Hoosier R7 vs Nankang AR 1: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Hoosier R7 and Nankang AR 1 appear in 2 tests, though they have not yet met head-to-head in the same test. 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 Hoosier R7 performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
How the Nankang AR 1 performs. It takes the win in wet, noise / comfort, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 80/100, based on 1 test.
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 Hoosier R7 and Nankang AR 1 are closely matched. Pick based on the category that matters most to your driving — wet, dry, comfort, mileage, or price.
Which one should you buy?
- You prefer the Hoosier R7's brand, sizing or price
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise noise / comfort
- You prioritise efficiency
Test profile
| Metric | Hoosier R7 | Nankang AR 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | UUHP/Track | UUHP/Track |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 1 | 1 |
| Best rank | #2 | #1 |
| Avg rank | 2.0 | 6.3 |
| Latest test | — | 2022 |
| Tire Lab Score | — | 80.1 |
Tire Lab Score
Hoosier R7
Nankang AR 1
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Hoosier R7 | Nankang AR 1 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | No data | Avg rank 10.0 | Nankang AR 1 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 2.0 3 | Avg rank 2.0 2 | Tie |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | No data | Avg rank 5.5 1 | Nankang AR 1 |
| 🔋Efficiency | No data | Avg rank 2.0 1 | Nankang AR 1 |
💧 Wet: Hoosier R7 vs Nankang AR 1
The Nankang AR 1 wins this category with an average rank of 10.0, compared to no data for the Hoosier R7.
☀️ Dry: Hoosier R7 vs Nankang AR 1
Both tires perform similarly in dry, with average ranks of 2.0 and 2.0.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Hoosier R7 vs Nankang AR 1
The Nankang AR 1 wins this category with an average rank of 5.5, compared to no data for the Hoosier R7.
🔋 Efficiency: Hoosier R7 vs Nankang AR 1
The Nankang AR 1 wins this category with an average rank of 2.0, compared to no data for the Hoosier R7.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Hoosier R7 or Nankang AR 1?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Nankang AR 1 ranks higher on average than the Hoosier R7.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Nankang AR 1 ranks better than the Hoosier R7.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Hoosier R7 appears in 1 independent tests, Nankang AR 1 in 1.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →