Hankook Ventus Evo vs Maxxis Premitra HP6
- TR Score
- 9.4/10
- Owners say
- 86% · 24
- TR Score
- 8.2/10
- Owners say
- 65% · 3
In the 2 independent tests that ran both tires, the Hankook Ventus Evo finished ahead 2 times and the Premitra HP6 not once. The Ventus Evo stopped 6.3% shorter in the wet; the Premitra HP6 had 13.2% lower rolling resistance.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose the Hankook Ventus Evo if you want a genuinely sporty summer tire with standout wet braking and aquaplaning performance-ideal for fast road driving, mixed-weather summers, and drivers who value wet confidence. Choose the Maxxis Premitra HP6 if your priority is efficiency and comfort with decent overall performance, and you mainly drive in milder/drier conditions or want a budget-friendly tire that still feels sharp on dry roads.
Where the Ventus Evo is stronger
- Class-leading wet braking and wet handling across both shared tests (e.g., 27.66 m vs 29.53 m wet braking)
- Stronger aquaplaning resistance in straight and curved tests (78.8 km/h vs 74.6 km/h straight aquaplaning)
- More confidence-inspiring at the limit in the wet, reflected in very high subjective wet scores (8.7 vs 6.3)
Where the Premitra HP6 is stronger
- Better rolling resistance/efficiency in both tests (roughly 13% advantage), supporting lower fuel/energy use
- Slightly better comfort scores in both datasets (6.6 vs 6.5)
- Can be very quick on a dry handling circuit (wins one test: 72.83 s vs 73.48 s)
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.
Ventus Evo vs Premitra HP6 at a glance
| Category | Ventus Evo | Gap | Premitra HP6 |
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| Shared tests won2 shared tests | 2 | 0 | |
| Dry6 measurements | 4 | The Ventus Evo stopped 3.5% shorter in the dry (2 tests) | 1 |
| Wet11 measurements | 11 | The Ventus Evo stopped 6.3% shorter in the wet (2 tests) | 0 |
| Comfort4 measurements | 2 | Level between the two. | 2 |
| Value2 measurements | 0 | The Premitra HP6 had 13.2% lower rolling resistance (2 tests) | 2 |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.4/10 | The Ventus Evo by 1.2 | 8.2/10 |
| Owner rating24 and 3 reviews | 86% | The Ventus Evo by 21 points | 65% |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 106 | 18 sizes made in both | 56 |
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 2 tests in 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 | Ventus Evo | Field | Premitra HP6 |
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| 2026 Motor Summer Tire Test | P3 of 9 | P6 of 9 | |
| The BEST Summer Tires for 2026 Tested and Rated | P3 of 12 | P8 of 12 |
Performance profile
10 measurements from the 2 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Ventus Evo
Premitra HP6
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 92%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 3 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
Ventus Evo
Premitra HP6
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
Ventus Evo
Premitra HP6
Not ahead in any category
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the Ventus Evo 86% from 24 reviews and the Premitra HP6 65% from 3. 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.
| Measurement | Ventus Evo | Gap | Premitra HP6 | Wins | ||||||||
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| 122 | 3.5% | 127 | 2-0 | |||||||||
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| 73.84 | 0.1% | 73.77 | 1-1 | |||||||||
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| scored | 9.4% | scored | 1-0 | |||||||||
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| 116 | 6.3% | 124 | 2-0 | |||||||||
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| 69.8 | 3.2% | 72.1 | 2-0 | |||||||||
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| scored | 38.1% | scored | 1-0 | |||||||||
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| 1.7 | 4.4% | 1.6 | 1-0 | |||||||||
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| 12.18 | 2.6% | 12.5 | 1-0 | |||||||||
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| 49 | 5.6% | 46.4 | 2-0 | |||||||||
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| 12.6 | 4.3% | 12.1 | 2-0 | |||||||||
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| scored | 1.5% | scored | 0-2 | |||||||||
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| 67.75 | 1.7 dB | 69.45 | 2-0 | |||||||||
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| 4.86 | 13.2% | 4.22 | 0-2 | |||||||||
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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 Ventus Evo scores 9.4 and the Premitra HP6 8.2 out of 10.
| Ventus Evo | Category | Premitra HP6 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89 | Dry | 76 | ||
| 99 | Wet | 68 | ||
| 50 | Comfort | 18 | ||
| 47 | Value | 62 | ||
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
| Ventus Evo | Category | Premitra HP6 | ||
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| 9.3 | Dry Grip | 7 | ||
| 9.2 | Wet Grip | 7 | ||
| 8.3 | Road Feedback | 6 | ||
| 9 | Handling | 6.7 | ||
| 7.8 | Wear | 6 | ||
| 7.9 | Comfort | 7.3 | ||
Owners rate the Ventus Evo 86% from 24 reviews and the Premitra HP6 65% from 3. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Hankook Ventus Evo
- 86%from 24 reviews
- 78%would buy again
- 106,316 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners rate the Hankook Ventus Evo very highly overall, with most praising strong dry and wet grip that inspires confidence. A clear majority also highlight low road noise and a comfortable, compliant ride for an everyday performance tire. The main drawback is steering feel: around one in three owners say it lacks initial feedback or sharpness versus premium rivals, even if outright grip remains strong.
- Very strong dry grip
- Very strong wet grip
- Generally quiet at speed
- Comfortable, compliant ride
- Steering feel lacks feedback/initial bite for some drivers
- Can be a bit noisy on certain surfaces or at particular speeds
- Ride can feel slightly firm on low-profile fitments
Summarised by AI from 21 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 24 Ventus Evo reviewsI bought set of these in SUV version to replace OEM worn-out Bridgestone Dueller tires. The Hankooks were one of few options available in size for Lexus RX and the price was very good. Obviously, they are sport-biased, not intended for a comfortable relaxed SUV. Their grip both in dry and wet is perfect, steering precise. But, they are not the choice for maximum comfort and silence. Winter set (Conti 870P) in the same size are significantly quieter and more comfortable. However, these tires are a smart choice- good price, peak safety and also good wear- after 20000km stil about 4-5mm. I would buy them again, but not for RX.
Maxxis Premitra HP6
- 65%from 3 reviews
- 31,000 milesdriven by reviewers
All 3 Premitra HP6 reviewsTires are spongy, imprecise, indirect, and very unsporty on dry roads. They are quiet and save fuel. In wet conditions, they are average and completely okay. Despite AAA and BMW * approval, they do not fit a sporty front-wheel drive car like a Fiesta MH 155 HP. Very affordable and completely fine for everyday use. Sportiness compared to Continental PremiumContact 6 or Bridgestone Potenza Sport is non-existent.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 106 sizes of the Ventus Evo and 56 of the Premitra HP6, 18 of them made in both.
| Category | Ventus Evo | Premitra HP6 |
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| Season | Summer | Summer |
| Sizes made | 106 sizes, 17 to 22 inch | 56 sizes, 15 to 18 inch |
| Made in both | 18 sizes 205/45 R17205/55 R17215/45 R17225/45 R17225/50 R17225/55 R17225/60 R17245/45 R17215/40 R18225/40 R18225/45 R18225/55 R18and 6 more | |
| EU label wet grip | A97%B3% | A100% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C83%A10%B7%D1% | C89%B11% |
| EU label noise | 68-73 dB B76%A24% | 70-72 dB B100% |
| On the market since | - | 2024 |
| Replaced | Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 (2021) | - |
| Awards | Winner: Performance Tire of the Year (WhatTire, 2026/27) Winner: Performance Tire of the Year (WhatTire, 2025) | - |
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 is an interesting matchup because these two summer tires are aimed at slightly different buyers: the Hankook Ventus Evo is positioned as a max-performance summer tire, while the Maxxis Premitra HP6 is more of a touring-oriented summer option that still tries to deliver sporty manners. Both were tested in the same key size (225/45 R17) across two 2026 group tests, giving a solid like-for-like look at how they behave in the dry, the wet, and on efficiency/comfort metrics.
Across both tests, the pattern is consistent: the Hankook plays like a near-premium performance tire, repeatedly leading the wet discipline (braking, aquaplaning, and wet handling) and staying very competitive on dry roads. The Maxxis, meanwhile, looks like a value-focused all-rounder with one standout card-dry handling speed-plus better efficiency and slightly better comfort, but with noticeably less wet “trust” at and beyond the limit on subjective ratings.
Conclusion
If you care most about wet safety and confidence, the Hankook Ventus Evo is the clear winner in the data provided. It beats the Maxxis in wet braking by a meaningful margin in both tests (43.2 m vs 46.1 m; 27.66 m vs 29.53 m), and it also leads on wet handling and aquaplaning (straight aquaplaning 78.8 km/h vs 74.6 km/h in both datasets). Just as importantly, the professional feedback aligns with the numbers: the Hankook is described as confident and attackable at the limit in the wet, backed by a huge subjective wet-handling advantage in one test (8.7 vs 6.3).
The Maxxis Premitra HP6 makes the strongest case for drivers who prioritize running costs and day-to-day comfort, but still want some sporty edge. It's consistently better on rolling resistance (about 13% lower in both tests) and slightly ahead on comfort scoring (6.6 vs 6.5). It also managed a real headline result by going fastest on the dry handling course in one test (72.83 s vs 73.48 s). The trade-off is that it doesn't stop as strongly (dry braking loses in both tests) and, crucially, it inspires less confidence in the wet when pushed.
Practical takeaway: the Hankook is the smarter “do everything fast and safe” summer choice-especially for mixed weather, motorway spray, and spirited B-road driving-while the Maxxis is the pragmatic value pick if efficiency and comfort matter most and your driving style (and local climate) doesn't demand class-leading wet performance.
Ventus Evo vs Premitra HP6: your questions
Is the Hankook Ventus Evo or the Maxxis Premitra HP6 the better tire?
In the 2 independent tests that ran both tires, the Hankook Ventus Evo finished ahead 2 times and the Premitra HP6 not once. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Ventus Evo scores 9.4 and the Premitra HP6 8.2 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Ventus Evo or the Premitra HP6?
The Ventus Evo led 11 of the 11 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 6.3% shorter in the wet across 2 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The Ventus Evo led 4 of the 6 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 3.5% shorter in the dry across 2 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Premitra HP6 had 13.2% lower rolling resistance (2 tests). Owners rate wear 7.8/10 for the Ventus Evo and 6/10 for the Premitra HP6.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
The Ventus Evo was 1.7 dB quieter (2 tests). Owners rate comfort 7.9/10 for the Ventus Evo and 7.3/10 for the Premitra HP6.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Ventus Evo 86% from 24 reviews and the Premitra HP6 65% from 3.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Ventus Evo is made in 106 sizes (17 to 22 inch) and the Premitra HP6 in 56 (15 to 18 inch). 18 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Ventus Evo is graded A for wet grip and C for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Premitra HP6 A and C.
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Where this data comes from
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