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Nexen N Blue 4 Season

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The Nexen N Blue 4 Season is a mid-range touring all-season that leans heavily into comfort and running-cost value. It stands out for quiet, easy-going refinement and strong projected mileage, while many drivers also report reassuring wet grip and surprisingly capable traction in snow for an all-season. Overall, it's a sensible year-round option for everyday driving rather than a sporty choice.

7.8
Tyre Reviews Score Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews
High Confidence View Breakdown
Dry Grip
79%
Wet Grip
81%
Road Feedback
73%
Handling
79%
Wear
74%
Comfort
82%
Buy again
83%
Snow Grip
79%
Ice Grip
78%
28 Reviews
79% Average
329,335 miles driven
17 Tests (avg: 8th)
Nexen N Blue 4 Season

Nexen N Blue 4 Season

All Season Mid-Range
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7.8 / 10
Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews · High Confidence · Updated 23 Feb 2026

The Tyre Reviews Score is the most comprehensive tyre scoring system available. It aggregates professional test data from multiple independent publications, user reviews, and consistency analysis using Bayesian statistical methods, weighted normalisation, and recency-adjusted scoring to produce a single, reliable performance rating.

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Category Scores
Comfort
91
0.32x / 11 tests
Snow
89.1
1.38x / 21 tests
Value
71.7
0.42x / 29 tests
Wet
61.2
1.93x / 34 tests
Dry
58.8
1.5x / 21 tests
Cross-Category Performance

Cross-category scores are derived metrics that combine data from multiple test disciplines to evaluate real-world performance characteristics.

Traction
92
3 tests
Braking
73.6
32 tests
Handling
63.1
27 tests
Score Components
Professional Tests
Weight: 80%
Tests: 17
Publications: 6
Period: 2017 - 2022
User Reviews
Weight: 15%
Reviews: 28
Avg Rating: 78.7%
Min Required: 5
Consistency
Weight: 5%
Score Std Dev: 0.41
History Points: 10
Methodology & Configuration
Scoring Process
  1. Collect Test Data: Gather results from professional tyre tests across multiple publications. Minimum 1 test(s) required.
  2. Normalize Positions: Convert test positions to percentile scores using exponential weighting (factor: 1.2).
  3. Apply Recency Weighting: More recent tests are weighted higher with a decay rate of 0.95.
  4. Incorporate User Reviews: Factor in user review data (minimum 5 reviews). Weight: 15%.
  5. Bayesian Smoothing: Apply Bayesian prior (score: 7, weight: 1.5) to prevent extreme scores with limited data.
  6. Calculate Final Score: Combine all components using normalization factor of 1.1. Max score with limited data: 9.5.
Component Weights
Test Data
80%
User Reviews
15%
Consistency
5%
All Configuration Parameters
ParameterValueDescription
safety_weight 0.7 Weight multiplier for safety-related metrics
performance_weight 0.55 Weight multiplier for performance metrics
comfort_weight 0.4 Weight multiplier for comfort metrics
value_weight 0.45 Weight multiplier for value-for-money metrics
user_reviews_weight 0.15 How much user reviews contribute to the final score
test_data_weight 0.8 How much professional test data contributes to the final score
consistency_weight 0.05 How much score consistency contributes to the final score
recency_decay_rate 0.95 Rate at which older test results lose influence (higher = slower decay)
min_test_count 1 Minimum number of professional tests required
min_review_count 5 Minimum number of user reviews required
score_version 1.9 Current version of the scoring algorithm
score_normalization_factor 1.1 Factor used to normalize raw scores to the 0-10 scale
confidence_factor_weight 0.2 How much data confidence affects the final score
position_penalty_weight 0.2 Penalty applied for poor test positions
gap_penalty_threshold 12 Score gap (%) that triggers additional penalties
min_metrics_count 2 Minimum number of test metrics needed per test
limited_data_threshold 2 Number of tests below which data is considered limited
single_test_penalty 0.75 Score multiplier when only one test is available
critical_metric_penalty 0.7 Penalty for poor performance on critical safety metrics
critical_metric_threshold 70 Score below which a critical metric penalty applies
position_exponential_factor 1.2 Exponent used to amplify position-based scoring
position_exponential_threshold 0.9 Position percentile below which exponential scoring applies
gap_multiplier_critical 3 Multiplier for critical gap penalties
max_category_weight 2 Maximum weight any single category can have
max_score_limited_data 9.5 Score cap when data is limited
bayesian_prior_weight 1.5 Weight of the Bayesian prior in smoothing
bayesian_prior_score 7 Prior score used for Bayesian smoothing
evidence_test_multiplier 1.9 Multiplier for test evidence in confidence calculation
evidence_metric_divisor 3 Divisor for metric count in evidence calculation
evidence_review_divisor 10 Divisor for review count in evidence calculation
combined_penalty_floor 0.2
Data Sources
TestPublicationDateSizePositionMetrics
2022 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test Auto Bild 2022 195/55 R16 10/17 19 metrics
2022 All Season Tyre Market Overview Auto Bild 2022 195/55 R16 14/37 2 metrics
2021 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test Auto Bild 2021 225/50 R17 15/18 15 metrics
2021 All Season Tyre Market Overview Auto Bild 2021 225/50 R17 12/34 2 metrics
2020 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test Auto Bild 2020 205/55 R16 11/16 12 metrics
2020 All Season Tyre Market Overview - 32 Tyre Braking Test Auto Bild 2020 205/55 R16 9/33 2 metrics
2020 Tyre Reviews All Season Tyre Test Tyre Reviews 2020 225/45 R17 7/11 17 metrics
2019 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test Auto Bild 2019 225/45 R17 6/12 12 metrics
2019 ACE GTU All Season Tyre Test ACE 2019 205/60 R16 8/8 0 metrics
2019 All Season Tyre Performance Overview Auto Bild 2019 225/45 R17 7/31 2 metrics
2018 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test Auto Bild 2018 195/65 R15 8/12 12 metrics
2018 27 All Season Tyre Shootout Auto Bild 2018 195/65 R15 8/27 0 metrics
2018 AMS All Season Tyre Test Auto Motor Und Sport 2018 225/45 R16 4/9 10 metrics
7 of the best all season tyres Tyre Reviews 2018 205/55 R16 4/10 0 metrics
2018 ADAC All Season Tyre Test ADAC 2018 175/65 R14 1/11 0 metrics
2017 Auto Express All Season Tyre Test Auto Express 2017 205/55 R16 4/10 0 metrics
2017 All Season Tyre Test Auto Bild 2017 205/55 R16 6/12 11 metrics
All Tests
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Latest Tyre Test Results
2022 All Season Tyre Market Overview
195/55 R16 • 2022
14th/37
2022 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test
195/55 R16 • 2022
10th/17
Convincing winter qualities, exemplary mileage, cheap price level.
Understeering handling on wet and dry slopes, longer wet braking distances, increased rolling resistance.
Fair.
2021 All Season Tyre Market Overview
225/50 R17 • 2021
12th/34
Size Fuel Wet Noise
14 inch
165/70R14 85 T XL D C 71
185/70R14 88 T D C 71
185/60R14 82 T D D 69
185/60R14 82 H D C 69
175/65R14 82 T D C 69
15 inch
195/65R15 91 H D B 68
195/65R15 91 T D B 68
195/65R15 91 V D B 68
195/65R15 95 T XL D B 68
195/55R15 85 H D B 69
185/65R15 88 T D B 69
185/65R15 88 H D B 69
195/65R15 91 H D B 68
195/65R15 91 T D B 69
195/65R15 95 T XL D B 69
195/65R15 91 H D B 68
16 inch
205/55R16 94 H XL D B 68
205/55R16 91 H D B 69
205/55R16 94 V XL D B 69
205/60R16 96 H XL D B 70
215/60R16 95 H C B 69
215/70R16 100 H D C 70
205/55R16 91 H D B 68
205/55R16 94 H XL D B 68
205/55R16 94 V XL D B 68
205/60R16 96 H XL D B 70
215/60R16 95 H C B 69
215/60R16 99 H XL D C 72
17 inch
225/45R17 94 V XL D B 69
225/50R17 94 V D B 69
225/50R17 98 V XL D B 69
225/45R17 94 V XL B C 69
215/55R17 98 V XL C C 71
235/65R17 108 V XL D C 70
225/45R17 94 V XL D B 69
225/50R17 94 V D B 69
225/50R17 98 V XL D B 69
225/60R17 103 V XL C B 72
18 inch
225/40R18 92 V XL C C 70
235/60R18 107 V XL C C 70
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Questions and Answers for the Nexen N Blue 4 Season

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December 28, 2017

I have 2 of these tyres on order. Until I can afford another 2 would you recommend fitting them to the front or rear of a standard front wheel drive car? The other axle will have summer tyres on. What's left of the continental eco contact 2. Approx 4/5mm tread.

Traditional advice is always put the newer tyres on the rear axle, which helps the car keep an understeer balance rather than an oversteer balance, and wears the older tyres out more quickly. In this case, this is what I would do.
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Review Summary

Based on 24 user reviews

Most drivers find the Nexen N Blue 4 Season to be a strong value, praising its confident wet grip, impressive snow/ice performance for an all-season, quiet ride, and overall comfort. Many report predictable, safe handling and acceptable wear for the price. However, several note weaker dry/hot-weather handling with some understeer and longer braking versus summer tyres, and a few mention average aquaplaning resistance and slightly worse fuel economy. Overall sentiment skews positive, especially among higher-scoring reviews.

Strengths
  • Value for money
  • Wet grip and braking confidence
  • Good snow/ice traction for an all-season
  • Quiet and comfortable ride
  • Predictable
  • Safe handling
Areas for Improvement
  • Weaker dry/hot-weather grip and understeer
  • Average aquaplaning resistance
  • Slightly reduced fuel economy vs summer tyres

Top 3 Nexen N Blue 4 Season Reviews

Given 94% while driving a Volkswagen Passat Estate 2.0 TDI (170) (215/60 R16) on mostly motorways for 40,000 easy going miles
'64 VW Passat Estate 110000miles. Front done 40000miles in 4yrs end of life, Rears done 40000miles in 4yrs mid life have still got over 5mm, previous Nexen rears had done 72000m at end of life. Excellent value compared with Mich or Cont tyres. No 'bad comment on budget tyre' issues. Bought from MyTyres @ £75 each. Will defo use again
Helpful 802
February 21, 2025
Given 29% while driving a Honda Civic (215/55 R16) on mostly town for 0 average miles
I bought this tires because of the reviews, but stay away from this tires for winter, plus the gas consumption is horrible, loud noise and just not design for winter, I cant believe they have the 3 peak logo on them,
Helpful 781
February 6, 2025
Given 87% while driving a Suzuki SX4 Scross 1.4T Boosterjet (215/55 R17) on mostly town for 0 average miles
Great tires for the price/quality ratio. Quiet and comfortable. The car is predictable in dry and wet handling. I have no experience with them on snow. If they do well this first winter for them, I will buy them again. Version XL.
Helpful 804
October 24, 2024

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Latest Nexen N Blue 4 Season Reviews

Initial Impressions Review
Given 86% while driving a Skoda Octavia (205/55 R16) on for 32,000 miles
I've had now 2 sets altogether of this type, love them, bought them since 2020 and Jonathan tested them in 2021. I once changed for Kumho 4S but didn't like their wet performance.
The Nexen's last about 32000 miles, they're quiet, perform well in all circumstances and are budget-priced.
The only disadvantage might be the feedback of the tire which is a bit vage if you conform it to summier tyres.
Helpful 43
February 4, 2026
Initial Impressions Review
Given 58% while driving a Dacia Logan (195/60 R15) on mostly town for 10,000 easy going miles
After about 2.5 years and approximately 18,000 km, my car failed its TÜV inspection. All four tires have deep cracks in the tread. Because of this, I'm extremely dissatisfied. I regularly checked the tire pressure at home. They're okay to drive on, but they're also wider than the original equipment tires, and the rims have a lower offset.
Those who buy cheap end up paying more in the long run.
Helpful 65
January 7, 2026
Check out how the BEST all seasons tyres perform against premium summer and winter tyres!
Given 10% while driving a Dacia Duster SE 2020 (215/60 R17) on mostly country roads for 2,000 average miles
These tyres were fitted at the dealer as I requested all season tyres when buying the car.
After only 8 months the tyres developed cracks between the tread.
The dealer replaced the tyres under warranty but replaced them with the same ones; I was not happy to have the same cheap brand.
Helpful 197
October 21, 2025
Given 90% while driving a BMW 523I (225/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 50,000 easy going miles
Hello, I used the tires on my old E39 BMW for trips to the office, about 12,000 km miles a year, mainly on the highway and in city traffic. I drive rather leisurely, but it's the same for us. We have mild winters and a lot of rain in the Rhineland. I can't therefore judge the handling on snow. I never felt unsafe in my car, the tires were completely unobtrusive, grip was present in every situation. They were also very quiet, I never heard a thing from the tires. The car drove perfectly in wet and cold conditions. Half a year ago I drove a screw into the tire, I only noticed it by the noise. The tire didn't lose any air and could be patched. Now the rear tires are relatively worn, I want to change them now. The TÜV did not find any fault with the tires, however. Considering the price-performance ratio and the superior driving characteristics, I will have the successor model fitted. I had a similar mileage with a Vredestein all-weather tire, which was also very good and recommendable. With a Goodyear Vector 4 Season, I had a sawtooth from front to back after changing the wheel, which is why I always change all 4 tires.
Helpful 840
July 12, 2024
Given 83% while driving a SEAT ibiza 1.4 (185/60 R15) on mostly country roads for 38,000 spirited miles
Excellent tyres, good price/value rate.
Helpful 796
January 18, 2024
Given 77% while driving a MINI Cooper S (195/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 4,000 spirited miles
Used the N’Blue 4S tires for almost a year now. They replaced a set of summer and winter tires.

In dry conditions, the car handles well, allows for fun spirited driving on winding roads but you can find the limits even if you are not absolutely thrashing the car. Braking performance is the most noticably worse than a set of summer tires, keep that in mind. It’s alright, and I would say very good for the price.
It’s also confident enough in the wet.
I had some snow driving experience too, and it’s surprisingly good at that for a relatively cheap 4 season set.

I am very much satisfied. It replaced a set of higher-end 4 seasons I had on a different set of rims and I am happy with them.
Helpful 882
October 30, 2023
Given 76% while driving a Suzuki Swift (155/70 R13) on mostly country roads for 10,000 easy going miles
Overall a good tyre. Even when pushed ( snowdrifitng ) the handling stays predictable. Defining characteristic is the tendency of understeer in all conditions (cant tell if its due to the car or tyre).
This tyre likes cool temperatures. Handles snow, wet or just overall cold dry tarmac well. Understeer starts to appear above 20°C. Around 30°C it has apparent understeer..

Can recommend it to anyone who is just commuting with the car, does want to feel safe even in the winter but the yearly mileage does not justify having 2 sets of seasonal tyres. Especially now that there is barely any proper winter this is a great choice.
Helpful 827
September 20, 2023
Given 89% while driving a Ford Transit Custom (215/75 R16) on mostly motorways for 15,000 spirited miles
I've got the 8 ply commercial version on a XLWB Ford Transit and driven 15000 miles on them in under a year with little wear which is great for an all season. Currently in Eastern Europe driving daily on snow and ice and I'm really impressed. I first used Nexan's on a BMW 330D M-Sport and was really impressed with them in the wet. Wet: I had Avon's on the van before which were very unpredictable in the wet. They'd only been on the van a year so barely worn, but in the wet there was no warning which is why I changed them. The Nexan's solved that problem. I'm still cautious due to how the Avon's performed, but so far I've not had this issue with the Nexan's after 10 months. Dry: It's a van so cant say much for dry performance. Fuel: On multiple 2000 mile trips across Europe, fuel consumption between the Avon's and Nexan's is about the same. 6 fuel stops for both tyres. Snow: Amazing. Lots of feel while braking, and steering is great. Front and Rear traction are well balanced with enough feel to be confident and enjoy the drive rather than worry. Any slide is progressive and controllable assuming normal driving speed. I'm honestly surprised how well an all-season does compared to a full winter. Ice: Nothing short of a studded tyre is going to work well on ice, but so far I've not got stuck on ice with the Nexans unlike the Avons. Moderate inclines are no problem, but I've not attempted from a standing start. On my drive with ice - not a problem unlike myself that fell. Buy Again: Yes - I already bought a second set of 5 for future use. Summary: For a van, these tyres give a lot of feel and confidence. On snow it almost becomes fun rather than stressful as the van is so predictable and controllable.
Helpful 1102
February 6, 2023
Given 78% while driving a Toyota Auris (205/55 R16) on mostly country roads for 10,000 spirited miles
A good tyre overall, good wet and winter grip, understeers in summer great comfort, they wear out quick so they're the kind of tyre that you put in the beginning of winter and change again to new ones the year after, which is fine considering the low price
Helpful 865
July 3, 2022
Given 61% while driving a Volkswagen Golf Estate 2.0 tdi 140 (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 9,000 average miles
Tires were great at the beggining although 3 out of 4 turned very curved and are impossible to balance. Have developed side cracks after 1 year of use. Although the tire is very quiet with good comfort. 2nd winter I climbed 1600m easily at -5 degree on snow and the car didn’t even caused me a problem. Its like a winter tyre. The back is very tricky on wet but predictable. They are quite weak in the dry especialy at 20degree and up and are not for fast drivers. Wear is normal but if you buy them before winter they might be ok for an absolute maximum of 3 winter and 3 summer seasons if you turn the weels from back to front. I drive them on my personal car. Great for the price if they ate not defective.
Helpful 986
March 30, 2021
Given 78% while driving a Mercedes Benz A (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 10 average miles
Bought used Mercedes A160 W168 (as 3rd car in the family, for purpose of driving kid to the kindergarten) with, for me, weird tyre dimension, 195/50 R15 and I found these tyres for bargain, so less than 200€/set. I replaced ancient winter Pirellis which were on the car and I have to admit, although I got recommendation for N Blue 4 season, I have never driven 4 season tyres and never had any tyre brand than Michelin, Continental and Goodyear, so I did not know what to expect. It's been almost 6 months since then and I've driven them on dry road in the summer, wet road (here at my place we have lots of rain) and even snow. I am aware of limitation of allweather tyres, so I didn't even try to push them to a limits, but drive normally. Wow! I can recommend them. You won't have comfort like with premiums, but you will certainly get value for money. If your average mileage is approx 20.000-25.000 km/year, you might consider those tyres. Don't be snob. I would buy them again.
Helpful 861
February 1, 2021
Given 86% while driving a Peugeot 407 4 door sedan 2.0 petrol (215/60 R16 H) on mostly town for 6,200 average miles
10k km update after 2 winters and ran as rears one summer. So mostly colder weather running. I drive up to 10-20km above the speed limit. The tyre is comfortable and reasonably quiet. If you can hear a bit of noise and or feel a bit of a winter tyre squirm, you are probably underinflated. No, it is not a UHP summer, it gets you no feedback and average dry handling, but still good and can be driven sporty if you adjust. As it is soft, it tends to stick to the road. Over 20C though, they get vague and I would change or only run them as rears on a FWD. It is brilliant on ice. Snow and ice is on par with a Firestone Winterhawk 3. Wet is good, grippy and uneventful. Little wear. Can recommend for the average Joe, who values his comfort as much the occasional Italian tune-up.
Helpful 986
November 25, 2020
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