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Comparison: Nexen N blue HD Plus vs. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance vs. Michelin Primacy 5 vs. Firestone Roadhawk 2

When comparing the two summer tyres, Nexen N blue HD plus and Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance, it is clear that there are significant differences in performance. Manufactured in Korea (KR), the Nexen N blue HD plus has an overall rating of 46%. On the other hand, the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance, made in Slovenia (SI), outperforms with a much higher rating of 79%.


The Nexen N blue HD plus didn't get replaced by a newer model, it stood its ground with its own unique features. However, it ranked relatively low in various tests, featuring in position 10 out of 11 in the AutoMotorSport test and only managing to rank 12th out of 50 in the Autobild test. The tyre had a slightly better performance in the ADAC and Autoklub ČR tests, securing position 13 out of 16, and position 8 out of 9 respectively.


On the contrary, the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance that has been replaced by a newer model displayed a remarkable performance in all tests. Ranking 4th in both the AutoMotorSport and ADAC tests, the tyre triumphed in wet handling and minimal longitudinal aquaplaning. In the Autobild and Autoklub ČR tests, it maintained a commendable performance, ranking 5th out of 50, and 3rd out of 9 respectively, showing its strength in cross aquaplaning.


Comparatively, the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance stands out as the superior tyre, consistently outperforming the Nexen N blue HD plus in various tests. Its strongest features such as aquaplaning -longitudinal, wet handling, and aquaplaning -cross, give it an edge over the Nexen N blue HD plus. You can find more about Goodyear summer tyres here.


In conclusion, while both tyres have strengths and weaknesses, according to the test data the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance proves to be a more reliable, high-performing summer tyre. Despite this, the Nexen N blue HD plus may still appeal to some users, with its special features.

Test Profile

Nexen
N blue HD Plus
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance
Michelin
Primacy 5
Firestone
Roadhawk 2
Number of tests
10
16
3
6
Best position
#1
#3
#1
#3
Average position
13.6
5.5
4.7
4.7
Latest test
2021
2023
2026
2026
Available sizes
430
153
126
146

Wet

Wet
Nexen N blue HD Plus
63%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
81%
Michelin Primacy 5
58%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
86%
Wet braking
Nexen N blue HD Plus
65%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
76%
Michelin Primacy 5
65%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
78%
Wet handling
Nexen N blue HD Plus
54%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
87%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
88%
Aquaplaning - cross
Nexen N blue HD Plus
78%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
89%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
88%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Nexen N blue HD Plus
62%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
86%
Michelin Primacy 5
51%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
95%

Dry

Dry
Nexen N blue HD Plus
69%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
83%
Michelin Primacy 5
73%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
79%
Dry braking
Nexen N blue HD Plus
72%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
83%
Michelin Primacy 5
76%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
81%
Dry handling
Nexen N blue HD Plus
74%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
93%
Michelin Primacy 5
69%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
77%

Costs

Costs
Nexen N blue HD Plus
57%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
73%
Michelin Primacy 5
63%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
68%
Rolling resistance
Nexen N blue HD Plus
56%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
86%
Michelin Primacy 5
63%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
85%
Mileage
Nexen N blue HD Plus
53%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
64%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
38%

Comfort

Comfort
Nexen N blue HD Plus
77%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
77%
Michelin Primacy 5
1%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
77%
Exterior noise
Nexen N blue HD Plus
75%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
75%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
66%
Interior noise
Nexen N blue HD Plus
78%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
73%
Michelin Primacy 5
1%

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