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1. Nokian zLine Upper-middle2. Falken Azenis FK510 Upper-middle
Comparison: Nokian zLine vs. Falken Azenis FK510
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Today we're putting the spotlight on the Nokian zLine and Falken Azenis FK510, two prominent summer tyres in the industry. Both have garnered positive attention in various tyre tests, but how do they perform head-to-head?
Representing the Nokian brand, the zLine seems to hold a steady position in many tests, however, the tyre doesn't stand out in terms of our rating, scoring 0%. According to Automotorsport, ACE, and GTÜ, the Nokian zLine tended to rank somewhere in the middle of tested tyres, taking 6th place in two out of three tests. Autobild, on the other hand, saw zLine falling to 20th place out of 52. The tyre is best known for features like dry handling, but has no notable achievements in other categories.
Switching gears to the Falken Azenis FK510. The performance of this tyre in tests is outstanding. Rating at 71% on our scale, FK510 outperformed most competitors, including Nokian zLine, in nearly all conducted tests. According to ACE, it earned the 1st place twist on factors such as dry driving behavior, dry and wet handling, and wet braking. Automotorsport and GTÜ tests also favorably ranked the Falken Azenis FK510 at positions 3 and 5 respectively. The latter of which, being a significant step ahead of the Nokian zLine.
Worth mentioning, the Falken Azenis FK510 has been replaced with a newer model, Falken Azenis FK520. The FK520 continues Falken's commitment to providing a high-quality driving experience, with some improvements over the FK510.
When it comes to selecting between the Nokian zLine and the Falken Azenis FK510, the overall test data leans toward the latter. The Azenis FK510 shows superior performance in both dry and wet handling as well as noise levels. While the Nokian zLine is a commendable tyre, it might not be the top choice for those who prioritize maximum functionality and performance.
To sum it up, the Nokian zLine is a middle-of-the-pack option for those seeking adequate summer tyres within a budget. In contrast, the Falken Azenis FK510 – or its successor, the FK520 - is an excellent choice for drivers who prefer top-tier summer tyres demonstrating superior handling capabilities and overall performance.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
2. Nokian zLine 20.
Average position in tests
2. Nokian zLine 7.38
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Falken Azenis FK510 Exemplary2. Nokian zLine Recommended
Worst rating in test
1. Falken Azenis FK510 Recommended2. Nokian zLine Recommended
Wet
(Overall rating)Wet braking
2. Nokian zLine 90%
Wet handling
2. Nokian zLine 85%
Aquaplaning - cross
2. Nokian zLine 75%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
1. Nokian zLine 83%
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
1. Nokian zLine 85%
Dry handling
1. Nokian zLine 93%
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
2. Nokian zLine 75%
Outside noise accoring to EU label
1. Falken Azenis FK510 69 dB
Costs
(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
1. Nokian zLine 90%
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Dimensions and prices
Mutual tests
| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | |||
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| Best values in test | 9,4 | 9,8 | 9,3 | 10 | |||
| Nokian zLine | 7,8 | 8,0 | 7,3 | 9,0 | |||
| Falken Azenis FK510 | 8,5 | 9,2 | 7,5 | 8,6 | |||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
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| Best values in test | 150 | 55 | 39 | 14 | 7 | ||
| Nokian zLine Rating: Recommended | 149 | 63 | 47 | 18 | 7 | ||
| Falken Azenis FK510 Rating: Recommended | 150 | 66 | 46 | 16 | 9 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Nokian zLine Rating: Good | 2 | 2 | |||||
| Falken Azenis FK510 Rating: Good | 2 | 2 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 34,6 | |||||
| Nokian zLine | 36,1 | 40,2 | |||||
| Falken Azenis FK510 | 35,5 | 34,8 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
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| Best values in test | 278 | 146 | 143 | 25 | 10 | ||
| Nokian zLine | 240 | 119 | 121 | 22 | 9 | ||
| Falken Azenis FK510 | 244 | 114 | 130 | 16 | 10 | ||
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