65
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
59/100
4 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental Premium Contact 5 SUV 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
73
/ 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 SU1 — better treadwear, wet and handling. Pick the Continental Premium Contact 5 SUV if comfort and dry 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)
Premium Contact 5 SUV leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Premium Contact 5 SUV | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 75 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
N Fera SU1 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Premium Contact 5 SUV | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 89 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Premium Contact 5 SUV | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 78 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Premium Contact 5 SUV leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Premium Contact 5 SUV | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 40 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 79 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 91 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Premium Contact 5 SUV | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 91 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
N Fera SU1 leads by 25
Why this score
| Source | Premium Contact 5 SUV | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 48 | 71 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 87 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
N Fera SU1 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Premium Contact 5 SUV | N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 75 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental Premium Contact 5 SUV | Nexen N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 65 | 73 |
| Dry | 82 | 78 |
| Wet | 72 | 81 |
| Snow | – | 76 |
| Comfort | 67 | 56 |
| Noise | – | 87 |
| Treadwear | 47 | 72 |
| Handling | 68 | 75 |
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Headline score
65
/ 100
Tire A
73
/ 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 Continental Premium Contact 5 SUV receives a mixed reception, with users praising its reliable dry and wet braking performance while expressing significant concerns regarding tread longevity and noise levels. While initial impressions often highlight comfort and grip, the tire's performance tends to degrade over time, leading to dissatisfaction among owners regarding value and durability.
Pros
- Excellent braking performance in dry conditions
- Strong handling and confidence in wet weather
- Quiet operation during the initial stages of the tire's life
Cons
- Rapid tread wear and disappointing overall mileage
- Increased road noise as the tire ages
- Poor traction and handling in snowy or winter conditions
- High rolling resistance impacting fuel efficiency
Observations
- SUV owners, specifically those driving the Hyundai Tucson, reported issues with wheel spin and a lack of handling confidence.
- Multiple users noted that the tires required replacement significantly earlier than expected, with some front-axle sets failing before 20,000 miles.
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 · Continental Premium Contact 5 SUV | B · Nexen N Fera SU1 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring 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?
65
/ 100
Continental
73
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Nexen N Fera SU1 — better treadwear, wet and handling. Pick the Continental Premium Contact 5 SUV if comfort and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Nexen N Fera SU1 scores 72 vs 47 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental Premium Contact 5 SUV scores 67 vs 56 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Nexen N Fera SU1 scores 81 vs 72 on wet.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Nexen N Fera SU1 scores 75 vs 68 on handling.
Tire A · Continental Premium Contact 5 SUV
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.