Bridgestone Turanza 6 vs Hankook Ventus Prime 4
On the road, the headline tension is clear: the Hankook often posts very competitive braking numbers (especially dry) and can feel more “alive” in steering, but it's more variable when conditions get difficult-particularly in ADAC's wet-handling/safety assessments. The Bridgestone, by contrast, consistently pairs strong aquaplaning/straight-line wet security with standout efficiency and, in multiple tests, significantly better predicted mileage-yet it's also repeatedly flagged for less precise steering/limit behavior than the very best tires.
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 six tests which compare both tires directly!
| Tire | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgestone Turanza 6 | five | |
| Hankook Ventus Prime 4 | one |
While it might look like the Bridgestone Turanza 6 is better than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 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
- Very strong projected mileage/tread life in multiple tests (e.g., 55,600 km vs 44,700 in ADAC 2026; 34,400 km vs 26,250 in AutoBild 2024)
- Stronger aquaplaning resistance overall, especially straight-line (e.g., ADAC 2026: 77.2 vs 72.9 km/h; AutoBild 2024: 84.5 vs 81.3 km/h)
- Efficiency-focused package: repeatedly low rolling resistance and good fuel consumption results (notably highlighted as best-in-test rolling resistance in the 2025 combined test)
- Generally quieter/comfort-leaning results in several tests (wins on subjective noise in 2025; slight edge on noise in ADAC 2024 and the SUV test)
- Frequently shorter dry braking distances (won 4/6 shared dry-braking comparisons; e.g., AutoBild 2024: 35.9 m vs 36.9 m)
- Often strong wet braking results on asphalt/concrete in several tests (won 4/6 wet-braking comparisons overall; e.g., ADAC 2024: 32.8 m vs 34.6 m)
- Better upfront value: consistently lower purchase price and stronger value metrics where reported (e.g., AutoBild 2024: 300 vs 405; ADAC 2024 value 2.77 vs 3.53)
- Engaging/pleasant steering feel noted in qualitative reviews, with good grip on dry roads and decent lateral grip on wet in non-ADAC sources
Dry Braking
Looking at data from six tire tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during four dry braking tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 stopped the vehicle in 1.5% less distance than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Dry Braking: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during one dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was 0.46% faster around a lap than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 and Hankook Ventus Prime 4 performed equally well in subj. dry handling tests.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Both tires performed equally well
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from six tire tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during four wet braking tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 stopped the vehicle in 0.85% less distance than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Wet Braking: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 stopped the vehicle in 1.35% less distance than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during one wet handling [s] tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was 0.51% faster around a wet lap than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during two wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was 0.87% faster around a wet lap than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 and Hankook Ventus Prime 4 performed equally well in subj. wet handling tests.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Both tires performed equally well
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 had 3.66% higher lateral wet grip than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Wet Circle: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during four straight aqua tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 floated at a 2.99% higher speed than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Straight Aqua: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from four tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during two curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 slipped out at a 4.4% higher speed than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Gravel Traction
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during one gravel traction tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 had 5.55% better traction on gravel than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Gravel Traction: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Dirt Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during one dirt handling [km/h] tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was 1.2% faster around a lap than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Dirt Handling [Km/H]: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Sand Traction
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during one sand traction tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 had 0.5% better traction in sand than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Sand Traction: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Grass Traction
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during one grass traction tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 had 6% better traction on grass than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Grass Traction: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Mud Traction
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during one mud traction tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 had 4.33% better traction in mud than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Mud Traction: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Subj. Noise
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during one subj. noise tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 scored 20% more points than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Subj. Noise: Bridgestone Turanza 6
See how the Subj. Noise winner was calculated >>
Noise
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during two noise tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 measured 0.1% quieter than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Noise: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Wear
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during two wear tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 is predicted to cover 12.36% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Wear: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Value
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during one value tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 proved to have a 2.89% better value based on price/1000km than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Value: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Price
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during three price tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 cost 19.32% less than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Price: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during two rolling resistance tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 had a 1.16% lower rolling resistance than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Bridgestone Turanza 6
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during one fuel consumption tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 used 0.89% less fuel than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Abrasion
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 emitted 3.81% less particle wear matter than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Abrasion: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Real World Driver Reviews
Bridgestone Turanza 6 Driver Reviews
Most drivers rate the Bridgestone Turanza 6 highly for its excellent wet grip and braking, very low noise levels, comfortable ride, and improved fuel economy, often noting strong aquaplaning resistance and confidence in heavy rain. Dry grip is generally good for a touring tire, but the softer sidewalls can make steering feel less precise, with some reports of floatiness, understeer, and reduced feedback at higher speeds. A minority mention faster or uneven wear and occasional noise increase over time, but these are not dominant trends. Overall, the Turanza 6 suits drivers prioritizing comfort, quietness, and wet-weather security over sporty handling feel.
Based on 48 reviews with an average rating of 79%
Hankook Ventus Prime 4 Driver Reviews
Most drivers rate the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 highly for its quiet, comfortable ride, strong dry grip, confident wet performance (especially when new), and excellent value versus premium rivals. Handling stability and braking inspire confidence across varied conditions, with many noting a step up in refinement and noise compared to previous tires. A recurring downside is faster-than-expected wear, with multiple reports of wet grip and overall performance declining as tread depth drops, alongside noise increasing as the tire ages. Overall sentiment is strongly positive, with durability-related concerns being the main caveat.
Based on 75 reviews with an average rating of 82%
Conclusion
Hankook Ventus Prime 4 makes a strong case for buyers prioritising upfront value and competitive braking performance. It repeatedly edges dry braking (won 4 of the shared dry-braking comparisons) and is often right there on wet braking too, plus it tends to be cheaper (e.g., AutoBild 2024: 300 vs 405; ADAC 2024: 138 vs 169). The catch is consistency in demanding wet dynamics: ADAC's write-ups in both 2024 and 2026 specifically call out wet-performance deficits/only satisfactory wet handling, which can matter more than small braking deltas in real-world rain.
Practical takeaway: if you want a tire that “goes the distance” with strong rain security and low running costs, Turanza 6 is the safer bet. If you want strong braking performance per euro and can accept more variability in wet handling (and typically shorter tread life in some tests), Ventus Prime 4 remains a compelling value-led premium-touring choice.
Key Differences
- Overall rankings favor the Bridgestone more often (e.g., AutoBild 2024: 3/21 vs 7/21; ADAC 2026: 6/16 vs 11/16), suggesting stronger all-round consistency despite Hankook's point wins in braking
- Braking vs stability trade: Hankook more often wins dry braking, while Bridgestone more often wins aquaplaning metrics-important for heavy rain and motorway standing water
- Longevity split is meaningful in several datasets: Turanza 6 can deliver ~24-31% more predicted mileage (ADAC 2026 and AutoBild 2024), though ADAC 2024 shows a small Hankook edge (49,900 vs 47,900)
- Cost equation: Ventus Prime 4 is typically cheaper by ~15-26% in listed prices, but Turanza 6 can claw back value through longer wear depending on your annual mileage
- Efficiency/EV suitability leans Bridgestone: lower rolling resistance is a repeated theme (including “best in test” callout in 2025), whereas Hankook is sometimes penalised for rolling resistance/noise in qualitative scoring
- Wet-limit behavior in ADAC commentary differs: Hankook is repeatedly described as weak/satisfactory in wet handling integration, while Bridgestone's critiques focus more on steering precision/heat sensitivity than outright wet braking
Overall Winner: Bridgestone Turanza 6
Based on the tire test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 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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