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2. Nexen N blue HD Plus Lowcost
Comparison: Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance vs. Nexen N blue HD Plus
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In this tyre comparison, we will be examining the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance and the Nexen N blue HD plus summer tyres. Both are popular choices among drivers, but we will summarize their strengths and weaknesses based on the data from various tyre tests to provide an informed verdict.
The Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance is a summer tyre made in Slovenia and has an impressive rating of 88% on our scale. This model has been replaced by the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2, which is expected to deliver even better performance. During the Tyre tests, this model has shown excellent results:
- AutoMotorSport - Ranked 4th out of 11 tyres, with top features including Aquaplaning - longitudinal and Wet handling.
- Autobild - Ranked 5th out of 50 tyres, showcasing excellent Aquaplaning - cross performance.
- ADAC - Ranked 4th out of 16 tyres.
- Autoklub ČR - Ranked 3rd out of 9 tyres.
As seen in the tests, the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance excels in Aquaplaning and Wet handling capabilities. Visit Goodyear's official website for more details on their tyre offerings.
On the other hand, the Nexen N blue HD plus is a summer tyre made in Korea, with a rating of 70% on our scale. In the Tyre tests, this model performed as follows:
- AutoMotorSport - Ranked 10th out of 11 tyres.
- Autobild - Ranked 12th out of 50 tyres.
- ADAC - Ranked 13th out of 16 tyres.
- Autoklub ČR - Ranked 8th out of 9 tyres.
The Nexen N blue HD plus ranked comparatively lower in mutual tests, which indicates scope for improvement. Check out Nexen's official website for more information on their tyre range.
Verdict
In conclusion, based on the data from the tyre tests, the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance is the better choice overall, with high ratings and strong performance in Aquaplaning and Wet handling compared to the Nexen N blue HD plus. However, if you are looking for an even better option, you can consider the newer Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 for an enhanced driving experience.
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1. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance Exemplary2. Nexen N blue HD Plus Satisfactory
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Mutual tests
| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | |||
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| Best values in test | 8,8 | 9,1 | 9,3 | 9,7 | |||
| Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance Rating: Recommended | 8,3 | 8,8 | 7,7 | 8,7 | |||
| Nexen N blue HD plus Rating: Conditionally recommended | 6,9 | 6,8 | 7,0 | 6,6 | |||
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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 | |||||
| Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance | 37,5 | 37,6 | |||||
| Nexen N blue HD plus | 38,3 | 40,6 | |||||
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| Best values in test | 2,0 | 1,6 | 3,0 | 1,0 | 1,7 | ||
| Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance Rating: Satisfactory | 2,8 | 2,0 | 3,2 | 3,0 | 1,8 | ||
| Nexen N blue HD plus Rating: Satisfactory | 2,7 | 2,2 | 3,0 | 3,0 | 2,4 | ||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | |||
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| Best values in test | 100 | 100 | 100 | 109 | |||
| Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance Rating: Very good | 98,7 | 98,7 | 98,7 | 109 | |||
| Nexen N blue HD plus Rating: Weak | 95,4 | 93,7 | 97 | 92,1 | |||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2 | 2 | ||||
| Nexen N blue HD plus Rating: - | 3+ | 2 | 2 | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2,0 | 1,6 | 1,0 | 1,7 | 1,6 | ||
| Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance Rating: Good | 2,1 | 2,0 | 2,0 | 3,9 | 2,1 | ||
| Nexen N blue HD plus Rating: Satisfactory | 3,1 | 1,6 | 2,0 | 3,8 | 1,9 | ||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,6 | 27 | |||||
| Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance | 36,1 | 28,8 | |||||
| Nexen N blue HD plus | 35,7 | 31,1 | |||||
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