93
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
94/100
558 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Cooper CS5 Grand Touring vs Nexen N Fera RU5 — Compared (September 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
90/100
18 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Cooper CS5 Grand Touring — better handling, dry and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
CS5 Grand Touring leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | CS5 Grand Touring | N Fera RU5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 87 |
| America's Tire owners | 97 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
CS5 Grand Touring leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | CS5 Grand Touring | N Fera RU5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 87 |
| America's Tire owners | 93 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
CS5 Grand Touring leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | CS5 Grand Touring | N Fera RU5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 55 | 97 |
| America's Tire owners | 94 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
CS5 Grand Touring leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | CS5 Grand Touring | N Fera RU5 |
|---|---|---|
| America's Tire owners | 92 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
CS5 Grand Touring leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | CS5 Grand Touring | N Fera RU5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 90 |
| America's Tire owners | 88 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
CS5 Grand Touring leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | CS5 Grand Touring | N Fera RU5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 55 | 83 |
| America's Tire owners | 94 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Cooper CS5 Grand Touring | Nexen N Fera RU5 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 93 | 88 |
| Dry | 97 | 91 |
| Wet | 93 | 88 |
| Snow | – | 76 |
| Comfort | 94 | 92 |
| Noise | 92 | 91 |
| Treadwear | 88 | 87 |
| Handling | 94 | 83 |
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Headline score
93
/ 100
Tire A
88
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
The Nexen N'Fera RU5 is widely regarded as a high-value tire that delivers performance comparable to premium brands at a significantly lower price point. While most users praise its wet-weather traction, longevity, and comfort, there is a notable divide regarding its winter capabilities, with some users reporting poor performance in snow.
Pros
- Exceptional value for the price compared to premium competitors
- Strong wet-weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- Impressive tread life and durability
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
Cons
- Inconsistent performance in snow and icy conditions
- Potential for flat-spotting in cold temperatures
- Marketed as all-season but perceived by some as better suited for summer/wet climates
Observations
- Users on larger 20-inch wheels reported a significant improvement in noise levels and comfort compared to factory-fitted performance tires.
- The tire demonstrates high durability on front-wheel-drive configurations, with some users reporting significantly higher mileage compared to other performance-oriented brands.
Community buzz
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Positive
Cooper CS5 Grand Touring
Community members frequently inquire about the compatibility and longevity of the Cooper CS5 Grand Touring tires across various vehicles like the Toyota Highlander, Corolla, Subaru, and Honda Odyssey. Users who own them report high satisfaction, highlighting quiet rides, smooth handling, and favorable comparisons to competitors like Michelin Defenders.
Top themes
#Treadwear and Longevity#Ride Comfort and Quietness#Wet and Winter Traction#Price and Value#Vehicle Compatibility
Based on 5 community posts
Tire B
Nexen N Fera RU5
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Cooper CS5 Grand Touring | B · Nexen N Fera RU5 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Touring tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | 11 - 12/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 780 A A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 80,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | — |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
93
/ 100
Cooper
88
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Cooper CS5 Grand Touring — better handling, dry and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Cooper CS5 Grand Touring scores 94 vs 83 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Cooper CS5 Grand Touring scores 97 vs 91 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Cooper CS5 Grand Touring scores 93 vs 88 on wet.
Tire A · Cooper CS5 Grand Touring
Tire B · Nexen N Fera RU5
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.