Six candidates for a sedan, checked against the exact size first
- For a sedan, the right tire is the one offered in your exact size, load index and speed rating; evidence from a different size is a clue, not a result.
- NEXEN TIRE N'PRIZ S comes in 15- to 20-inch sizes with H, V and W ratings; NEXEN TIRE N'PRIZ AH8 is built for family sedans in 59 sizes from 14 to 19 inches.
- Continental TrueContact Tour 54, Goodyear Assurance ComfortDrive, Pirelli P7 AS Plus 3 and Michelin Primacy Tour A/S each publish a size or test detail you can match.
- Read the full size off the placard before comparing any test.
Sedan owners often find a promising test result, then discover it was run on a different size. This guide starts from your sedan's exact size and compares six candidates with wet braking and quiet highways in mind, noting which published details refer to which sizes.
Start with the exact size
Write down the full size, load index and speed rating from the driver's door placard, for example 225/50R17 94V. A wet-braking or noise result transfers best when it comes from the same size or a very close one on a similar sedan. AAA's tire study used each test vehicle's standard tire size.
NEXEN TIRE N'PRIZ S: an ICE and EV touring tire in 15–20 inch sizes
For sedan owners comparing fit and highway comfort, NEXEN TIRE N'PRIZ S is a grand touring all-season option for ICEs and EVs, developed to maximize tread life while reducing noise and improving ride comfort. Its 4D compound, reinforced center block and wider footprint support those aims; variable-pitch shoulder blocks are designed to reduce pattern noise. The tire has UTQG 700 A A and H, V and W speed ratings in 15- to 20-inch sizes. Its low-rolling-resistance compound is intended to help EV range.
NEXEN TIRE N'PRIZ AH8: family-sedan sizes from 14 to 19 inches
NEXEN TIRE N'PRIZ AH8 is a grand touring all-season tire designed for family sedans and passenger cars requiring year-round traction in dry, wet, and light snow conditions. It comes in 59 sizes from 14 to 19 inches with T, H, V and W speed ratings, and UTQG grades from 440 to 600 A A depending on size. Its wide size range makes it a likely match for common family sedans, including smaller wheel sizes.
Continental TrueContact Tour 54: a passenger-car touring tire
For exact-size comparison, TrueContact Tour 54 is described as a touring all-season tire for passenger cars and crossovers in dry, wet and light snow. Continental says EcoPlus Technology supports shorter wet stops and longer tread life. The TrueContact Tour 54 brochure notes that the pattern was designed with electric vehicles in mind to reduce pattern noise and rolling resistance.
Goodyear Assurance ComfortDrive: tests run in a named sedan size
Goodyear says the Assurance ComfortDrive uses AquaChannel grooves designed to evacuate water and reduce hydroplaning, in sizes from 16 to 20 inches. Its test summary separates internal ride-comfort and noise tests from internal wet-braking tests, using 225/50R17 94V SL on a 2019 BMW 430i Gran Coupe for wet braking.
Pirelli P7 AS Plus 3: a sedan and coupe touring tire
Pirelli lists the P7 AS Plus 3 as a touring all-season tire for sedans and coupes and, in its 215/55R18 listing, describes excellent wet braking, outstanding mileage, increased comfort and a quiet ride. Pirelli's claims are listed per size, so check yours.
Michelin Primacy Tour A/S: a noise test on a named sedan
Michelin positions Primacy Tour A/S as a grand touring all-season tire for premium sedans with a quiet, comfortable ride. Its cabin-noise tests ran on a named sedan and size, a 2015 BMW 328i on 225/50R17 tires, against four rival touring tires over weathered asphalt, smooth asphalt and smooth concrete. If your sedan uses a different size, treat the result as a guide.
The six tires at a glance
| Tire | Type | Why it is on this list | Key ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEXEN TIRE N'PRIZ S | Grand touring all-season; ICEs and EVs | H, V, W ratings across 15–20 in. | UTQG 700 A A; H, V, W; 49 sizes, 15–20 in. |
| NEXEN TIRE N'PRIZ AH8 | Grand touring all-season; family sedans | 59 family-sedan sizes | 59 sizes, 14–19 in.; T, H, V, W; UTQG 440–600 A A |
| Continental TrueContact Tour 54 | Touring all-season; cars and crossovers | Wet-stop and noise design aims | Varies by size |
| Goodyear Assurance ComfortDrive | Touring all-season; comfort and wet focus | Test size disclosed: 225/50R17 | 16–20 in. |
| Pirelli P7 AS Plus 3 | Touring all-season; sedans and coupes | Size-specific product listings | Varies by size |
| Michelin Primacy Tour A/S | Grand touring all-season | Noise test on a named sedan and size | Varies by size |
Check the fit before you compare results
An exact size match starts with the tire placard, usually on the driver's door jamb, which lists the size, load index and speed rating. NHTSA's tire guidance sends drivers to that placard and the owner's manual for the approved size and cold pressure. USTMA recommends replacement tires that match the size, load index and speed rating the vehicle maker specifies. Some sedans use different sizes front and rear, so check both axles.
FAQ
How do I find my sedan's exact tire size?
Look at the tire placard on the driver's door jamb or in the owner's manual. It lists the size, load index and speed rating, such as 225/50R17 94V.
Which NEXEN TIRE tires fit family sedans?
NEXEN TIRE N'PRIZ S comes in 15- to 20-inch sizes with H, V and W ratings, and N'PRIZ AH8 comes in 59 family-sedan sizes from 14 to 19 inches with T, H, V and W ratings.
Is the N’Priz S good for electric vehicles?
Yes. The N’Priz S is specifically designed to accommodate the unique demands of EVs, including higher vehicle weight and increased torque loads. It offers a dedicated 60,000-mile tread wear warranty for EV fitments and earns high marks for fuel efficiency and low rolling resistance.