Hankook Kinergy 4S2 vs Vredestein Quatrac Pro+
- TR Score
- 8.9/10
- Owners say
- 75% · 72
- TR Score
- 8.1/10
- Owners say
- 81% · 15
In the 5 independent tests that ran both tires, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 finished ahead 5 times and the Quatrac Pro+ not once. The Kinergy 4S2 stopped 5.7% shorter on snow; the Quatrac Pro+ had 0.6% lower rolling resistance.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose Hankook Kinergy 4S2 for mixed climates with real winter, heavy rain, and drivers who value handling precision and safety margins. Choose Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus for milder regions prioritizing lower fuel consumption and quieter cruising with acceptable all-weather performance.
Where the Kinergy 4S2 is stronger
- Class-leading snow capability (braking, traction, handling) across all tests
- Best-in-test or near-best aquaplaning resistance (straight and curved)
- Consistently stronger dry handling and shorter dry braking
Where the Quatrac Pro+ is stronger
- Comfort 3/7
- Value 4/5 Had 0.6% lower rolling resistance (5 tests)
The measured tallies (wins out of measurements in the shared tests) come straight from the tables below. The written verdict and bullet points are analysis of those tests and of owner reviews; where they and the figures disagree, the figures are right.
Kinergy 4S2 vs Quatrac Pro+ at a glance
| Category | Kinergy 4S2 | Gap | Quatrac Pro+ |
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| Shared tests won5 shared tests | 5 | 0 | |
| Dry10 measurements | 8 | The Kinergy 4S2 stopped 2.3% shorter in the dry (5 tests) | 1 |
| Wet23 measurements | 16 | The Kinergy 4S2 held 7.8% more grip in curved aquaplaning (4 tests) | 5 |
| Snow19 measurements | 17 | The Kinergy 4S2 stopped 5.7% shorter on snow (5 tests) | 2 |
| Comfort7 measurements | 2 | 3 | |
| Value5 measurements | 1 | The Quatrac Pro+ had 0.6% lower rolling resistance (5 tests) | 4 |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 8.9/10 | The Kinergy 4S2 by 0.8 | 8.1/10 |
| Owner rating72 and 15 reviews | 75% | The Quatrac Pro+ by 6 points | 81% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 74% | The Quatrac Pro+ by 5 points | 79% |
| Pricein the 4 tests that listed prices | Cheaper | The Quatrac Pro+ was dearer in 2 of 4 | +1.1% |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 96 | 42 sizes made in both | 103 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tires; a tick marks the tire ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 5 tests, 2023 to 2025
Each row is one published test in which both tires ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | Kinergy 4S2 | Field | Quatrac Pro+ |
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| 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tire Test | P2 of 10 | P7 of 10 | |
| 2025 Auto Bild All Season Camper Van Tire Test | P6 of 9 | P7 of 9 | |
| 2024 Sport Auto All Season Tire Test | P2 of 6 | P6 of 6 | |
| 2024 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tire Test | P2 of 10 | P7 of 10 | |
| 2023 Auto Zeitung All Season Tire Test | P3 of 9 | P6 of 9 |
Performance profile
14 measurements from the 5 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Kinergy 4S2
Quatrac Pro+
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 118 ft stop against 112 ft is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 94%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 4 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
Kinergy 4S2
Quatrac Pro+
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Where owners rate each higher
Kinergy 4S2
Quatrac Pro+
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the Kinergy 4S2 75% from 72 reviews and the Quatrac Pro+ 81% from 15. Each spoke is one question owners answer out of 10; reviews are vetted by hand before publication.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tires posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
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| 134 | 2.3% | 137 | 3-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 83.5 | 0.9% | 84.3 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 60.4 | 1.2% | 59.7 | 4-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 147 | 1.6% | 144 | 3-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 99.9 | 0.9% | 100.8 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 47.4 | 0.4% | 47.2 | 2-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 14.92 | 0.8% | 15.04 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 48.5 | 1.9% | 47.9 | 4-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 8.1 | 7.8% | 7.5 | 4-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 84 | 5.7% | 89 | 5-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 670 | 4.8% | 643 | 4-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 54.4 | 2% | 53.3 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 33.3 | 3.6% | 32.2 | 4-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 12.5 | 12.4% | 11.2 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 12.4 | 5.1% | 11.8 | 3-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| scored | 26% | scored | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 71 | 0.2 dB | 70.76 | 0-3 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 8.51 | 0.6% | 8.49 | 1-4 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tires shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Kinergy 4S2 scores 8.9 and the Quatrac Pro+ 8.1 out of 10.
| Kinergy 4S2 | Category | Quatrac Pro+ | ||
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| 80 | Dry | 50 | ||
| 85 | Wet | 79 | ||
| 43 | Comfort | 66 | ||
| 42 | Value | 27 | ||
| 74 | Snow | 38 | ||
| 25 | Ice | 8 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| Kinergy 4S2 | Category | Quatrac Pro+ | ||
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| 8.1 | Dry Grip | 8.8 | ||
| 8 | Wet Grip | 8.9 | ||
| 7.1 | Road Feedback | 8.7 | ||
| 7.4 | Handling | 8.4 | ||
| 7.6 | Wear | 7.1 | ||
| 7.3 | Comfort | 8.1 | ||
| 7.5 | Snow Grip | 7.6 | ||
| 6.5 | Ice Grip | 6.8 | ||
Owners rate the Kinergy 4S2 75% from 72 reviews and the Quatrac Pro+ 81% from 15. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Hankook Kinergy 4S2
- 75%from 72 reviews
- 74%would buy again
- 995,659 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners generally rate the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 as a strong all-weather all-rounder, with most praise focused on dependable wet and dry grip (mentioned by around half of reviewers) and reassuring snow traction. Longevity is often reported as good, and a notable minority also highlight the comfortable ride and strong value for money. The most consistent drawback is road noise, raised by over a third of owners, while a smaller group report higher fuel consumption/rolling resistance.
- Confident wet grip in cold and rain
- Strong dry grip for an all-season tire
- Good tread life for year-round use
- Surprisingly capable traction in snow
- Noticeable road noise or whining at certain speeds
- Higher rolling resistance or worse fuel economy
- Can feel less predictable at the limit (soft/squealy breakaway)
Summarised by AI from 65 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 72 Kinergy 4S2 reviewsExcellent tires for all seasons, this was my first test as I've always used summer/winter tires on all my cars for more safety and longevity. These tires perform very well on dry roads, in corners whether wet or not, but especially great on snow, whether it's recovery, acceleration, or grip (Summit of the Vosges for example or the Belgian Ardennes). I was very surprised despite all my extensive research on tires with a good price-quality ratio. After 46,000 km, I wouldn't try them again on snow as I've far exceeded the winter wear indicator, but there are still 2mm of tread left for summer.
Vredestein Quatrac Pro+
- 81%from 15 reviews
- 79%would buy again
- 98,850 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners are broadly pleased with the Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus, with 12 of 14 reviews scoring it positively and an average owner rating of 80.9%. The most consistent strengths are strong wet grip and reassuring all-round traction, with many also highlighting confident dry grip and capable performance in snow. A meaningful minority (around one in five) report a softer, less precise steering feel and a tire that needs a longer bedding-in period, and a similar share raise concerns over tread life or durability.
- Excellent wet grip, even in cold and wet conditions
- Strong dry grip with confidence for spirited driving
- Surprisingly capable snow traction
- Predictable dry handling
- Softer, less precise steering feel/feedback
- Noticeable bedding-in period before it feels at its best
- Reduced margin at the limit or a slight delay finding grip under load
Summarised by AI from 14 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 15 Quatrac Pro+ reviews"I purchased these all-season premium tires for my 4WD Subaru Outback, and I am extremely satisfied with them. As soon as they were installed, the car felt remarkably smooth and pleasant to drive.
The tires are wearing perfectly evenly, and I’ve already rotated them once. I used to be hesitant about all-season tires, but this brand completely convinced me that I made the right choice. While tire selection always depends on the specific car, driving style, and usage, these have worked out incredibly well for my Outback. Highly recommended!
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 96 sizes of the Kinergy 4S2 and 103 of the Quatrac Pro+, 42 of them made in both.
| Category | Kinergy 4S2 | Quatrac Pro+ |
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| Season | All Season | All Season |
| Sizes made | 96 sizes, 14 to 20 inch | 103 sizes, 17 to 22 inch |
| Made in both | 42 sizes 205/40 R17205/45 R17205/50 R17205/55 R17215/40 R17215/45 R17215/50 R17215/55 R17225/45 R17225/50 R17225/55 R17235/45 R17and 30 more | |
| EU label wet grip | B96%C4% | B99%C1% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C78%D22%B1% | C64%B20%D15%E1% |
| EU label noise | 70-73 dB B100% | 70-75 dB B100% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 194 of 194 | 139 of 139 |
| On the market since | - | 2023 |
| Replaced | Hankook Kinergy 4S (2021) | - |
| Price in the shared tests | The Quatrac Pro+ was the dearer tire in 2 of the 4 tests that listed prices, by 1.1% on average. Each test priced the tires in its own market at the time; only the gap is comparable. | |
Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
This head-to-head pits two popular all-season touring options against each other: the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 and the Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus. Across five shared professional tests from 2023-2025, the Hankook consistently finishes near the top, while the Vredestein trends mid-pack. Both target year-round convenience for passenger cars, but they prioritize different strengths.
The data shows a clear pattern: Hankook delivers broader all-weather capability with notably stronger snow performance, superior aquaplaning resistance, and more precise handling. Vredestein counters with competitive wet braking in select tests, lower rolling resistance on average, and quieter operation-appealing to comfort- and efficiency-minded drivers who face mild winters.
Conclusion
Across five tests, Hankook outperforms Vredestein in overall rankings every time, driven by repeat wins in dry and snow categories and markedly better aquaplaning resistance. Its stable, predictable handling and strong winter aptitude make it a safer all-round choice, especially where temperatures drop or heavy rain is common. The trade-off is modestly higher rolling resistance and occasionally longer wet stops versus Vredestein's best runs.
Vredestein's case rests on efficiency and comfort: it is quieter in multiple tests and usually posts lower rolling resistance, with flashes of strong wet braking. However, its snow grip and dry precision lag, and those compromises keep it behind Hankook for drivers who value dynamic confidence and four-season security. In short: pick Hankook for balanced safety and control in varied climates; pick Vredestein if you prioritize ride hush and fuel economy in milder conditions.
Kinergy 4S2 vs Quatrac Pro+: your questions
Is the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 or the Vredestein Quatrac Pro+ the better tire?
In the 5 independent tests that ran both tires, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 finished ahead 5 times and the Quatrac Pro+ not once. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Kinergy 4S2 scores 8.9 and the Quatrac Pro+ 8.1 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Kinergy 4S2 or the Quatrac Pro+?
The Kinergy 4S2 led 16 of the 23 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it held 7.8% more grip in curved aquaplaning across 4 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The Kinergy 4S2 led 8 of the 10 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 2.3% shorter in the dry across 5 tests.
Which is better in snow?
The Kinergy 4S2 led 17 of the 19 snow measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 5.7% shorter on snow across 5 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Quatrac Pro+ had 0.6% lower rolling resistance (5 tests). Owners rate wear 7.6/10 for the Kinergy 4S2 and 7.1/10 for the Quatrac Pro+.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 7.3/10 for the Kinergy 4S2 and 8.1/10 for the Quatrac Pro+.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Kinergy 4S2 75% from 72 reviews and the Quatrac Pro+ 81% from 15. 74% of Kinergy 4S2 owners would buy it again, against 79% for the Quatrac Pro+.
Which is more expensive?
In the 4 tests that listed prices, the Quatrac Pro+ was the dearer tire in 2 of them, by 1.1% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Kinergy 4S2 is made in 96 sizes (14 to 20 inch) and the Quatrac Pro+ in 103 (17 to 22 inch). 42 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Kinergy 4S2 is graded B for wet grip and C for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Quatrac Pro+ B and C.
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Where this data comes from
Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tires ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
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