Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2 review
The Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2 is widely regarded as a high-value winter tire that offers impressive snow performance and comfort for its price point. While most users find it to be a reliable and cost-effective alternative to premium brands, opinions on wet-weather handling and noise levels are polarized, suggesting inconsistent performance across different driving styles and road conditions.
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
77%By road tests
69.7%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 11 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2 is widely regarded as a high-value winter tire that offers impressive snow performance and comfort for its price point. While most users find it to be a reliable and cost-effective alternative to premium brands, opinions on wet-weather handling and noise levels are polarized, suggesting inconsistent performance across different driving styles and road conditions.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium competitors
- Strong traction and confidence-inspiring grip in snow
- High levels of ride comfort and low noise levels for many users
- Good tread longevity and durability
Cons
- Inconsistent performance in wet and slushy conditions
- Reports of increased road noise as the tire wears
- Handling can feel 'spongy' or lacking in steering precision
- Polarized feedback regarding wet-weather safety
Worth knowing
- Users driving higher-horsepower vehicles, such as a 210 hp Honda Accord, reported that the tire remains stable and capable in varied conditions.
- Performance feedback is highly subjective, with some users noting significant noise increases after 10,000km, while others praise the quiet ride.
4 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2018 AMS Winter tire Test · 205/55 R16
8th of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 6th of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 5th of 11 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 11 | |
| Snow Braking | 6th of 11 | |
| Snow Handling | 9th of 11 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 10th of 11 | |
| Straight Aqua | 10th of 11 | |
| Noise | 7th of 11 | |
| Price | 3rd of 11 |
2018 ACE All Season and Winter tire Test · 185/65 R15
9th of 12
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
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2018 ADAC Winter tire Test - 205/55 R16 · 205/55 R16
6th of 16
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2018 51 Winter tire Shootout · 195/65 R15
21st of 51
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