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 SU1 — 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
75
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
76/100
160 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nexen N FERA RU1 — better comfort, treadwear and dry. Pick the Nexen N Fera SU1 if noise and handling matter 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)
N FERA RU1 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | N FERA RU1 | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | 75 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 93% | 94% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 98% | 98% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
N Fera SU1 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | N FERA RU1 | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 82 | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 89 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 90% | 87% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 98% | 100% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | N FERA RU1 | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 78 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
N FERA RU1 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | N FERA RU1 | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 40 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 79 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 91 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
N Fera SU1 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | N FERA RU1 | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 74 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 91 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
N FERA RU1 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | N FERA RU1 | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 71 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 87 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
N Fera SU1 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | N FERA RU1 | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 75 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Nexen N FERA RU1 | Nexen N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 75 |
| Dry | 82 | 78 |
| Wet | 79 | 81 |
| Snow | – | 76 |
| Comfort | 76 | 56 |
| Noise | 74 | 87 |
| Treadwear | 78 | 72 |
| Handling | 71 | 75 |
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Headline score
77
/ 100
Tire A
75
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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 | 94% #4/6 · 2023 APAC Tyre Test | -0.6 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% #7/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | 98% #4/6 · 2023 APAC Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 74% #10/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | 99% #2/6 · 2023 APAC Tyre Test | -24.9 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 98% #6/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | 99% #3/6 · 2023 APAC Tyre Test | -0.8 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 13% #8/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | 10% #10/10 · 2020 Teknikens 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test | +2.5 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 95% #10/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | 92% #10/10 · 2020 Teknikens 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test | +2.5 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 90% #7/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | 87% #10/10 · 2020 Teknikens 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test | +2.9 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 98% #8/10 · 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | 100% #10/10 · 2020 Teknikens 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test | -2.4 | 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 SU1 is widely regarded as a high-value, mid-range summer tire that frequently punches above its weight class, often compared favorably to premium brands like Continental and Michelin. While most users praise its exceptional comfort, low noise levels, and reliable wet/dry grip, a notable segment of reviewers reports concerns regarding premature sidewall cracking and soft sidewall construction that can impact handling precision on heavier or performance-oriented vehicles.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium competitors
- Very low road noise and high ride comfort
- Strong wet and dry traction for daily driving
- Predictable handling characteristics for standard road use
Cons
- Reports of premature sidewall cracking and tread block degradation
- Soft sidewalls can lead to vague steering feel or instability on heavy vehicles
- Performance drop-off noted as tread depth decreases
- Not suitable for winter conditions despite occasional mislabeling
Observations
- Owners of heavier vehicles (e.g., SUVs, EVs, or large sedans) frequently report that the soft sidewalls lead to a 'floating' sensation or lack of cornering confidence.
- Users replacing factory-fitted run-flat tires on BMWs and other luxury vehicles consistently report significant improvements in ride comfort and noise reduction.
- Performance-oriented drivers note that the tire lacks the necessary rigidity for track use or aggressive spirited driving compared to dedicated UHP tires.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Nexen N FERA RU1 | B · Nexen N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 58 |
| Rim diameters | — | 16″ – 24″ |
| Tread depth | — | 9/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 300 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 25,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Nexen
75
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Nexen N FERA RU1 — better comfort, treadwear and dry. Pick the Nexen N Fera SU1 if noise and handling matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Nexen N FERA RU1 scores 76 vs 56 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Nexen N Fera SU1 scores 87 vs 74 on noise.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Nexen N FERA RU1 scores 78 vs 72 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Nexen N FERA RU1 scores 82 vs 78 on dry.
Tire A · Nexen N FERA RU1
Tire B · Nexen N Fera SU1
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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.