Nexen N Blue 4 Season

Strengths

Excellent snow traction and convincing winter performance.

Very low noise levels, providing a comfortable and quiet ride.

High mileage and long tread life for good durability.

Balanced overall performance with short braking distances on dry roads.

Attractive pricing and good value for money.

Weaknesses

Moderate lateral grip and understeering behavior on wet and dry roads.

Extended braking distances on wet surfaces.

High rolling resistance, which can impact fuel efficiency.

Performance Analysis: Nexen N Blue 4 Season

This graph shows how the tyre ranks across different properties compared to other tested tyres. Higher percentile means better performance - 100% means better than every tyre in every test, 0% means worse than every tyre in every test.

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Exterior noise

Comfort

Dry braking

Snow handling

Aquaplaning - longitudal

Wet braking

Snow traction

Wet handling

Interior noise

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Timeline

2018

Nexen N Blue 4 Season was tested 5x (ADAC,...) and won the ADAC 175/65 R14 test.

2019

Nexen N Blue 4 Season was tested 3x (ACE,...)

2020

Nexen N Blue 4 Season was tested 2x (Autobild,...)

2021

Nexen N Blue 4 Season was tested 2x (Autobild,...)

2022

Nexen N Blue 4 Season was tested 3x (Autobild,...)

2022

Nexen N Blue 4 Season got replaced by Nexen N Blue 4 Season 2

Sizes

Nexen N Blue 4 Season is made in 73 sizes, starting from 155/70 R13 up to 235/55 R19.

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N Blue 4 Season

3/5

R13 - R19

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Kinergy 4S2 H750

R14 - R20

4.35/5

Comparison with Nexen N Blue 4 Season:

Hankook better at:

• Aquaplaning - cross
• Dry handling
• Wet circle cornering

Hankook worse at:

• Exterior noise
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Vector 4Seasons Gen-3

R14 - R21

3.95/5

Comparison with Nexen N Blue 4 Season:

Goodyear better at:

• Dry handling
• Wet handling
• Wet circle cornering

Goodyear worse at:

• Dry braking
• Exterior noise

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Premitra AS AP3

R13 - R20

3.25/5

Comparison with Nexen N Blue 4 Season:

Maxxis better at:

• Aquaplaning - cross
• Dry handling
• Aquaplaning - longitudal

Maxxis worse at:

• Exterior noise
• Snow handling
• Comfort

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AllSeasonContact

R13 - R20

2.9/5

Comparison with Nexen N Blue 4 Season:

Continental better at:

• Wet circle cornering
• Aquaplaning - cross
• Snow handling

Continental worse at:

• Exterior noise
• Dry braking
• Comfort

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Multiseason 2

R13 - R19

2.75/5

Comparison with Nexen N Blue 4 Season:

Firestone better at:

• Snow traction
• Dry handling
• Wet circle cornering

Firestone worse at:

• Exterior noise
• Aquaplaning - longitudal
• Aquaplaning - cross

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EuroALL Season AS210

R13 - R20

2.4/5

Comparison with Nexen N Blue 4 Season:

Falken better at:

• Dry handling
• Aquaplaning - cross
• Aquaplaning - longitudal

Falken worse at:

• Exterior noise
• Dry braking
• Snow handling

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CrossClimate+

R13 - R19

Comparison with Nexen N Blue 4 Season:

Michelin better at:

• Dry handling
• Comfort
• Wet handling

Michelin worse at:

• Exterior noise
• Aquaplaning - cross
• Aquaplaning - longitudal

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Vector 4Seasons Gen-2

R13 - R20

Comparison with Nexen N Blue 4 Season:

Goodyear better at:

• Wet circle cornering
• Interior noise
• Aquaplaning - cross

Goodyear worse at:

• Dry braking
• Exterior noise

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Weather Control A005

R15 - R20

Comparison with Nexen N Blue 4 Season:

Bridgestone better at:

• Dry handling
• Wet circle cornering
• Wet braking

Bridgestone worse at:

• Snow handling
• Snow traction
• Comfort

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Quatrac 5

R13 - R20

Comparison with Nexen N Blue 4 Season:

Vredestein better at:

• Dry handling
• Interior noise
• Wet circle cornering

Vredestein worse at:

• Exterior noise
• Aquaplaning - longitudal

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Nexen N Blue 4 Season in tyre tests

All tyre tests where Nexen N Blue 4 Season was featured:

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Autobild Allyear tyre test 2022 195/55 R16

Ranked #14 of 35

Name	Stopping distance on dry	Stopping distance on wet
Best values in test	39,9	44,4
Nexen N Blue 4 Season	43,7	54,5

Source: autobild.de

Autoklub ČR Allyear tyre test 2022 205/55 R16

Ranked #9 of 10

Name	Points total	Wet	Dry	Snow
Best values in test	102.7	104,8	104,5	102,7
Nexen N Blue 4 Season	97,97	101,6	98,7	93,6
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Source: www.autoklub.cz

Autobild Allyear tyre test 2022 195/55 R16
satisfactory
Ranked #10 of 15

Finishing 10th out of 15 competitors, the Nexen N Blue 4 Season tire was awarded a 'Satisfactory' rating. It excelled particularly in mileage and price/value, standing out as a cost-effective option with long-lasting durability. Praise was directed at its convincing winter capabilities and exemplary lifespan, boosted further by its affordable price point. However, it faced criticism for its understeering behavior on both wet and dry surfaces, alongside longer braking distances on wet roads and increased rolling resistance. These drawbacks highlighted some performance challenges, despite its strengths in durability and cost-efficiency.

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Running costs
Best values in test	1-	2+	1-	1
Nexen N Blue 4 Season	3+	3+	2+	1

Source: www.autobild.de

Autobild Allyear tyre test 2021 225/50 R17

Ranked #12 of 32

Name	Stopping distance on dry	Stopping distance on wet
Best values in test	37,6	50
Nexen N Blue 4 Season	42	54
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Source: www.autobild.de

Autobild Allyear tyre test 2021 225/50 R17
satisfactory
Ranked #15 of 16

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Rolling resistance	Wear
Best values in test	2+	1-	2+	1	1
Nexen N Blue 4 Season	3+	2-	3+	3+	2+
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Source: www.autobild.de

Autobild Allyear tyre test 2020 205/55 R16
good
Ranked #11 of 14

Finishing 9th out of 14, the Nexen N Blue 4 Season tire displayed a performance characterized by a balanced level on various fronts. It was applauded for its short braking distances on dry roads and strong aquaplaning resistance, coupled with a quiet rolling noise. The tire was also recognized for its cost effectiveness and longevity, offering good value for the price, particularly shining in the areas of exterior noise and price-to-value ratio. However, it was not without drawbacks, as it demonstrated moderate lateral grip on wet surfaces and suffered from an increased rolling resistance, detracting slightly from its overall efficiency. Despite these criticisms, its positive aspects in critical safety and economic parameters marked its standing in the evaluation.

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Running costs
Best values in test	1	2+	1	1
Nexen N Blue 4 Season	2	2	2-	2+
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Source: www.autobild.de

Autobild Allyear tyre test 2020 205/55 R16

Ranked #9 of 32

Name	Stopping distance on dry	Stopping distance on wet
Best values in test	39,7	45
Nexen N Blue 4 Season	41,9	50,3
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Source: www.autobild.de

ACE Allyear tyre test 2019 205/60 R16
conditionally recommended
Ranked #8 of 8

Name	Points total	Winter	Wet	Dry	Rolling resistance	Noise
Best values in test	200	66	66	49	18	8
Nexen N Blue 4 Season	171	45	54	43	14	6
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Autobild Allyear tyre test 2019 225/45 R17
good
Ranked #6 of 10

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Running costs
Best values in test	2+	2+	2+	1
Nexen N Blue 4 Season	2-	2	2	2+
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Source: www.autobild.de

Autobild Allyear tyre test 2019 225/45 R17

Ranked #7 of 31

Name	Stopping distance on dry	Stopping distance on wet
Best values in test	39,5	46,3
Nexen N Blue 4 Season	42,3	50,4
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Source: www.autobild.de

Autoklub ČR Allyear tyre test 2018 205/55 R16

Ranked #6 of 9

Name	Points total	Wet	Dry	Snow	Rolling resistance	Noise
Best values in test	100	100	100	100,6	100	102,2
Nexen N Blue 4 Season	95,3	93,4	94,9	97,7	76,7	100,9
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ADAC Allyear tyre test 2018 175/65 R14
satisfactory
Ranked #1 of 9

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Ice	Noise	Wear	Fuel consumption
Best values in test	1,8	2,4	2,2	2,2	3,1	0,5	1,7
Nexen N Blue 4 Season	2,3	2,7	2,7	2,2	3,2	2,5	2,1
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Source: www.adac.de

Autobild Allyear tyre test 2018 195/65 R15
satisfactory
Ranked #8 of 10

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Running costs
Best values in test	2+	2	2+	2+
Nexen N Blue 4 Season	3+	2-	2	2
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Source: www.autobild.de

Autobild Allyear tyre test 2018 195/65 R15

Ranked #8 of 27

Name	Stopping distance on dry	Stopping distance on wet
Best values in test	39,4	45,2
Nexen N Blue 4 Season	43,6	49,9
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Source: www.autobild.de

AutoMotorSport Allyear tyre test 2018 205/55 R16
still recommended
Ranked #4 of 7

Name	Points total
Best values in test	9,0
Nexen N Blue 4 Season	7,9
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Source: www.auto-motor-und-sport.de

Test ratings distribution

85% (6x)		75% (1x)	70% (1x)
Satisfactory	Good	Still recommended	Conditionally recommended
4x	2x	1x	1x

Ratings x Wheel size

R14	R15	R16	R17
85% (1x)	85% (1x)	78.8% (4x)	85% (2x)

Ratings x Width

175/xx Rxx	195/xx Rxx	205/xx Rxx	225/xx Rxx
85% (1x)	85% (2x)	76.7% (3x)	85% (2x)

FAQ

Where is Nexen N Blue 4 Season made?
Nexen N Blue 4 Season is made in China/Turkey.
Is this tyre suitable for SUVs?
Yes, this tyre is also made in SUV sizes.