Nankang Eco 2 Plus 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 Eco 2 Plus and Nankang NS2 appear in 3 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 Eco 2 Plus performs. It takes the win in wet, dry. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 81/100, based on 2 tests.
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 Eco 2 Plus 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 prefer the Nankang NS2's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Nankang Eco 2 Plus | Nankang NS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Touring |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 2 | 1 |
| Best rank | #1 | #6 |
| Avg rank | 17.4 | 35.0 |
| Latest test | 2021 | 2020 |
| Tire Lab Score | 81.3 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Nankang Eco 2 Plus
Nankang NS2
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Nankang Eco 2 Plus | Nankang NS2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 17.0 1 | Avg rank 44.0 | Nankang Eco 2 Plus |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 12.7 1 | Avg rank 36.0 | Nankang Eco 2 Plus |
💧 Wet: Nankang Eco 2 Plus vs Nankang NS2
The Nankang Eco 2 Plus wins this category with an average rank of 17.0, compared to 44.0 for the Nankang NS2.
☀️ Dry: Nankang Eco 2 Plus vs Nankang NS2
The Nankang Eco 2 Plus wins this category with an average rank of 12.7, compared to 36.0 for the Nankang NS2.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Nankang Eco 2 Plus or Nankang NS2?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Nankang Eco 2 Plus ranks higher on average than the Nankang NS2.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Nankang Eco 2 Plus averages a better dry-braking rank than the Nankang NS2 across the tests where both appeared.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Nankang Eco 2 Plus appears in 2 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 →
