Comparison: Maxxis Premitra HP5 vs. Nexen N blue HD Plus

In this article, we will compare two summer tyres: the Maxxis Premitra HP5 and the Nexen N blue HD plus. These tyres come from reputable manufacturers Maxxis and Nexen and have been tested in several tyre tests to evaluate their strengths and weaknesses. We will summarize the data from these tests and give a verdict about their overall performance and which tyre is better in the tests.

The Maxxis Premitra HP5 has an overall rating of 85%, while the Nexen N blue HD plus has a slightly lower rating of 70%. Neither of these tyres has been replaced by a newer model and they are both still available for purchase. The Maxxis Premitra HP5 is not produced as original equipment (OE), while the Nexen N blue HD plus is made in Korea (KR).

Test results from Autobild placed the Maxxis Premitra HP5 in 9th position out of 51 tested tyres, while the Nexen N blue HD plus scored significantly lower, in 31st position. The best features of the Maxxis Premitra HP5 were its aquaplaning capabilities, both in cross and longitudinal directions. On the other hand, the Nexen N blue HD plus saw its best performance in terms of comfort.

Another tyre test, conducted by the Autoklub ČR, featured nine tyres, including the Maxxis Premitra HP5 and the Nexen N blue HD plus. The Maxxis Premitra HP5 achieved an impressive 2nd place, while the Nexen N blue HD plus lagged behind with an 8th place finish.

To summarize, the Maxxis Premitra HP5 outperforms the Nexen N blue HD plus in both tests, with a higher overall rating and better performance in aquaplaning resistance. The Nexen N blue HD plus excels in the comfort category, but this was not enough to outperform the Maxxis Premitra HP5 in the overall rankings. Based on these test results, the Maxxis Premitra HP5 is the better option if you are looking for a reliable summer tyre with excellent aquaplaning resistance capabilities. However, if comfort is your top priority, the Nexen N blue HD plus might be a more suitable choice for your needs.