Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun vs Nankang Econex NA1: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun and Nankang Econex NA1 appear in 22 tests, 1 of which put both tires on the same track on the same day. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.
How the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun performs. It takes the win in dry, noise / comfort, mileage. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 87/100, based on 20 tests.
How the Nankang Econex NA1 performs. It takes the win in efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 81/100, based on 2 tests.
What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.
Verdict
The Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun is the stronger all-round choice, leading in dry and Tire Lab Score. The Nankang Econex NA1 still wins on efficiency, making it the right pick if that matters most to you.
Which one should you buy?
Choose Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun if
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise noise / comfort
- You prioritise mileage
- You prioritise efficiency
Test profile
| Metric | Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun | Nankang Econex NA1 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Touring |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 20 | 2 |
| Best rank | #1 | #1 |
| Avg rank | 7.5 | 7.1 |
| Latest test | 2025 | — |
| Tire Lab Score | 87.1 | 81.4 |
Tire Lab Score
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
Nankang Econex NA1
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun | Nankang Econex NA1 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 6.3 137 | Avg rank 6.3 21 | Tie |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 7.2 122 | Avg rank 8.0 1 | Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 8.1 412 | Avg rank 8.5 | Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun |
| 📏Mileage | Avg rank 11.5 | No data | Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 2.6 914 | Avg rank 2.0 11 | Nankang Econex NA1 |
Tests used in this comparison
Both tires were measured head-to-head in these 1 independent test:
💧 Wet: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun vs Nankang Econex NA1
Both tires perform similarly in wet, with average ranks of 6.3 and 6.3.
☀️ Dry: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun vs Nankang Econex NA1
The Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun wins this category with an average rank of 7.2, compared to 8.0 for the Nankang Econex NA1.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun vs Nankang Econex NA1
The Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun wins this category with an average rank of 8.1, compared to 8.5 for the Nankang Econex NA1.
📏 Mileage: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun vs Nankang Econex NA1
The Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun wins this category with an average rank of 11.5, compared to no data for the Nankang Econex NA1.
🔋 Efficiency: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun vs Nankang Econex NA1
The Nankang Econex NA1 wins this category with an average rank of 2.0, compared to 2.6 for the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Frequently asked questions
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun averages a better dry-braking rank than the Nankang Econex NA1 across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun ranks better than the Nankang Econex NA1.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun shows better mileage performance than the Nankang Econex NA1.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun appears in 20 independent tests, Nankang Econex NA1 in 2, with 1 head-to-head tests where both were measured.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →