Nexen N Fera SU1 - Test Results

Test Statistics

6

Tests Completed

11^th

Average Position

5^th

Best Result

22^nd

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

Across six summer tests, the Nexen N Fera SU1 delivers mixed but generally mid-to-lower-tier performance. Its standout trait is efficiency: rolling resistance consistently ranks near the top. However, dynamic performance in wet and dry-especially braking and aquaplaning-regularly lags behind class leaders. Earlier tests (2014) showed mid-pack capability, but later examinations (2020, 2023) indicate the tire struggles versus modern competitors, particularly in safety-critical wet metrics.
Overall, the tire suits cost-conscious drivers prioritizing fuel economy over maximum grip. Competence in noise and comfort is serviceable, but not enough to offset sizable deficits in wet braking/handling and aquaplaning that depress overall rankings.

Performance Strengths

Efficiency / Rolling Resistance Strong Details
• 2/6 rolling resistance in 2023 APAC (+1.3% from best)
• 2/10 rolling resistance in 2020 Teknikens (+0.7% from best)
Noise & Comfort (Secondary NVH) Moderate Details
• 3/6 external noise (70.4-72.6 dB) in 2023 APAC (within ~1% of best)
• 4/6 subjective comfort in 2023 APAC (+3.4% from best)
Qualifying Braking Shootout Competence (Historic) Minor Details
• 14/50 in 2014 Auto Bild 50 Tire Shootout (advanced to Top 15)
• 10/15 in 2014 Auto Bild Top 15

Performance Weaknesses

Wet Weather Performance (Braking & Handling) Strong Details
• 10/10 wet braking (+15.3%) and 10/10 wet handling (+6%) in 2020 Teknikens
• 5/6 wet braking (+6.8%) and 5/6 subjective wet handling (+6.5%) in 2023 APAC
Aquaplaning Resistance Strong Details
• 10/10 straight aquaplaning (+7.6%) in 2020 Teknikens
• 5/6 straight aquaplaning (+1.8%) in 2023 APAC
Dry Performance (Braking/Handling) Moderate Details
• 10/10 dry braking (+11.7%) in 2020 Teknikens
• 4/6 dry braking (+6.7%) and 4/6 dry handling (+5.6%) in 2023 APAC; 5/6 subjective dry handling
Overall Competitiveness vs Field Moderate Details
• Average overall position 11.3 across 6 tests
• 10/10 overall in 2020 Teknikens; 5/6 overall in 2023 APAC; 22/43 in 2017 Auto Bild; 10/15 in 2014 Auto Bild Top 15