Pros and cons
- Low drive-by noise levels
- Very good aquaplaning resistance
- Short braking distance on dry roads
- Short braking distance on wet roads
- Exceptional handling on the wet
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Competitors
The Nexen N Fera Sport is a summer tyre that performs well on dry roads, with precise handling and good grip levels. However, it struggles in wet conditions and has been given a lower rating in tests due to its subpar performance in wet cornering situations. Additionally, the tyre has a slightly increased wear rate and higher fuel consumption compared to other models in the test. Nevertheless, it is praised for its low noise output, affordable price point, and decent performance in aquaplaning situations. While it may be lacking in sporty ambitions, the Nexen N Fera Sport offers decent all-around performance and is a reliable, budget-friendly option for drivers.
Sizes
Nexen N fera Sport is made in 20 sizes, starting from 225/45 R17 up to 245/35 R20.
Nexen N fera Sport is ranked #76 of 943 summer tyres based on the results of tests carried out by Autobild 2023, Autobild 2023, and other organizations. Nexen N fera Sport belongs to the Lowcost segment and is made by a manufacturer from South Korea. However, this particular model is made in Czech Republic. It is made in total of 20 sizes, 225/45 R17 being the smallest and 245/35 R20 the largest. This tyre was featured in tests 14 times, first test was carried in 2020. This model received the best possible rating in 2 tests. Noise is a strong quality of Nexen N fera Sport - most dimensions have below average noise level values - 100% of them produce 0db noise, which result in "a" rating. This tyre has a initial tread depth of 6.8 mm in 245/45 R19. However, this can vary depending on the dimension (7.39 mm - 225/40 R18). It can be compared to Aspire XP, which is a tyre from Apollo (India) and has a rating of 58%, compared to 76% of the Nexen in question. There was a braking test that featured both Apollo Aspire XP and Nexen N fera Sport held by autobild in 2020. It was tested on a BMW 5 series with 245/45 R18 tyres. On the wet, the Apollo stopped from 80km/h earlier than the Nexen - 30,3m, whereas the Nexen took 30,9m to come to a full stop. On the dry, we can see that Nexen stopped earlier at the 33,2m mark, compared to 34,7m of the Apollo.
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Timeline
2020
Nexen N fera Sport was launched
2020
Nexen N fera Sport was tested 4x (ADAC,...)
2021
Nexen N fera Sport was tested 3x (Autozeitung,...) and won the GTÜ 225/45 R17 test.
2022
Nexen N fera Sport was tested 3x (Autobild,...)
2023
Nexen N fera Sport was tested 4x (SportAuto,...)
Achievements
Nexen N fera Sport in tyre tests
The Nexen N fera Sport is a low-cost segment tyre that has been tested by some of Europe's most valued organizations that test tyres. The first test was conducted in 2020, and the most recent test was conducted in 2023. The tyre was tested in various dimensions and in different seasons, mainly in summer conditions.
The Nexen N fera Sport received an overall rating of 86%, which is a very good result for a low-cost segment tyre. The tyre had its best result in the GTÜ Summer Tyre Test 2021, where it won the first place out of 9 tyres tested in the 225/45 R17 dimension. It was also the best tyre in seven of the tested disciplines, including dry braking, wet handling, and exterior noise. The worst result was in the SportAuto Summer Tyre Test 2023, where it ranked last among 11 tested tyres in the 225/40 R18 dimension.
The Nexen N fera Sport won one of the tests, which was the GTÜ Summer Tyre Test 2021. In some of the tests, the Nexen N fera Sport was the best tyre in certain disciplines. For example, it had the best aquaplaning-longitudinal and exterior noise results in the Autobild Summer Tyre Test 2022 245/40 R19 and AutoMotorSport Summer Tyre Test 2022 245/45 R19.
Overall, the Nexen N fera Sport has proven to be a satisfactory tyre with some impressive results in specific disciplines. It is a cost-effective option for those looking for a tyre with decent performance in summer conditions.
All tyre tests where Nexen N fera Sport was featured:
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | |||
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| Best values in test | 71 | 54 | 19 | 7 | |||
| Nexen N fera Sport | 61 | 48 | 17 | 7 | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 58.1 | 24.8 | |||||
| Nexen N fera Sport | 63.2 | 27.2 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Nexen N fera Sport | 2- | 2- | 3+ | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | ||||
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| Best values in test | 9,0 | 9,7 | 9,4 | ||||
| Nexen N fera Sport | 8,2 | 7,9 | 6,5 | ||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | Running costs | ||
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| Best values in test | 157 | 68 | 54 | 22 | 20 | ||
| Nexen N fera Sport | 157 | 66 | 54 | 18 | 19 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | |||
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| Best values in test | 2,0 | 1,5 | 2,6 | 1,5 | |||
| Nexen N fera Sport | 2,8 | 1,9 | 2,8 | 2,5 | |||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 92 | 93 | 93 | ||||
| Nexen N fera Sport | 74 | 63 | 85 | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 1,7 | 1,3 | 2,8 | 2,0 | 1,6 | ||
| Nexen N fera Sport | 2,6 | 2,2 | 3,1 | 2,0 | 1,9 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | Comfort | ||
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| Best values in test | 9,4 | 9,3 | 10 | 10 | 10 | ||
| Nexen N fera Sport | 5,8 | 8,2 | 6 | 10 | 10 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Nexen N fera Sport | 2 | 1- | 2- | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32,1 | 28,7 | |||||
| Nexen N fera Sport | 33,2 | 30,9 | |||||
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Test ratings distribution
| 100% (2x) | 85% (9x) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highly recommended | Exemplary | Satisfactory | Recommended | Good |
| 1x | 1x | 6x | 1x | 2x |
Ratings x Wheel size
| R17 | R18 | R19 |
|---|---|---|
| 92.5% (2x) | 87.1% (7x) | 85% (2x) |
Ratings x Width
| 225/xx Rxx | 245/xx Rxx |
|---|---|
| 86.9% (8x) | 90% (3x) |
FAQ
Where is Nexen N fera Sport made?
Nexen N fera Sport is made in Czech Republic.
Which cars have Nexen N fera Sport as first equipment?
These cars have Nexen N fera Sport as a first equipment tyre from factory: BMW 2-series Active Tourer