Hankook Winter i cept evo3
WatchThe Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 is a sporty, confidence-inspiring ultra high performance winter tire that consistently delivers strong safety margins in the conditions that matter most. It stands out for excellent aquaplaning resistance and very capable snow braking and traction, giving reassuring stability in wet, slushy and wintry weather. For many drivers it feels predictable and secure, with respectable dry-road handling for a winter tire and a compelling price-to-performance balance. The main compromise is refinement, with road noise more commonly reported than on some premium rivals.
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| Size | Fuel | Wet | Noise |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 inch | |||
| 225/60R17 99 H | C | B | 72 |
| 225/60R17 99 H | C | B | 72 |
| 225/60R17 103 V XL | C | B | 72 |
| 225/60R17 99 H | C | B | 70 |
| 225/60R17 99 H | C | B | 72 |
| 18 inch | |||
| 225/40R18 92 V XL | D | B | 72 |
| 225/40R18 92 V XL | D | B | 72 |
| 245/45R18 100 V XL | D | B | 72 |
| 245/40R18 97 V XL | C | B | 72 |
| 255/35R18 94 V XL | D | B | 73 |
| 245/45R18 100 V XL | D | B | 72 |
| 225/40R18 92 V XL | D | B | 72 |
| 245/45R18 100 V XL | D | B | 72 |
| 19 inch | |||
| 235/35R19 91 W XL | D | B | 72 |
| 235/35R19 91 W XL | D | B | 72 |
| 20 inch | |||
| 245/35R20 95 W XL | C | B | 72 |
| 245/35R20 95 V XL | D | B | 71 |
Questions and Answers for the Hankook Winter i cept evo3
Ask a questionCan i use this tires in dimension 255 45 19 on tesla model y ?
Regarding using this tire on EV: Thanks for your answer. Regarding your point that this tire can decrease my EV range, how much or how many percent should i expect? Also, i noticed tgat the speed index of thie model i bought is V, but mazda recommends Y! At leat i could not find this tire Y in austria. Is this alo fine?
I'm not sure on the drop in range. Worn to new adds rolling resistance by default, plus now it's cold. Maybe 5-10%.
I World live to know in I can use this Model of Hankook on my Mazda 6e (electric)? Because I know that this was not developed for EVs, but I bought IT for my Car!! This is what I bought: Hankook Winter I*cept EVO3 W330 245/45 R19 102V XL, FSL, 3PMSF
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Review Summary
Based on 20 user reviews
Across 20 reviews, the Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 is described as a highly confidence-inspiring winter tire with standout traction in snow and strong, predictable grip in wet conditions (often praised for stability and aquaplaning resistance). Many drivers also report good dry-road handling for a winter tire and consider it excellent value versus premium brands. A smaller minority mention increased road noise or a firmer/less comfortable ride compared with their summer tires, but this is not the dominant experience.
Strengths
- Excellent snow traction and confidence in winter conditions
- Strong wet grip and high aquaplaning resistance
- Stable
- Predictable handling and good road feedback
- Good comfort and generally low noise for a winter tire
- Very good value/price-to-performance
Areas for Improvement
- Some users find it noisier than summer tires or typical winter tire buzzing
Top 3 Hankook Winter i cept evo3 Reviews
When it comes to drawbacks: these wore out faster than I had anticipated. Four winters and 34k km on Eastern European roads killed them. There were harsh use conditions though and a slight rim-damage accident (undiagnosed for a couple of months) could have also impacted their lifespan. The Hankooks are not the quietest or most comfortable, but I don't really care for that in a hot hatch. Nothing negatively outside of the norm in my opinion, but nothing spectacular in this regard either.
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But: its clearly lauder than my summer tires, i hope after a while it gets better
The weather conditions were wet and dry below 10 deg Celsius, but no snow or ice.
At highway speeds the tires had a good comfort and low noise. The braking distance was decent.
In the city, the tires had excellent behaviour filtering the bumps and roughness of the surface very well.
On twisted roads is the place where these tires shine. Their grip is excellent both on wet and dry, the road feedback is very good and the noise is practically null.
They are great in the wet as well as in the dry...maybe they are a little noisier..but I'm used to winter tires "buzzing" a bit.
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I'll update the review when I try them on snow and ice.
PS: anvelopele din poza si poza cu masina in zapada sunt in aceeasi perioada maxim 2 saptamani diferenta si cu toate astea in stadiul in care era anvelopa tot mergea si pe uscat ud excelent si pe zapada mai slab
Drumuri bune !!!
Due to circumstances, I also drove for a few days in dry and sunny weather (20°C) and even then I was impressed by this tire. I will repurchase this one immediately!
It’s been two seasons now with three conditions being dry, then wet, then snow by the number of driving days. On dry roads to ride is comfortable with stable handling and the grip is assured and precise with on ramps, long and medium corners. They lose some composure with sharp turning, and the braking takes a little longer than I’d like. This is probably the least inspiring aspect of all the parameters. Wet performance is very good, with turn and corners being very assured. And the wet braking feels better in the wet than the dry? Not sure how but that’s the way it feels. The best part now… The snow is just a blast with these Hankooks. Very grippy whether braking, accelerating or turning the vehicle; this tire does it all in the snow.
After just under 10,000 km the tread looks unused, with more than 7mm across each tire.