Nexen N Blue 4Season 2 - Test Results

Test Statistics

7

Tests Completed

10th

Average Position

6th

Best Result

16th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

The Nexen N Blue 4Season 2 delivers a mixed but value-strong package. It consistently excels in snow/ice braking and traction, often topping the charts, and shows competitive dry braking across most tests. Its standout advantages include exceptional wear and class-leading value in 2023, plus low noise. However, the tire persistently underperforms in wet handling/braking and aquaplaning, and can struggle with dynamic grip (particularly in SUV/sport contexts), which depresses overall rankings despite notable highlights.
Overall, the tire suits cost-conscious drivers prioritizing winter safety, mileage, and low noise, but it requires compromises in wet grip and aquaplaning resistance.

Performance Strengths

Snow & Ice Performance Strong
• 1st place snow braking in 2025 ADAC (9 m)
• 1st place ice braking in 2025 ADAC (14.2 m)
• 3rd place snow traction in 2025 ADAC (+3.1% from best)
• Top-3 snow circle in 2024 Auto Bild SUV (3rd/12, +3%)
Dry Braking Strong
• 5th/16 dry braking in 2025 ADAC (+6.8%)
• 4th/13 dry braking in 2024 Sports Car (+10.2%)
• 6th/37 dry braking in 2024 Market Overview (+7.1%)
• 6th/35 dry braking in 2023 Shootout (+4%)
Wear & Value Strong
• 1st/16 wear in 2023 Auto Bild (75,034 km)
• 1st/16 value in 2023 Auto Bild
• Article: "huge lead" in predicted mileage
Noise/Comfort Moderate
• 1st/16 noise in 2025 ADAC (71.1 dB)
• 3rd/12 noise in 2024 Auto Bild SUV (+2%)
• 6th/18 noise in 2023 Auto Bild (+1%)
Efficiency Moderate
• 2nd/16 fuel consumption in 2025 ADAC (+1.8%)
• Mid-pack rolling resistance: 6th/12 in 2024 Auto Bild SUV (+10.7%), 9th/18 in 2023 Auto Bild (+11.9%)

Performance Weaknesses

Wet Braking & Handling Strong
• 9th/12 wet braking in 2024 Auto Bild SUV (+24.2%) and 9th/12 wet handling (+6.4%)
• 13th/18 wet braking in 2023 Auto Bild (+13.8%) and 18th/18 wet handling (+8.7%)
• 19th/37 wet braking in 2024 Market Overview (+21.6%)
• 4th/13 wet braking but only 7th/13 wet handling in 2024 Sports Car
Aquaplaning Resistance Strong
• 14th/16 curved aquaplaning in 2025 ADAC (+32.1%) and 12th/16 straight aqua (+8.7%)
• 11th/12 curved aquaplaning in 2024 Auto Bild SUV (+33.3%) and 10th/12 straight aqua (+12.1%)
• 15th/18 straight aqua in 2023 Auto Bild (+10.9%)
SUV/Sport Dynamics Moderate
• 12th/12 dry handling in 2024 Auto Bild SUV (110 km/h, slowest)
• 7th/13 dry and wet handling in 2024 Sports Car (+5.4% dry, +7.1% wet)
Wear/Abrasion Variability Minor
• 15th/16 wear in 2025 ADAC (+39.1% from best) with high abrasion 14th/16 (+51%) vs. 1st wear in 2023 Auto Bild (75,034 km)
Snow Consistency (non-ADAC tests) Moderate
• Mid-pack snow results in 2024 Sports Car (11th/13 braking, 11th/13 traction)
• Lower mid in 2023 Auto Zeitung snow metrics (7th-8th)

Performance Over Time

Test History

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2025 ADAC All Season Tire Test

2025
Winner: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3

The Nexen N'Blue 4Season 2 receives a mere "adequate" rating for driving safety due to significant weaknesses on dry roads, which downgrades its overall score. On dry surfaces, it offers poor steer...

Strong:
Noise, Ice Braking, Snow Braking, Fuel Consumption

Weak:
Wear

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