Nexen N Blue HD+

Name: Nexen N Blue HD Plus
Brand: Nexen
Rating: 4 (70 reviews)

The Nexen N Blue HD Plus is a High Performance Summer tire designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars.

Tire review data from 70 tire reviews averaging 79% over 689,960 miles driven, and 18 tests with an average result of 12th.

Dry Grip 83%

Wet Grip 79%

Road Feedback 77%

Handling 75%

Wear 76%

Comfort 84%

Buy again 80%

First On Market	August 2014
Wheel Size	13 - 17"
Width	145 - 235mm
Profile	45 - 80

Rolling Resistance	A - D
Wet Grip	A - C
Noise (dB)	64 - 72
Winter Rating	Not Winter Rated

The N Blue HD+ is ranked 41st of 203 Summer High Performance tires.

Tests Included

Best Result

1st

Worst Result

31st

Average Result

12th

Latest Tire Test Results

2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tire Test

20th of 20 tires

STable safe handling and short braking in the dry, low price.
Slow steering and understeer in the wet, average wear.
Acceptable.

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2021 53 Summer Tire Braking Test

15th of 53 tires

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2019 AMS Summer SUV Tire Test

10th of 11 tires

Acceptable handling.
Relatively wea dry and wet grip.

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Size	Fuel	Wet	Noise
13 inch
155/80R13 79 T	D	C	68
14 inch
175/65R14 86 T XL	B	B	70
185/60R14 82 H	D	C	70
185/70R14 88 T	C	C	70
165/70R14 85 T XL	C	B	66
185/70R14 88 T	B	C	70
165/70R14 85 T XL	C	C	70
175/65R14 82 T	C	A	70
175/65R14 82 H	D	B	69
175/65R14 86 T XL	C	B	69
175/65R14 82 T	C	C	70
165/70R14 81 T	C	B	69
185/60R14 82 H	D	B	68
165/70R14 81 T	D	B	70
185/60R14 82 T	D	C	69
185/60R14 82 T	D	B	68
175/65R14 82 H	D	C	70
175/65R14 86 T	A	B	71
15 inch
195/65R15 91 V	D	B	68
185/65R15 88 H	C	B	70
195/65R15 91 H	C	B	71
195/55R15 85 V	C	B	69
195/65R15 91 H	D	B	70
185/65R15 88 H	D	A	70
185/65R15 88 T	D	B	70
195/55R15 85 H	C	B	66
185/65R15 92 T XL	C	B	68
195/65R15 95 H XL	D	B	68
195/65R15 91 T	D	B	68
195/65R15 95 T XL	C	A	68
185/65R15 88 H	A	C	70
195/65R15 95 H XL	C	B	70
185/65R15 88 H	C	C	70
195/65R15 91 V	D	B	68
195/65R15 95 T XL	D	B	68
185/65R15 92 T XL	D	B	67
195/65R15 91 H	D	B	68
185/65R15 88 H	C	B	70
195/55R15 85 V	C	B	69
195/65R15 91 H	D	B	68
195/65R15 91 T	D	C	71
195/65R15 95 H XL	C	B	70
185/65R15 88 T	D	B	68
195/55R15 85 H	D	B	69
16 inch
215/60R16 95 V	B	B	67
205/55R16 91 V	D	B	70
205/55R16 91 H	A	C	71
205/60R16 92 H	C	B	70
205/60R16 92 V	C	B	70
215/60R16 99 H XL	C	B	72
215/60R16 95 H	C	B	69
205/55R16 91 V	C	B	69
215/60R16 95 V	C	C	71
205/55R16 91 V	C	B	69
205/60R16 92 V	C	B	71
205/60R16 92 V	B	C	69
215/60R16 95 H	B	B	67
215/60R16 99 H XL	B	C	69
215/60R16 99 H XL	C	B	69
205/60R16 92 V	C	B	71
215/60R16 95 V	C	B	70
215/60R16 99 V XL	C	B	69
205/60R16 92 H	C	B	69
215/60R16 99 V XL	B	B	68
215/60R16 95 H	B	B	68
205/55R16 91 V	B	B	70
215/60R16 95 V	C	B	70
205/55R16 91 V	A	C	71
17 inch
225/60R17 99 H	B	B	68
205/50R17 93 V XL	B	B	69
225/60R17 99 H	C	B	70
225/60R17 99 V	C	C	71
215/45R17 91 W XL	C	B	71
205/50R17 93 V XL	C	B	70
225/60R17 99 H	C	B	70
225/60R17 99 H	C	B	70
215/55R17 94 V	C	A	69
225/60R17 99 V	B	C	69
215/55R17 94 V	C	B	69

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Questions and Answers for the Nexen N Blue HD Plus

2016-12-26 - I have just purchased the Nexen N Blue HD 255/55/R17 for my VW Tiguan to replace the worn out Purelli. I was told to keep both the front and back infalted at 32. However when I exceed a certain speed, say 60mph, they tend to become rather noisy, giving that 'unsafe' feeling. Moreover they give the impression that they are a bit 'flat'. I inflated them up to 36, both front and back, and the noise, though still audible, decreased a lot. Any idea whether it is ok to have them inflated at 36, and whether they can give a better performance if inflated a bit more, say 38 front and 40 back?

While it's always advisable to start with the manufacturer's recommended pressures, there is scope to move tire pressures safely a few PSI in either direction depending on personal preference. That said, moving the tires, especially the rear up to 40 psi will reduce overall grip at the rear and likely give you uneven, centre wear, which could result in noise as the tires wear down, so any extreme adjustments you make need to be carefully considered and monitored.

2017-05-15 - I am thinking of buying these Nexen tires for my 1 yr old Suzuki Vitara (new model) would you recommend buying XL or 'reinforced' types as opposed to the normal tires. There is no indication in the car's handbook as to which to buy. I live in the north of England where it rains about half of the year. Also, is there a tire more suitable without spending a lot more as it is just used as a family runabout? Thought about Uniroyal as they seem to score higher for wet roads but wear out quite a lot faster and their dry performance is somewhat questionable. PS the car is the petrol model which has firmer suspension than the diesel (supported by Suzuki)

As long as you meet the minimum load rating recommended by the manufacturer whether you order XL or not is down to preference, and whether to plan to carry heavy loads. In theory, the XL version of the Nexen N Blue HD+ will have a slightly better steering response while the non-XL version will have slightly better comfort.

2018-11-30 - Hi I’ve just had these in 16” fitted to my combo van are these upto the job. As I asked the dealer for r16c’s as what was currently on the van.

As long as they meet the size and load rating specified by the vehicle they are legal to fit, usually C (cargo) tires have a higher load rating and stronger sidewalls so you might not have the right tires fitted, it's worth double checking.

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Top 3 Nexen N Blue HD Plus Reviews

Given 100% while driving a Audi 80 2.0E Sport (195/60 R14) on mostly country roads for 3,000 spirited miles

Absolutely brilliant. Very good price, amazing grip wet and dry. Fitted to an old Audi which is very front heavy and is prone to understeer, never had any understeer or lack of grip since fitting and the car gets driven hard.

Helpful 357 - tire reviewed on June 15, 2016

Given 90% while driving a Opel Astra G 1.6 (195/60 R15) on mostly motorways for 31,000 average miles

I bought these in 2018 for my Opel Astra G 1.6 16V 101HP and after 50000 kilometers I think they can last at least 8-10k kilometers more as they look nice and with no cracks at all. They've been taken through all kinds of weather and asphalt conditions, I've even driven on gravel and dirt and they've never gave me a problem, they are also quite comfortable as they are one of the quietest tires in the market. I strongly recommend them for non-performance cars like mine.

Helpful 28 - tire reviewed on November 27, 2023

Given 74% while driving a Ford Fiesta MK8 Ecoboost (100hp) (195/60 R15) on mostly motorways for 25,000 spirited miles

Reasonable tires for the price, down to around 25k miles before near wear mark. Nothing exceptional about them but I've had more expensive tires with poorer grip and much worse wear.

Helpful 37 - tire reviewed on April 26, 2023

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Given 77% while driving a Hyundai Tucson (225/60 R17) on mostly motorways for 80,000 miles

I have done 80,000 km with this tire without any particular problem. Good comfort, quiet, safe and handles very well both on dry and wet surfaces. Well worth a bridge or a Kléber.

Helpful 8 - tire reviewed on November 3, 2024

Given 66% while driving a SEAT Ibiza FR V 1.5 TSI EVO2 (215/45 R17) on mostly motorways for 18,650 average miles

When they were new they had a very decent behavior. Now that they are a little more than their useful life, on wet terrain, they tend to slide relatively easily, which means I don't have confidence in them.

Helpful 9 - tire reviewed on July 10, 2024

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Given 70% while driving a Nissan Pulsar (205/55 R17) on a combination of roads for 5,000 easy going miles

On my Nissan, it came with Continentals when new so it always had very good grip. After one of the services, the dealer had to replace the tires and they only had the Nexen, so we had no choice. These tires are comfortable as the sidewalls appear to be soft. Dry grip is ok. But I go easy in the wet as they are not good with aquaplaning performance. However, knowing that they are made in Korea made me feel fine having them. Korean tire manufacturers are generally competent.

Helpful 14 - tire reviewed on April 18, 2024

Given 74% while driving a Kia Motors Rio (185/65 R15) on mostly town for 50,000 spirited miles

Came stock on my 2018 Kia Rio EX, so I've been on them for 5 years and 80,000km or 50,000mi. No complains so far, wet grip is as expected, never had a moment even though I like to drive fast, almost always above the speed limits (I'm in Mexico). Tires are just starting to chip, but I think it's expected after 5 years and the quality of the streets over here. Noise is comfortable in the city, gets a little high on highway speeds as expected. Economy is average, but i think that's because of the 1.6L motor. Overall I would buy again if the price was right and would not change them if they came with a new car. I'm getting new Michelins Primacy 4 because they're on sale at my local Costco ($350 usd for the set of 4 with installation and balance).

Helpful 27 - tire reviewed on July 24, 2023

Given 76% while driving a Mitsubishi Space Star (175/55 R15) on mostly town for 300 average miles

They were recently fitted to a 2017 mitsubishi space star 1.2 to replace the unacceptable Kumho Solus 4S HA32 noise problem that sounded like crawlers. And they didn't deny me. With a noise level of 66db it is one of the quietest tires regardless of size that you can fit. As the car is mainly used in the city I will come back soon with my personal assessment of the dry and wet handling in more representative conditions.

Helpful 35 - tire reviewed on April 5, 2023

Given 27% while driving a Fiat 500 (185/55 R15) on mostly town for 10,000 easy going miles

Grip in both wet and dry seem acceptable but significant cracking on tire shoulder is a real worry. Tires have a date code that suggest they are 3.5 years old. They have covered about 10k miles and have about 4mm tread remaining. The cracks appear deep and are between and on top of the tread blocks on the outer shoulders only. I haven’t claimed on the Nexen warranty because I don’t want Nexens again.

Helpful 34 - tire reviewed on March 26, 2023

Given 84% while driving a Volkswagen Polo 1.4 TDI (195/55 R15) on a combination of roads for 3,000 average miles

As my Falken ZIEX ZE914 EcoRun needed replacement, and I wanted more comfortable tire, I decided to give it a try with these tires because I was positively surprised with winter Nexen Winguard Snow G Wh2. First of all, I was little bit sceptical when I saw that they are produced in Czech Republic (winter ones Winguard Snow G Wh2 were produced in Korea), and speed index is ''V'', thread depth is around 6,5 mm, but as soon as I started driving over few bumps, I noticed that compound is much more softer than on Falken, and they are very quiet. On the opposite side if you push them to limit, side walls are also very soft and they will start to squeal. Ride is very safe in dry and wet, and you will have much confidence driving on them, especially enjoying on motorways in quiet and in comfort over the bumps. They are not sharp and precise on steering wheel like Falken, but they are like bubble gum, they stick to the road, so wear is going to be higher, but I wanted that. This is not sport tire, they are excellent choice if you are looking for safe touring tire, and you appreciate comfort and quietness over sportiness. Don't get me wrong, you can drive sporty and safe on them, but you will wear them very quickly. For the price, and for my wehicle I'm very satisfied.

Helpful 30 - tire reviewed on March 19, 2023

Given 74% while driving a Kia Motors Rio 5 (185/65 R15) on mostly motorways for 39,500 spirited miles

I left a previous reveiw earlier in the tires' lives....and now i'm updating the long term view. At 63,500 km the four main tires are at 2mm tread remaining, so need to replace them. Spare is at 6mm. If i had started rotating in the spare from early on, the 5 tires may have made it to about 70,000km. Anyways, i can't find them to buy in my country, so i may have to get Firestone AS or Kumho Ecstas to replace them. No way am i buying Westlake or even Triangle if i can help it. I like my life, and my car needs good shoes to keep me safe.

Helpful 34 - tire reviewed on February 28, 2023

Given 74% while driving a Kia Motors Rio 5 (185/65 R15) on mostly motorways for 39,500 spirited miles

Helpful 30 - tire reviewed on February 28, 2023

Given 86% while driving a Peugeot 508 SW 1.6 E HDI (215/60 R16) on a combination of roads for 35,000 average miles

Had these for ca. 6 years and about 50-60k km, and only recently went for shredding. Can't say a bad word about them, having in mind that it is not sporty tire for horse power packed cars. Never had any major problems on dry or wet road, city or motorway speed. Even when worn the still produced reasonable traction and handled well on corners. Wears evenly, and ageing evenly ;) Yes, some may say a bit noisy, yes, on wet a bit worse than on dry (not a surprise as most tires will have same issue - wet road? Slow down a bit, simple), but overall excellent tires, great value for money! Comparing to Pirelli P7 I've had before? Nexen wins in wear (P7 were dissapearing with every 1k km) and no major difference in all other aspects. Now it's time for n'fera su4 - will see if they are 'better' as reviews suggest.

Helpful 34 - tire reviewed on February 20, 2023

Given 56% while driving a Hyundai (215/60 R16) on a combination of roads for 50 spirited miles

The tire has no sound and no noise, it is perfect for the person looking for comfort tires, no noise and sound. But the brake of this tires is really very bad.

Helpful 36 - tire reviewed on February 4, 2023

Given 37% while driving a Ford Kuga (235/55 R17) on mostly town for 22,000 easy going miles

Purchased in Jan 2020 as my 2 front tires and 22K miles later they need replacing ! Too soft and evenly worn to the legal limit - not great wear on these !