Nankang AS2 review
The Nankang AS2 is widely regarded as a high-value alternative to premium tire brands, offering impressive wet and dry grip that frequently exceeds user expectations for its price point. While most drivers report excellent daily performance and longevity, a subset of users notes stability concerns during high-speed maneuvers, likely due to sidewall or tread block flex.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
By owner reviews
76%By road tests
71.7%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 8 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Nankang AS2 is widely regarded as a high-value alternative to premium tire brands, offering impressive wet and dry grip that frequently exceeds user expectations for its price point. While most drivers report excellent daily performance and longevity, a subset of users notes stability concerns during high-speed maneuvers, likely due to sidewall or tread block flex.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money compared to premium competitors
- Strong wet weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- Predictable and sure-footed handling in daily driving conditions
- Competitive tread life for many users
Cons
- Reported instability or 'squirming' at high speeds
- Potential for sidewall or tread block flex under heavy load
- Inconsistent tread wear experiences among different driving styles
- Traction limitations during aggressive launches in high-torque vehicles
Worth knowing
- High-torque RWD vehicles may experience traction loss during initial acceleration.
- Drivers of larger, high-speed vehicles report noticeable instability, suggesting the tire may be less suited for sustained high-speed motorway driving.
- Quattro/AWD users report high levels of confidence and grip in varied weather conditions.
1 published test appearance
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2018 AMS Summer UHP tire Test · 225/45 R17
9th of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 11th of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 11th of 11 | |
| Dry Handling | 8th of 11 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 11th of 11 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 11 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 8th of 11 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 9th of 11 | |
| Noise | 1st of 11 |