Nankang AS2 vs Nankang NS2: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Nankang AS2 and Nankang NS2 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 Nankang AS2 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, noise / comfort, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 84/100, based on 1 test.
How the Nankang NS2 performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
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 Nankang AS2 and Nankang NS2 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 prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise noise / comfort
- You prefer the Nankang NS2's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Nankang AS2 | Nankang NS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Touring |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 1 | 1 |
| Best rank | #1 | #6 |
| Avg rank | 7.5 | 35.0 |
| Latest test | 2018 | 2020 |
| Tire Lab Score | 83.8 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Nankang AS2
Nankang NS2
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Nankang AS2 | Nankang NS2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 8.3 1 | Avg rank 44.0 | Nankang AS2 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 9.3 | Avg rank 36.0 | Nankang AS2 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 6.5 1 | No data | Nankang AS2 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 1.0 1 | No data | Nankang AS2 |
💧 Wet: Nankang AS2 vs Nankang NS2
The Nankang AS2 wins this category with an average rank of 8.3, compared to 44.0 for the Nankang NS2.
☀️ Dry: Nankang AS2 vs Nankang NS2
The Nankang AS2 wins this category with an average rank of 9.3, compared to 36.0 for the Nankang NS2.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Nankang AS2 vs Nankang NS2
The Nankang AS2 wins this category with an average rank of 6.5, compared to no data for the Nankang NS2.
🔋 Efficiency: Nankang AS2 vs Nankang NS2
The Nankang AS2 wins this category with an average rank of 1.0, compared to no data for the Nankang NS2.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Nankang AS2 or Nankang NS2?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Nankang AS2 ranks higher on average than the Nankang NS2.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Nankang AS2 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Nankang NS2 across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Nankang AS2 ranks better than the Nankang NS2.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Nankang AS2 appears in 1 independent tests, Nankang NS2 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 →