Nexen WinGuard Sport 2 - Test Results

Test Statistics

10

Tests Completed

13th

Average Position

5th

Best Result

27th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

Across 10 winter tests, the Nexen WinGuard Sport 2 shows a recurring split personality: competitive dynamics and comfort/value, but clear braking and efficiency compromises. It frequently excels in dry and snow handling and is often among the quietest and best-value tires, with one standout top-5 overall (ADAC 2021). However, wet and dry braking are consistently weak, and rolling resistance is persistently among the worst, which drags overall positions down, especially in large comparative fields.

Performance Strengths

Comfort and Noise Strong
• 1st place noise in 2019 Auto Bild 225/45 R17 (68.7 dB)
• 1st place noise in 2018 Auto Bild 245/45 R18 (70.8 dB)
• 2nd place noise in 2021 Sportscars (72.5 dB)
Value and Cost of Ownership Strong
• 1st place value and 1st wear (48375 km) in 2017 Auto Bild 225/50 R17
• Top-3 price/value in 2019 Auto Bild 225/45 R17 (Price 3/20; Value 3/20)
• Low purchase price mentions in 2017 article
Dry and Snow Handling Dynamics Moderate
• Dry handling 2/11 in 2018 (+4.5% from best)
• Dry handling 6/21 in 2017 (+3.3% from best)
• Snow handling 10/20 in 2017 (+2.3% from best)
• Snow handling 8/11 in 2019 (+3.6% from best)
Snow Braking and Traction (Mid-Pack Consistency) Moderate
• Snow braking 3/11 in 2018 (+4.0% from best)
• Snow braking 13/21 in 2019 (+2.9% from best)
• Snow traction 10/14 in 2021 (+13.4% from best)

Performance Weaknesses

Wet Braking Performance Strong
• 30/54 (+20.7%) in 2023 AB braking
• 27/49 (+20.5%) in 2020 AB braking
• 13/14 (+20.4%) in 2021 Sportscars
• 10/12 (+16.8%) in 2019 UHP
Dry Braking Performance Strong
• 13/14 (+21.1%) in 2021 Sportscars
• 19/21 (+21.6%) in 2019 Auto Bild 225/45 R17
• 8/11 (+12.8%) in 2018 UHP
• 12/21 (+19.8%) in 2017 Auto Bild
Rolling Resistance / Efficiency Strong
• 11/11 (+25.1%) in 2018 UHP
• 20/21 (+29.1%) in 2019 Auto Bild 225/45 R17
• 21/21 (+27.7%) in 2017 Auto Bild
• 9/14 (+11.8%) in 2021 Sportscars
Aquaplaning and Wet Lateral Grip Moderate
• Curved aquaplaning 13/14 (+18.7%) in 2021 Sportscars
• Wet circle 11/14 (+5.7%) in 2021 Sportscars
• Straight aquaplaning 17/21 (+8.4%) in 2017 Auto Bild