Comparison: Kumho HA32 Solus 4S vs. Nexen N Blue 4 Season

In this comparison, we will take a closer look at the Kumho HA32 Solus 4S and the Nexen N Blue 4 Season tyres. Both tyres are designed for all-round performance and have been tested in multiple tests provided by Autobild. We will summarize the strengths and weaknesses of each tyre and give a verdict on their overall performance.

The Kumho HA32 Solus 4S scores a 76% rating on our website, which is slightly less than the Nexen N Blue 4 Season with a rating of 80%. The Kumho HA32 Solus 4S is manufactured in China, while the Nexen N Blue 4 Season is produced in both China and Turkey. The Nexen N Blue 4 Season has been replaced by Nexen N Blue 4 Season 2.

In a mutual test conducted by Autobild, the Kumho HA32 Solus 4S ranked 10th out of 32 tyres while the Nexen N Blue 4 Season secured the 9th position. The Kumho tyre had strengths in snow braking, mileage, price/value, and exterior noise. On the other hand, the Nexen tyre excelled in mileage, price/value, and exterior noise.

According to the autobild 2022 test, the Kumho HA32 Solus 4S offered stable handling, good traction, and short braking distances on snow. It also boasted high mileage and good fuel economy. However, the tyre had slightly extended wet and dry braking distances and average aquaplaning reserves.

The Nexen N Blue 4 Season impressed with its winter performance, exemplary mileage, and affordable price. However, it exhibited understeering on wet and dry surfaces, extended wet braking distances, and increased rolling resistance.

In the autobild 2020 test, the Kumho HA32 Solus 4S showcased good driving characteristics in all weather conditions, with good traction and short braking distances on snow, as well as dynamic wet and dry handling. However, its downsides were its lower mileage, high rolling resistance, and satisfactory price/performance ratio. The Nexen N Blue 4 Season scored well for its balanced performance, short dry braking distances, good aquaplaning properties, quiet noise level, excellent fuel economy, and high mileage. Its weaknesses were mediocre grip on wet surfaces and increased rolling resistance.

To conclude, both the Kumho HA32 Solus 4S and Nexen N Blue 4 Season tyres are strong contenders in the all-round tyre category. The Kumho HA32 Solus 4S stands out for its excellent snow performance and stability, while the Nexen N Blue 4 Season impresses with its great winter qualities and high mileage. However, both tyres could use improvement in wet and dry braking distances and rolling resistance. In the end, the choice between the two tyres will likely come down to personal preferences, but the data suggests that the Nexen N Blue 4 Season has slightly better overall performance.