Nexen N7000 review
The Nexen N7000 is generally viewed as a budget-oriented tire that offers acceptable performance for casual, low-demand driving but falls short in safety and refinement compared to premium alternatives. While some users appreciate the value proposition, the consensus highlights significant concerns regarding wet-weather traction, high noise levels, and a rapid decline in performance as the tread wears.
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
55%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 7 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Nexen N7000 is generally viewed as a budget-oriented tire that offers acceptable performance for casual, low-demand driving but falls short in safety and refinement compared to premium alternatives. While some users appreciate the value proposition, the consensus highlights significant concerns regarding wet-weather traction, high noise levels, and a rapid decline in performance as the tread wears.
Pros
- Affordable price point compared to premium brands
- Adequate dry grip for conservative, non-spirited driving
- Long tread life reported by some users
Cons
- Poor wet-weather performance and safety concerns
- Excessive road noise, particularly as the tire ages
- Harsh ride quality, especially on low-profile sizes
- Sudden loss of traction with minimal warning
Worth knowing
- Users with 19-inch, low-profile tires reported a notably harsh and unpleasant ride quality.
- Performance is described as inadequate for turbocharged or high-torque vehicles, with users recommending them only for standard, non-performance daily drivers.