Hankook Kinergy 4S2 vs Kleber Quadraxer 3
Expect the Hankook to feel sharper and stop shorter in the wet, with stronger lap times on wet and dry handling tracks. The Kleber counters with shorter dry braking in most tests, excellent snow traction/handling, lower noise, and typically better aquaplaning margins-albeit with a penalty in wet cornering confidence and rolling resistance.
Test Results
Independent comparison tire tests are the best source of data to get tire information from, and the good news is there have been nine tests which compare both tires directly!
| Tire | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 | six | |
| Kleber Quadraxer 3 | three |
While it might look like the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 is better than the Kleber Quadraxer 3 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tires are very complicated objects which means where one tire is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tires compare across multiple tire test categories.
Key Strengths
- Class-leading wet handling and strong wet braking across tests
- Sharp, predictable steering and dry/wet lap consistency
- Often better wear and overall value (lower cost per 1,000 km)
- Competitive comfort with generally lower rolling resistance than Kleber in some tests
- Outstanding snow traction, handling, and braking (winter-leaning performance)
- Shorter dry braking in most tests
- Very quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Excellent straight-line aquaplaning resistance
Dry Braking
Looking at data from nine tire tests, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was better during nine dry braking tests. On average the Kleber Quadraxer 3 stopped the vehicle in 4.44% less distance than the Hankook Kinergy 4S2.
Best In Dry Braking: Kleber Quadraxer 3
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 was better during two dry handling [s] tests. On average the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 was 1.97% faster around a lap than the Kleber Quadraxer 3.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Hankook Kinergy 4S2
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 was better during four dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 was 0.81% faster around a lap than the Kleber Quadraxer 3.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Hankook Kinergy 4S2
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 was better during one subj. dry handling tests. On average the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 scored 8% more points than the Kleber Quadraxer 3.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Hankook Kinergy 4S2
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from nine tire tests, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 was better during six wet braking tests. On average the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 stopped the vehicle in 2.18% less distance than the Kleber Quadraxer 3.
Best In Wet Braking: Hankook Kinergy 4S2
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 was better during two wet handling [s] tests. On average the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 was 2.3% faster around a wet lap than the Kleber Quadraxer 3.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Hankook Kinergy 4S2
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 was better during five wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 was 2.61% faster around a wet lap than the Kleber Quadraxer 3.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Hankook Kinergy 4S2
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 was better during one subj. wet handling tests. On average the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 scored 8.16% more points than the Kleber Quadraxer 3.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Hankook Kinergy 4S2
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from six tire tests, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 was better during five wet circle tests. On average the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 was 2.33% faster around a wet circle than the Kleber Quadraxer 3.
Best In Wet Circle: Hankook Kinergy 4S2
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from seven tire tests, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was better during seven straight aqua tests. On average the Kleber Quadraxer 3 floated at a 4.58% higher speed than the Hankook Kinergy 4S2.
Best In Straight Aqua: Kleber Quadraxer 3
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was better during three curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Kleber Quadraxer 3 slipped out at a 0.68% higher speed than the Hankook Kinergy 4S2.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Kleber Quadraxer 3
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Snow Braking
Looking at data from seven tire tests, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was better during five snow braking tests. On average the Kleber Quadraxer 3 stopped the vehicle in 0.34% less distance than the Hankook Kinergy 4S2.
Best In Snow Braking: Kleber Quadraxer 3
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Snow Traction
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was better during one snow traction tests. On average the Kleber Quadraxer 3 accelerated 5.31% faster than the Hankook Kinergy 4S2.
Best In Snow Traction: Kleber Quadraxer 3
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Snow Traction
Looking at data from six tire tests, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was better during five snow traction tests. On average the Kleber Quadraxer 3 had 2.65% better snow traction than the Hankook Kinergy 4S2.
Best In Snow Traction: Kleber Quadraxer 3
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Snow Handling [s]
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was better during two snow handling [s] tests. On average the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was 4.71% faster around a lap than the Hankook Kinergy 4S2.
Best In Snow Handling [s]: Kleber Quadraxer 3
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Snow Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was better during four snow handling [km/h] tests. On average the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was 1.6% faster around a lap than the Hankook Kinergy 4S2.
Best In Snow Handling [Km/H]: Kleber Quadraxer 3
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Subj. Snow Handling
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was better during one subj. snow handling tests. On average the Kleber Quadraxer 3 scored 5% more points than the Hankook Kinergy 4S2.
Best In Subj. Snow Handling: Kleber Quadraxer 3
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Snow Circle
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was better during one snow circle tests. On average the Kleber Quadraxer 3 provided 1.61% more lateral grip than the Hankook Kinergy 4S2.
Best In Snow Circle: Kleber Quadraxer 3
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Snow Slalom
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was better during three snow slalom tests. On average the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was 1.73% faster through a slalom than the Hankook Kinergy 4S2.
Best In Snow Slalom: Kleber Quadraxer 3
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from four tire tests, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was better during two subj. comfort tests. On average the Kleber Quadraxer 3 scored 0.53% more points than the Hankook Kinergy 4S2.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Kleber Quadraxer 3
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Noise
Looking at data from six tire tests, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was better during four noise tests. On average the Kleber Quadraxer 3 measured 0.59% quieter than the Hankook Kinergy 4S2.
Best In Noise: Kleber Quadraxer 3
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Tire Weight
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was better during two tire weight tests. On average the Kleber Quadraxer 3 weighed 2.62% less than the Hankook Kinergy 4S2.
Best In Tire Weight: Kleber Quadraxer 3
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Wear
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 was better during two wear tests. On average the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 is predicted to cover 11.3% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Kleber Quadraxer 3.
Best In Wear: Hankook Kinergy 4S2
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Value
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 was better during three value tests. On average the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 proved to have a 15.19% better value based on price/1000km than the Kleber Quadraxer 3.
Best In Value: Hankook Kinergy 4S2
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Price
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 was better during two price tests. On average the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 cost 9.94% less than the Kleber Quadraxer 3.
Best In Price: Hankook Kinergy 4S2
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from seven tire tests, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was better during six rolling resistance tests. On average the Kleber Quadraxer 3 had a 5.26% lower rolling resistance than the Hankook Kinergy 4S2.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Kleber Quadraxer 3
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was better during one fuel consumption tests. On average the Kleber Quadraxer 3 used 2.28% less fuel than the Hankook Kinergy 4S2.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Kleber Quadraxer 3
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Abrasion
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Kleber Quadraxer 3 emitted 34.62% less particle wear matter than the Hankook Kinergy 4S2.
Best In Abrasion: Kleber Quadraxer 3
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Abrasion
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 lost 1.99% less particle wear matter than the Kleber Quadraxer 3.
Best In Abrasion: Hankook Kinergy 4S2
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Real World Driver Reviews
Hankook Kinergy 4S2 Driver Reviews
Across 60 reviews, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 is generally seen as a strong-value all-season tire with standout wet-road confidence and dependable year-round grip for normal driving. Many drivers report reassuring performance in cold rain and acceptable snow capability for an all-season, along with a comfortable ride and good overall balance. The most recurring drawbacks are noticeable road noise (often a hum/whine at motorway speeds), a softer/less precise handling feel when pushed, and mixed reports on longevity with several users experiencing faster wear or wet-grip drop-off as tread gets lower.
Based on 61 reviews with an average rating of 75%
Kleber Quadraxer 3 Driver Reviews
Drivers rate the Kleber Quadraxer 3 very highly, praising its confident winter capability (snow and ice), excellent wet grip with strong aquaplaning resistance, and a quiet, comfortable ride. Many note solid dry performance for everyday driving, good longevity, and strong value compared to premium options like Michelin CrossClimate. A few isolated reviews mention high-speed noise or less inspiring dry grip versus previous models, but these are in the minority. Overall, it's viewed as a safe, refined, and durable all-season choice.
Based on 25 reviews with an average rating of 86%
Motorway driving is on par with many other tires; the wind noise coming from the car is always louder than the tires themselves, so no trouble there; you get just a wee bit less fuel efficiency overall (compared to the more expensive choice), but it is nothing to transcendental, on the dry they... Continue reading this review using the link below
Conclusion
If you drive through frequent rain or prioritize precise, confidence-inspiring handling, choose the Hankook Kinergy 4S2. If your winters are long and snowy and you value calm, quiet cruising with strong aquaplaning reserves and short dry stops, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 is compelling-especially on a budget. The practical takeaway: Hankook for balanced all-weather control and value; Kleber for winter-weighted security and comfort.
Key Differences
- Wet cornering confidence: Hankook clearly ahead (wet handling 7-0, frequent wet lap wins).
- Snow performance: Kleber leads in snow braking/traction/handling (aggregate wins 5/6/6).
- Dry braking: Kleber typically stops shorter; Hankook counters with better dry handling feel.
- Aquaplaning: Kleber stronger in straight-line aquaplaning; Hankook often better in curved.
- Efficiency and wear: Hankook frequently shows better wear and value; Kleber often higher rolling resistance.
- Noise/comfort: Kleber is generally quieter and plusher; Hankook is firmer but communicative.
Overall Winner: Kleber Quadraxer 3
Based on the tire test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tire has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tire buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tire industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tires in the same test.
Why is this important? Tire testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tire test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tire tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tire Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
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