The Nexen N5000 Platinum is a grand touring all-season tire engineered to deliver an exceptional balance of performance, comfort, and longevity. This tire combines the sporty aesthetics of a performance tire with the smooth, quiet ride quality expected from a premium passenger tire, making it an ideal choice for sedans, coupes, CUVs, and SUVs.
Year-Round Performance: Branded with the M+S (Mud and Snow) symbol, the N5000 Platinum provides reliable traction in diverse weather conditions including dry, wet, and light snow. The tire features four wide circumferential grooves that efficiently channel water away from the contact patch, significantly reducing the risk of hydroplaning and enhancing wet weather safety. Compared to its predecessor, the N5000 Plus, this upgraded model delivers 5% better wet traction and 8% improved snow traction.
Comfort and Quietness: An optimized tread pitch sequence and advanced tread design work together to minimize road noise and vibrations, creating a peaceful cabin environment for both drivers and passengers. The tire's sophisticated construction ensures a smooth, comfortable ride without sacrificing handling precision.
Key Features:
- Size: 245/40R20 with 99W service description (Load Index 99, Speed Rating W - 168 mph)
- XL (Extra Load) construction with 4-ply rating for enhanced load capacity up to 1,709 lbs
- Overall diameter: 27.7 inches with 9.8-inch section width
- Measuring rim width: 8.5 inches (approved rim range: 8.0-9.5 inches)
- Maximum inflation pressure: 50 PSI
- Tread depth: 9.5/32 inch for extended wear life
- UTQG rating: 580AA (580 Treadwear, A Traction, A Temperature)
- Black sidewall styling for clean, classic appearance
- Asymmetrical tread pattern for balanced performance and flexible rotation
Enhanced Durability: The optimized footprint and unique tread compound work in harmony to promote even wear patterns and maximize tread life. The durable compound and reinforced construction resist irregular wear, while the flat contact patch ensures consistent surface contact for improved stability and steering response. Large shoulder blocks enhance cornering grip and handling stability in all conditions.
Warranty Coverage: Nexen backs this tire with a comprehensive Total Coverage Warranty program that includes a 55,000-mile limited treadwear warranty for W-rated sizes, a Road Hazard Replacement Warranty covering the first 2 years or 3/32-inch of tread wear, 36 months of Roadside Assistance, and a 45-day/500-mile trial period. This exceptional warranty demonstrates Nexen's confidence in the N5000 Platinum's quality and performance.
Whether navigating daily commutes, highway cruising, or weekend drives, the Nexen N5000 Platinum 245/40R20 delivers the traction, comfort, and longevity that modern drivers demand from a premium all-season tire.