Nexen N'Blue HD Plus Reviews

The Nexen N'Blue HD Plus is a summer tyre from Korea that is characterised by good performance on dry roads and moderate economy. The tests show average to good results.

Performance on wet roads

The N'Blue HD Plus performs averagely on wet roads, with an overall grade of 2.7 to 3.1. Handling was graded between 2.9 and 3.1 in both tests. The tyre's resistance to longitudinal aquaplaning was consistently rated at 3.0. Its lateral grip on wet surfaces was rated between 2.5 and 3.0. The braking distance on wet asphalt achieved scores between 2.0 and 3.1. Stability when changing lanes is average. Controllability in critical situations was rated as sufficient. Cornering on wet roads is mediocre. The aquaplaning reserves are limited. The overall performance on wet roads is in the lower midfield.

ÖAMTC Test 2016: wet performance grade 3.1

ÖAMTC Test 2018: wet performance grade 2.7

Dry handling

The tyre performs well to very well on dry roads, with grades between 1.6 and 2.2. Handling was rated between 1.3 and 2.3. Driving safety achieved values between 1.5 and 2.5. Braking performance was between 1.5 and 1.8. The cornering forces remain stable even with a dynamic driving style. The feedback on the road surface is informative. The tyre shows good stability when changing lanes. The steering response is precise. The handling properties are balanced. The dry performance is one of the tyre's strengths.

ÖAMTC Test 2016: Dry performance grade 1.6

ÖAMTC Test 2018: Dry performance grade 2.2

Cost-effectiveness

The N'Blue HD Plus shows average to good cost-effectiveness. Fuel consumption was rated between 1.9 and 2.4. Efficiency is confirmed by the EU label with classes C to E for rolling resistance. The wear achieved grades between 2.0 and 3.0. The environmental balance was rated as mediocre. The total costs over the service life are average. The cost-effectiveness is in the middle of the test field. The high-speed test was passed in both dimensions. The quality corresponds to the price segment. The efficiency is satisfactory.

ÖAMTC test 2016: fuel consumption grade 1.9

ÖAMTC test 2018: fuel consumption grade 2.4

Noise development

The noise emission was rated with grades between 3.0 and 3.8. The external noise level is 68 dB according to the EU label. The interior acoustics achieved grades between 2.0 and 3.5. The external noise level was rated with grades between 3.9 and 4.1. The noise level varies greatly depending on the road surface. The coordination of the tread elements is average. The smooth running was rated as mediocre. The rolling noise is increased. The noise development is one of the weaknesses of the tyre. The acoustic performance is below average.

ÖAMTC Test 2016: Noise grade 3.8

ÖAMTC Test 2018: Noise grade 3.0

Price-performance ratio

The Nexen N'Blue HD Plus is positioned in the mid-price segment. Its good dry properties are its main strength. Its wet properties are average. The materials used offer solid quality. The cost-effectiveness is satisfactory. The overall package offers a balanced price-performance ratio. The longevity is average. The efficiency is in the midfield. The overall performance is acceptable. The quality corresponds to the price segment.

Nexen N'Blue HD Plus experience: advantages and weaknesses

Nexen N'Blue HD Plus Review Results

The Nexen N'Blue HD Plus is a solid summer tyre in the mid-price segment. Its strengths lie in its good dry handling and balanced price-performance ratio. Its weaknesses are in the noise it generates and its average wet grip.

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Sources

1. Nexen N Blue HD Plus (185/65 R15) | ÖAMTC
2. Nexen N Blue HD Plus (205/55 R16)| ÖAMTC