Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 vs Hankook Kinergy 4S2
- TR Score
- 9.4/10
- Owners say
- 79% · 44
- TR Score
- 8.9/10
- Owners say
- 75% · 72
In the 13 independent tests that ran both tires, the Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 finished ahead 8 times and the Kinergy 4S2 3 times, with 2 level. The Turanza All Season 6 stopped 5.8% shorter in the dry; the Kinergy 4S2 stopped 2.6% shorter on snow.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose the Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 if you want the strongest “real-world safety” emphasis-short dry/wet braking and strong aquaplaning performance for year-round motorway and rainy-climate use. Choose the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 if your priority is sharper handling feel and extra snow-stopping confidence, and you're comfortable with typically longer wet/dry braking and (in several tests) higher noise/rolling resistance.
Where the Turanza All Season 6 is stronger
- Consistently shorter dry braking across the test set (12-0 category advantage), often by ~4-10% (e.g., 38.0 m vs 42.2 m in Sport Auto 2024)
- Typically stronger wet braking and strong wet safety margins (9-2 wet-braking win record; e.g., 45.0 m vs 49.5 m in Auto Bild 2023)
- Frequent aquaplaning resistance wins (straight and curved), supporting stability in heavy rain at speed
Where the Kinergy 4S2 is stronger
- More often the quicker, more responsive handler on dry and wet circuits (7 dry-handling wins; 6 wet-handling wins), frequently with stronger subjective steering scores
- Stronger winter emphasis in the data, especially snow braking (9 snow-braking wins) and commonly competitive snow traction/handling
- Can deliver very strong wet lateral grip in some tests (wet circle and wet handling wins appear regularly)
The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
Turanza All Season 6 vs Kinergy 4S2 at a glance
| Category | Turanza All Season 6 | Gap | Kinergy 4S2 |
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| Shared tests won13 shared tests | 8 | 2 level | 3 |
| Dry27 measurements | 18 | The Turanza All Season 6 stopped 5.8% shorter in the dry (12 tests) | 9 |
| Wet56 measurements | 34 | The Turanza All Season 6 stopped 3.3% shorter in the wet (12 tests) | 20 |
| Snow44 measurements | 13 | The Kinergy 4S2 stopped 2.6% shorter on snow (11 tests) | 30 |
| Comfort18 measurements | 6 | 10 | |
| Value17 measurements | 11 | The Turanza All Season 6 had 5% lower rolling resistance (11 tests) | 5 |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.4/10 | The Turanza All Season 6 by 0.5 | 8.9/10 |
| Owner rating44 and 72 reviews | 79% | The Turanza All Season 6 by 4 points | 75% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 76% | The Turanza All Season 6 by 2 points | 74% |
| Pricein the 12 tests that listed prices | +10.6% | The Turanza All Season 6 was dearer in 9 of 12 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 105 | 61 sizes made in both | 96 |
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 13 tests, 2023 to 2026
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 | Turanza All Season 6 | Field | Kinergy 4S2 |
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| 2026 AMS All Season Tire Test - 195/55 R16 | P5 of 9 | P7 of 9 | |
| 2026 Auto Zeitung All Season Tire Test | P5 of 10 | P6 of 10 | |
| The BEST All Season Tires For 2026/27 | P5 of 10 | P7 of 10 | |
| 2026 Die Reifentester All Season Tire Test - 225/40 R18 | P5 of 9 | P5 of 9 | |
| 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tire Test | P2 of 10 | P2 of 10 | |
| 2025 Autobild SUV All Season Tire Test | P2 of 11 | P3 of 11 | |
| 2025 AutoBild All Season Tire Test | P6 of 15 | P5 of 15 | |
| 2025 Auto Bild All Season Camper Van Tire Test | P3 of 9 | P6 of 9 | |
| 2024 Sport Auto All Season Tire Test | P3 of 6 | P2 of 6 | |
| 2024 Auto Express All Season Tire Test | P2 of 7 | P4 of 7 | |
| 2024 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tire Test | P4 of 10 | P2 of 10 | |
| 2023 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test | P3 of 16 | P8 of 16 | |
| 2023 All Season Tire 35 Set Shootout | P1 of 35 | P13 of 35 |
Performance profile
22 measurements from the 13 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Turanza All Season 6
Kinergy 4S2
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. 8 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
Turanza All Season 6
Kinergy 4S2
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
Turanza All Season 6
Kinergy 4S2
Not ahead in any category
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the Turanza All Season 6 79% from 44 reviews and the Kinergy 4S2 75% from 72. 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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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 Turanza All Season 6 scores 9.4 and the Kinergy 4S2 8.9 out of 10.
| Turanza All Season 6 | Category | Kinergy 4S2 | ||
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| 96 | Dry | 80 | ||
| 93 | Wet | 85 | ||
| 34 | Comfort | 43 | ||
| 58 | Value | 42 | ||
| 64 | Snow | 74 | ||
| 21 | Ice | 25 | ||
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
| Turanza All Season 6 | Category | Kinergy 4S2 | ||
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| 8.8 | Dry Grip | 8.1 | ||
| 8.7 | Wet Grip | 8 | ||
| 7.6 | Road Feedback | 7.1 | ||
| 7.9 | Handling | 7.4 | ||
| 8.4 | Wear | 7.6 | ||
| 7.7 | Comfort | 7.3 | ||
| 7.6 | Snow Grip | 7.5 | ||
| 7.3 | Ice Grip | 6.5 | ||
Owners rate the Turanza All Season 6 79% from 44 reviews and the Kinergy 4S2 75% from 72. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- 79%from 44 reviews
- 76%would buy again
- 393,509 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners broadly rate the Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 as a very safe, summer-leaning all-season tire, with a clear consensus around strong wet grip (mentioned by over half of reviewers) and similarly impressive dry grip. Snow traction is generally described as capable for occasional winter use, and around a third of owners also report encouraging tread life. The main drawbacks are feel and efficiency: around one in four owners complain of numb steering feedback and a similar share report higher rolling resistance/fuel consumption, while road noise is divisive with near-even praise and criticism.
- Very strong wet grip and confidence in heavy rain
- High dry grip that feels close to a summer tire
- Capable snow traction for light to moderate winter conditions
- Good tread life for year-round use
- Numb steering feel and limited feedback near the limit
- Higher rolling resistance and a noticeable fuel economy hit for some
- Road noise can be intrusive on certain surfaces, despite others finding it quiet
Summarised by AI from 43 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 44 Turanza All Season 6 reviewsNow nearly 2 years and 20k miles in. These tires are still as good as they were new and tread has only dropped to 5-6mm all round, suggesting >40,000 miles a set which is more than the OE Pirelli P7 summer tires managed. Have experienced winter slush and light snow without any grip issues, when the car felt stable and safe, but as I live on the south coast with regular trips to family in Yorkshire, they don’t need to be a dedicated winter tire. Economy unchanged around 45mpg overall, 50mpg on a motorway run. For my use, these have been very impressive and I would be happy to replace them with another set, although there may be even better choices in 3 years when these should be just about done.
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.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 105 sizes of the Turanza All Season 6 and 96 of the Kinergy 4S2, 61 of them made in both.
| Category | Turanza All Season 6 | Kinergy 4S2 |
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| Season | All Season | All Season |
| Sizes made | 105 sizes, 16 to 21 inch | 96 sizes, 14 to 20 inch |
| Made in both | 61 sizes 185/50 R16185/55 R16195/45 R16195/50 R16195/55 R16195/60 R16205/45 R16205/55 R16205/60 R16215/45 R16215/55 R16215/60 R16and 49 more | |
| EU label wet grip | B100% | B96%C4% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C73%B16%D11% | C78%D22%B1% |
| EU label noise | 70-72 dB B100% | 70-73 dB B100% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 163 of 166 | 194 of 194 |
| On the market since | 2023 | - |
| Replaced | Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO (2020) | Hankook Kinergy 4S (2021) |
| Awards | Highly Recommended: Best All Season Tires for SUVs (DriverReviews, 2026/27) | - |
| Price in the shared tests | The Turanza All Season 6 was the dearer tire in 9 of the 12 tests that listed prices, by 10.6% 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.
Both of these tires sit in the same “premium-touring all-season” space, but the shared tests show they approach the brief differently. The Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 tends to behave like a road-first all-season with strong braking and high wet-weather security, while the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 often feels like the more handling-led (and frequently more winter-leaning) option-especially where snow braking and traction matter.
Across 13 shared professional comparisons (multiple sizes, including hatchback, sporty, and SUV fitments), the headline pattern is consistent: Bridgestone repeatedly wins the critical stopping-distance metrics on dry and wet (12-0 in dry braking wins, 9-2 in wet braking wins), whereas Hankook more often takes the dynamic laps (7-3 in dry handling wins; 6-4 in wet handling wins) and dominates snow braking overall (9-1). The interesting part is that the “why” changes by test: sometimes it's the Hankook's older-design efficiency and refinement deficits, other times it's the Bridgestone's snow-capability ceiling.
Conclusion
Looking across the shared results, the Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 is the safer, more confidence-inspiring pick for drivers who prioritize stopping power and wet-road security. The margins are not trivial: examples include 2025 Auto Bild All Season wet braking (45.0 m vs 49.2 m) and 2023 Auto Bild wet braking (45.0 m vs 49.5 m), and dry braking advantages regularly sit around 4-10% (e.g., 2024 Sport Auto 38.0 m vs 42.2 m; 2026 Auto Zeitung 37.5 m vs 39.4 m). It also frequently pairs this with strong aquaplaning resistance (many straight/curved aquaplaning wins), and in some tests it offers notably lower running costs via rolling resistance and/or wear (e.g., 2026 Auto Zeitung: 7.7 vs 8.7 kg/t rolling resistance and 50,250 km vs 43,000 km wear; plus better value-per-1000 km in that test).
The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 makes most sense for buyers who value steering feel and “lap-time” composure (often edging wet/dry handling and subjective steering), and for those who regularly see snow and want extra braking/traction margin there. It's repeatedly the stronger snow stopper (9 snow-braking wins), and can be a very credible winter-biased all-season in several reports. The trade-off is that it's more likely to give away emergency-braking distance on wet/dry asphalt and, depending on the test, can be behind on efficiency/refinement (several tests flag higher rolling resistance and/or noise, consistent with an older pattern).
Practical takeaway: if your all-season has to be a “do-everyday safety tire” in mixed rain/dry motorway use, the Bridgestone's braking-led profile is hard to argue against. If your priority is driver enjoyment and extra winter stopping ability-and you accept that some wet/dry braking results won't be class-leading-the Hankook remains a compelling, often better-value alternative.
Turanza All Season 6 vs Kinergy 4S2: your questions
Is the Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 or the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 the better tire?
In the 13 independent tests that ran both tires, the Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 finished ahead 8 times and the Kinergy 4S2 3 times, with 2 level. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Turanza All Season 6 scores 9.4 and the Kinergy 4S2 8.9 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Turanza All Season 6 or the Kinergy 4S2?
The Turanza All Season 6 led 34 of the 56 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 3.3% shorter in the wet across 12 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The Turanza All Season 6 led 18 of the 27 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 5.8% shorter in the dry across 12 tests.
Which is better in snow?
The Kinergy 4S2 led 30 of the 44 snow measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 2.6% shorter on snow across 11 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Turanza All Season 6 lasted 0.8% longer in the wear tests (3 tests) and had 5% lower rolling resistance (11 tests). Owners rate wear 8.4/10 for the Turanza All Season 6 and 7.6/10 for the Kinergy 4S2.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 7.7/10 for the Turanza All Season 6 and 7.3/10 for the Kinergy 4S2.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Turanza All Season 6 79% from 44 reviews and the Kinergy 4S2 75% from 72. 76% of Turanza All Season 6 owners would buy it again, against 74% for the Kinergy 4S2.
Which is more expensive?
In the 12 tests that listed prices, the Turanza All Season 6 was the dearer tire in 9 of them, by 10.6% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Turanza All Season 6 is made in 105 sizes (16 to 21 inch) and the Kinergy 4S2 in 96 (14 to 20 inch). 61 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Turanza All Season 6 is graded B for wet grip and C for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Kinergy 4S2 B and C.
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