81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
78/100
3 professional tests
User signal (40%)
80/100
38 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Kumho Ecsta HS51 vs Nexen N Fera SU4 — 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
86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
86/100
94 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nexen N Fera SU4 — better noise, treadwear and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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 Fera SU4 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Ecsta HS51 | N Fera SU4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 91 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
N Fera SU4 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Ecsta HS51 | N Fera SU4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 87 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
N Fera SU4 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Ecsta HS51 | N Fera SU4 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 87 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
N Fera SU4 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Ecsta HS51 | N Fera SU4 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 70 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
N Fera SU4 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Ecsta HS51 | N Fera SU4 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 81 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Ecsta HS51 | N Fera SU4 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 80 |
| DriverReviews owners | 82 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Kumho Ecsta HS51 | Nexen N Fera SU4 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 86 |
| Dry | 88 | 91 |
| Wet | 85 | 87 |
| Snow | – | 76 |
| Comfort | 84 | 88 |
| Noise | 70 | 91 |
| Treadwear | 77 | 82 |
| Handling | 80 | 80 |
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Headline score
81
/ 100
Tire A
86
/ 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 Kumho Ecsta HS51 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly tire that offers performance comparable to premium brands for daily driving. While most users praise its wet and dry grip, comfort, and longevity, a subset of reviewers reports inconsistent experiences regarding sidewall stiffness and rapid tread wear.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium competitors
- Strong wet and dry traction for daily commuting
- High levels of ride comfort and low road noise
- Impressive tread life for many users, often exceeding 30,000 miles
Cons
- Reports of soft sidewalls leading to handling 'wobble' or lack of feedback
- Inconsistent tread wear, with some users reporting premature failure
- Occasional issues with aquaplaning in heavy rain
- Not recommended for high-performance or aggressive cornering
Observations
- Users with heavier vehicles or those driving at high speeds noted concerns regarding sidewall stability and cornering precision.
- Drivers of compact and mid-sized sedans generally report the highest satisfaction regarding noise levels and overall comfort.
The Nexen N Fera SU4 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly summer tire that punches well above its price point. Users consistently praise its impressive wet and dry traction, low noise levels, and superior ride comfort compared to more expensive premium brands. While it is not a dedicated track tire, it serves as an excellent daily driver option for those seeking a balance of performance and economy.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money compared to premium competitors
- Strong, predictable grip in both wet and dry conditions
- High levels of ride comfort and low road noise
- Good longevity for daily commuting and highway driving
Cons
- Soft sidewalls can lead to a lack of precision during aggressive cornering
- Performance significantly degrades in near-freezing or snowy conditions
- Occasional reports of sidewall bulges or premature wear under heavy use
- Not suitable for high-performance track applications
Observations
- Drivers of heavy vehicles or hot hatches noted that the soft sidewalls can cause a 'rolling' sensation during spirited cornering.
- Users on luxury sedans (e.g., Lexus, Audi) frequently highlighted the tire's ability to significantly reduce road noise and improve ride quality over stock premium tires.
- Some owners of high-torque vehicles reported faster tread wear on the front axle compared to lighter, standard passenger cars.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Kumho Ecsta HS51 | B · Nexen N Fera SU4 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
Kumho
86
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Nexen N Fera SU4 — better noise, treadwear and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Nexen N Fera SU4 scores 91 vs 70 on noise.
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You want the longest tread life
Nexen N Fera SU4 scores 82 vs 77 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Nexen N Fera SU4 scores 88 vs 84 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Nexen N Fera SU4 scores 91 vs 88 on dry.
Tire A · Kumho Ecsta HS51
Tire B · Nexen N Fera SU4
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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.