89
/ 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 Yokohama Advan Sport AS — 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
Tire B
Yokohama
Yokohama Advan Sport AS
71
/ 100
Objective (60%)
67/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
74/100
12 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nexen N FERA AU7 — better snow, wet and dry. 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 17
Why this score
| Source | N FERA AU7 | Advan Sport AS |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 70 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 80 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
N FERA AU7 leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | N FERA AU7 | Advan Sport AS |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 58 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 73 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
N FERA AU7 leads by 26
Why this score
| Source | N FERA AU7 | Advan Sport AS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 60 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
N FERA AU7 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | N FERA AU7 | Advan Sport AS |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 78 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 90 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
N FERA AU7 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | N FERA AU7 | Advan Sport AS |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 76 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
N FERA AU7 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | N FERA AU7 | Advan Sport AS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 80 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
N FERA AU7 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | N FERA AU7 | Advan Sport AS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 73 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Nexen N FERA AU7 | Yokohama Advan Sport AS |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 89 | 71 |
| Dry | 94 | 77 |
| Wet | 91 | 67 |
| Snow | 86 | 60 |
| Comfort | 92 | 80 |
| Noise | 86 | 76 |
| Treadwear | 86 | 71 |
| Handling | 90 | 73 |
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89
/ 100
Tire A
71
/ 100
Tire B
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 Yokohama Advan Sport AS is generally regarded as a competent, budget-friendly performance tire that excels in comfort and dry-road handling. While many users appreciate the value proposition and smooth ride quality, there is a notable divide regarding tread longevity and wet-weather performance, with some users reporting premature wear and stability concerns.
Pros
- Excellent value for the price, especially when sourced as discounted inventory
- Smooth and quiet ride quality
- Strong dry-road grip and cornering performance
- Improved acceleration times compared to previous sets
Cons
- Significant concerns regarding rapid tread wear and short lifespan
- Inconsistent performance in wet or cool conditions
- Lack of high-end performance feedback for spirited driving
- Potential for stability issues at highway speeds
Observations
- Users transitioning from run-flat tires to this standard construction report improved ride comfort.
- One user noted superior tread longevity on an electric vehicle compared to their previous Pirelli tires.
- Performance-oriented drivers found the tire insufficient for track-day longevity, noting rapid degradation after limited use.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Nexen N FERA AU7 | B · Yokohama Advan Sport AS |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | — |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
| Tread depth | — | 11/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 440 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 50,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
89
/ 100
Nexen
71
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Nexen N FERA AU7 — better snow, wet and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Nexen N FERA AU7 scores 86 vs 60 on snow.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Nexen N FERA AU7 scores 91 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Nexen N FERA AU7 scores 94 vs 77 on dry.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Nexen N FERA AU7 scores 90 vs 73 on handling.
Tire A · Nexen N FERA AU7
Tire B · Yokohama Advan Sport AS
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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.