52
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
54/100
1 owner review
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Firestone Champion Fuel Fighter vs Nexen CP671 — Compared (May 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
78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
2 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nexen CP671 — better treadwear, dry and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
5 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)
CP671 leads by 25
Why this score
| Source | Champion Fuel Fighter | CP671 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 94 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
CP671 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Champion Fuel Fighter | CP671 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
CP671 leads by 25
Why this score
| Source | Champion Fuel Fighter | CP671 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
CP671 leads by 50
Why this score
| Source | Champion Fuel Fighter | CP671 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 20 | 70 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 89 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
CP671 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Champion Fuel Fighter | CP671 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone Champion Fuel Fighter | Nexen CP671 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 52 | 78 |
| Dry | 60 | 85 |
| Wet | 70 | 75 |
| Comfort | 60 | 85 |
| Treadwear | 20 | 70 |
| Handling | 60 | 80 |
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52
/ 100
Tire A
78
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Firestone Champion Fuel Fighter is viewed as a competent, mid-range touring tire that provides adequate dry and wet traction for daily commuting. However, user consensus highlights significant disappointment regarding tread longevity and ride comfort compared to original equipment alternatives.
Pros
- Reliable dry and wet weather traction
- Acceptable noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) levels
- Suitable for daily commuting and standard touring applications
Cons
- Premature tread wear and poor overall longevity
- Inferior ride comfort compared to original equipment tires
- Lower than expected value proposition due to replacement frequency
Observations
- Users operating these tires on small SUVs reported that while handling was sufficient, the tire failed to meet the comfort standards set by OE-fitted tires.
The Nexen CP671 is generally regarded as a durable, budget-friendly tire that offers reliable grip in both wet and dry conditions. While users appreciate its longevity and consistent handling, the experience is often tempered by noticeable road noise and structural aging issues over time.
Pros
- Impressive tread longevity and lifespan
- Reliable traction in both wet and dry weather
- Predictable and stable handling characteristics
Cons
- Significant road noise and cabin roar
- Directional tread pattern complicates tire rotation
- Tendency for rubber cracking as the tire ages
Observations
- Demonstrated strong durability on compact diesel vehicles, achieving 30,000 miles with remaining tread depth.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone Champion Fuel Fighter | B · Nexen CP671 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | Summer Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 12 |
| Rim diameters | — | 15″ – 19″ |
| Tread depth | — | 10/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 400 A A |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 36 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
52
/ 100
Firestone
78
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Nexen CP671 — better treadwear, dry and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Nexen CP671 scores 70 vs 20 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Nexen CP671 scores 85 vs 60 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Nexen CP671 scores 85 vs 60 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Nexen CP671 scores 80 vs 60 on handling.
Tire A · Firestone Champion Fuel Fighter
Tire B · Nexen CP671
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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.