Nexen 255/35 R20 97Y N'Fera AU7 2024

Nexen N'Fera AU7 255/35 R20 97Y is an ultra-high-performance all-season passenger-car tyre designed for sports cars, luxury coupes and performance sedans. This exact XL specification combines responsive steering, stable cornering, strong wet-road traction and high-speed capability. The 97Y service description provides a maximum load capacity of 730 kg per tyre and a maximum rated speed of 300 km/h.

About Nexen N'Fera AU7 255/35 R20 97Y

The N'Fera AU7 is Nexen's performance-focused all-season tyre. The exact 255/35R20 97Y XL specification carries product code 15634 and uses a 4-ply XL construction. It has a 9/32-inch tread depth, 50 PSI maximum inflation pressure and a 27-inch overall diameter.

Tread Design and Handling

The N'Fera AU7 features an asymmetric performance tread with directional sipes, rigid shoulder blocks, open lateral grooves, semi-ribs and 3D siping. These elements are designed to maintain a stable contact patch and provide responsive steering and controlled cornering.

Dry-Road Performance

The 255 mm section width and low 35-series profile provide a broad, stable footprint and a sporty steering response. The rigid construction is designed to support high-speed stability and confident cornering.

Wet-Road Traction

Open lateral grooves help channel water away from the contact patch, while the tread siping provides additional biting edges. The tyre carries a UTQG AA traction rating and is designed for strong wet-road performance.

Comfort and Noise

Nexen uses a five-variable-pitch tread arrangement to help control tread-generated noise. Despite its low-profile performance construction, the N'Fera AU7 is designed to provide a comfortable and relatively quiet road experience.

All-Season Capability

The N'Fera AU7 is an all-season high-performance tyre intended for dry, wet and light winter road conditions. It is not a dedicated winter tyre and this specification is not listed as 3PMSF severe-snow certified.

Load Capacity and Speed Rating

The 97Y XL specification provides a maximum load capacity of 730 kg per tyre and a maximum rated speed of 300 km/h. The XL construction provides additional load capacity for vehicles requiring a reinforced tyre specification.

Who Should Consider This Tyre?

Nexen N'Fera AU7 255/35 R20 97Y is suitable for drivers looking for an ultra-high-performance all-season tyre with responsive handling, strong wet traction, stable cornering and high-speed performance.