Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 vs Hankook Kinergy 4S2

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 eleven tests which compare both tires directly!

While it might look like the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 is better than the Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 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

Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02

• Excellent rolling resistance and fuel economy (multiple wins; e.g., −4-13% RR vs. Hankook)
• Often shorter wet and snow braking (e.g., ADAC 2024 wet +6.4%, ice +6.7%)
• Lower external noise in most tests
• Competitive wet handling laps and straight-line aquaplaning performance

Hankook Kinergy 4S2

• Consistently shorter dry braking and better dry handling
• Superior curved aquaplaning resistance (large margins in 2021-2023)
• High projected mileage and low wear in recent tests (e.g., +45-101%)
• Balanced, precise steering feel and higher safety reserves

Real World Driver Reviews

Tire Reviews also collects real world driver reviews for the Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 and Hankook Kinergy 4S2.

In total the Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 has been reviewed 9 times and drivers have given the tire 84% overall.

The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 has been reviewed 47 times and drivers have given the tire 75% overall.

This means in real world driving, people prefer the Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02.

Conclusion

Across multiple test programs, Hankook Kinergy 4S2 proves the more rounded performer for everyday safety: shorter dry braking, more precise handling, and clearly better aquaplaning resistance tilt real-world confidence its way. Its recent wear results are a major differentiator-ADAC 2024 and Auto Bild 2023 project very long mileage-making it a strong value over the full life despite not always being the cheapest ticket.

Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 remains compelling if you prioritize low fuel consumption, quieter running, and strong braking on wet and snow at sensible speeds. However, it trails in dry stopping and curved aquaplaning, and several tests flag handling precision limits at the edge. In short: choose Hankook for the broadest safety margins and longevity, Firestone for efficiency and calm manners with decent winter braking.

Key Differences

• Overall results: Hankook leads 9 wins to 2 and higher average placements
• Dry safety: Hankook stops shorter in every shared dry braking result
• Aquaplaning: Hankook notably stronger in curved aquaplaning; Firestone only marginally ahead in straight-line in some sizes
• Wet balance: Firestone can brake shorter on wet (incl. concrete), but Hankook often scores better overall wet packages
• Winter mix: Firestone frequently edges snow braking/traction; Hankook more variable but still competitive
• Efficiency and comfort: Firestone has lower rolling resistance and noise; Hankook delivers far better recent mileage and higher subjective comfort

Overall Winner: Hankook Kinergy 4S2

Based on the tire test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 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.

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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.

Lots of other websites do this sort of tire comparison, Tire Reviews doesn't.