86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
89/100
125 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 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
79
/ 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: Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 — better dry, noise and wet. Pick the Nexen N Blue 4 Season if handling matters 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 V2 Concept 2 H457 leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 | N Blue 4 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 75 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 79 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 | N Blue 4 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 75 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 47 | 81 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 | N Blue 4 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 61 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 79 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 | N Blue 4 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 96 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 82 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 | N Blue 4 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 69 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 | N Blue 4 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 74 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
N Blue 4 Season leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 | N Blue 4 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 79 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 | Nexen N Blue 4 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 86 | 79 |
| Dry | 94 | 78 |
| Wet | 87 | 79 |
| Snow | 77 | 70 |
| Comfort | 93 | 91 |
| Noise | 92 | 80 |
| Treadwear | 87 | 79 |
| Handling | 67 | 79 |
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86
/ 100
Tire A
79
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly all-season tire that excels in daily commuting and dry-weather performance. While most users praise its quiet ride, comfort, and affordability, a subset of drivers—particularly those with rear-wheel-drive or performance-oriented vehicles—report significant concerns regarding wet-weather traction and sidewall stability.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Strong dry-weather grip and handling
- Predictable performance for daily driving
- Fast and reliable shipping/availability
Cons
- Inconsistent or poor wet-weather traction
- Noticeably soft or 'squishy' sidewalls
- Lack of confidence in spirited or high-speed cornering
- Limited winter/snow capability
Observations
- Drivers of lightweight, rear-wheel-drive sports cars (e.g., Mazda Miata/124 Spider) frequently report issues with wheel spin and loss of traction in wet conditions.
- Users transitioning from factory or premium performance tires often note a significant improvement in cabin noise and ride comfort, though they acknowledge a trade-off in ultimate cornering stiffness.
- The tire is frequently cited as a popular choice for budget-conscious daily drivers of sedans and hatchbacks, where comfort is prioritized over track-level performance.
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 · Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 | B · Nexen N Blue 4 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | All Season Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 45 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 20″ | — |
| Tread depth | 9.5/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 500 A A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 45,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
86
/ 100
Hankook
79
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 — better dry, noise and wet. Pick the Nexen N Blue 4 Season if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 scores 94 vs 78 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 scores 92 vs 80 on noise.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Nexen N Blue 4 Season scores 79 vs 67 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 scores 87 vs 79 on wet.
Tire A · Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457
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.