Comparison: Nexen N fera Sport vs. Michelin Pilot Sport 4

The Nexen N fera Sport is a summer tyre rated at 76% by our experts. Manufactured in the Czech Republic, this UHP type is used as first equipment on BMW 2-series Active Tourers. Nexen doesn't have a model that replaced this tyre.

In comparison, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4, made in Spain and Germany, scored much higher with an expert rating of 88%. Although there is no first equipment listing, it is noteworthy that it replaced the Michelin Pilot Sport 3 and was subsequently replaced with the Michelin Pilot Sport 5. Visit the Michelin page for more Michelin tyres.

Looking at the test results, overall, Michelin Pilot Sport 4 outperforms Nexen N fera Sport. In Autobild tests, Michelin stands at the top with its first position illuminating strengths in features such as Aquaplaning - both cross and longitudinal, Comfort, Dry handling, Rolling resistance and Dry braking. On the other hand, Nexen stood at the seventh position indicating its key features such as Aquaplaning - longitudinal and Wet braking.

In AutoMotorSport tests, Nexen landed ninth, demonstrating Aquaplaning - longitudinal and Comfort while Michelin occupied the second position showing prowess in Dry steering response, Dry braking, Dry handling and Wet handling.

The Nexen N fera Sport shows strength in safe brake on wet roads and surprise-free control on dry roads but falls short with its lateral control in the wet and lack of sporting ambition. Contrastingly, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 excels in safe wet behaviour and dynamic dry handling but has limitations in narrow handling on the wet and puddle sensitivity.

Reflecting on all tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 generally surpasses the Nexen N fera Sport due to its superior handling in multiple scenarios and better overall performance according to various test ratings.