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1. Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Premium2. Nexen N blue HD Plus Lowcost
Comparison: Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 vs. Nexen N blue HD Plus
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In this comparison, we will be looking at the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 and the Nexen N blue HD plus summer tyres. These two tyres have been tested in various categories such as comfort, dry and wet performance, and handling. We will provide a summary of their strengths and weaknesses based on the test results from Autobild, AutoMotorSport, and ADAC.
The Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125, made in Hungary, is a summer tyre that comes as first equipment for the Citroën C3 Aircross. It has an overall rating of 88%, which is quite impressive. The Ventus Prime3 has been replaced by the newer model, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
On the other hand, the Nexen N blue HD plus is a summer tyre made in Korea with a rating of 70%. There is no newer model that has replaced this tyre from Nexen.
In the Autobild test, the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 outperformed the Nexen N blue HD plus by securing the 2nd position out of 50 tyres. Its strong points included dry braking, dry handling, and wet braking. The Nexen N blue HD plus ranked 12th in this test, with its best features being comfort.
From the AutoMotorSport test, the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 again outdid the Nexen N blue HD plus by placing 6th out of the 11 tyres tested. Its best features were dry braking, dry handling, objective dry handling, and dry lane changing. In contrast, the Nexen N blue HD plus was ranked 10th in this test.
Lastly, in the ADAC test, the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 was ranked 5th out of the 16 tyres tested, while the Nexen N blue HD plus ended up in the 13th position.
In conclusion, when comparing the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 and the Nexen N blue HD plus based on the overall test results, it is clear that the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 is the better performer. With its exceptional dry and wet braking, handling, and overall performance, the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 comes out as the top choice for consumers. However, if comfort is a priority, the Nexen N blue HD plus could be a suitable option. Always consider your driving conditions and preferences before choosing the right tyre for your vehicle.
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Best rating in test
1. Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Exemplary2. Nexen N blue HD Plus Satisfactory
Worst rating in test
1. Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Conditionally recommended
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(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - longitudal
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Wet braking according to EU label
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(Overall rating)Comfort
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Mutual tests
| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 1 | ||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Rating: Good | 1- | 1- | 3+ | ||||
| Nexen N blue HD Plus Rating: Satisfactory | 3+ | 2+ | 3+ | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 29,6 | |||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 34,1 | 29,6 | |||||
| Nexen N blue HD Plus | 35,8 | 32,1 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | |||
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| Best values in test | 8,8 | 9,1 | 9,3 | 9,7 | |||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Rating: Recommended | 8,3 | 7,8 | 9,3 | 6,9 | |||
| Nexen N blue HD plus Rating: Conditionally recommended | 6,9 | 6,8 | 7,0 | 6,6 | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,5 | 34,3 | |||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 34,5 | 35,2 | |||||
| Nexen N blue HD plus | 38,3 | 40,6 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 2,0 | 1,6 | 3,0 | 1,0 | 1,7 | ||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Rating: Good | 2,5 | 1,6 | 3,4 | 2,5 | 2,1 | ||
| Nexen N blue HD plus Rating: Satisfactory | 2,7 | 2,2 | 3,0 | 3,0 | 2,4 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 1- | 1- | ||||
| Nexen N blue HD plus Rating: - | 3+ | 2 | 2 | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,6 | 27 | |||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 34,6 | 27,9 | |||||
| Nexen N blue HD plus | 35,7 | 31,1 | |||||
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