55
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
54/100
1 owner review
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Kumho Solus 4 All Weather vs Nexen N Blue 4 Season — 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
81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
78/100
11 professional tests
User signal (40%)
82/100
34 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nexen N Blue 4 Season — better treadwear, handling 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 Blue 4 Season leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Solus 4 All Weather | N Blue 4 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 75 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 79 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
N Blue 4 Season leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Solus 4 All Weather | N Blue 4 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 75 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 81 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Solus 4 All Weather | N Blue 4 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 61 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 79 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
N Blue 4 Season leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Solus 4 All Weather | N Blue 4 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 96 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 82 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Solus 4 All Weather | N Blue 4 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 69 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
N Blue 4 Season leads by 59
Why this score
| Source | Solus 4 All Weather | N Blue 4 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 20 | 74 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
N Blue 4 Season leads by 29
Why this score
| Source | Solus 4 All Weather | N Blue 4 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 79 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Kumho Solus 4 All Weather | Nexen N Blue 4 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 55 | 81 |
| Dry | 70 | 78 |
| Wet | 70 | 79 |
| Snow | – | 70 |
| Comfort | 80 | 91 |
| Noise | – | 80 |
| Treadwear | 20 | 79 |
| Handling | 50 | 79 |
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Headline score
55
/ 100
Tire A
81
/ 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 Solus 4 All Weather provides reliable grip across various weather conditions, including wet, dry, and light snow. However, the tire suffers from significantly premature tread wear, which undermines its value proposition as a practical year-round solution.
Pros
- Reliable traction in dry conditions
- Confident performance on wet surfaces
- Effective capability in light snow
Cons
- Extremely rapid tread wear
- Poor overall longevity compared to summer tires
- Lack of cost-effectiveness due to frequent replacement intervals
Observations
- Performance and grip were noted as sufficient for lightweight vehicles like the Suzuki Ignis.
The Nexen N Blue 4 Season is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly all-season tire that excels in cold, wet, and snowy conditions. While users consistently praise its comfort, quiet ride, and impressive winter traction, some note that it lacks the sharp handling feedback of premium summer tires and can exhibit accelerated wear or structural issues in specific cases.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium brands
- Strong traction and safety in snow and cold weather
- High levels of ride comfort and low road noise
- Predictable and reliable performance in wet conditions
Cons
- Vague steering feedback and limited performance during spirited dry driving
- Tendency toward understeer in warmer temperatures (above 20°C)
- Reports of premature tread cracking or structural deformation in some units
- Noticeable decrease in fuel efficiency compared to dedicated summer tires
Observations
- Users with XL (Extra Load) versions noted increased road noise compared to standard variants, often describing the sound profile as similar to dedicated winter tires.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles and commercial vans reported surprisingly good longevity and stability, though some noted that the soft compound is less suited for aggressive cornering.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Kumho Solus 4 All Weather | B · Nexen N Blue 4 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Touring tires | All Season Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
55
/ 100
Kumho
81
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Nexen N Blue 4 Season — better treadwear, handling and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Nexen N Blue 4 Season scores 79 vs 20 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Nexen N Blue 4 Season scores 79 vs 50 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Nexen N Blue 4 Season scores 91 vs 80 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Nexen N Blue 4 Season scores 79 vs 70 on wet.
Tire A · Kumho Solus 4 All Weather
Tire B · Nexen N Blue 4 Season
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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.