64
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
64/100
11 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Kumho Ecsta XT KU37 vs Nexen N FERA AU7 — Compared (May 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
90
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
89/100
14 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nexen N FERA AU7 — better wet, 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 FERA AU7 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | Ecsta XT KU37 | N FERA AU7 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 100 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
N FERA AU7 leads by 31
Why this score
| Source | Ecsta XT KU37 | N FERA AU7 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 90 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
N FERA AU7 leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Ecsta XT KU37 | N FERA AU7 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 90 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
N FERA AU7 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Ecsta XT KU37 | N FERA AU7 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 90 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
N FERA AU7 leads by 30
Why this score
| Source | Ecsta XT KU37 | N FERA AU7 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 90 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Kumho Ecsta XT KU37 | Nexen N FERA AU7 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 64 | 90 |
| Dry | 72 | 94 |
| Wet | 60 | 91 |
| Snow | – | 86 |
| Comfort | 68 | 92 |
| Noise | – | 86 |
| Treadwear | 65 | 86 |
| Handling | 60 | 90 |
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Headline score
64
/ 100
Tire A
90
/ 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 XT KU37 is generally perceived as a budget-friendly, mid-range tire that offers solid dry-weather performance and good value for daily driving. While some users appreciate its comfort and low road noise, it receives polarized feedback regarding wet-weather traction and steering feedback, particularly when fitted to higher-performance vehicles.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium brands
- Low road noise levels
- Good dry-weather stability and cornering
- Competitive tread longevity for many users
Cons
- Inconsistent wet-weather grip and confidence
- Lack of steering feedback and road feel
- Tendency to lose traction under hard acceleration
- Performance disparity when used on high-performance vehicles
Observations
- Performance-oriented vehicles like the Golf R32 and Porsche Boxster owners reported a lack of steering feedback and overall dissatisfaction compared to premium alternatives.
- Users of front-wheel-drive hatchbacks like the Seat Leon noted significant differences in opinion, ranging from improved cornering stability to poor wet-weather traction.
The Nexen N Fera AU7 is widely regarded as a high-value all-season tire that delivers impressive comfort, quiet operation, and reliable handling across various weather conditions. While most users are highly satisfied with the performance-to-price ratio, some reports of premature tread wear and uneven wear patterns suggest inconsistent longevity for certain driving styles.
Pros
- Excellent value for the price point
- Quiet and smooth ride quality
- Strong handling and grip in dry, wet, and light snow conditions
- High level of driver confidence in inclement weather
Cons
- Reports of premature tread wear and cupping
- Potential for uneven wear patterns over time
- Minor tracking issues on specific road surfaces like bridge gratings
Observations
- Users transitioning from dedicated Ultra High Performance tires to the N Fera AU7 on sedans like the Mazda 6 noted a slight decrease in fuel economy.
- Drivers of European sedans, such as the Audi A4, report satisfactory all-season performance but note that tread life may be limited to approximately 30,000-40,000 miles.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Kumho Ecsta XT KU37 | B · Nexen N FERA AU7 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
64
/ 100
Kumho
90
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Nexen N FERA AU7 — better wet, handling and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Nexen N FERA AU7 scores 91 vs 60 on wet.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Nexen N FERA AU7 scores 90 vs 60 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Nexen N FERA AU7 scores 92 vs 68 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Nexen N FERA AU7 scores 94 vs 72 on dry.
Tire A · Kumho Ecsta XT KU37
Tire B · Nexen N FERA AU7
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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.