Best Tires for the Toyota Hilux

Does exactly what it says on the label. Replaced BF Goodrich KO2’s, simply because of the disastrous fuel economy.
Much more comfortable on road and just as good for traction on soil.
Tire wear is not going to be as good but fuel economy, more than makes up for that.
Huge improvement in wet grip on hard surfaces, KO2’s are so hard that they just slide.

I’ve been extremely impressed with these all-terrain tires in every condition I’ve used them. On dry roads, the grip is excellent – the car feels planted and stable even at higher speeds and during confident cornering. Steering response is precise, and there’s no vague or floaty feeling that I sometimes associate with all-terrain tires.

In wet conditions, the performance has been just as reassuring. Water dispersal is very effective, and I’ve experienced strong traction when accelerating, braking, and cornering in heavy rain. Compared to previous road-focused tires I’ve used, these inspire at least the same level of confidence, if not more, especially when the road surface is less than perfect.

Off-road and on mixed terrain is where these tires truly shine. Whether driving on gravel, dirt, grass, or muddy surfaces, traction remains consistent and predictable. The tires handle transitions between surfaces smoothly, which makes them ideal for both daily driving and weekend adventures.

Comfort has exceeded my expectations. Despite the rugged tread, road noise is minimal, and the ride quality is smooth and well-damped. Long journeys are comfortable, with no noticeable increase in vibration or harshness compared to standard tires I’ve used before.

Wear rate has also been excellent so far. After significant mileage, the tread shows very even wear, which suggests strong durability and good value over time. Overall, these all-terrain tires deliver an outstanding balance of grip, comfort, and longevity, making them one of the best tire choices I’ve had on my car

Used commercially for towing and off road work, they grip very well on road, relatively well off road (but they're not bfg at equivalent).. they do seem a little soft, they wear quickly and seem to puncture easily. More of a road tire that can go off road well than an off road tire. I do like the tire, a good compromise

I put a set of these on a 2000 Toyota hilux and I can't find fault with them, they replaced bfg all terrains an awful tire with very little wet grip, the toyos grip in the wet or dry is excellent and off road in mud the grip if far better than expected. When we fitted them the green circle was lined with the valve stem and out of 5 tires none needed any balance weights fitting. I will definitely buy them again without hesitation, excellent quality.

Used on a Hilux with air lockers and heavy loads. Mine are the LT light truck construction. Constantly being aired down to suit rocky and muddy conditions. Recently completed a 15,000 km road trip around New Zealand S Island doing as many of the high country 4WD tracks as possible. As usual we got some snotty comments from the guys with big MTs but there was nowhere we couldn’t go. We completed some proper hardcore tracks needing low range first and second gear fully locked for long stretches to get up (and down). Tires at ~15-20psi. Truck (which is heavy) handled the long distance tarmac drives no problem at relatively high pressures - 45 front, 60 rear. Long distance gravel roads down south I tend to air down to 30s. Extremely happy with the performance of this tire which is an all round excellent performer. It might not look particularly flash like a lot of these chunky off-road tires but it is very tough. The only time it struggles which is quite funny is in a flat muddy paddock full of cow pats. If the tires get clogged up with mud & poop they can be useless on flat wet grass. Which can be embarrassing…

4 K02's where fitted in September 2022 @ 10700km. I was told to expect 80-100k km life. I do drive many tar roads and do a bit of towing . I found them very noisy and rather a hard ride. Although they have been good in the wet, not so much in the dry .
But most disappointing, after the price tag, they need to be replaced now in January 2025 @ 149000km.
I appreciate that I may be a bit of an aggressive driver but, in my opinion, to only last 42000km is shocking !