215/45/17 came as standard to my new VW Polo, Highline version with the 115 hp 1.0 lt turbo engine. Disappointed at first as I was expecting Contis or Michelins or some other first class brand but read reviews and somehow my worries eased up. Done about 1000 km so far. Good on wet not so good on dry, the traction control easily engages when starting uphill or even when accelerating fast on even roads. My 1989 Corrado G60 never looses traction on same roads on Michelin Pilot 3 tires, even with all of his 160 hp. All in all Nexen Nblue hd is a decent economy tire, but naturally not up there with the best. You get what you pay for and considering the low cost of the Nexen you get a little more than you pay for but if you are a demanding driver you should look at something pricier and eventually better.
Michelins are my top choice not so because they are generally very good in every aspect but most importantly because throughout their life they hardly loose their characteristics.
Michelins are my top choice not so because they are generally very good in every aspect but most importantly because throughout their life they hardly loose their characteristics.