81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
85/100
21 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Nexen N FERA SUR4 vs Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 — 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
4 professional tests
User signal (40%)
82/100
60 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nexen N FERA SUR4 — better dry, comfort and handling. Pick the Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 if wet and snow 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 SUR4 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | N FERA SUR4 | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 68 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 89 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
ADVAN Sport V105 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | N FERA SUR4 | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 80 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 44 | 81 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
ADVAN Sport V105 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | N FERA SUR4 | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
N FERA SUR4 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | N FERA SUR4 | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 56 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 81 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 52 | 77 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 97 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
ADVAN Sport V105 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | N FERA SUR4 | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 93 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
ADVAN Sport V105 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | N FERA SUR4 | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 69 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 52 | 76 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
N FERA SUR4 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | N FERA SUR4 | ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 83 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 82 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Nexen N FERA SUR4 | Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 79 |
| Dry | 92 | 77 |
| Wet | 75 | 81 |
| Snow | 76 | 80 |
| Comfort | 80 | 65 |
| Noise | 91 | 92 |
| Treadwear | 76 | 77 |
| Handling | 88 | 83 |
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81
/ 100
Tire A
79
/ 100
Tire B
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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 Fera SUR4 is widely regarded as a high-performance summer tire that excels in dry grip and track-day environments, often providing value comparable to more expensive competitors. While enthusiasts praise its steering feedback and dry-weather handling, users should be aware that it is a dedicated summer compound that performs poorly in cold or wintry conditions and can be notably noisy for daily driving.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and responsive steering feedback
- High value-to-performance ratio compared to premium track tires
- Predictable handling characteristics during spirited driving
- Strong performance as a dedicated track-day tire
Cons
- Significant road noise, making it less ideal for daily commuting
- Poor performance and lack of traction in snow or freezing temperatures
- Potential for hydroplaning in heavy rain or deep standing water
- Rapid tread wear when subjected to aggressive driving
Observations
- Performance enthusiasts on platforms like the Mitsubishi Evo X and BMW E39 M5 report excellent dry feedback but warn of instability in heavy rain.
- Users noted that the tire is prone to flat-spotting in cold weather until the rubber reaches operating temperature.
The Yokohama Advan Sport V105 is widely regarded as a high-performance summer tire that excels in dry handling, steering responsiveness, and wet-weather confidence. While many users praise its balanced nature and value compared to premium rivals, some report concerns regarding tread longevity and noise levels, particularly as the tires age.
Pros
- Excellent dry road grip and cornering stability
- Strong wet-weather performance and hydroplaning resistance
- High level of steering feedback and turn-in precision
- Competitive pricing compared to other flagship performance brands
- Predictable handling characteristics at the limit
Cons
- Faster-than-average tread wear, especially under spirited driving
- Increased road noise reported by some users
- Performance drop-off in freezing temperatures and snow
- Occasional 'flat-spotting' or vibration after the vehicle has been stationary for extended periods
Observations
- Owners of lightweight sports cars like the Mazda MX-5 report excellent handling balance and longevity, often citing the tire as an ideal OE-style replacement.
- Drivers of high-torque, rear-wheel-drive sedans (e.g., BMW 5-series, Audi S4) note that while grip is impressive, rear tire wear is significantly accelerated compared to front tires.
- Some users with larger luxury sedans noted that the tire's 'firm' construction can lead to a harsher ride over small road imperfections.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Nexen N FERA SUR4 | B · Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 10 |
| Rim diameters | — | 16″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | — | 9/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 240 A A |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
Nexen
79
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Nexen N FERA SUR4 — better dry, comfort and handling. Pick the Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 if wet and snow matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Nexen N FERA SUR4 scores 92 vs 77 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Nexen N FERA SUR4 scores 80 vs 65 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 scores 81 vs 75 on wet.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Nexen N FERA SUR4 scores 88 vs 83 on handling.
Tire A · Nexen N FERA SUR4
Tire B · Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105
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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.