Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 vs Nexen N Fera Sport SU2

Two popular summer options with different missions go head‑to‑head: Goodyear’s Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, a max‑performance benchmark aimed at keen drivers, versus Nexen’s N Fera Sport SU2, an ultra‑high‑performance value pick. Across nine shared professional tests from 18–19 inch fitments, the Goodyear consistently runs at or near the front, while the Nexen mixes solid grip with sharper pricing and, at times, better aquaplaning margins and comfort.

The data shows a clear performance tilt: Goodyear sweeps all overall comparisons (9/9), repeatedly leading dry and wet braking, handling and wear. Nexen counters with competitive straight‑line and curved aquaplaning in several tests, slightly lower rolling resistance in a few cases, quieter/softer impressions on occasion, and a notably lower purchase price. The question becomes whether the Nexen’s upfront savings and wet‑safety aquaplaning buffer can offset Goodyear’s stronger grip, longevity and lower total cost per 1,000 km in most studies.
Eagle-F1-Asymmetric-6 VS N-Fera-Sport-SU2

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 nine tests which compare both tires directly!

Summary of nine total tests comparing both tires directly
TireTest WinsPerformance
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6nine
nine wins

While it might look like the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is better than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 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

  • Class‑leading dry and wet braking (often 4–8% shorter) and consistently quicker handling laps
  • Outstanding wear life and lower cost per 1,000 km despite higher upfront price
  • Generally lower noise and rolling resistance with strong all‑round balance
  • Lower purchase price with good aquaplaning performance in several tests
  • Occasional advantages in comfort/noise and rolling resistance
  • Competitive everyday grip for the money

Dry Braking

Looking at data from nine tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during nine dry braking tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stopped the vehicle in 3.25% less distance than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
33.92M
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
35.06M
Dry braking in meters, lower is better

Best In Dry Braking: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

2022 AMS Performance Summer Tire Test
245/45 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:34.6M Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 35.4M
2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tire Test
245/40 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:33.9M Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 35.5M
2023 Summer Tire Market Overview
225/45 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:33.2M Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 34.6M
2023 AZ UHP Summer Tire Test
235/35 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:33M Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 33.8M
2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tire Test
225/45 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:33.2M Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 34.6M
2023 Sport Auto UHP Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:33.8M Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 35.1M
2025 Summer Tire Test Shootout
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:34.1M Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 35M
2025 ADAC Summer Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:35.5M Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 36.5M
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:34M Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 35M

Dry Handling [s]

Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one dry handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 1.88% faster around a lap than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
99.1s
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
101s
Dry handling time in seconds, lower is better

Best In Dry Handling [s]: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

2023 AZ UHP Summer Tire Test
235/35 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:99.1s Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 101s

Dry Handling [Km/H]

Looking at data from five tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during five dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 2.53% faster around a lap than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
117.2Km/H
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
114.24Km/H
Dry Handling Average Speed, higher is better

Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

2022 AMS Performance Summer Tire Test
245/45 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:125.8Km/H Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 125.5Km/H
2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tire Test
245/40 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:117.8Km/H Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 115.2Km/H
2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tire Test
225/45 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:120.9Km/H Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 116.8Km/H
2023 Sport Auto UHP Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:100.6Km/H Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 99Km/H
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:120.9Km/H Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 114.7Km/H

Wet Braking

Looking at data from nine tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during eight wet braking tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stopped the vehicle in 5.31% less distance than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
34.98M
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
36.94M
Wet braking in meters, lower is better

Best In Wet Braking: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

2022 AMS Performance Summer Tire Test
245/45 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:31.3M Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 30.8M
2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tire Test
245/40 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:52M Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 53.4M
2023 Summer Tire Market Overview
225/45 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:25.4M Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 27.2M
2023 AZ UHP Summer Tire Test
235/35 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:40.6M Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 43.8M
2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tire Test
225/45 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:39.7M Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 42.5M
2023 Sport Auto UHP Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:23.8M Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 24.6M
2025 Summer Tire Test Shootout
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:28.3M Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 30.9M
2025 ADAC Summer Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:29.5M Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 31M
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:44.2M Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 48.3M

Wet Braking - Concrete

Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stopped the vehicle in 7.01% less distance than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
35.8M
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
38.5M
Wet braking on Concrete in meters, lower is better

Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

2025 ADAC Summer Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:35.8M Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 38.5M

Wet Handling [s]

Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one wet handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 1.16% faster around a wet lap than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
68.4s
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
69.2s
Wet handling time in seconds, lower is better

Best In Wet Handling [s]: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

2023 AZ UHP Summer Tire Test
235/35 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:68.4s Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 69.2s

Wet Handling [Km/H]

Looking at data from five tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during five wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 3.53% faster around a wet lap than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
79.92Km/H
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
77.1Km/H
Wet Handling Average Speed, higher is better

Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

2022 AMS Performance Summer Tire Test
245/45 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:88.4Km/H Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 84.5Km/H
2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tire Test
245/40 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:75.1Km/H Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 72.3Km/H
2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tire Test
225/45 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:76.7Km/H Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 73.5Km/H
2023 Sport Auto UHP Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:86.4Km/H Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 83.5Km/H
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:73Km/H Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 71.7Km/H

Wet Circle

Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during three wet circle tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 2.93% faster around a wet circle than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
13.24s
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
13.64s
Wet Circle Lap Time in seconds, lower is better

Best In Wet Circle: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tire Test
245/40 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:11.34s Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 11.91s
2023 AZ UHP Summer Tire Test
235/35 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:13.67s Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 13.95s
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:14.72s Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 15.05s

Straight Aqua

Looking at data from seven tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during four straight aqua tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 floated at a 1.06% higher speed than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
83.04Km/H
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
83.93Km/H
Float Speed in Km/H, higher is better

Best In Straight Aqua: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2

2022 AMS Performance Summer Tire Test
245/45 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:65.6Km/H Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 73.3Km/H
2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tire Test
245/40 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:91.3Km/H Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 93.8Km/H
2023 AZ UHP Summer Tire Test
235/35 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:79.3Km/H Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 80.9Km/H
2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tire Test
225/45 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:106.3Km/H Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 102.4Km/H
2023 Sport Auto UHP Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:79.1Km/H Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 79.2Km/H
2025 ADAC Summer Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:79.4Km/H Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 78.3Km/H
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:80.3Km/H Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 79.6Km/H

Curved Aquaplaning

Looking at data from six tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during four curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 slipped out at a 5.11% higher speed than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
3.13m/sec2
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
2.97m/sec2
Remaining lateral acceleration, higher is better

Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

2022 AMS Performance Summer Tire Test
245/45 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:2.6m/sec2 Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 2.8m/sec2
2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tire Test
245/40 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:2.59m/sec2 Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 2.77m/sec2
2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tire Test
225/45 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:3.93m/sec2 Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 3.19m/sec2
2023 Sport Auto UHP Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:3.38m/sec2 Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 3.09m/sec2
2025 ADAC Summer Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:3.1m/sec2 Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 3m/sec2
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:3.17m/sec2 Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 2.94m/sec2

Subj. Comfort

Looking at data from one tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during one subj. comfort tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 scored 6% more points than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
4.7 Points
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
5 Points
Subjective Comfort Score, higher is better

Best In Subj. Comfort: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2

2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:4.7 Points Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 5 Points

Noise

Looking at data from seven tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during three noise tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 measured 0.44% quieter than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
70.6dB
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
70.29dB
External noise in dB, lower is better

Best In Noise: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2

2022 AMS Performance Summer Tire Test
245/45 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:70dB Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 67.3dB
2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tire Test
245/40 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:70.6dB Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 70.8dB
2023 AZ UHP Summer Tire Test
235/35 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:67dB Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 68dB
2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tire Test
225/45 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:73.2dB Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 72.3dB
2023 Sport Auto UHP Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:70.9dB Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 70.2dB
2025 ADAC Summer Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:71.2dB Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 71.3dB
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:71.3dB Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 72.1dB

Wear

Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during three wear tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is predicted to cover 32.82% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
56006.67KM
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
37626.67KM
Predicted tread life in KM, higher is better

Best In Wear: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tire Test
225/45 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:63200KM Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 34400KM
2025 ADAC Summer Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:50800KM Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 43700KM
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:54020KM Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 34780KM

Value

Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during two value tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 proved to have a 15.71% better value based on price/1000km than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
8.48Price/1000
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
10.06Price/1000
Euros/1000km based on cost/wear, lower is better

Best In Value: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tire Test
225/45 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:8.7Price/1000 Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 11.92Price/1000
2025 ADAC Summer Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:10.08Price/1000 Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 9.06Price/1000
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:6.66Price/1000 Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 9.2Price/1000

Price

Looking at data from five tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during five price tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 cost 24.08% less than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
460.2
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
349.4
Price in local currency, lower is better

Best In Price: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2

2022 AMS Performance Summer Tire Test
245/45 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:203 Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 138
2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tire Test
245/40 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:745 Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 550
2023 AZ UHP Summer Tire Test
235/35 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:700 Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 565
2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tire Test
225/45 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:550 Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 410
2023 Sport Auto UHP Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:103 Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 84

Rolling Resistance

Looking at data from six tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during five rolling resistance tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 had a 6.72% lower rolling resistance than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
8.19kg / t
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
8.78kg / t
Rolling resistance in kg t, lower is better

Best In Rolling Resistance: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

2022 AMS Performance Summer Tire Test
245/45 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:7.6kg / t Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 8.7kg / t
2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tire Test
245/40 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:7.86kg / t Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 9.01kg / t
2023 AZ UHP Summer Tire Test
235/35 R19
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:8.39kg / t Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 8.81kg / t
2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tire Test
225/45 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:8.01kg / t Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 8.86kg / t
2023 Sport Auto UHP Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:8.3kg / t Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 8.9kg / t
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:8.97kg / t Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 8.41kg / t

Fuel Consumption

Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 performed equally well in fuel consumption tests.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
5.6l/100km
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
5.6l/100km
Fuel consumption in Litres per 100 km, lower is better

Best In Fuel Consumption: Both tires performed equally well

2025 ADAC Summer Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:5.6l/100km Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 5.6l/100km

Abrasion

Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 emitted 0.67% less particle wear matter than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
74.2mg/km/t
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
74.7mg/km/t
Weight of Tire Wear Particles Lost (mg/km/t), lower is better

Best In Abrasion: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

2025 ADAC Summer Tire Test
225/40 R18
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6:74.2mg/km/t Nexen N Fera Sport SU2: 74.7mg/km/t

Real World Driver Reviews

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Driver Reviews

Drivers overwhelmingly praise the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 for outstanding wet and dry grip, confident braking, and a strong comfort/noise balance, often noting improved steering feel and overall handling versus prior tires (Michelin PS4/PS5, Pirelli, Bridgestone). While most find it quiet and comfortable, a notable minority report faster-than-expected wear and occasional soft sidewall/understeer or noise on rough surfaces; overall sentiment remains strongly positive.

Based on 149 reviews with an average rating of 86%

Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 Driver Reviews

Drivers report the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 offers strong dry and wet grip for the price, with several high-scoring reviews praising confident high-speed handling. However, many note faster wear and mixed comfort/noise, and a few report quality issues. Overall sentiment is moderately positive but tempered by durability and ride concerns.

Based on 14 reviews with an average rating of 71%

Best Review for the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Given 100% 225/40 R18 on a combination of roads for 1,000 spirited miles
I am a massive Goodyear fan. I had the Assym 3's on a previous car and never looked back.

I have now had the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5's, Goodyear Eagle F1 Supersports, Michelin PS4 and even some Avon's (for a brief period) on my current car - a Golf GTI Clubsport 40.

I mix up my driving a lot - lots of motorway driving but also lots of hard street driving and B road blasts, I find it massively important to have the best tires possible to allow me to push my car as hard as I can in a safe manner.

I was massively impressed with the Asymmetric 5's, the sheer grip... Continue reading this review using the link below
Helpful 1666 - tire reviewed on March 30, 2023
View all Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 driver reviews >>
Best Review for the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
Given 84% 225/40 R18 on mostly country roads for 2,000 spirited miles
240kmh in rain no problem, 200kmh cornering in dry also not a problem.(understeer is easily controlable and predictable). Wear is a bit quicker but not a big problem since tire is not that expensive
Helpful 515 - tire reviewed on April 28, 2022
View all Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 driver reviews >>

Conclusion

The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is the more complete tire. It brakes shorter in the dry and wet in virtually every test (often 4–8% gains), handles faster on both surfaces, and pairs that grip with excellent wear life—Auto Bild measured roughly 54,000–63,200 km versus ~34,000–35,000 km for the Nexen—translating to a markedly lower running cost per 1,000 km despite higher purchase price. Noise is usually low and rolling resistance is frequently better, making it a rounded, premium performer.

The Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 delivers credible UHP pace for less money and repeatedly shows good aquaplaning reserves (several straight/curved wins) and occasional comfort/noise wins. However, its braking/handling gaps and shorter tread life are meaningful in real‑world safety and value. If you prioritise maximum safety margins, dynamic precision and long‑term economy, choose the Goodyear. If you’re budget‑conscious, drive mostly in everyday conditions, and value aquaplaning stability and comfort, the Nexen remains a sensible, lower‑cost alternative.
Key Differences
  • Stopping power: Goodyear consistently brakes shorter in dry and wet (e.g., −8.5% wet in 2025 Auto Bild; −6.6% wet in 2023 overview)
  • Longevity and cost: Goodyear wear roughly 16–84% better across tests, yielding lower cost per 1,000 km; Nexen cheaper to buy but wears faster
  • Aquaplaning/comfort: Nexen takes multiple straight/curved aquaplaning wins and occasional comfort/noise wins; Goodyear stronger in overall wet grip and handling
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

Overall Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

Based on the tire test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 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.