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Korean original-equipment quality for Hyundai, Kia and Volkswagen at a lower price

Nexen tyres

Nexen Tire is a South Korean manufacturer whose history goes back to Heung-A Tire, founded in 1942; the company took the Nexen name in 2000. It is headquartered in Seoul and builds tyres in Yangsan and Changnyeong in Korea, Qingdao in China and Žatec in the Czech Republic, a European plant that opened in 2019.

Origin
South Korea
Founded
1942
Segment
Mid-range
Typical price per tyre
210–700 AED
4.9

3,847 Google reviews

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Strengths

  • Original-equipment supplier to Hyundai, Kia and Volkswagen Group models
  • Comfortable, quiet ride that suits family cars
  • Prices typically 30–45 percent below premium brands
  • Good availability of common UAE sizes from 15 to 20 inches
  • Modern factories in Korea and Europe with consistent quality

Trade-offs

  • Dry grip at the limit trails Michelin, Continental and Falken
  • Tread life on the softer N'Fera models is average
  • Limited true off-road range compared with BFGoodrich or Nitto
  • Steering feel is softer than performance-focused rivals

Suits these cars

  • Hyundai Elantra, Kia Cerato and Hyundai Sonata
  • Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage and Nissan X-Trail
  • Toyota Camry and Nissan Altima for owners wanting a quieter ride
  • Kia Sorento, Hyundai Santa Fe and Toyota Fortuner on Roadian HTX2
  • Volkswagen Golf and Passat

How Nexen scores in UAE use

Editorial score out of 10 based on our fitters' experience and published tests, not a lab measurement.

Dry grip
7/10
Wet grip
7/10
Comfort
8/10
Quietness
8/10
Tread life
6/10
Value
8/10

Performance

Nexen tyres deliver predictable, progressive grip rather than razor-sharp response. The N'Fera Sport performs well in everyday braking and lane changes, and the N'Fera SU1 has posted mid-table results in European summer tyre tests, usually ahead of budget Chinese brands and behind the Japanese and European leaders.

The N'blue HD Plus is tuned for comfort and low noise, which makes it a good match for Hyundai and Kia sedans that already prioritise a soft ride.

Durability

Expect 40,000–55,000 km from Nexen touring tyres on UAE sedans and around 35,000–45,000 km from the N'Fera performance range. The Roadian HTX2 SUV tyre uses a harder, long-wear compound and often reaches 50,000–60,000 km on Fortuner and Santa Fe class vehicles.

Keep an eye on uneven shoulder wear: Nexen's softer sidewalls show the effects of under-inflation quickly.

In UAE conditions

Nexen is a good fit for UAE drivers who spend most of their time in city traffic and on highways at 100–120 km/h. The compounds tolerate summer surface temperatures of 60–70°C without unusual blistering when pressures are correct.

Nexen's SUV range is designed for paved roads and graded tracks rather than deep dunes, so serious desert drivers are better served by a dedicated all-terrain brand.

Typical price per tyre

Typical fitted price per tyre: AED 210–320 for 15–17 inch sedan sizes, AED 330–520 for 18–19 inch N'Fera sizes and AED 400–700 for SUV and pickup sizes. Confirmed on WhatsApp after you share the size.

Nexen supplies original-equipment tyres to Hyundai and Kia and to several European carmakers including Volkswagen Group models, which means a new Elantra, Sportage or Tucson in the UAE may already arrive on Nexen rubber.

The N'Fera line covers performance cars and SUVs, the N'blue line focuses on comfort and efficiency, and the Roadian line serves SUVs and pickups. Nexen's strongest point is ride comfort and quietness relative to price; outright dry grip at the limit is a step behind Japanese and European premium brands.

Roadstone, also sold in the UAE, is Nexen's sister brand made in the same factories and is positioned slightly cheaper.

FAQ

Questions drivers ask us

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Are Nexen tyres good?

Nexen tyres are good mid-range tyres, especially for comfort and quietness. The brand supplies original-equipment tyres to Hyundai, Kia and Volkswagen Group models, and its N'Fera range sits mid-table in European tests, ahead of most budget brands.

Nexen tyres price in UAE

Nexen tyres in the UAE typically cost AED 210–320 per tyre fitted for sedan sizes and AED 400–700 for SUV sizes. Exact prices depend on size and stock and are confirmed on WhatsApp.

Nexen tyres made in which country?

Nexen is a South Korean brand. Its tyres are made in Korea (Yangsan and Changnyeong), China (Qingdao) and the Czech Republic (Žatec). Most UAE stock comes from Korea or China.

Is Nexen better than Hankook?

Hankook is generally a step above Nexen in grip and tread life, while Nexen is usually 10–20 percent cheaper and very comfortable. For a family sedan used in city traffic, Nexen offers better value; for performance cars, Hankook Ventus is the stronger choice.

How long do Nexen tyres last in the UAE?

Nexen touring tyres usually last 40,000–55,000 km in the UAE, and performance N'Fera models around 35,000–45,000 km. Regardless of tread left, tyres more than five years past their DOT date are commonly rejected at inspection.

Car brands we recommend Nexen for

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