The Nexen N8000 is a mid-range ultra high performance summer tire with repeated praise for aquaplaning resistance, quiet running and comfort. Tests raise wear and rolling-resistance concerns, while some owners find the sidewalls soft and steering feedback limited.
The quick answer
Owners say72%from 80 owner reviews68% would buy againRead the reviews
Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tire - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated January 2025.
Based on test and owner data, the Nexen N8000 is expected to last around 18,500 miles (29,773 km).
What do owners say about the Nexen N8000?
Across 80 owner ratings the Nexen N8000 averages 72%. Owners rate Dry Grip highest at 7.9 out of 10 and Handling lowest at 6.6. 20 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 68% of owners score it 70% or better.
What is the Nexen N8000's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the Nexen N8000 most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, C for wet grip and 69 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the Nexen N8000?
Owners rate the Nexen N8000 7.9 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 77 reviews.
How well do the Nexen N8000 wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Nexen N8000 6.9 out of 10 for wear across 77 reviews. 20 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 4,000 miles.
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Would owners buy the Nexen N8000 again?
68% of owners say they would buy the Nexen N8000 again, based on the 75 owner reviews that answered the question. 35% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What do owners say about the Nexen N8000's dry grip?
Of the 74 owner reviews analyzed for the Nexen N8000, 41 mention dry grip: 32 praise it (strong dry grip) and 9 criticise it (limited dry grip). Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Nexen N8000's road noise?
Of the 74 owner reviews analyzed for the Nexen N8000, 31 mention road noise: 25 praise it (quiet) and 6 criticise it (noisy). One owner wrote: "i love the quietness and the comfort they give you". Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Nexen N8000's wet grip?
Of the 74 owner reviews analyzed for the Nexen N8000, 30 mention wet grip: 28 praise it (confident wet grip) and 2 criticise it (weak wet grip). One owner wrote: "even more amazing in the wet". Read those reviews
What sizes does the Nexen N8000 come in?
The Nexen N8000 is available in 64 sizes, ranging from 195-275/30-60 R16-20.
Just put 4 n8000 on my audi a4. Why are they so noisey is that normal????
March 26, 2016
While the Nexen N8000 hasn't been featured in a test in recent years, in one test in 2013 is was particularly recommended as a quiet tire (details can be found here. Depending on just how noisy the new tire is, we'd suggest getting your alignment checked to ensure even wear, or checking the pressures. One thing worth noting is that a lot of noise comes from tread pattern, so all other things being equal, a tire with more tread depth will be noisier.
The Nexen N8000 receives more owner praise than criticism for wet and dry grip, quiet running, comfort and value. Soft sidewalls and limited steering feedback are recurring reservations, each affecting around one in ten reviews rather than most owners. Tread life is generally liked, with some later-life accounts supporting long service, but around one in eight reviews raise wear concerns. Most accounts lack a stage of use, so the wide mileage range does not establish a typical lifespan. Repeat owners describe both continued satisfaction and reservations, without a consistent pattern of deteriorating grip or refinement.
What owners mention most counted across 74 reviews
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Owner ratings averaged from 80 ratings
Owner score72%
Dry Grip79%
Comfort79%
Wet Grip74%
Road Feedback69%
Wear69%
Handling66%
Featured reviews
Most helpful 58%
“On a Fiesta ST 1.5 ecoboost 200 bhp when brought. The car with 12000 miles on it and the garage had changed the front tires as they were worn. Changed from standard fit Michelin Sports SP4s to these Nexen n8000s. So how...”
“Fitted to the rear of a Mazda RX8 the stability on these tires is appalling. They 'tramline' so badly the car can travel 30cm (that's a foot in caveman measurements) sideways uncommanded even in dry conditions. It feels...”
“Previously fitted tires were Falken 452's. These Nexen N8000 totally trounce the Falkens. Not regretted buying another great mid range tire. Why buy pemium ?? These N8000 last 20k before a change is required at 3mm...”
Had this tire fitted to the front of a bmw 325i sport on 18in alloys for 26000miles and 4 years no complaints would use again only changed because of cracking from age.
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On a Fiesta ST 1.5 ecoboost 200 bhp when brought.
The car with 12000 miles on it and the garage had changed the front tires as they were worn. Changed from standard fit Michelin Sports SP4s to these Nexen n8000s. So how did I find / like them over 500 miles
Got the car and went out in the dry for a get to know you better quick drive. initial thoughts Nexens have come along way. good grip no issues on dry country B roads. Thought to myself think I must reset my thoughts on where Nexens are in my tire catalogue.
However 2 days later went out with my better half on a wet day (drizzle not downpour) and wow white line shimmy, understeer at no cornering speed. wheelspin with no real accelerator. night and day to their dry performance.
Just changed to standard fit Michelin SP4s after 500 miles and so much better.
Not recommended if you are a spirited driver, think they would be Ok on a very low power commuter type car (Fiesta 1.0 as example).
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I had a sudden burst to my Falken FK510 tires and it was a late evening. The only nearby workshop with 265/30/19 ready stock is Nexen N8000.
Tried them on for 6 months, what I can tell is that this is a budget non-performance tire. Dry grip is subpar. I have no confidence to go fast in corner like I used to with Bridgestone, Falken FK510 and Continental CSC6. Again, I understand this is a budget tire but I didn't expect the dry grip to be this bad.
Wet grip on the other hand, it is not too bad. So far no aquaplaning in the past 6 months.
My advice is to go for a better tire if budget is not an issue for you. Avoid this tire at all cost if driving feel and safety at highspeed is your concern.
Casings failed with large circumferential cracks. Very lucky not to have gone bang replaced with Goodyears all round, consider these to be poor budget tires that suffered dangerous structural failures
Replaced my goodyears on the eos, the nexen tires a very comfortable at the price, 10 % less precise when handling, but great grip, no noise tires for a vw Eos!
Brought these to replace similar tires , for the price I can't complain , I've not done enough miles to really comment on wear ect . But over all a good tire .
Bought nexen because this is my secondary summer setup for this car and did not want to spend alot of money.
Tires are very nice suprise, specially for money they cost.
Dry grip is excelent, super quiet, low rolling resistance.
Wet grip is ok, not bad but not specially good either.
Probably will buy again...
Having fitted Nexen N8000 R18 92Y tires to my newly acquired Skoda Octavia VRS TDI hatchback they were nearly new. Driving on them mixed style for 20 000 miles (32 000km) I must say the are very good all-rounders. Honestly, being fun of Michelins (driven on my previous cars on Michelin primacy, cross climate and pilot sport3-which truly transformed my car to entirely different level) Nexens do not reach quite the level of Michelins. However, the Nexen N8000 is really dependable tire (HP true work horse) which will not let you down in any situation, from driving in the town (pot holes and kerb parking), through the Grossglockner pass (4 persons in the car and multiple passes) to the German autobahn (nearly empty car) with speeds in corners about 125MP/H (200km/h) and once I saw on dash board in down hill 160MP/H (258 KM/H)!!! They never let me down and offer very good blend of longevity, performance and fun. They are bargain for the price, and there is still a good few thousands miles left in the tread. Ideally I would get Michlelin Pilot sports 3 or 4 these days for my car. But I wouldn't feel bad at all to go for Nexen N8000 again If I would be a few quid short ;) Definitely would get them again as an alternative to the ultimate tire :)
I had these fitted on my 2005 CLK 320 with 218 HP. I rotated them left/right every 10,000 kilometers. They lasted me 68,000 kilometers and I was very happy with their dry and wet performance. They endured some nasty potholes without any trouble. Very good tires for $90 each for 225/45R17.
I fitted them in the rear as well and rotated them every 10,000 km. They now have 52,000 km and they need replacement. Same performance. They cost $100 each for 245/40R17.
