71
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
70/100
21 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Kumho Ecowing ES01 KH27 vs Nexen N Blue HD — 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%)
73/100
4 professional tests
User signal (40%)
74/100
20 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nexen N Blue HD — better wet and dry. Pick the Kumho Ecowing ES01 KH27 if comfort and treadwear 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)
N Blue HD leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Ecowing ES01 KH27 | N Blue HD |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 79 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 75 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
N Blue HD leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Ecowing ES01 KH27 | N Blue HD |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | 73 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Ecowing ES01 KH27 leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Ecowing ES01 KH27 | N Blue HD |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 56 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 60 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Ecowing ES01 KH27 | N Blue HD |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 59 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ecowing ES01 KH27 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Ecowing ES01 KH27 | N Blue HD |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 63 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
N Blue HD leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Ecowing ES01 KH27 | N Blue HD |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 61 | 62 |
| DriverReviews owners | 82 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Kumho Ecowing ES01 KH27 | Nexen N Blue HD |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 71 | 74 |
| Dry | 76 | 80 |
| Wet | 62 | 83 |
| Snow | – | 100 |
| Comfort | 80 | 62 |
| Noise | – | 74 |
| Treadwear | 77 | 74 |
| Handling | 61 | 62 |
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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.
Test data
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 | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 17% #6/16 · 2019 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 | 5% #20/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | +11.7 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Kumho Ecowing ES01 KH27 presents a highly polarized user experience, often described as either an excellent value-oriented eco-tire or a dangerous liability. While many owners praise its fuel efficiency, low noise levels, and comfort for daily commuting, a significant segment of users reports severe concerns regarding wet-weather traction and unpredictable handling during cornering.
Pros
- High fuel efficiency and rolling resistance improvements
- Low road noise and quiet operation
- Good ride comfort and bump absorption
- Strong value for money for casual, non-aggressive driving
Cons
- Unpredictable and poor wet-weather grip
- Tendency to slip or lose traction on roundabouts and corners
- Soft sidewalls leading to a 'jelly' or unstable handling feel
- High-pitched screeching noise when pushed in dry conditions
Observations
- Users driving smaller hatchbacks like the Honda Jazz or VW Up report significant confidence issues with rear-end stability on roundabouts.
- Drivers on rougher road surfaces, such as those in Kenya, noted that while tread life is impressive, the sidewalls are susceptible to damage from potholes.
The Nexen N Blue HD is generally perceived as a budget-friendly tire that offers impressive performance when new, particularly in wet and dry conditions. However, user consensus indicates a significant decline in both grip and noise levels as the tread wears, leading to mixed long-term satisfaction.
Pros
- Strong initial grip in both wet and dry road conditions
- High value-for-money proposition for budget-conscious buyers
- Smooth and quiet ride quality during the initial break-in period
- Reliable performance for daily commuting and highway driving when new
Cons
- Significant increase in road noise as the tire wears
- Noticeable degradation in traction and grip after 10,000–20,000 kilometers
- Inconsistent tread life, with some users reporting premature wear on front axles
- Reports of sidewall bubbling or structural issues in some instances
Observations
- Users noted that the tire performs best on smaller vehicle platforms, with some suggesting it is better suited for sizes below 15 inches.
- Front-wheel drive vehicles reported improved traction in varied weather conditions compared to stock tires, though long-term durability remains a concern.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Kumho Ecowing ES01 KH27 | B · Nexen N Blue HD |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
71
/ 100
Kumho
74
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Nexen N Blue HD — better wet and dry. Pick the Kumho Ecowing ES01 KH27 if comfort and treadwear matter most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Nexen N Blue HD scores 83 vs 62 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Kumho Ecowing ES01 KH27 scores 80 vs 62 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Nexen N Blue HD scores 80 vs 76 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Kumho Ecowing ES01 KH27 scores 77 vs 74 on treadwear.
Tire A · Kumho Ecowing ES01 KH27
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) 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.