Tests 76 · 20 tests Owners 68 · 1,235 reviews
Best test result: #4 of 20 in 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test (wear)
“Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun, very grippy especially in the wet”
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Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun vs Nexen N Blue HD+ — Compared
Relative Score (0–100): 60% professional tests, 40% owner reviews.
ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun leads, 72–70 Narrow edge
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Tests 69 · 5 tests Owners 70 · 80 reviews
Best test result: #2 of 10 in 2017 Mid Range Tyre Test (dry braking)
Category by category
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
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74
Dry
ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun +272Why this score
Source ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun N Blue HD+ Professional tests (TWG score) 78 73 Reviews found online 69 69 Dry Braking (% of best) 95% 100% Dry Handling (% of best) 99% 99% -
79
Wet
ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun +673Why this score
Source ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun N Blue HD+ Professional tests (TWG score) 84 73 Reviews found online 72 74 Wet Braking (% of best) 93% 92% Wet Handling (% of best) 98% 95% -
65
Comfort
N Blue HD+ +671Why this score
Source ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun N Blue HD+ Professional tests (TWG score) 65 70 Reviews found online 65 71 -
67
Noise
ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun +661Why this score
Source ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun N Blue HD+ Professional tests (TWG score) 67 58 -
69
Treadwear
ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun +465Why this score
Source ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun N Blue HD+ Professional tests (TWG score) 72 64 Reviews found online 65 67 -
68
Handling
N Blue HD+ +371Why this score
Source ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun N Blue HD+ Reviews found online 68 71
Scores at a glance
| Category | Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun | Nexen N Blue HD+ |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 72 | 70 |
| Dry | 74 | 72 |
| Wet | 79 | 73 |
| Comfort | 65 | 71 |
| Noise | 67 | 61 |
| Treadwear | 69 | 65 |
| Handling | 68 | 71 |
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Headline score
72
/ 100
ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
70
/ 100
N Blue HD+
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun | N Blue HD+ | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 95% #11/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 100% #2/10 · 2017 Mid Range Tyre Test | −4.5 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 99% #3/7 · 2025 Motor Low Rolling Resistance (AA) Tyre Test | 99% #13/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | +0.4 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 87% #7/8 · 2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | 77% #16/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | +10.5 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 98% #11/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 97% #8/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | +0.8 | Different tests |
| Value | Other | 80% #6/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 76% #9/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | +4.9 | Same test |
| Wear | Other | 89% #4/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 63% #15/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | +25.9 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 20% #5/7 · 2025 Motor Low Rolling Resistance (AA) Tyre Test | 5% #20/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | +15.0 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 96% #4/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 97% #5/12 · 2018 Gute Fahrt Summer Tyre Test | −0.9 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 93% #5/7 · 2025 Motor Low Rolling Resistance (AA) Tyre Test | 80% #5/11 · 2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test | +12.9 | Different tests |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 78% #10/11 · 2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test | 78% #9/11 · 2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test | 0.0 | Same test |
| Subj. Wet Handling | Subj | 80% #7/13 · 2019 Swedish Summer Tyre Test | 60% #9/11 · 2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test | +20.0 | Different tests |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Total | 0% #19/21 · 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | 0% #16/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 0.0 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 93% #7/8 · 2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | 92% #16/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | +1.0 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 98% #4/7 · 2025 Motor Low Rolling Resistance (AA) Tyre Test | 95% #10/11 · 2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test | +3.3 | Different tests |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
Pros
- Exceptionally low road noise and high cabin comfort
- Strong grip and stability in both wet and dry weather conditions
- Outstanding value for money compared to premium brands
Cons
- Some drivers report higher rolling resistance and slightly increased fuel consumption
- Soft sidewalls can lead to vague initial steering response or a less sporty feel during hard cornering
- Occasional complaints of a firmer, harsher ride over bumps depending on vehicle suspension and aspect ratio
Tire B N Blue HD+
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium brands
- High level of ride comfort and very low road noise
- Reliable and stable grip in both dry and wet conditions for normal driving
Cons
- Accelerated tread wear reported by some users
- Vague handling and loss of predictability when pushed hard or cornered aggressively
- Occasional reports of shoulder cracking or ruptures
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Positive
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
Community sentiment regarding the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun is generally positive, with specific praise noted for its strong wet grip. Users frequently evaluate it as an affordable alternative alongside other budget-friendly options for smaller or standard passenger vehicles.
Top themes
#wet weather performance#budget friendly options#tire size availability#grip and handling#eco-run efficiency
Based on 5 community posts
Tire B
Nexen N Blue HD+
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun | B · Nexen N Blue HD+ |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Which one should you actually buy?
72
/ 100
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
70
/ 100
Nexen N Blue HD+
Winner: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun — better wet, noise and treadwear. Pick the Nexen N Blue HD+ if comfort and handling matter most to you.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun scores 79 vs 73 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun scores 67 vs 61 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Nexen N Blue HD+ scores 71 vs 65 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun scores 69 vs 65 on treadwear.
Tire A · Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
Tire B · Nexen N Blue HD+
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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), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.