Continental AllSeasonContact 2 vs Nexen N Blue 4Season 2

Test Results

Independent comparison tire tests are the best source of data to get tire information from, and the good news is there have been five tests which compare both tires directly!

While it might look like the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 is better than the Nexen N Blue 4Season 2 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tires are very complicated objects which means where one tire is better than the other can be more important in real world use.

Let's look at how the two tires compare across multiple tire test categories.

Key Strengths

Continental AllSeasonContact 2

• Outstanding wet braking and handling; strong aquaplaning resistance
• Balanced winter ability with strong snow traction/handling
• Low rolling resistance and low abrasion; efficient over time
• Consistently high test finishes and well-rounded dynamics

Nexen N Blue 4Season 2

• Short dry braking distances across sizes
• Very good ice braking in ADAC; solid snow capability
• Comfortable ride and competitive noise levels
• Compelling value with lower purchase price

Real World Driver Reviews

Tire Reviews also collects real world driver reviews for the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 and Nexen N Blue 4Season 2.

In total the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 has been reviewed 28 times and drivers have given the tire 86% overall.

The Nexen N Blue 4Season 2 has been reviewed 3 times and drivers have given the tire 96% overall.

This means in real world driving, people prefer the Nexen N Blue 4Season 2.

Conclusion

Continental AllSeasonContact 2 is the more complete tire: class-leading wet grip with ~7-13% shorter wet braking across tests, superior aquaplaning resistance, and broadly stronger snow performance, translating into higher overall safety and confidence in mixed climates. It also pairs low rolling resistance with low abrasion and competitive mileage, frequently topping the rankings.

Nexen N'Blue 4Season 2 makes its case on price, short dry stops, comfortable manners and standout ice braking in ADAC. However, weaker wet/aquaplaning reserves and generally lower placements limit its versatility. If you prioritise best-in-class safety in rain and balanced year-round control, pick Continental. If budget is tight and you mainly drive in mild, dry-to-cold conditions with occasional snow/ice, Nexen can be a sensible, cost-effective choice.

Key Differences

• Wet braking: Continental shorter by ~7-13% in multiple tests; key safety margin in rain
• Aquaplaning: Continental notably stronger straight and curved; Nexen shows weaknesses
• Snow performance: Continental generally ahead on traction/handling; Nexen competitive, excels on ice in ADAC
• Dry braking: Nexen frequently stops slightly shorter; Continental provides better dry handling feedback
• Efficiency: Continental lower rolling resistance and abrasion; Nexen slightly lower fuel in one ADAC size but higher RR elsewhere
• Value proposition: Nexen cheaper upfront; Continental offers better overall performance-to-risk balance and longevity

Overall Winner: Continental AllSeasonContact 2

Based on the tire test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tire has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tire buying choice.

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Footnote

This page has been developed using tire industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tires in the same test.

Why is this important? Tire testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tire test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tire tests performed on different days or at different locations.

As a result you will see other tests on Tire Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.

Lots of other websites do this sort of tire comparison, Tire Reviews doesn't.