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1. Nexen N blue HD plus Lowcost2. Maxxis Premitra HP5 Lowcost
Comparison: Nexen N blue HD plus vs. Maxxis Premitra HP5
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The Nexen N blue HD Plus and the Maxxis Premitra HP5 are both summer tyres which have been put to the test in various trials. When analysing these two models, it's crucial to consider the strengths and weaknesses of each, summarising data from all available tests and highlighting important attributes. Ultimately, the comparison should provide a verdict on which tyre outperforms the other in various scenarios.
Starting with the Nexen N blue HD Plus, this model, which is provided by a Korean manufacturer, rates at 46% in the internal testing. Although it hasn't been replaced by a newer model, the tyre
stands out for its exceptional comfort. In the Autobild test, it ranked 31st out of 51 total tyres, while it claimed the 8th position amongst 9 total tyres in the Autoklub ČR test. It's clear that while Nexen N blue HD Plus offers decent performance in general, its forte lies in the comfort it provides to drivers.
The Maxxis Premitra HP5 model, on the other hand, has got a higher rating in the internal testing with 78%. The Maxxis has not listed where this tyre is made, however this does not hamper its impressive performance in the tests. The Maxxis Premitra HP5 excels recognizable in the arena of Aquaplaning- cross, taking the 9th position out of 51 total tested tyres in the Autobild test. Even better, in the Autoklub ČR test, it ranked 2nd out of 9 tyres. What's more, there has not been a newer tyre model which has replaced the Maxxis Premitra HP5 since its debut. These results position Maxxis Premitra HP5 as a strong performer in diverse areas beyond just Aquaplaning- cross.
Comparing the two, the Maxxis Premitra HP5 consistently outperforms the Nexen N blue HD Plus in a series of tests, claiming higher rankings in both Autobild and Autoklub ČR tests. It also enjoys a markedly higher internal rating, making it the clear favourite in terms of overall performance. However, if comfort is your primary concern, the Nexen N blue HD Plus still might be a worthwhile consideration.
In conclusion, with the data compiled from all tests, the Maxxis Premitra HP5 comes out as the superior tyre in general. Nevertheless, it's crucial to assess your individual requirements and priorities while deciding on the perfect tyre.
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Best rating in test
1. Maxxis Premitra HP5 Very good2. Nexen N blue HD plus Satisfactory
Worst rating in test
1. Maxxis Premitra HP5 Conditionally recommended
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(Overall rating)Wet braking according to EU label
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(Overall rating)Comfort
(Overall rating)Outside noise accoring to EU label
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(Overall rating)Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual tests
| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | příkladné | 1- | 2+ | 1 | |||
| Nexen N blue HD Plus Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 3+ | 2+ | 3+ | |||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 2 | 2+ | 3 | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 29,6 | |||||
| Nexen N blue HD Plus | 35,8 | 32,1 | |||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 | 35,0 | 32,2 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,5 | 34,3 | |||||
| Nexen N blue HD plus | 38,3 | 40,6 | |||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 | 35,6 | 38,1 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Rating | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | ||
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| Best values in test | 100 | velmi dobré | 100 | 100 | 109 | ||
| Nexen N blue HD plus Rating: Weak | 95,4 | slabý | 93,7 | 97 | 92,1 | ||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Very good | 99,2 | velmi dobré | 98,9 | 99,5 | 92,7 | ||
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