71
/ 100
Objective (60%)
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User signal (40%)
59/100
199 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 vs Nexen N Fera SU1 — 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
74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
76/100
160 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nexen N Fera SU1 — better snow and wet. Pick the Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 if comfort and dry matter most to you.
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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)
Ventus V4 ES H105 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V4 ES H105 | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 75 |
| Tire Rack owners | 81 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
N Fera SU1 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V4 ES H105 | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 85 |
| Tire Rack owners | 76 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 89 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
N Fera SU1 leads by 29
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V4 ES H105 | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 47 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 78 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Ventus V4 ES H105 leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V4 ES H105 | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 40 |
| Tire Rack owners | 75 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 79 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 91 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V4 ES H105 | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 91 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ventus V4 ES H105 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V4 ES H105 | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 73 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 71 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 87 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V4 ES H105 | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 75 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 | Nexen N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 71 | 74 |
| Dry | 81 | 78 |
| Wet | 76 | 81 |
| Snow | 47 | 76 |
| Comfort | 75 | 56 |
| Noise | – | 87 |
| Treadwear | 73 | 72 |
| Handling | – | 75 |
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Headline score
71
/ 100
Tire A
74
/ 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 Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly performance tire that excels in dry and wet road conditions. While many users praise its quiet ride and responsive handling, there is a strong consensus that it performs poorly in snow and ice, despite its all-season classification. Long-term reliability is mixed, with some users reporting excellent tread life and others citing premature wear, noise issues, or structural defects like bubbles and belt separation.
Pros
- Excellent dry and wet road traction
- High value-to-price ratio compared to premium brands
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality when new
- Sporty aesthetic and responsive cornering stability
Cons
- Very poor performance in snow and ice conditions
- Increased road noise as the tire wears
- Reports of structural issues including sidewall bubbles and belt separation
- Inconsistent tread life, with some users experiencing premature wear or cupping
Observations
- Owners of performance-oriented vehicles like the Nissan 350Z and Infiniti G35 report high satisfaction with dry grip, though some note that the tire's soft sidewall can lead to 'slushy' steering response.
- Users in regions with poor road infrastructure (e.g., NY/NJ) frequently report sidewall bubbles, suggesting the tire may be vulnerable to pothole damage.
- Drivers of heavier or AWD vehicles often find the tire adequate for rain, but consistently warn against using it for winter driving.
The Nexen N Fera SU1 is widely regarded as a high-value, mid-range summer tire that frequently punches above its weight class, often compared favorably to premium brands like Continental and Michelin. While most users praise its exceptional comfort, low noise levels, and reliable wet/dry grip, a notable segment of reviewers reports concerns regarding premature sidewall cracking and soft sidewall construction that can impact handling precision on heavier or performance-oriented vehicles.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium competitors
- Very low road noise and high ride comfort
- Strong wet and dry traction for daily driving
- Predictable handling characteristics for standard road use
Cons
- Reports of premature sidewall cracking and tread block degradation
- Soft sidewalls can lead to vague steering feel or instability on heavy vehicles
- Performance drop-off noted as tread depth decreases
- Not suitable for winter conditions despite occasional mislabeling
Observations
- Owners of heavier vehicles (e.g., SUVs, EVs, or large sedans) frequently report that the soft sidewalls lead to a 'floating' sensation or lack of cornering confidence.
- Users replacing factory-fitted run-flat tires on BMWs and other luxury vehicles consistently report significant improvements in ride comfort and noise reduction.
- Performance-oriented drivers note that the tire lacks the necessary rigidity for track use or aggressive spirited driving compared to dedicated UHP tires.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 | B · Nexen N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | High Performance All Season tire | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 1 | 58 |
| Rim diameters | 15″ | 16″ – 24″ |
| Tread depth | 9.5/32″ | 9/32″ |
| UTQG | 420 A A | 300 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 50,000 mi | 25,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
71
/ 100
Hankook
74
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Nexen N Fera SU1 — better snow and wet. Pick the Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 if comfort and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Nexen N Fera SU1 scores 76 vs 47 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 scores 75 vs 56 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Nexen N Fera SU1 scores 81 vs 76 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 scores 81 vs 78 on dry.
Tire A · Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105
Tire B · Nexen N Fera SU1
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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.