Nitto Nomad Grappler 215/65R17
Nitto Nomad Grappler 215/65R17 XL 103T On-Road All-Terrain Tire 212020
💡 Is the Nitto Nomad Grappler 215/65R17 a Good Tire?
The Nitto Nomad Grappler 215/65R17 is an all-season on-road all-terrain tire designed for mid-size SUVs and crossovers. It delivers balanced dry and wet performance with moderate off-road capability thanks to its hybrid tread design that combines highway comfort with light trail traction. Ride comfort is good for the all-terrain category with acceptable road noise, though tread life is average compared to dedicated highway tires. Rated Excellent by TireRack based on 164 consumer surveys, it provides versatile year-round performance but is not optimized for severe winter conditions or aggressive off-roading. Currently priced from $190, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Nitto Nomad Grappler 215/65R17 is an all-season on-road all-terrain tire designed for CUV, SUV, and pickup truck drivers who prioritize versatile performance and comfortable everyday driving with light off-road capability. Its tread design and compound focus on traction balance across dry, wet, and loose surface conditions while maintaining on-road comfort through noise reduction technology.
The tire features a symmetric tread pattern with interlocking tread blocks that have tapered edges for enhanced grip, plus variable pitch tread blocks of different sizes to reduce road noise. Two wide, staggered circumferential grooves work with lateral notches to evacuate water effectively, while triangular sipes within the tread blocks provide wet and light snow traction sufficient to earn the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) certification. Driver feedback points to excellent wet and dry handling with strong comfort levels, indicating predictable performance across varied conditions.
Compared to highway-focused tires, it adds off-road traction while maintaining reasonable on-road manners. Overall, it's a solid choice for SUVs and trucks used primarily for daily driving with occasional trail or light off-road adventures in all-season conditions.
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| Tire | Price | Rating | Best For | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
★Nitto Nomad Grappler 215/65R17 🏔️ All-terrain capability | $190 | ⭐ Excellent (164 reviews) | Daily commuting with occasional light off-road excursions | 🌤️ All Season |
🛣️ Comfort-focused touring | $117.23 | ⭐ Good (154 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in varied weather | 🌤️ All Season |
❄️ Dedicated winter tire | $158.99 | ⭐ Excellent (31 reviews) | Winter driving in snow and ice conditions | ❄️ Winter |
🌤️ All-season versatility | $167.77 | ⭐ N/A | Daily commuting in mixed weather conditions | 🌤️ All Season |
🛣️ Touring all-season | $168.74 | ⭐ Good (30 reviews) | Daily commuting in crossovers and SUVs | 🌤️ All Season |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"Competitive in its class, this all-terrain tire delivers solid year-round performance for drivers who split time between pavement and light trails. The T speed rating may limit highway performance for some drivers."
