Nitto Neo Gen 205/50R15

Nitto Neo Gen 205/50R15 XL 89V Ultra High Performance All-Season Tire 185290

β˜€οΈ SummerπŸ’° $114πŸ“ 205/50R15πŸš— Truck

About This Tire

The Nitto Neo Gen 205/50R15 is an ultra high performance all-season tire designed for drivers of sports cars, sporty coupes, and performance sedans who prioritize precise handling and all-season capability in everyday driving. Its asymmetric tread design and silica-reinforced compound focus on balancing dry performance with wet traction and light snow capability.

The tire features large outer shoulder blocks for increased road contact and cornering stability, while two wide circumferential grooves work with slanted three-dimensional tread blocks to evacuate water and resist hydroplaning. Nitto's 3D Multiwave sipes with interlocking ripples provide adaptive control by locking together during braking in wet and winter conditions, and the continuous inner shoulder block design reduces flex to enhance stability and tread life. With 20 driver evaluations providing real-world feedback, the Neo Gen shows consistent performance across varied driving conditions.

Compared to performance-oriented tires, it emphasizes all-season versatility and comfort while maintaining sporty handling characteristics. Overall, it's a solid choice for performance vehicle owners used primarily for daily driving and spirited road use in varied weather conditions.

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TirePriceRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Nitto Neo Gen 205/50R15
🏁 Ultra high performance
$114⭐ N/A (20 reviews)Sports car daily drivingβ˜€οΈ Summer
🏁 Sport-oriented all-season
$95.99⭐ Good (322 reviews)Sports coupe and performance sedan daily driving🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$133.77⭐ Excellent (712 reviews)Year-round daily commuting in moderate climates🌀️ All Season
β˜€οΈ Summer performance
$180.99⭐ Good (68 reviews)Track day enthusiasts and autocross competitorsβ˜€οΈ Summer
β˜€οΈ Summer performance
$187⭐ Good (64 reviews)Track day events and autocross competitionβ˜€οΈ Summer
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Nitto Neo Gen 205/50R15
🏁 Ultra high performance
Price
$114
Rating
⭐ ⭐ N/A (20 reviews)
Best For
Sports car daily driving
Season
β˜€οΈ Summer
Hankook Ventus V2 concept2 205/50R15
🏁 Sport-oriented all-season
Price
$95.99
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (322 reviews)
Best For
Sports coupe and performance sedan daily driving
Season
🌀️ All Season
Vredestein Quatrac 5 205/50R15
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$133.77
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Excellent (712 reviews)
Best For
Year-round daily commuting in moderate climates
Season
🌀️ All Season
Yokohama ADVAN NEOVA AD09 205/50R15
β˜€οΈ Summer performance
Price
$180.99
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (68 reviews)
Best For
Track day enthusiasts and autocross competitors
Season
β˜€οΈ Summer
Continental ExtremeContact Force 205/50R15
β˜€οΈ Summer performance
Price
$187
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (64 reviews)
Best For
Track day events and autocross competition
Season
β˜€οΈ Summer

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Key Features

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Asymmetric Design
Large outer shoulder blocks increase road contact for improved cornering and dry traction performance.
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Water Evacuation
Two wide circumferential grooves and slanted 3D tread blocks work together to resist hydroplaning.
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3D Multiwave Sipes
Interlocking ripples in shoulder blocks provide adaptive control by locking together during wet and winter braking.
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Silica Compound
Reinforced compound balances performance characteristics across different weather conditions.
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Stability Design
Continuous inner shoulder blocks reduce flex to enhance stability and extend tread life.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Sports car daily drivingβœ“ Performance sedan commutingβœ“ Year-round spirited drivingβœ“ Mixed weather conditions
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Specifications

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Size
205/50R15
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Load Index
89
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Speed Rating
V
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TireRack Ratings

Survey Ratings20 reviews
CategoryUltra High Performance All-Season

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Nitto Neo Gen 205/50R15 XL 89V Ultra High Performance All-Season Tire 185290
Size205/50R15
Seasonβ˜€οΈ Summer
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