77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
71/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
75/100
25 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Nexen N FERA RU1 vs Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 — 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
71
/ 100
Objective (60%)
87/100
19 professional tests
User signal (40%)
70/100
17 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nexen N FERA RU1 — better treadwear, noise and dry. Pick the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 if comfort and handling matter most to you.
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Category breakdown
6 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 RU1 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | N FERA RU1 | N Fera Sport SU2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | 77 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 81 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 93% | 97% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 98% | 99% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | N FERA RU1 | N Fera Sport SU2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 82 | 80 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 77 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 90% | 96% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 98% | 98% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
N Fera Sport SU2 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | N FERA RU1 | N Fera Sport SU2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 93 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 67 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
N FERA RU1 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | N FERA RU1 | N Fera Sport SU2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 74 | 57 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
N FERA RU1 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | N FERA RU1 | N Fera Sport SU2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 58 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
N Fera Sport SU2 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | N FERA RU1 | N Fera Sport SU2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 76 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Nexen N FERA RU1 | Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 71 |
| Dry | 82 | 78 |
| Wet | 79 | 79 |
| Comfort | 76 | 82 |
| Noise | 74 | 57 |
| Treadwear | 78 | 58 |
| Handling | 71 | 76 |
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Headline score
77
/ 100
Tire A
71
/ 100
Tire B
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 93% #7/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | 97% #5/49 · 2020 Tyre Market Overview Braking Test | -3.5 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% #7/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | 99% #11/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | -0.4 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 74% #10/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | 83% #10/20 · 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test | -9.1 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 98% #6/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | 96% #1/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | +1.6 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 64% #3/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | 100% #1/11 · 2023 Sport Auto UHP Tyre Test | -36.4 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 13% #8/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | 33% #3/50 · 2026 Summer Braking Super Tyre Test - How do 52 Tyres Perform in Wet and Dry Braking? | -20.8 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 95% #10/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | 98% #6/20 · 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test | -3 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 90% #7/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | 96% #8/11 · 2020 AMS 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test | -6.1 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 98% #8/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | 98% #14/20 · 2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test | -0.5 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Nexen N Fera RU1 is widely regarded as a high-value touring tire that excels in ride comfort and noise reduction, often outperforming more expensive premium brands in these categories. While many users report excellent longevity and wet/dry grip, a subset of owners experiences inconsistent performance, particularly regarding tread wear and high-speed stability on specific vehicle platforms.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money compared to premium competitors
- Superior ride comfort and low road noise
- Strong wet and dry traction for daily driving
- Impressive tread life for many users
Cons
- Inconsistent tread wear, with some reports of premature chipping or rapid degradation
- Soft sidewalls can lead to vague steering feedback or vibrations at highway speeds
- Performance drop-off in colder temperatures or wet conditions for some users
- Lack of responsiveness during aggressive or high-speed maneuvers
Observations
- SUV owners (e.g., Volvo XC90, VW Tiguan) generally praise the comfort and longevity, though some report concerns with emergency handling.
- Users on larger rim sizes (e.g., 20-inch) have reported specific issues with sidewall flex and vibration that were not present on smaller, higher-profile sizes.
- Performance on modern EVs (e.g., Kia EV6) appears polarized, with some users finding the handling characteristics unsuitable for the vehicle's dynamics.
The Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly performance tire that offers impressive initial grip in both wet and dry conditions. While many users praise its affordability compared to premium brands, the consensus is heavily polarized by reports of rapid tread wear and inconsistent long-term durability.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio compared to premium competitors
- Strong initial dry and wet handling capabilities
- Quiet operation and good comfort levels when new
- Predictable and stable cornering performance
Cons
- Rapid and premature tread wear
- Inconsistent quality control leading to sidewall or shoulder damage
- Performance degradation as the tire ages
- Mediocre ride comfort and increased noise levels over time
Observations
- Users driving heavier vehicles or SUVs, such as the BMW iX1, report severe shoulder wear despite proper alignment.
- Factory-fitted units on various vehicles have received mixed feedback, with some users reporting premature cracking or structural damage within the first few thousand miles.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Nexen N FERA RU1 | B · Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Nexen
71
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Nexen N FERA RU1 — better treadwear, noise and dry. Pick the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 if comfort and handling matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Nexen N FERA RU1 scores 78 vs 58 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Nexen N FERA RU1 scores 74 vs 57 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 scores 82 vs 76 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 scores 76 vs 71 on handling.
Tire A · Nexen N FERA RU1
Tire B · Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
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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.