77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
75/100
3 professional tests
User signal (40%)
79/100
12 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Falken FK510 SUV vs Nexen Arrowspeed CP661 — 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.
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77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
12 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Falken FK510 SUV and Nexen Arrowspeed CP661 are within 2 points overall. Falken FK510 SUV is stronger on wet, dry and handling. Nexen Arrowspeed CP661 is stronger on comfort and treadwear.
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Category breakdown
6 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)
FK510 SUV leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | FK510 SUV | Arrowspeed CP661 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 97 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 81 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
FK510 SUV leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | FK510 SUV | Arrowspeed CP661 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 93 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 74 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Arrowspeed CP661 leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | FK510 SUV | Arrowspeed CP661 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 26 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 76 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | FK510 SUV | Arrowspeed CP661 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 78 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Arrowspeed CP661 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | FK510 SUV | Arrowspeed CP661 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | 80 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
FK510 SUV leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | FK510 SUV | Arrowspeed CP661 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 75 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Falken FK510 SUV | Nexen Arrowspeed CP661 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 77 |
| Dry | 93 | 81 |
| Wet | 90 | 74 |
| Comfort | 48 | 76 |
| Noise | 87 | – |
| Treadwear | 67 | 80 |
| Handling | 82 | 75 |
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Headline score
77
/ 100
Tire A
77
/ 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.
The Falken FK510 SUV is widely regarded as a high-value performance tire that delivers excellent dry handling, comfort, and noise suppression. While users consistently praise its competitive pricing and road manners, the consensus is divided regarding tread longevity, with several reports of premature wear on performance-oriented SUVs.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium brands
- Superior dry handling and traction
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Strong performance in spirited driving scenarios
Cons
- Short tread life and rapid wear
- Potential for reduced fuel economy
- Inconsistent wet weather performance reported by some users
- Soft sidewalls may lead to edge wear if pressures are not managed
Observations
- Performance-oriented SUVs like the Porsche Cayenne GTS and Mercedes C43 show significantly accelerated tread wear.
- Users report that the tire's soft sidewall construction enhances ride comfort but requires careful attention to alignment and tire pressure to prevent uneven edge wear.
The Nexen Arrowspeed CP661 is widely regarded as a high-value budget tire that delivers reliable performance for daily commuting and light-duty vehicles. While some users report concerns regarding long-term sidewall integrity, the consensus highlights a favorable balance of wet-weather grip, low road noise, and impressive tread longevity for the price point.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium brands
- High tread longevity and durability on light vehicles
- Predictable handling in both wet and dry conditions
- Low road noise levels
Cons
- Reports of premature sidewall cracking or splitting
- Performance limitations during high-speed wet weather driving
- Initial 'loose' feeling during the break-in period
Observations
- Users report excellent longevity on light, low-powered vehicles like the Fiat Punto and Toyota Yaris, with some achieving over 30,000 miles.
- The tire is noted to handle the soft suspension of smaller hatchbacks effectively, providing stable cornering despite vehicle limitations.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Falken FK510 SUV | B · Nexen Arrowspeed CP661 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Falken
77
/ 100
Nexen
Too close to call: Falken FK510 SUV and Nexen Arrowspeed CP661 are within 2 points overall. Falken FK510 SUV is stronger on wet, dry and handling. Nexen Arrowspeed CP661 is stronger on comfort and treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Nexen Arrowspeed CP661 scores 76 vs 48 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Falken FK510 SUV scores 90 vs 74 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Nexen Arrowspeed CP661 scores 80 vs 67 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Falken FK510 SUV scores 93 vs 81 on dry.
Tire A · Falken FK510 SUV
Tire B · Nexen Arrowspeed CP661
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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.