bought these to replace the stock Kumho tires that came on my 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe. Just for information reasons, these tires did need some breaking in, which seemed to take about 2000 miles. The ride improved drastically compared to the previous tires that were on the car. It changed the car completely and couldn't be happier. Wet traction is also fantastic. Highly recommend Nitto to anyone.
The Nitto NT421Q is an all-season tire designed for crossovers and SUVs that offers drivers an innovative asymmetric tread with built-in wear indicators, an interlocking sipe design for wet or wintry conditions, and a reinforced shoulder for great handling.
Features & Benefits
All-season tread
Black sidewall
Inner segment of the tread improves performance in wet or wintry conditions
Shoulder tread blocks reinforced for accurate handling
Protected by Nitto's 75,000 mile limited manufacturer's tread life warranty for H- and V-rated sizes (60,000 mile for W-rated sizes)
Nitto's NT421Q is designed for sporty crossovers and SUVs and features larger reinforced tread blocks at the shoulder for responsive handling and an added layer of rubber at the shoulder for durability. The all-season tread of the NT421Q includes an asymmetric pattern with three circumferential grooves to help resist hydroplaning and a dense network of 3D sipes, with extra sipes on the tread's inboard side for winter performance. Nitto's innovative maintenance indicators are built into the tread grooves to give drivers an early heads-up to uneven or excessive tread wear.
Yes, Nitto NT421Q tires are a good choice for drivers of CUVs and SUVs that need strong traction and handling performance in dry, wet, and light winter weather conditions, a quiet, comfortable ride, and a longer tread life.
Nitto NT421Q tires are backed by a 75,000 mile limited manufacturer tread life warranty for H- and V-rated sizes, and a 60,000 mile limited manufacturer tread life warranty for W-rated sizes. This means that the NT421Q is expected to last at least 60,000 or 75,000 miles, depending on the tire's speed rating, assuming proper use, maintenance, and rotation are followed/
NT421Q tires are either made at Nitto's factory in Japan or at their state-of-the-art United States factory in Georgia.
No, Nitto NT421Q tires are not directional. The NT421Q features an asymmetrical tread pattern that increases traction and handling performance year-round while also allowing the tire to be rotated to any position of a CUV or SUV.
Yes, the Nitto NT421Q can be used in light snow thanks to large, open grooves on the inside of the tread that increase grip on wintry roads. The NT421Q is not Three Peak Mountain Snowflake certified, so it should not be used in moderate to severe winter weather conditions.
No, the Nitto NT421Q is not a noisy tire. The NT42Q's asymmetrical tread pattern and optimized design reduce road noises and vibrations to create a quiet, comfortable ride for drivers and passengers.