Nexen N Fera Primus - Test Results
Test Statistics
6
Tests Completed12th
Average Position10th
Best Result17th
Worst ResultPerformance Analysis
The Nexen N Fera Primus shows a consistent pattern of strong wet-road capability contrasted by mediocre dry dynamics and below-average efficiency and wear. Across six summer tests it regularly places top 5-7 in wet braking and wet handling metrics, and occasionally excels in straight-line aquaplaning. However, dry braking/handling sit mid-to-lower midfield, rolling resistance and fuel use are average-to-poor, and wear/abrasion results are consistently weak, keeping overall rankings in the mid-pack.
Overall value is mixed: purchase price is often competitive, but shorter projected mileage and higher abrasion undermine lifecycle cost. The tire's best use case is wet-climate everyday driving, while drivers prioritizing longevity, aquaplaning safety at high water depths, or crisp dry handling may find limitations.
Performance Strengths
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Wet Weather Performance
Strong
• 5/21 wet braking in 2024 AutoBild (+7.4% from best)
• 6/21 wet handling in 2024 AutoBild (+1.2% from best)
• 5/55 wet braking in 2024 AutoBild Market Overview (+7.4% from best)
• 7/22 wet handling in 2022 AutoBild (+1.7% from best)
• 5/44 wet braking in 2022 AutoBild Market Overview (+4% from best) -
Straight-Line Aquaplaning (Shallow/Moderate Water)
Moderate
• 4/50 straight aquaplaning in 2023 ADAC (+2.5% from best)
• 4/22 straight aquaplaning in 2022 AutoBild (+1% from best) -
Purchase Price Competitiveness
Moderate
• 3/20 price in 2024 AutoBild (+9.4% from best)
• 6/16 price in 2024 ADAC (+33.7% from best)
• 2/21 price in 2022 AutoBild (+18.3% from best) -
Noise/Comfort (Relative)
Minor
• 8/21 noise in 2024 AutoBild (+1.2% from best)
• 18/50 noise in 2023 ADAC (+2.3% from best)
Performance Weaknesses
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Dry Braking and Handling
Strong
• 16/21 dry braking in 2024 AutoBild (+5.1% from best)
• 15/21 dry handling in 2024 AutoBild (+1.5% from best)
• 19/22 dry braking in 2022 AutoBild (+4.2% from best)
• 21/22 dry handling in 2022 AutoBild (+2.2% from best)
• 19/50 dry braking in 2023 ADAC (+6.4% from best) -
Wear and Abrasion / Lifecycle Cost
Strong
• 19/20 wear in 2024 AutoBild (+57% from best)
• 11/16 wear in 2024 ADAC (+41.1% from best) and 10/16 abrasion (+52.8% from best)
• 38/50 wear in 2023 ADAC (+53.4% from best) and 40/50 abrasion (+153.2% from best)
• 18/21 wear in 2022 AutoBild (+46.4% from best) -
Aquaplaning Resistance (Curved/Deep Water) and Wet Safety Margins
Moderate
• 21/21 straight aquaplaning in 2024 AutoBild (+7.6% from best)
• 17/21 curved aquaplaning in 2024 AutoBild (+13.5% from best)
• 10/22 curved aquaplaning in 2022 AutoBild (+10.5% from best) -
Rolling Resistance / Fuel Efficiency
Moderate
• 17/21 rolling resistance in 2024 AutoBild (+15% from best)
• 19/22 rolling resistance in 2022 AutoBild (+56.9% from best)
• 7/16 fuel consumption in 2024 ADAC (+3.5% from best) -
Value Retention (Price-to-Wear)
Moderate
• 19/20 value in 2024 AutoBild (+100.4% from best)
• 39/50 value in 2023 ADAC (+150.5% from best)
• 11/16 value in 2024 ADAC (+75.7% from best)
Performance Over Time
Test History
Value, Wear, Straight Aqua
2024 ADAC Summer Tire Test
2024
Winner: Continental PremiumContact 7
2023 ADAC Summer Tire Test
2023
Winner: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
2022 Auto Bild Summer Tire Test
2022
Winner: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
Price
Dry Handling