Nokian 20" All Season Tires (One HT) - Thoughts?

[Goose]

I finally had a chance to repeat the test drive I did a month ago on my AT+’s, only this time with the Nokian One HT. I drove to my favorite coffee shop in Redmond and then back to Bend for a round trip distance of 26 miles. Both drives were on dry pavement, temps in the low 60’s, negligible wind and driving exactly the speed limit.

The results were a little disappointing. My efficiency with the AT+’s was 1.9 mi/kWh and the Nokians came in at 2.1 which was much less than I had hoped for. I suppose a longer drive might have been more revealing.

One factor I question is since the Nokian is an LT tire with a higher weight rating, should I tamper with the inflation pressure. I put that question to Discount Tire and the service agent said to follow the Rivian recommended inflation of 48 psi. On the drive home I noticed that my tires had been inflated to 52 psi so the next day I stopped by and asked the tech who swapped my tires what the deal was and he said he felt one should increase the psi when switching to a higher weight rating tire.

Thoughts anyone?

Yes, your tires can carry max load at 80psi. Going up to 60, or even higher, will not hurt anything. If I were you I would start at 60 or 65, go for a drive and see how the efficiency looks and the ride feels.

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[Mikers]

That's a 10% gain, nothing to snub your nose at.

FWIW, I got 2.46 mi/kWh today from Gig Harbor-ish to Port Angeles and back, mostly 50s-60s temps and speed, on 20" ATs in all purpose/low/stiff.

IRT tire pressure, I've read people pumping LTs capable of max 80psi up to 60psi... Anyone want to chime in?

Agreed! My all terrains got loud at about 18K miles. If I can replace them with AS tires with the same size and gain 5-10% efficiency, quiet ride and meets (exceeds) the load rating, at a lower cost I am happy .

 

[caiudalmau]

Agreed! My all terrains got loud at about 18K miles. If I can replace them with AS tires with the same size and gain 5-10% efficiency, quiet ride and meets (exceeds) the load rating, at a lower cost I am happy .

Yep, I was thinking about the Pirelli AS3+ in 275/60R20, that looks has about a 15-20% range gain, but with this one you don't need to recalibrate the car, even though the gain is more 5-10%. Might be a good alternative to not have to visit the Service Center but still gain range.

 

[Riviot]

Yep, I was thinking about the Pirelli AS3+ in 275/60R20, that looks has about a 15-20% range gain, but with this one you don't need to recalibrate the car, even though the gain is more 5-10%. Might be a good alternative to not have to visit the Service Center but still gain range.

Hopefully a future update addresses tire size... there's more to it than just speedo, it's also cameras, ride heights/suspension, etc. These aren't basic California boi Teslas, they're mean, green, climbing machines!

 

[kayabusa]

I got the nokians... Here is the actual weight of the tires. 52.60 Lbs. and some pictures to illustrate the size comparing with the AT's

I'm going to measure an average daily commute starting tomorrow morning for 7 days to take an average and then I will make the switch.

My setup with AT's: 50 Psi.
100% city driving - All purpose - Suspension Medium height - Soft - Tonneau closed - no cargo.
Miami, Fl temperatures ( avg 86° / 77°)
Daily commute distance is 21 miles (total) , 100% city. With some occasional hwy driving.

Anything else I'm missing ?

 

[caiudalmau]

I got the nokians... Here is the actual weight of the tires. 52.60 Lbs. and some pictures to illustrate the size comparing with the AT's

I'm going to measure an average daily commute starting tomorrow morning for 7 days to take an average and then I will make the switch.

My setup with AT's: 50 Psi.
100% city driving - All purpose - Suspension Medium height - Soft - Tonneau closed - no cargo.
Miami, Fl temperatures ( avg 86° / 77°)
Daily commute distance is 21 miles (total) , 100% city. With some occasional hwy driving.

Anything else I'm missing ?

Is it me or they look bigger diameter than the ATs?

 

[kayabusa]

Is it me or they look bigger diameter than the ATs?

I think is the perspective, besides I have 8,000 miles on the AT's and they are mounted with 7000 lbs on top of it.

 

[caiudalmau]

I think is the perspective, besides I have 8,000 miles on the AT's and they are mounted with 7000 lbs on top of it.

Can't wait for the results. I think you need to give the new tires a couple of days before starting to mesure though

 

[kayabusa]

Can't wait for the results. I think you need to give the new tires a couple of days before starting to mesure though

Good to know. I will.

 

[Riviot]

Anything else I'm missing ?

Tread depth of ATs vs HTs... A little anecdotal evidence for your wear rate.

 

[TheCaDean]

I'm looking for a good set of All-Seasons to complement the 20" wheels on my R1T. Has anyone had the opportunity to try these Nokian's out? I've heard good things about the manufacturer but can't find any Rivian specific test cases out in the wild. It was always my plan to swap out the ATs for the majority of my driving, which will be on the highway, I just didn't want to worry about the less supported 21" size or the smaller side wall of the 22s (I have an unfortunate history with potholes where I live).

They highlight Rivian as a supported vehicle so I'm assuming the vehicle weight won't be an issue here. My main questions surround the impact to ride, road volume and range. If not these tires, any suggestions on other options would be great. Thanks!

https://www.nokiantires.com/rivian/

https://www.nokiantires.com/all-season-tires/nokian-tyres-one-ht/

so long as they can handle the weight. ie E rated go for it. anything has to be better than the OEM crap. Just wish they made a 21 inch option. Many of us are now struck with the Rivian orphan sizes and obsolete rim standards.

 

[RWerksman]

Im really, really interested in hearing how testing goes on this.

 

[kayabusa]

The test is ongoing with the AT tires until next Monday. That day I will do the switch.

 

[JACE]

I had Discount Tire install a set of the Nokian One HT 275/65/R20 just this week. It’s too soon to speak to range or efficiency but they are a lot quieter than the Pirelli AT+. Pretty much the equivalent of switching from any snow tire to any summer tire. I like the fact that they are the same size so no reconfiguration of the vehicle is necessary.

Rhumbliner, any updates on your Nokian One HT experience? Any concrete range data you were able to gather vs. the AT tires?

 

[Puttyandnapalm]

I’m hovering at about 4% increase in range.
I’ve been measuring my commute of which I averaged 2.45 with the AT/s. With the Nokians I’ve been averaging 2.55 on the same commute.

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