Nankang NS2 vs Nankang SV3: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Nankang NS2 and Nankang SV3 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 NS2 performs. It takes the win in dry. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
How the Nankang SV3 performs. It takes the win in wet. 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 NS2 and Nankang SV3 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 dry
- You prioritise wet
Test profile
| Metric | Nankang NS2 | Nankang SV3 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Touring |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 1 | 2 |
| Best rank | #6 | #20 |
| Avg rank | 35.0 | 31.3 |
| Latest test | 2020 | 2023 |
| Tire Lab Score | — | — |
Tire Lab Score
Nankang NS2
Nankang SV3
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Nankang NS2 | Nankang SV3 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 44.0 | Avg rank 34.5 | Nankang SV3 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 36.0 | No data | Nankang NS2 |
💧 Wet: Nankang NS2 vs Nankang SV3
The Nankang SV3 wins this category with an average rank of 34.5, compared to 44.0 for the Nankang NS2.
☀️ Dry: Nankang NS2 vs Nankang SV3
The Nankang NS2 wins this category with an average rank of 36.0, compared to no data for the Nankang SV3.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Nankang NS2 or Nankang SV3?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Nankang SV3 ranks higher on average than the Nankang NS2.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Nankang NS2 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Nankang SV3 across the tests where both appeared.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Nankang NS2 appears in 1 independent tests, Nankang SV3 in 2.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →