Hankook Optimo 4S - Test Results

Test Statistics

8

Tests Completed

11^th

Average Position

3^rd

Best Result

50^th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

The Hankook Optimo 4S shows mixed, era-dependent performance. It achieved strong top-3 finishes in early all-season tests (2011-2012) and solid mid-pack results in winter-specific tests, suggesting balanced snow and cold-weather capability. However, its results deteriorate in later/all-season comparisons and it performs poorly in pure summer braking, indicating limitations in warm, wet/dry grip relative to newer rivals. Overall, it offers acceptable all-weather versatility for older benchmarks but struggles against modern competition, especially in summer-focused safety metrics.

Performance Strengths

All-Season Versatility (early-generation) Strong Details
• 3rd/10 in 2011 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
• 3rd/10 in 2012 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
Winter Performance (snow/cold conditions) Moderate Details
• 5th/9 in 2011 Auto Express Winter Tire Test
• 7th/10 in 2011 EVO Winter Tire Test

Performance Weaknesses

Summer Braking (dry/wet stopping) Strong Details
• 50th/54 in 2013 54 Tire Braking Test (wet and dry braking)
All-Season Competitiveness vs. newer rivals Strong Details
• 7th/9 in 2013 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test
• 7th/10 in 2014 All Season Tire Test
• 7th/7 in 2016 ADAC All Season Tire Test
Ride Comfort/Refinement Minor Details
• Article note: 'comparatively harsh ride' in 2011 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test