P8 of 11
Beat 30% of the field
Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 Test Results
Tested 2018 to 2021
3 publications
Tested 4 times by independent publications, the Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 averages a finish of 8th.
- 4Independent tests
- 0Test wins
- 0Podium finishes
- 8thAverage finish
- 48%Field beaten on average
- 3Publications
4 tests, 2018 to 2021
- Test win
- Second
- Third
- Average 48%
Record by discipline
Where the Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 finished in each measured discipline, across every test that measured it against at least two other tires. Field beaten is the share of the other tires it outranked in that measurement.
| Discipline | Tests | Avg finish | Field beaten | Firsts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | ||||
| Dry Braking | 4 | P7 of 14.5 | 55% | 1 |
| Dry Handling | 4 | P5.3 of 14.5 | 69% | - |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 1 | P1 of 12 | 100% | 1 |
| Wet | ||||
| Wet Braking | 4 | P3.3 of 14.5 | 82% | 1 |
| Wet Handling | 4 | P8 of 14.5 | 43% | - |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 1 | P6 of 12 | 55% | - |
| Straight Aqua | 2 | P10 of 11.5 | 15% | - |
| Snow | ||||
| Snow Braking | 1 | P12 of 12 | 0% | - |
| Snow Traction | 1 | P12 of 12 | 0% | - |
| Snow Handling | 1 | P12 of 12 | 0% | - |
| Subj. Snow Handling | 1 | P12 of 12 | 0% | - |
| Comfort | ||||
| Subj. Comfort | 1 | P3 of 12 | 82% | - |
| Noise | 3 | P3.7 of 15.3 | 80% | - |
| Tire Weight | 1 | P9 of 11 | 20% | - |
| Value | ||||
| Rolling Resistance | 2 | P2.5 of 11.5 | 85% | - |
Head-to-head record
Overall finishing position against the tires that have most often shared a test with the Hankook Kinergy Eco 2. Only tires tested alongside it at least three times are listed.
| Rival | Shared tests | Ahead | Behind | Level | Finished ahead |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Bridgestone Turanza T005
4 shared: 0 ahead, 4 behind
|
4 | 0 | 4 | - | 0% |
 Firestone RoadHawk
3 shared: 2 ahead, 1 behind
|
3 | 2 | 1 | - | 67% |
 Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance
3 shared: 1 ahead, 2 behind
|
3 | 1 | 2 | - | 33% |
 Continental Premium Contact 5
3 shared: 1 ahead, 2 behind
|
3 | 1 | 2 | - | 33% |
 Michelin Primacy 4
3 shared: 0 ahead, 3 behind
|
3 | 0 | 3 | - | 0% |
Against its own line
The same record for the tire it replaced and the tire that replaced it.
| Tire | Tests | Wins | Avg finish | Field beaten |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hankook K425 Kinergy Eco Predecessor | 15 | 0 | 7th | 64% |
| Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 This tire | 4 | 0 | 8th | 48% |
Performance Analysis
Drawn from 5 tests. Updated September 2, 2025.
Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 shows a balanced but mixed profile: competitive in wet braking and decent in objective dry control, with occasional strong overall finishes (4/18 in 2019, 5/17 in 2018). However, aquaplaning performance and dry braking consistency lag, and an all-season reference outing exposed very poor snow capability alongside weak wet handling/aquaplaning. Awards are absent and mid-pack to lower mid-pack results appear in tougher German tests, tempering its highs.
Overall, its standout trait is short wet braking across multiple tests, with respectable rolling resistance and value. Weaknesses include aquaplaning and winter/snow performance (in the all-season context), plus variable dry braking. The tire is serviceable for summer use with caution in heavy rain and unsuitable for snow.
Performance Strengths
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Wet Braking Performance
Strong
Details
- 2nd place wet braking in 2018 test (14.1 m, +4.4% from best)
- 4th place wet braking in 2019 test (15.3 m, +7% from best)
- 1st place wet braking in 2023 all season test (28.61 m)
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Objective Dry Handling/Control
Moderate
Details
- 6th place dry handling in 2019 test (42.2 km/h, +3% from best)
- 7th place dry handling in 2018 test (51 km/h, +8.9% from best)
- 3rd place dry handling in 2023 all season test (+0.7% from best)
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Noise/Comfort and Value/Efficiency
Moderate
Details
- 2nd place noise in 2019 test (61 dB, +1.7% from best)
- 5th place noise in 2018 test (59.7 dB, +3.3% from best)
- 3rd place rolling resistance in 2021 test (7.7 kg/t, +1.3% from best)
- Price 4/11 in 2021 (+15.4% from best), 2/12 in 2023
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Rolling resistance
Strong
in 2 of 2 tests
Details
low rolling resistance
- 2021 Sport Auto Summer Tire Test (2021)Very low fuel consumption
- 2019 ADAC Summer Tire Test - 185/65 R15 (2019)
Performance Weaknesses
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Aquaplaning Resistance and Wet Handling
Strong
Details
- Straight aquaplaning 11/12 in 2023 (+6.2% from best) with wet handling 11/12 (+6.3% from best)
- Straight aquaplaning 9/11 in 2021 (+5.3% from best)
- Wet handling 8/11 in 2021 (+3.2% from best)
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Dry Braking Consistency
Moderate
Details
- Dry braking 12/17 in 2018 (+13.6% from best)
- Dry braking 9/11 in 2021 (+6.4% from best)
- Despite 1/12 dry braking in 2023 reference, other tests show mid-pack or worse
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Winter/Snow Performance (All-Season Context)
Strong
Details
- Snow braking 12/12 (+114.7% from best) in 2023
- Snow traction 12/12 (+136.2% from best) in 2023
- Snow handling 12/12 (+40.3% from best) in 2023
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Overall Consistency in Comparative German Tests
Moderate
Details
- Overall 8/11 in 2021 Sport Auto
- Overall 14/16 in 2019 ADAC 185/65 R15
Do owners agree with the tests?
Every tester write-up on the Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 (2 tests) and 20 owner reviews were tagged for the aspects they judge. Where both have spoken, this is how they line up.
Where owners and testers agree
- Dry grip strength in 1 of 2 tests 7 praise, 2 criticise of 20 reviews · Read those reviews
Raised by owners, not by any test of this tire
- Value for money no test mentions it 5 praise, 1 criticise of 20 reviews · Read those reviews
Every test, newest first 4
Strong = top two of the field in that measurement. Weak = bottom two.
2021 1 test
2019 2 tests
P4 of 15
Beat 79% of the field
P14 of 16
Beat 13% of the field
2018 1 test
P5 of 16
Beat 69% of the field
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