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Nankang RX615 review

The Nankang RX615 is widely regarded as a budget-oriented touring tire that prioritizes ride comfort and low noise levels over performance. While it serves as a functional and quiet option for casual driving, users consistently report significant concerns regarding traction, particularly in wet conditions.

Relative score
73/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
74/100
5 reviews
Nankang RX615
Scores

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

74%
Would buy again 68%
Dry
Overall dry
70%
Corner stability
80%
Dry traction
70%
Steering response
83%
Wet
Overall wet
53%
Wet traction
67%
Comfort
Overall comfort
90%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
85%
Handling
Overall handling
73%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 5 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Nankang RX615 is widely regarded as a budget-oriented touring tire that prioritizes ride comfort and low noise levels over performance. While it serves as a functional and quiet option for casual driving, users consistently report significant concerns regarding traction, particularly in wet conditions.

Pros

  • High level of ride comfort
  • Low road noise
  • Attractive tread pattern
  • Long tread life and durability

Cons

  • Poor wet weather traction and handling
  • Lack of confidence-inspiring dry grip during spirited maneuvers
  • Inconsistent performance compared to premium tire brands

Worth knowing

  • Performance-oriented vehicles like the Mustang GT may find the tire's grip levels insufficient for the vehicle's power output.
  • Owners of older, standard passenger sedans like the Rover 600 report higher satisfaction with the tire's comfort and noise characteristics.