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215-315/30-65 R17-22 68 sizes 2021

Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV

Hankook Tires Ultra High Performance Summer

The Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV is a Ultra High Performance Summer tire designed to be fitted to SUV and 4x4s.

9.3
Tire Reviews Score Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews
Medium Confidence View Breakdown
Dry Grip
88%
Wet Grip
86%
Road Feedback
79%
Handling
80%
Wear
76%
Comfort
79%
Buy again
83%
18 Reviews
81% Average
354,176 miles driven
4 Tests (avg: 5th)
Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV

Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV

Summer Premium
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9.3 / 10
Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews · Medium Confidence · Updated 23 Feb 2026

The Tire Reviews Score is the most comprehensive tire scoring system available. It aggregates professional test data from multiple independent publications, user reviews, and consistency analysis using Bayesian statistical methods, weighted normalisation, and recency-adjusted scoring to produce a single, reliable performance rating.

Learn more about our methodology
Category Scores
Wet
82.2
2x / 4 tests
Dry
72.2
1.8x / 4 tests
Cross-Category Performance

Cross-category scores are derived metrics that combine data from multiple test disciplines to evaluate real-world performance characteristics.

Braking
80.2
4 tests
Handling
74.5
4 tests
Score Components
Professional Tests
Weight: 80%
Tests: 4
Publications: 3
Period: 2016 - 2019
User Reviews
Weight: 15%
Reviews: 18
Avg Rating: 81.4%
Min Required: 5
Consistency
Weight: 5%
Score Std Dev: 0.41
History Points: 10
Methodology & Configuration
Scoring Process
  1. Collect Test Data: Gather results from professional tire tests across multiple publications. Minimum 1 test(s) required.
  2. Normalize Positions: Convert test positions to percentile scores using exponential weighting (factor: 1.2).
  3. Apply Recency Weighting: More recent tests are weighted higher with a decay rate of 0.95.
  4. Incorporate User Reviews: Factor in user review data (minimum 5 reviews). Weight: 15%.
  5. Bayesian Smoothing: Apply Bayesian prior (score: 7, weight: 1.5) to prevent extreme scores with limited data.
  6. Calculate Final Score: Combine all components using normalization factor of 1.1. Max score with limited data: 9.5.
Component Weights
Test Data
80%
User Reviews
15%
Consistency
5%
All Configuration Parameters
ParameterValueDescription
safety_weight 0.7 Weight multiplier for safety-related metrics
performance_weight 0.55 Weight multiplier for performance metrics
comfort_weight 0.4 Weight multiplier for comfort metrics
value_weight 0.45 Weight multiplier for value-for-money metrics
user_reviews_weight 0.15 How much user reviews contribute to the final score
test_data_weight 0.8 How much professional test data contributes to the final score
consistency_weight 0.05 How much score consistency contributes to the final score
recency_decay_rate 0.95 Rate at which older test results lose influence (higher = slower decay)
min_test_count 1 Minimum number of professional tests required
min_review_count 5 Minimum number of user reviews required
score_version 1.9 Current version of the scoring algorithm
score_normalization_factor 1.1 Factor used to normalize raw scores to the 0-10 scale
confidence_factor_weight 0.2 How much data confidence affects the final score
position_penalty_weight 0.2 Penalty applied for poor test positions
gap_penalty_threshold 12 Score gap (%) that triggers additional penalties
min_metrics_count 2 Minimum number of test metrics needed per test
limited_data_threshold 2 Number of tests below which data is considered limited
single_test_penalty 0.75 Score multiplier when only one test is available
critical_metric_penalty 0.7 Penalty for poor performance on critical safety metrics
critical_metric_threshold 70 Score below which a critical metric penalty applies
position_exponential_factor 1.2 Exponent used to amplify position-based scoring
position_exponential_threshold 0.9 Position percentile below which exponential scoring applies
gap_multiplier_critical 3 Multiplier for critical gap penalties
max_category_weight 2 Maximum weight any single category can have
max_score_limited_data 9.5 Score cap when data is limited
bayesian_prior_weight 1.5 Weight of the Bayesian prior in smoothing
bayesian_prior_score 7 Prior score used for Bayesian smoothing
evidence_test_multiplier 1.9 Multiplier for test evidence in confidence calculation
evidence_metric_divisor 3 Divisor for metric count in evidence calculation
evidence_review_divisor 10 Divisor for review count in evidence calculation
combined_penalty_floor 0.2
Data Sources
TestPublicationDateSizePositionMetrics
2019 Auto Express SUV Tire Test Auto Express 2019 235/50 R18 6/8 0 metrics
2017 Summer SUV Tire Test Vi Bilagare 2017 235/50 R18 3/5 4 metrics
2017 Auto Bild Summer SUV Tire Test Auto Bild Allrad 2017 235/50 R18 2/10 4 metrics
2016 Autobild 4x4 / SUV Tire Test Auto Bild Allrad 2016 255/55 R19 7/7 0 metrics
All Tests
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Tests
5th
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2nd
Best
7th
Worst
Latest Tire Test Results
2019 Auto Express SUV Tire Test
235/50 R18 • 2019
6th/8
Low noise and good in the wet, the dry grip could do with improving.
2017 Auto Bild Summer SUV Tire Test
235/50 R18 • 2017
2nd/10
The best resistance to aquaplaning, high braking performance, high grip on wet surfaces, good results on dry roads
Average comfort, high rolling resistance
2017 Summer SUV Tire Test
235/50 R18 • 2017
3rd/5
A very well balanced all round tire, highest resistance to aquaplaning, excellent grip and behaviour in the dry and wet, low fuel consumption, most comfortable tire on test. Only lost out to two more expensive tires
None mentioned
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Show All Summer Ultra High Performance tires
Size Fuel Wet Noise
17 inch
235/65R17 104 V B B 70
235/65R17 108 V XL B C 70
235/65R17 104 W C C 70
18 inch
235/60R18 103 V B B 70
235/60R18 103 W D A 71
235/60R18 103 W C B 69
235/60R18 103 W C A 72
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Questions and Answers for the Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV

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December 2, 2018

I drive a Porsche Macan S 2016. I am looking for summer tire in 19". I found a document from Porsche recommending the Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 2. But they do not specify the SUV model. Which model should I actually get ? Do I need the Hankook Ventus S1 Evo SUV or the Hankook Ventus S1 Evo will do ?

As long as the tire meets the correct size and load rating, you can use either. On a sporty SUV like the Mecan I imagine both will be suitable.
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Top 3 Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV Reviews

Given 83% while driving a Volkswagen Tiguan (215/65 R17) on for 80,000 miles
I have driven 80,000 km, road holding is very good. I think it could have been quieter in terms of noise.
Helpful 867
November 12, 2024
Given 96% while driving a Volvo Xc90 r design polstar upgrade (255/50 R19) on a combination of roads for 20 easy going miles
Such a nice tire. I had them on my Volvo XC 90 with polestar upgrade. I didnt take corners as maniac but i could feel that they have great grip on dry and wet. Aquaplaning was never issue with them. I never had any kind of slippage dry or wet no meter if i braked with great force. Would definitively buy them again even taking in account it is an old tire now.
Helpful 502
August 25, 2025
Given 90% while driving a Volkswagen Tiguan (235/55 R18) on a combination of roads for 40,000 spirited miles
Great set of tires! They have everything you would want from your tires. Excellent comfort and excellent handling. In heavy downpours it is never phased. Very impressive and confidence inspiring tires. Would highly recommend . Can't wait to get my hands on the latest s1evo3s considering how well it's predecessor performed
Helpful 901
July 13, 2023

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Latest Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV Reviews

Initial Impressions Review
Given 79% while driving a Volkswagen Tiguan (225/45 R17) on for 6,500 miles
Cant expect miles of wear when I drive a SUV tire in track/racing conditions, if you like high performance cornering, beware of sidewall and outer edge wear, other than that its been a great tire and i would consider buying again for the price. Has had a rough life in both rain, dry and even ice, and plenty of wheelspins, powerslides, and understeer hopping but it cant be everything all at once. Highly reccomend for people who want a good performing tire.
Helpful 48
January 17, 2026
Given 81% while driving a Audi Q5 (235/60 R18) on a combination of roads for 26,000 average miles
These SUV designated tires were audi oe on 2019 Q5 40 tdi. They have been good tires feeling safe in all conditions driven. They have lasted 26000 average driven mixed miles with the outer block now worn out with no groove left. The remaining 75% of the tire is just about on the wear marker. There are cracks appearing between some grooves now so we are getting the same again. All four to change as rotated tires and all have now lost outer blocks due to front wear. Have read that increasing tire pressure a bit can reduce outer block wear on audis so may try that.
Helpful 958
April 17, 2023
Given 96% while driving a Volkswagen Tiguan SE Nav 2.0 TDI 150PS 2WD 6spd Man (235/50 R19) on mostly country roads for 34,500 easy going miles
Just changed front two tires on 2019 Tiguan. 34500 miles covered. Rear tires still only half worn.
Helpful 899
March 1, 2023
Given 87% while driving a Volkswagen (B8) 1.4 TSI (150 Hp) DSG ACT (235/55 R18) on a combination of roads for 40,000 spirited miles
Amazing tires. Great in both wet and dry conditions. Handles well with superb roadfeedback. Also comfortable at the same time. No other words than to say hankook has nailed it with this model.
Helpful 832
December 25, 2022
Volkswagen (235/55 R18) on mostly motorways for 0 easy going miles
Done 33,000 km. Maybe another 6,000 km
Helpful 890
March 26, 2022
Given 81% while driving a Audi Q7 (285/35 R22) on a combination of roads for 10,000 average miles
For the price these are a great tire, fitter was surprised they were Audi original equipment but they are a good tire in the dry and the wet, manage to keep my Q7 safe on the road without complaining. They are not very good in snow but they don’t claim to be and are a summer tire. Massive rim protector too which is a bonus with 22s. At around £100 a corner cheaper than the big names, I cannot fault these.
Helpful 861
October 26, 2021
Audi (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 20,156 average miles
used these tires on the Q7 for over 20k now, still have over 4.0 MM left on the rear tires, although the fronts are ready to replace.
Helpful 943
August 21, 2020
Given 80% while driving a Audi Q7 (285/35 R22 W) on mostly motorways for 26,000 average miles
26.000 miles and still enough on all 4 tires to do another 4300 miles, The tires came on a newly bought audi.
to my great surprise the tires a very comfortable, little road noise even not on cobblestone, good grip in rainy weather and enough grip when dry to keep up the pace. Wear &tear much better then expected. will buy this tire again.
Helpful 911
February 9, 2019
Given 90% while driving a Volvo XC90 (2) D5 momentum (275/45 R20) on a combination of roads for 15,000 average miles
15000 miles and rear tires still 3my. For a very heavy car that's really. These are much cheaper than Continentals ( even cheaper than VOL ones!) and I can't tell the difference. Would buy again from my independent tire dealer
Helpful 861
September 22, 2018
Given 54% while driving a Rover Range Rover Sport (220/45 R21) on mostly town for 9,000 easy going miles
Put the Hankook Ventus on my Range Rover sport from tire specialist advice and got 9000km before tires were destroyed. Hankook have washed there hands on the matter. Never buy Hankook again there warranty and backup service is disgusting.
Helpful 578
March 27, 2018
Given 70% while driving a Kia Motors Sportage (245/45 R19 V) on a combination of roads for 14,000 average miles
Installed from new. Fronts changed at 14K, Was very disappointed with the wear and life.
Helpful 667
March 11, 2018
Given 87% while driving a Volvo XC90 (2) D5 momentum (275/45 R20 W) on a combination of roads for 6,000 average miles
6000lbs car needs good rubber. These are better than the Continentals from the factory. Better grip and less noise. So far (6000miles) have good wearing qualities.
Helpful 593
March 8, 2018
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