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1. Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 Premium2. Nexen N Blue 4 Season Lowcost
Comparison: Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 vs. Nexen N Blue 4 Season
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When it comes to all-season tyres, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 and Nexen N Blue 4 Season are both popular options. In this comparison, we will analyse their strengths and weaknesses based on various tests and provide a verdict on which tyre may be the better choice for you.
The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 is a newer model from Hankook, and it outperforms the previous model, the Hankook Kinergy 4S. It is made in South Korea and has an overall rating of 88%. The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 is well-liked for its excellent performance on snow, good aquaplaning resistance, and impressive wet handling. However, it has average mileage and comfort.
On the other hand, the Nexen N Blue 4 Season is made by Nexen in China and Turkey, and its overall rating is 80%. It has a newer model called the Nexen N Blue 4 Season 2. This tyre performs well in terms of mileage, price/value, and exterior noise. It also has good snow cornering abilities and comfort. However, it has a less stable handling on wet and dry surfaces and longer wet braking distances.
In the Autobild test, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 finished 4th out of 27 tyres, while the Nexen N Blue 4 Season landed in 8th place. According to autobild 2022, the Hankook tyre received praise for its winter performance, short wet and dry braking distances, and balanced comfort. The Nexen tyre performed well in winter conditions, had excellent mileage, and was reasonably priced. However, it had understeering issues on wet and dry surfaces and a higher rolling resistance.
In autobild 2020, the Hankook tyre was lauded for its excellent wet handling, good snow performance, and short wet and dry braking distances. However, it had average mileage and satisfactory comfort. The Nexen tyre had a balanced performance with short dry braking distances, good aquaplaning properties, and a quiet ride. Nevertheless, it had mediocre wet grip and increased rolling resistance.
Lastly, in the ACE test, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 ranked 5th out of 8 tyres, while the Nexen N Blue 4 Season came in last. The Hankook tyre showed strengths in aquaplaning resistance and dry and snow handling, while the Nexen tyre did not have any specific strengths listed for this test.
In conclusion, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 seems to outperform the Nexen N Blue 4 Season in most tests, especially in winter performance, wet handling, and aquaplaning resistance. However, the Nexen tyre has its strengths in terms of mileage, price/value, and exterior noise. Ultimately, your choice will depend on your priorities and driving conditions, but the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 seems to be the better option in most areas.
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1. Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 Exemplary2. Nexen N Blue 4 Season Satisfactory
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2. Nexen N Blue 4 Season Still recommended
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(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - longitudal
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Mutual tests
| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,9 | 44,4 | |||||
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 | 42,1 | 48 | |||||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season | 43,7 | 54,5 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 1- | 1 | |||
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 Rating: Good | 2 | 2+ | 1- | 3+ | |||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season Rating: Satisfactory | 3+ | 3+ | 2+ | 1 | |||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Rolling resistance | Wear | ||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 2+ | 1 | 1 | ||
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 Rating: Good | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | ||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season Rating: Satisfactory | 3+ | 2- | 3+ | 3+ | 2+ | ||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 37,6 | 50 | |||||
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 | 40,3 | 52,3 | |||||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season | 42 | 54 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 2+ | 1 | 1 | |||
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 Rating: Good | 1 | 2+ | 2+ | 3+ | |||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season Rating: Good | 2 | 2 | 2- | 2+ | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,7 | 45 | |||||
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 | 41,1 | 47,2 | |||||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season | 41,9 | 50,3 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Winter | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | |
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| Best values in test | 200 | 66 | 66 | 49 | 18 | 8 | |
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 Rating: Recommended | 189 | 52 | 61 | 46 | 17 | 6 | |
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season Rating: Conditionally recommended | 171 | 45 | 54 | 43 | 14 | 6 | |
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | 1 | |||
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 Rating: Good | 2- | 2 | 1- | 2 | |||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season Rating: Good | 2- | 2 | 2 | 2+ | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,5 | 46,3 | |||||
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 | 42 | 50,8 | |||||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season | 42,3 | 50,4 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2 | 2+ | 2+ | |||
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 Rating: Good | 2 | 2 | 2- | 2- | |||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season Rating: Satisfactory | 3+ | 2- | 2 | 2 | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,4 | 45,2 | |||||
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 | 43,1 | 47,8 | |||||
| Nexen N Blue 4 Season | 43,6 | 49,9 | |||||
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