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Nexen N Fera Primus

Summer
Lowcost
7.4 /10 Conditionally recommended

A very cheap tyre made in Europe with sufficient grip, but very short life. Not sporty. Good for people that don't drive just occasionally.

7 Tests Price from: £56 40 Sizes
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See how this tyre stacks up against its closest rivals across all tested properties

NexenThis tyre
N Fera Primus
7.4
HankookPremium
Ventus Prime 4
7.6
Better at: Dry braking, Dry handling, Exterior noise
Worse at: Comfort, Interior noise, Aquaplaning - cross
BridgestonePremium
Turanza 6
8.1
Better at: Interior noise, Aquaplaning - cross, Exterior noise
Worse at: Wet circle cornering, Wet braking
GoodyearPremium
Efficientgrip 2 SUV
9.2
Better at: Exterior noise, Comfort, Interior noise
NokianUpper-middle
Powerproof 2
8.4
Better at: Exterior noise, Dry braking, Dry handling
Worse at: Interior noise
KleberUpper-middle
Dynaxer HP5
6.4
Better at: Exterior noise, Dry braking
Worse at: Wet circle cornering, Wet handling, Dry handling
DebicaBudget
Presto
6.1
Better at: Exterior noise, Dry handling, Dry braking
Worse at: Wet braking, Aquaplaning - cross, Wet circle cornering
TriangleB
Advantex SUV TR259
Better at: Exterior noise
Worse at: Wet braking, Wet circle cornering, Wet handling
KumhoUpper-middle
Ecsta HS52
7.6
Better at: Dry braking, Dry handling, Exterior noise
Worse at: Aquaplaning - cross
FalkenUpper-middle
ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
6.9
Better at: Aquaplaning - longitudal, Exterior noise, Aquaplaning - cross
Worse at: Interior noise, Wet handling, Wet circle cornering
ContinentalPremium
PremiumContact 7
9.8
Better at: Dry braking, Dry handling, Wet handling
Worse at: Interior noise
GoodyearPremium
Efficient Grip Performance 2
8.7
Better at: Exterior noise, Comfort, Wet circle cornering
Worse at: Wet braking
MichelinPremium
Primacy 4+
7.8
Better at: Exterior noise, Dry braking, Dry handling
Worse at: Interior noise, Wet circle cornering
ToyoUpper-middle
Proxes Comfort
7.8
Better at: Exterior noise, Dry braking, Dry handling
Worse at: Wet braking
DunlopPremium
SP Sport MAXX RT2
7.7
Better at: Aquaplaning - longitudal, Comfort, Aquaplaning - cross
Worse at: Wet braking, Wet handling, Wet circle cornering
KleberUpper-middle
Dynaxer HP4
7.5
Better at: Exterior noise, Comfort, Dry braking
Worse at: Interior noise, Wet circle cornering, Wet handling

Pros & Cons

Strengths

Excellent resistance to aquaplaning, ensuring safety on wet roads.

Safe and dynamic handling in wet conditions, with short braking distances.

Good braking performance overall.

Attractive, budget-friendly price.

Weaknesses

Understeer and slower steering response during dry handling.

Limited tire longevity, leading to reduced overall value.

Increased rolling resistance, which may impact fuel efficiency.

History

2022

Nexen N Fera Primus was launched

2022
2× Tested
Autobild215/55 R17#10
Autobild215/55 R17#17Satisfactory
2023
1× Tested
ADAC205/55 R16#10Good
2024
3× Tested
ADAC215/55 R17#11Satisfactory
Autobild205/55 R16#11
Autobild205/55 R16#17Satisfactory
2026
1× Tested
Motor235/55 R18#6Conditionally recommended
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Tests (7)

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7 Tests 5× Recommended
Motor Summer
235/55 R18
#6 Of 8 Tyres
Motor2026
6thConditionally recommended
Skoda Kodiaq
1.Nokian Powerproof 2Test winner
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5.Bridgestone Turanza 6Recommended
6.Nexen N Fera PrimusConditionally recommended
7.Debica PrestoConditionally recommended
ADAC Summer
215/55 R17
#11 Of 16 Tyres
ADAC2024
11thSatisfactory
VW T-Roc
Autobild Summer
205/55 R16
#11 Of 55 Tyres
Autobild2024
11th
Dry braking: 37,2 mWet braking: 27,7 m
VW Golf
Autobild Summer
205/55 R16
#17 Of 20 Tyres
Autobild2024
17thSatisfactory
VW Golf
1.Michelin Primacy 4+Exemplary
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16.Pirelli Cinturato P7Satisfactory
17.Nexen N Fera PrimusSatisfactory
18.Uniroyal RainSport 5Satisfactory
ADAC Summer
205/55 R16
#10 Of 50 Tyres
ADAC2023
10thGood
VW Golf
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Autobild Summer
215/55 R17
#10 Of 51 Tyres
Autobild2022
10th
Dry braking: 37,2 mWet braking: 28,6 m
VW Passat
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Autobild Summer
215/55 R17
#17 Of 21 Tyres
Autobild2022
17thSatisfactory
VW Passat
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Sizes (40)

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205/50 R15From £79

1 Variants

86V5/55 ZR17 10
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205/55 R15From £79

1 Variants

88V4PR
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Nexen Summer - Lineup at a glance

Where each model sits, what it is tuned for, and how the models trade off

Nexen's passenger summer range runs from the OE-fitted N'Fera sport line through the N'Blue comfort and efficiency tyres, offering value-focused alternatives to the premium brands while climbing the European OE ladder.

From sporty to efficient
◀ Sporty / performanceComfort / efficiency ▶
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Ratings

Tested 5× By professional organizations

●Satisfactory4× (80%)
●Conditionally recommended1× (20%)

Performance by size

xxx/xx R16 8.5xxx/xx R17 8.5xxx/xx R18 7.0205/xx Rxx 8.5215/xx Rxx 8.5235/xx Rxx 7.0

Frequently asked questions

Is this tyre suitable for SUVs?
Yes, this tyre is also made in SUV sizes.

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