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Summer tire Summer High Performance tires Updated May 2026

Nokian H review

The Nokian H is generally regarded as a capable summer tire that excels in dry handling, comfort, and fuel efficiency. While many users praise its stability and longevity, there is a notable polarization regarding its wet-weather performance, with some drivers reporting excellent grip while others find it concerningly unpredictable in rain.

Relative score
82/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
82/100
11 reviews
Nokian H
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

82%
Would buy again 79%
Dry
Overall dry
92%
Corner stability
74%
Dry traction
92%
Steering response
86%
Wet
Overall wet
77%
Wet traction
77%
Comfort
Overall comfort
86%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
83%
Handling
Overall handling
74%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 11 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Nokian H is generally regarded as a capable summer tire that excels in dry handling, comfort, and fuel efficiency. While many users praise its stability and longevity, there is a notable polarization regarding its wet-weather performance, with some drivers reporting excellent grip while others find it concerningly unpredictable in rain.

Pros

  • Excellent dry road traction and cornering stability
  • High levels of ride comfort and low noise output
  • Strong tread longevity and durability
  • Positive impact on fuel economy due to low rolling resistance

Cons

  • Inconsistent wet-weather performance reported by some users
  • Occasional reports of premature tread wear in specific driving conditions
  • Potential for factory-related quality control issues such as balancing difficulties

Worth knowing

  • The tire is noted for providing a significant comfort upgrade for vehicles previously equipped with stock Bridgestone Turanza ER300s.
  • Users driving heavier vehicles have reported high levels of confidence and safety during summer driving conditions.