79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
24 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV vs Nexen N FERA SUR4G — 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
70
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
72/100
5 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV — better comfort and treadwear. Pick the Nexen N FERA SUR4G if dry and wet 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 SUR4G leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo2 SUV | N FERA SUR4G |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 87 |
| Tire Rack owners | 81 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 94 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
N FERA SUR4G leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo2 SUV | N FERA SUR4G |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 87 |
| Tire Rack owners | 67 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 84 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Ventus S1 evo2 SUV leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo2 SUV | N FERA SUR4G |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 69 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 48 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ventus S1 evo2 SUV leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo2 SUV | N FERA SUR4G |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 29 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 46 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
N FERA SUR4G leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo2 SUV | N FERA SUR4G |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 83 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV | Nexen N FERA SUR4G |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 70 |
| Dry | 86 | 90 |
| Wet | 83 | 86 |
| Snow | 50 | – |
| Comfort | 76 | 48 |
| Noise | 70 | – |
| Treadwear | 70 | 46 |
| Handling | 81 | 83 |
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Headline score
79
/ 100
Tire A
70
/ 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 17% #6/8 · 2019 Auto Express SUV Tyre Test | 33% #3/3 · 2025 AutoView Extreme Performance Tyre Test | -16.7 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV is widely regarded as a high-value, performance-oriented summer tire that delivers impressive grip and handling in both wet and dry conditions. While most users praise its comfort and cost-effectiveness compared to premium rivals, tread life experiences are polarized, ranging from exceptional longevity to premature wear depending on vehicle weight and driving style.
Pros
- Excellent wet and dry traction
- High value-for-money compared to premium brands
- Strong ride comfort and low road noise
- Effective rim protection design
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life, particularly on heavier vehicles
- Poor performance in snow and icy conditions
- Limited off-road capability
- Reports of poor customer service and warranty support in failure cases
Observations
- Heavy SUVs and high-performance vehicles (e.g., Porsche Cayenne, Range Rover) may experience significantly accelerated outer-edge wear.
- Users on mid-sized SUVs like the Tiguan and Sportage report more balanced and durable tread life, often exceeding 25,000 miles.
- The tire is frequently noted as a superior, more affordable alternative to factory-fitted Continental tires on premium European SUVs.
The Nexen N Fera SUR4G is widely regarded as a high-performance track-focused tire that delivers exceptional dry grip at a competitive price point. While users praise its track capabilities and surprising wet-weather performance, the tire is noted for its rapid tread wear, making it better suited for dedicated track use than daily driving.
Pros
- Exceptional dry track grip
- Competitive pricing compared to rivals like the Hankook RS4
- Surprisingly capable performance in wet conditions
- Consistent performance during track events
Cons
- Rapid tread wear and short lifespan
- Not ideal for high-mileage daily driving
- Performance drops off significantly as the tire wears
Observations
- Users report the tire is highly effective for competitive track events and racing scenarios.
- The tire's longevity is significantly impacted by frequent track usage, with some users cycling through multiple sets per season.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV | B · Nexen N FERA SUR4G |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Extreme Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
Hankook
70
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV — better comfort and treadwear. Pick the Nexen N FERA SUR4G if dry and wet matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV scores 76 vs 48 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV scores 70 vs 46 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Nexen N FERA SUR4G scores 90 vs 86 on dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Nexen N FERA SUR4G scores 86 vs 83 on wet.
Tire A · Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV
Tire B · Nexen N FERA SUR4G
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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.