90
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
89/100
14 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Nexen N FERA AU7 vs Nexen N5000 — 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.
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49
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
46/100
5 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nexen N FERA AU7 — better wet, handling and treadwear. 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 40
Why this score
| Source | N FERA AU7 | N5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 54 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
N FERA AU7 leads by 45
Why this score
| Source | N FERA AU7 | N5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 46 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
N FERA AU7 leads by 32
Why this score
| Source | N FERA AU7 | N5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 60 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
N FERA AU7 leads by 42
Why this score
| Source | N FERA AU7 | N5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 44 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
N FERA AU7 leads by 44
Why this score
| Source | N FERA AU7 | N5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 46 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Nexen N FERA AU7 | Nexen N5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 90 | 49 |
| Dry | 94 | 54 |
| Wet | 91 | 46 |
| Snow | 86 | – |
| Comfort | 92 | 60 |
| Noise | 86 | – |
| Treadwear | 86 | 44 |
| Handling | 90 | 46 |
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Headline score
90
/ 100
Tire A
49
/ 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 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.
The Nexen N5000 is viewed as a budget-oriented tire that offers significant longevity for daily driving but falls short in performance and safety for high-torque or performance-oriented vehicles. While some users appreciate the value and tread life, others report serious concerns regarding traction, particularly in wet conditions and as the tire ages.
Pros
- High value for money
- Impressive tread longevity
- Adequate for standard daily commuting
Cons
- Poor wet weather traction
- Significant loss of grip as the tread wears down
- Potential for sidewall cracking
- Unsuitable for high-performance or high-torque vehicles
Observations
- Performance-oriented rear-wheel-drive vehicles reported dangerous handling characteristics and excessive wheel spin.
- Users noted that while the tire can achieve high mileage (up to 65,000 km), performance degrades significantly in the final stages of the tread life.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Nexen N FERA AU7 | B · Nexen N5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | All Season High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
90
/ 100
Nexen
49
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Nexen N FERA AU7 — better wet, handling and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Nexen N FERA AU7 scores 91 vs 46 on wet.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Nexen N FERA AU7 scores 90 vs 46 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Nexen N FERA AU7 scores 86 vs 44 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Nexen N FERA AU7 scores 94 vs 54 on dry.
Tire A · Nexen N FERA AU7
Tire B · Nexen N5000
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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.