Nokian zLine AS review
The Nokian zLine AS is generally regarded as a high-performing, value-oriented tire that excels in wet and dry handling. Users appreciate its predictable nature during spirited driving, though some note minor acoustic issues at lower speeds.
Owners rate it 30.5 points higher than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
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
84%By road tests
53.5%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 3 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Nokian zLine AS is generally regarded as a high-performing, value-oriented tire that excels in wet and dry handling. Users appreciate its predictable nature during spirited driving, though some note minor acoustic issues at lower speeds.
Pros
- Excellent wet and dry grip
- Predictable handling during hard cornering
- Strong value proposition relative to performance
- Surprising capability in light snow conditions
Cons
- Audible grinding or road noise at low speeds
- Performance expectations in snow may be high despite it not being a dedicated winter tire
Worth knowing
- Drivers of heavy, high-performance sedans appreciate the XL (Extra Load) rating for stability and cornering confidence.
1 published test appearance
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
Summer, All Season, All Weather, Winter, Nordic Winter and Studded tires Tested · 205/55 R16
2nd of 6
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 6 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 6 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 6 | |
| Dry Handling | 2nd of 6 | |
| Snow Braking | 5th of 6 | |
| Snow Handling | 5th of 6 | |
| Ice Braking | 5th of 6 |