Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 vs Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
In this article we will be looking at independent tire test data, and real world driver reviews of the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 and the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 to find out which tire is best for your own driving.
There are a few basic differences between the two tires. The Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 is an Max-Performance Summer tire designed to be fitted to Passenger-Cars, and the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 is an Ultra-High-Performance Summer tire designed to be fitted to Passenger-Cars
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 three tests which compare both tires directly!
| Tire | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 | two | |
| Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 | one |
While it might look like the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 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.
Dry Braking
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during two dry braking tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 stopped the vehicle in 1.45% less distance than the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72.
Best In Dry Braking: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
See how the Dry Braking winner was calculated >>
Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 was better during one dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 was 0.6% faster around a lap than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
See how the Dry Handling winner was calculated >>
Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 was better during one subj. dry handling tests. On average the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 scored 16.25% more points than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
See how the Subj. Dry Handling winner was calculated >>
Wet Braking
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during one wet braking tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 stopped the vehicle in 0.14% less distance than the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72.
Best In Wet Braking: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
See how the Wet Braking winner was calculated >>
Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 was better during one wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 was 0.73% faster around a wet lap than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
See how the Wet Handling winner was calculated >>
Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 was better during one subj. wet handling tests. On average the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 scored 16.09% more points than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
See how the Subj. Wet Handling winner was calculated >>
Wet Circle
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 was 1.48% faster around a wet circle than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Wet Circle: Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
See how the Wet Circle winner was calculated >>
Straight Aqua
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during one straight aqua tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 floated at a 2.05% higher speed than the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72.
Best In Straight Aqua: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
See how the Straight Aqua winner was calculated >>
Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 was better during one curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 slipped out at a 1.46% higher speed than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
See how the Curved Aquaplaning winner was calculated >>
Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 and Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 performed equally well in subj. comfort tests.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Both tires performed equally well
See how the Subj. Comfort winner was calculated >>
Noise
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during one noise tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 measured 4.72% quieter than the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72.
Best In Noise: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
See how the Noise winner was calculated >>
Wear
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 was better during one wear tests. On average the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 is predicted to cover 0.87% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Wear: Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
See how the Wear winner was calculated >>
Value
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during one value tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 proved to have a 2.49% better value based on price/1000km than the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72.
Best In Value: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
See how the Value winner was calculated >>
Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during one rolling resistance tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 had a 1.35% lower rolling resistance than the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
See how the Rolling Resistance winner was calculated >>
Abrasion
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 lost 6.63% less particle wear matter than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Abrasion: Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
See how the Abrasion winner was calculated >>
Real World Driver Reviews
Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 Driver Reviews
Drivers generally report the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 as a highly grippy, confidence-inspiring tire with strong wet and dry performance, good braking and stable, predictable handling at speed. Many also highlight excellent value versus premium rivals, often describing performance close to top-tier tires for much less money. The main recurring complaint is highway-speed vibration (often linked to balancing or possible out-of-round tires), with a smaller set noting it can be a bit noisier or firmer than some competitors.
Based on 24 reviews with an average rating of 84%
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 Driver Reviews
For the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2, most high-scoring reviews praise strong dry and wet grip, predictable handling, acceptable comfort for some, and excellent value. However, a significant portion of mid/low-scoring reviews report fast shoulder wear, durability/quality issues, and higher noise/harshness, especially over time. Overall sentiment is mixed but leans slightly positive due to several very high-rated performance-focused reviews, while longevity and refinement remain common concerns.
Based on 17 reviews with an average rating of 70%
They are not loud, but wouldn't they are necessarily quiet. You can hear them a bit depending on the road surface and speed.
Didn’t drive them too much in the rain, but seem to hold pretty well in wet conditions.
Mounted them in march this year and after 10-15k km I don’t see any major wear, but I would have to abstain on this one until I get them properly... Continue reading this review using the link below
Conclusion
In conclusion the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 performed better in dry handling [km/h], subj. dry handling, wet handling [km/h], subj. wet handling, wet circle, curved aquaplaning, wear and abrasion, while the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 performed better in dry braking, wet braking, straight aqua, noise, value and rolling resistance.
Interestingly, both tires performed equally well in dry handling, wet handling and subj. comfort, showing that they are closely matched in these areas.
Which tire is best for you depends a lot on your driving style and situation, plus what you want from the tire. Comparing all the data in the tire reviews database, on balance Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 seems to be the best tire overall.
However, it's important to note that both tires have their strengths.
Remember, the best tire for you might depend on which of these factors are most important for your specific driving needs and conditions.
Overall Winner: Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
Based on the tire test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 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.Similar Comparisons
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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.