Hankook Ventus Evo - Test Results

Test Statistics

3

Tests Completed

3rd

Average Position

3rd

Best Result

4th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

Hankook Ventus Evo - Official Image

Hankook Ventus Evo delivers consistently strong all-round performance with standout wet grip and high-speed handling, translating to top-tier overall finishes (3rd/9, 4th/21, 3rd/52; average 3.3). It repeatedly tops wet braking and excels in wet handling/aquaplaning while matching the fastest dry handling lap once, indicating a balanced, confidence-inspiring dynamic. Comfort scores are excellent and efficiency/wear are above average. Main trade-offs are mediocre dry braking/handling in one test, wet circle variability, and only mid-pack rolling resistance/noise at times.

Performance Strengths
  • Wet Weather Performance Strong
    • 1st/52 wet braking 27.4 m in 2025 Shootout
    • 1st/21 wet braking 42.7 m in 2025 Auto Bild
    • 3rd/21 wet handling +0.5% from best in 2025 Auto Bild
    • 2nd/9 wet handling +0.2% from best in 2025 Auto Express
  • Aquaplaning Resistance Strong
    • 1st/9 curved aquaplaning in 2025 Auto Express
    • 2nd/9 straight aquaplaning +1.7% from best in 2025 Auto Express
    • 5th/20 straight aquaplaning +0.9% from best in 2025 Auto Bild
  • Dry Handling Performance Moderate
    • 1st/21 dry handling 120.9 km/h in 2025 Auto Bild (shared fastest)
    • Average overall positions 3/9, 4/21 supported by strong dynamics
  • Comfort/Subjective Refinement Moderate
    • 1st/20 subjective comfort in 2025 Auto Bild
    • 2nd/9 subjective noise +4% from best in 2025 Auto Express
  • Efficiency and Wear Moderate
    • 6th/20 wear (+23.3% from best) in 2025 Auto Bild
    • 5th/20 rolling resistance (+13.9% from best) in 2025 Auto Bild
Performance Weaknesses
  • Dry Braking and Dry Handling Consistency Moderate
    • 6th/9 dry braking (+7.1%) and 7th/9 dry handling (+1.3%) in 2025 Auto Express
    • 6th/21 dry braking (+4.3%) in 2025 Auto Bild
  • Wet Circle/Curved Grip Variability Moderate
    • 7th/9 wet circle (+1.8%) in 2025 Auto Express
    • 2nd/21 wet circle (+0.4%) but 8th/20 curved aquaplaning (+8.7%) in 2025 Auto Bild
  • Noise and Value Competitiveness Minor
    • 9th/20 noise (+2.5% from best) in 2025 Auto Bild
    • 8th/20 value (+37.7% from best) in 2025 Auto Bild
Performance Over Time

Test History

3
of 9
2025 Auto Express Summer Tire Test

2025
Winner: Pirelli P Zero PZ5

The new Hankook impressed with consistently strong wet-weather performance, earning third overall despite no outright wins. It was within a metre of the leader in wet braking and excelled on the we...
Strong:
Subj. Noise, Curved Aquaplaning, Straight Aqua, Wet Handling
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4
of 21
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test

2025
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

The Hankook Ventus Evo K137 delivered convincing driving dynamics with secure handling and the shortest braking distances in wet conditions at 42.7 meters from 100 km/h. It performed excellently in...
Strong:
Subj. Comfort, Dry Handling, Wet Braking, Wet Circle
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3
of 52
2025 Summer Tire Test Shootout

2025
Winner: Bridgestone Potenza Sport

Strong:
Wet Braking
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