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Nexen N Priz 4S vs Yokohama BluEarth Es ES32 — Compared (May 2026)
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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
Why this score
| Source | N Priz 4S | BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 83 |
Wet
Why this score
| Source | N Priz 4S | BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 59 | 78 |
Snow
Why this score
| Source | N Priz 4S | BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | – |
Comfort
Why this score
| Source | N Priz 4S | BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 86 |
Noise
Treadwear
Why this score
| Source | N Priz 4S | BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 75 |
Handling
Why this score
| Source | N Priz 4S | BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | 81 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Nexen N Priz 4S | Yokohama BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 75 | 80 |
| Dry | 83 | 83 |
| Wet | 71 | 78 |
| Snow | 71 | – |
| Comfort | 82 | 86 |
| Noise | 97 | – |
| Treadwear | 75 | 75 |
| Handling | 66 | 81 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Nexen N Priz 4S presents a polarized user experience, often praised for its affordability and competent performance in dry and light snowy conditions. However, significant inconsistencies in wet-weather traction and tread longevity lead to widely varying reports, ranging from excellent value to safety concerns.
Pros
- Strong value proposition and competitive pricing
- Reliable traction in dry conditions
- Effective performance in light to moderate snow
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
Cons
- Inconsistent and potentially dangerous wet-weather grip
- Reports of rapid or uneven tread wear
- Poor lateral stability and understeer in challenging conditions
- Performance degradation over time
Observations
- Users with FWD vehicles reported significant improvements in snow traction compared to stock tires.
- Drivers of heavier or high-performance vehicles noted more pronounced issues with wet-weather understeer and premature wear.
- Performance appears highly subjective based on regional climate, with users in mountainous or high-precipitation areas reporting lower satisfaction.
The Yokohama BluEarth Es ES32 is widely regarded as a high-value, comfort-oriented tire that excels in daily driving scenarios. While most users praise its quiet operation, smooth ride quality, and reliable dry-weather grip, consensus on wet-weather performance and tread longevity is mixed, with some users reporting significant performance degradation as the tire wears.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and noise reduction
- Strong value proposition compared to premium brands
- Reliable dry-weather traction and handling
- Noticeable improvement in fuel efficiency for many users
Cons
- Wet-weather grip can become unpredictable as tread depth decreases
- Inconsistent tread life, with some users reporting premature wear
- Sidewalls may be susceptible to damage from severe potholes
- Not intended for high-performance or aggressive driving
Observations
- Users of compact hatchbacks and city cars (e.g., Honda Jazz, Fiat 500) report high satisfaction with comfort and noise levels.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles or those with high-torque engines occasionally report faster-than-expected front-tire wear.
- Some users noted that the tire requires a 'break-in' period of several hundred miles before reaching optimal performance.
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Nexen N Priz 4S | B · Yokohama BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Which one should you actually buy?
Nexen
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama BluEarth Es ES32 — better handling, wet and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Yokohama BluEarth Es ES32 scores 81 vs 66 on handling.
Yokohama BluEarth Es ES32 scores 78 vs 71 on wet.
Yokohama BluEarth Es ES32 scores 86 vs 82 on comfort.
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.