90
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
89/100
14 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Nexen N FERA AU7 vs Vredestein Ultrac Vorti R — 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
79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
3 professional tests
User signal (40%)
85/100
8 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nexen N FERA AU7 — better comfort, wet and noise. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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 AU7 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | N FERA AU7 | Ultrac Vorti R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
N FERA AU7 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | N FERA AU7 | Ultrac Vorti R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 76 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
N FERA AU7 leads by 37
Why this score
| Source | N FERA AU7 | Ultrac Vorti R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 34 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 87 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
N FERA AU7 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | N FERA AU7 | Ultrac Vorti R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 77 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
N FERA AU7 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | N FERA AU7 | Ultrac Vorti R |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 85 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
N FERA AU7 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | N FERA AU7 | Ultrac Vorti R |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 85 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Nexen N FERA AU7 | Vredestein Ultrac Vorti R |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 90 | 79 |
| Dry | 94 | 86 |
| Wet | 91 | 80 |
| Snow | 86 | – |
| Comfort | 92 | 55 |
| Noise | 86 | 77 |
| Treadwear | 86 | 85 |
| Handling | 90 | 85 |
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Headline score
90
/ 100
Tire A
79
/ 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 N Fera AU7 is widely regarded as a high-value all-season tire that delivers impressive comfort, quiet operation, and reliable handling across various weather conditions. While most users are highly satisfied with the performance-to-price ratio, some reports of premature tread wear and uneven wear patterns suggest inconsistent longevity for certain driving styles.
Pros
- Excellent value for the price point
- Quiet and smooth ride quality
- Strong handling and grip in dry, wet, and light snow conditions
- High level of driver confidence in inclement weather
Cons
- Reports of premature tread wear and cupping
- Potential for uneven wear patterns over time
- Minor tracking issues on specific road surfaces like bridge gratings
Observations
- Users transitioning from dedicated Ultra High Performance tires to the N Fera AU7 on sedans like the Mazda 6 noted a slight decrease in fuel economy.
- Drivers of European sedans, such as the Audi A4, report satisfactory all-season performance but note that tread life may be limited to approximately 30,000-40,000 miles.
The Vredestein Ultrac Vorti R is widely regarded as a high-value performance tire that offers exceptional dry grip and road feedback, often rivaling premium competitors at a more accessible price point. While most users praise its handling characteristics and longevity, some drivers note a decline in wet-weather confidence when compared to top-tier alternatives like the Michelin Pilot Sport series.
Pros
- Excellent dry grip and handling precision
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium brands
- Strong road feedback and stiff sidewall construction
- Respectable tread life for an ultra-high-performance tire
Cons
- Wet weather performance can feel less secure at high power outputs
- Noticeable loss of traction as the tread depth approaches the wear limit
- May struggle to manage torque delivery on high-horsepower front-wheel-drive vehicles
Observations
- High-horsepower front-wheel-drive vehicles (300hp+) report effective power delivery, though some users suggest premium alternatives for extreme power levels.
- Users report consistent performance across a variety of platforms, ranging from hot hatches like the Astra VXR and Leon Cupra to sports cars like the Fiat 124 Spider.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Nexen N FERA AU7 | B · Vredestein Ultrac Vorti R |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Extreme Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
90
/ 100
Nexen
79
/ 100
Vredestein
Winner: Nexen N FERA AU7 — better comfort, wet and noise. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Nexen N FERA AU7 scores 92 vs 55 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Nexen N FERA AU7 scores 91 vs 80 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Nexen N FERA AU7 scores 86 vs 77 on noise.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Nexen N FERA AU7 scores 94 vs 86 on dry.
Tire A · Nexen N FERA AU7
Tire B · Vredestein Ultrac Vorti R
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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.