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Kumho Crugen HP71 vs Nexen N FERA RU1 — Compared (September 2026)
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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
Why this score
| Source | Crugen HP71 | N FERA RU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 81 |
| Tire Rack owners | 89 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | 83 | – |
Wet
Why this score
| Source | Crugen HP71 | N FERA RU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 82 |
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 45 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Snow
Why this score
| Source | Crugen HP71 | N FERA RU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 72 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 74 | – |
Comfort
Why this score
| Source | Crugen HP71 | N FERA RU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 76 |
| SimpleTire owners | 78 | – |
Noise
Why this score
| Source | Crugen HP71 | N FERA RU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 74 |
| SimpleTire owners | 75 | – |
Treadwear
Why this score
| Source | Crugen HP71 | N FERA RU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 76 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 55 | 78 |
| SimpleTire owners | 65 | – |
Handling
Why this score
| Source | Crugen HP71 | N FERA RU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 71 |
| DriverReviews owners | 76 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Kumho Crugen HP71 | Nexen N FERA RU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 75 | 77 |
| Dry | 82 | 82 |
| Wet | 79 | 79 |
| Snow | 75 | – |
| Comfort | 78 | 76 |
| Noise | 75 | 74 |
| Treadwear | 68 | 78 |
| Handling | 70 | 71 |
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Kumho Crugen HP71 presents a polarized user experience, often serving as a budget-friendly alternative to premium OEM tires. While many owners praise its wet-weather traction, quiet ride, and value proposition, a significant segment of users reports severe issues with premature tread wear, road noise, and balancing difficulties.
Pros
- High value-to-price ratio compared to premium brands
- Strong wet-weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality for many users
- Good initial handling and steering response
Cons
- Significant reports of premature tread wear and short lifespan
- Development of excessive road noise or 'howling' over time
- Persistent balancing and vibration issues
- Inconsistent quality control regarding structural integrity
Observations
- Users with heavier SUVs and EVs (e.g., Kia EV6, Mercedes GLE) report faster-than-expected tread degradation.
- Some owners of larger SUVs (e.g., Jeep Grand Cherokee) noted significant difficulty in maintaining proper tire balance.
The Nexen N Fera RU1 is widely regarded as a high-value touring tire that excels in ride comfort and noise reduction, often outperforming more expensive premium brands in these categories. While many users report excellent longevity and wet/dry grip, a subset of owners experiences inconsistent performance, particularly regarding tread wear and high-speed stability on specific vehicle platforms.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money compared to premium competitors
- Superior ride comfort and low road noise
- Strong wet and dry traction for daily driving
- Impressive tread life for many users
Cons
- Inconsistent tread wear, with some reports of premature chipping or rapid degradation
- Soft sidewalls can lead to vague steering feedback or vibrations at highway speeds
- Performance drop-off in colder temperatures or wet conditions for some users
- Lack of responsiveness during aggressive or high-speed maneuvers
Observations
- SUV owners (e.g., Volvo XC90, VW Tiguan) generally praise the comfort and longevity, though some report concerns with emergency handling.
- Users on larger rim sizes (e.g., 20-inch) have reported specific issues with sidewall flex and vibration that were not present on smaller, higher-profile sizes.
- Performance on modern EVs (e.g., Kia EV6) appears polarized, with some users finding the handling characteristics unsuitable for the vehicle's dynamics.
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Kumho Crugen HP71
Community opinion on the Kumho Crugen HP71 (including its EV variant) is mixed. Many users appreciate its affordability, smooth ride comfort, and quietness when new, particularly as an OEM or budget-friendly alternative. However, a notable number of drivers report rapid tread wear on factory installations, noise issues over rough pavement, and occasional durability concerns with internal acoustic foam separation.
“Yet Another C40 Wheel Downsize Report I decided to join the crowd in downsizing from the factory 20" wheels to 18" Wheels: Voxx Paso Tires: Kumho Crugen EV HP71 (currently on sale for $500 for a set of 4) I was a bit worried about wheel fitment because of the large brake calipers, but they fit without issue, standard install. I've only put about 100 miles on them so far, but the ride is much more comfortable and these new tires are SO much quieter than the old tires that were installed when I bought the vehicle (CPO): Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 4 I don't have enough data yet to see if this will make a range improvement, but I imagine it will as they're skinnier tires and EV optimized. So far I'm impressed with the Kumho's, especially for the price they're offering. And I think these new wheels look pretty decent! Read more”
“2023 ID4 AWD Pro S Kumho Crugen EV HP71 I replaced the original worn down (and one with a sidewall bump) Pirellis at 33k with the EV version (badges on the sidewall) of the HP71 (direct from dealer). They're more expensive than the non-EV versions and have a lower warranty. So far they're impressive: ride is softer/smoother, quieter, deep treads. Hard to tell if efficiency changed with the winter weather, but we were getting 3mi/kWh on a 34 degree day.”
“Tire wear on original 2024 KUMHO Grugen HP71 EV Full disclosure - I drive like a hyper-miling grandmother, always in ECO mode. Leased this Wind RWD 2 years ago. Original tires read: KUMHO Grugen HP71 EV 235/55 R19 101H Treadwear 500. Traction A Temperature A. Southern California. At 12k miles my tires have 3/32 tread left. These tires if purchased have a 60k or so tread wear warranty - which does not apply to tires "originally equipped". I did not check these tires when car was new. Has anyone experienced this ?”
“Tire troubles - 19" Kumho Crugen HP71 I have a US spec 2022 Wind AWD with 23,000 miles on these Kumho tires. In my less than 9 months of ownership I've had two tires patched from slow leaks and I just had to have the foam lining removed from a tire since it separated from the inner tire wall and created massive vibrations in the steering wheel. With one of the patches my local shop pulled a stone that was less than 1/4" from the tread where it punctured the tire. Yes, it was pointy and sharp but also comically tiny. I'm I just extra special lucky or are others having issues with these tires? I really hope there are more options for our vehicles when it comes time to replace these.”
Based on 30 community posts
Nexen N FERA RU1
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Kumho Crugen HP71 | B · Nexen N FERA RU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 56 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 9.9/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 640 A A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 65,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | — |
Which one should you actually buy?
Kumho
Nexen
Winner: Nexen N FERA RU1 — better treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Nexen N FERA RU1 scores 78 vs 68 on treadwear.
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.