Tested 1 times by independent publications, the Hankook Ventus Air S averages a finish of 4th.
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The Hankook Ventus Air S finished fourth overall and is a strong stopper let down by its ride. The braking is premium-grade, but the harsh comfort and limited cornering margin keep it off the podium.
Where the Hankook Ventus Air S 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 | 1 | P2 of 9 | 88% | - |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 1 | P7 of 9 | 25% | - |
| Dry Circle Speed | 1 | P8 of 9 | 13% | - |
| Wet | ||||
| Wet Braking | 1 | P3 of 9 | 75% | - |
| Comfort | ||||
| Subj. Comfort | 1 | P8 of 9 | 13% | - |
| Subj. Noise | 1 | P3 of 9 | 75% | - |
| Noise | 1 | P4 of 9 | 63% | - |
Strong = top two of the field in that measurement. Weak = bottom two.
The Hankook Ventus Air S finished fourth overall and is a strong stopper let down by its ride. The braking is premium-grade, but the harsh comfort and limited cornering margin keep it off the podium.
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