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Comparison: Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2 vs. Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21

WH2 for snow grip and longevity; WH21 for exceptional quiet comfort.

Nexen's Winguard winter range covers a surprisingly wide spectrum of priorities, and the Winguard Snow G WH2 and Winguard Snow G3 WH21 illustrate just how differently two budget winter tyres can be tuned. The WH2 is a snow-focused performer built for the smallest cars on the road, with an emphasis on winter traction and outstanding predicted mileage. The WH21 takes a fundamentally different path, prioritising cabin refinement and ride comfort to a degree that is genuinely unusual in the budget segment. They share a price-conscious philosophy, but the driver experience they offer diverges sharply once temperatures drop.

Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
Good for
City car drivers on 13" wheels Budget buyers prioritising long tyre life Drivers in consistently snowy winter regions Cost-conscious owners wanting snow confidence
Not ideal for
Drivers needing 14" or larger fitments Those wanting a quiet, refined ride Drivers frequently on motorways in heavy rain
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
Good for
Drivers prioritising cabin refinement and quiet ride Small to medium car owners on 14"–17" wheels Urban commuters wanting a refined winter tyre Those sensitive to road noise and harshness
Not ideal for
Drivers needing strong snow traction High-mileage drivers watching running costs Those frequently encountering deep snow or slush

Test Profile

Nexen
Winguard Snow G WH2
Nexen
Winguard Snow G3 WH21
Number of tests
7
5
Best position
#6
#10
Average position
14.0
16.4
Latest test
2018
2024
Available sizes
64
61

These tyres were not tested together. The comparison below is inferred from separate tests by normalizing both tyres against 5 shared benchmark tyres, so treat it as an estimate.

Dry
Confidence
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
95%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
91%
Dry braking
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
99%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
99%
Dry handling
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
90%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
83%
Wet
Confidence
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
87%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
82%
Aquaplaning - cross
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
60%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
61%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
85%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
85%
Wet braking
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
100%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
92%
Wet handling
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
92%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
88%
Wet circle cornering
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
100%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
86%
Snow
Confidence
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
95%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
77%
Snow braking
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
100%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
85%
Snow handling
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
90%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
67%
Snow traction
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
90%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
80%
Snow cornering
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
100%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
75%
Comfort
Confidence
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
100%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
100%
Exterior noise
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
99%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
100%
Comfort
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
100%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
100%
Costs
Confidence
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
95%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
85%
Rolling resistance
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
90%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
100%
Mileage
Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2
100%
Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21
69%

Performance spider chart

Verdict

The choice between these two Nexen winter tyres ultimately comes down to what you value most. If you drive a small city car on 13" wheels and your priority is reliable winter traction that lasts, the Nexen Winguard Snow G WH2 delivers strong snow performance and exceptional mileage at a compelling price — owners on mixed winter roads consistently report satisfaction, and its snow credentials are the stronger of the two. If you drive a small to medium car and find road noise and ride quality more important than outright snow grip, the Nexen Winguard Snow G3 WH21 is the more refined companion, with comfort scores that genuinely stand out in the budget category. Just factor in its faster wear rate when calculating the total cost of ownership.

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