68
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
66/100
19 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Nexen N1000 vs Pirelli P Zero All Season — 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
86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
87/100
20 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Pirelli P Zero All Season — better wet, treadwear and dry. Pick the Nexen N1000 if handling matters 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)
P Zero All Season leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | N1000 | P Zero All Season |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 94 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 78 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 92 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
P Zero All Season leads by 30
Why this score
| Source | N1000 | P Zero All Season |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 98 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | 78 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 92 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | N1000 | P Zero All Season |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 56 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 71 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 58 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
P Zero All Season leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | N1000 | P Zero All Season |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 72 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 73 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | N1000 | P Zero All Season |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
P Zero All Season leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | N1000 | P Zero All Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 76 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 68 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 76 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
N1000 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | N1000 | P Zero All Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | 62 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Nexen N1000 | Pirelli P Zero All Season |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 68 | 86 |
| Dry | 78 | 94 |
| Wet | 66 | 96 |
| Snow | – | 67 |
| Comfort | 63 | 79 |
| Noise | – | 91 |
| Treadwear | 67 | 89 |
| Handling | 66 | 62 |
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Headline score
68
/ 100
Tire A
86
/ 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 Nexen N1000 is a polarizing budget-tier tire that divides opinion between those who value its longevity and value-for-money, and those who find its performance and refinement lacking. While some users report excellent durability and reliable dry-weather handling, others cite significant issues with road noise, wet-weather traction, and structural integrity.
Pros
- High tread longevity and durability
- Competitive price point
- Predictable and stable dry-weather grip
- Comfortable ride quality for daily commuting
Cons
- Excessive road noise levels
- Inconsistent wet-weather performance and traction
- Lack of steering feedback
- Reports of premature flat-spotting and structural sidewall issues
Observations
- Users with higher-horsepower vehicles (150bhp+) reported difficulty putting power down effectively in dry conditions.
- Drivers of mid-sized sedans like the Volvo S60 reported high satisfaction with long-term mileage and motorway performance.
- Some users noted that noise levels tend to increase noticeably as the tread depth wears down.
The Pirelli P Zero All Season is generally regarded as a high-performance, comfortable tire that excels in dry and wet road conditions. While many users praise its smooth ride and responsive handling, there is a notable divide regarding its longevity and winter capability, particularly in heavier or electric vehicles.
Pros
- Excellent dry and wet road traction
- High level of ride comfort and noise suppression
- Responsive and secure handling in cornering
- Aesthetically pleasing design for premium vehicles
Cons
- Faster than expected tread wear, especially on heavier vehicles
- Poor performance in snow and icy conditions
- Occasional reports of hydroplaning in heavy rain
- Inconsistent longevity compared to treadwear ratings
Observations
- Owners of heavy EVs and performance sedans report significantly faster tread wear than the manufacturer's rating suggests.
- Users note that while the tire is excellent for three-season driving, it is often inadequate for regions with significant snowfall, despite the 'All Season' designation.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Nexen N1000 | B · Pirelli P Zero All Season |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | All Season Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 29 |
| Rim diameters | — | 17″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | — | 9/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 500 A A |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
68
/ 100
Nexen
86
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Pirelli P Zero All Season — better wet, treadwear and dry. Pick the Nexen N1000 if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli P Zero All Season scores 96 vs 66 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Pirelli P Zero All Season scores 89 vs 67 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli P Zero All Season scores 94 vs 78 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Pirelli P Zero All Season scores 79 vs 63 on comfort.
Tire A · Nexen N1000
Tire B · Pirelli P Zero All Season
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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.