Bridgestone Turanza 6 vs Hankook Ventus Evo
- TR Score
- 8.4/10
- Owners say
- 77% · 73
- TR Score
- 9.4/10
- Owners say
- 86% · 24
In the 2 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Hankook Ventus Evo finished ahead 2 times and the Turanza 6 not once. The Turanza 6 had 27.4% lower rolling resistance; the Ventus Evo stopped 6.2% shorter in the wet.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Pick the Hankook Ventus Evo if you want the best wet safety margin, aquaplaning resistance, and a sporty, confidence-inspiring feel (especially for mixed weather and enthusiastic driving). Choose the Bridgestone Turanza 6 if your top priority is efficiency/low rolling resistance for fuel savings or EV range and you drive in a calmer touring style-accepting that wet grip and wet handling pace are clearly behind the Hankook.
Where the Turanza 6 is stronger
- Class-leading rolling resistance/efficiency in both tests (about 27% lower RR than Ventus Evo)
- Touring-focused, stable and predictable road manners (noted as “lovely and predictable”)
- Competitive noise performance (wins noise in one test; essentially a wash overall)
Where the Ventus Evo is stronger
- Best-in-comparison wet braking and aquaplaning (≈6% shorter wet stops; ≈9% higher straight aquaplaning speed)
- Front-running wet handling pace and high subjective wet confidence (e.g., 8.7 vs 7.4 subjective wet)
- Stronger dry handling and sportier steering balance (≈2-3% quicker lap times; higher subjective dry scores)
The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
Turanza 6 vs Ventus Evo at a glance
| Category | Turanza 6 | Gap | Ventus Evo |
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| Shared tests won2 shared tests | 0 | 2 | |
| Dry6 measurements | 0 | The Ventus Evo lapped the dry handling course 2.3% faster (2 tests) | 6 |
| Wet11 measurements | 0 | The Ventus Evo stopped 6.2% shorter in the wet (2 tests) | 11 |
| Comfort4 measurements | 2 | Level between the two. | 2 |
| Value2 measurements | 2 | The Turanza 6 had 27.4% lower rolling resistance (2 tests) | 0 |
| Tyre Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 8.4/10 | The Ventus Evo by 1.0 | 9.4/10 |
| Owner rating73 and 24 reviews | 77% | The Ventus Evo by 9 points | 86% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 63% | The Ventus Evo by 15 points | 78% |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 148 | 48 sizes made in both | 106 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tyres; a tick marks the tyre ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 2 tests in 2026
Each row is one published test in which both tyres ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | Turanza 6 | Field | Ventus Evo |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Motor Summer Tyre Test | P8 of 9 | P3 of 9 | |
| The BEST Summer Tyres for 2026 Tested and Rated | P4 of 12 | P3 of 12 |
Performance profile
10 measurements from the 2 shared tests, each tyre shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Turanza 6
Ventus Evo
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 36 m stop against 34.2 m is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 90%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 3 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
Turanza 6
Ventus Evo
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Where owners rate each higher
Turanza 6
Not ahead in any category
Ventus Evo
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Owners rate the Turanza 6 77% from 73 reviews and the Ventus Evo 86% from 24. Each spoke is one question owners answer out of 10; reviews are vetted by hand before publication.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tyres posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
| Measurement | Turanza 6 | Gap | Ventus Evo | Wins | ||||||||
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| 37.43 | 0.3% | 37.32 | 0-2 | |||||||||
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| 75.56 | 2.3% | 73.84 | 0-2 | |||||||||
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| scored | 12.8% | scored | 0-2 | |||||||||
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| 37.79 | 6.2% | 35.43 | 0-2 | |||||||||
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| 73.93 | 5.6% | 69.8 | 0-2 | |||||||||
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| scored | 17.6% | scored | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 0.71 | 7.9% | 0.77 | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 12.74 | 4.4% | 12.18 | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 72.22 | 9.1% | 78.81 | 0-2 | |||||||||
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| 3.59 | 7% | 3.84 | 0-2 | |||||||||
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| scored | 1.7% | scored | 1-1 | |||||||||
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| 68.75 | 1 dB | 67.75 | 1-1 | |||||||||
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| 3.55 | 27.4% | 4.86 | 2-0 | |||||||||
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tyres shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Turanza 6 scores 8.4 and the Ventus Evo 9.4 out of 10.
| Turanza 6 | Category | Ventus Evo | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70 | Dry | 89 | ||
| 68 | Wet | 99 | ||
| 57 | Comfort | 50 | ||
| 85 | Value | 47 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| Turanza 6 | Category | Ventus Evo | ||
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| 8.5 | Dry Grip | 9.3 | ||
| 8.4 | Wet Grip | 9.2 | ||
| 7.4 | Road Feedback | 8.3 | ||
| 7.6 | Handling | 9 | ||
| 7.2 | Wear | 7.8 | ||
| 7.7 | Comfort | 7.9 | ||
Owners rate the Turanza 6 77% from 73 reviews and the Ventus Evo 86% from 24. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Bridgestone Turanza 6
- 77%from 73 reviews
- 63%would buy again
- 616,298 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners generally rate the Bridgestone Turanza 6 as a quiet, very comfortable touring tyre with strong wet and dry grip, reflected in a 74% average score and around seven in ten positive reviews. Comfort and refinement are the clear headline, with about half of owners mentioning low road noise and a smooth ride, while wet grip is widely praised by those who discuss it. The main drawback is a fairly common complaint about muted or vague steering feel (around one in five owners), and a similar share report issues with wear behaviour, including uneven wear and shorter-than-expected life for some.
- Very comfortable ride quality
- Low road noise
- Strong wet grip and confidence in the rain
- Good dry grip
- Vague or heavy steering feel
- Soft sidewalls affecting precision and confidence
- Uneven wear across the tread
Summarised by AI from 65 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 73 Turanza 6 reviewsSuperb, very low noise, superb confort, mid handling. Over 20k miles and not even at 50%
Hankook Ventus Evo
- 86%from 24 reviews
- 78%would buy again
- 106,316 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners rate the Hankook Ventus Evo very highly overall, with most praising strong dry and wet grip that inspires confidence. A clear majority also highlight low road noise and a comfortable, compliant ride for an everyday performance tyre. The main drawback is steering feel: around one in three owners say it lacks initial feedback or sharpness versus premium rivals, even if outright grip remains strong.
- Very strong dry grip
- Very strong wet grip
- Generally quiet at speed
- Comfortable, compliant ride
- Steering feel lacks feedback/initial bite for some drivers
- Can be a bit noisy on certain surfaces or at particular speeds
- Ride can feel slightly firm on low-profile fitments
Summarised by AI from 21 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 24 Ventus Evo reviewsI bought set of these in SUV version to replace OEM worn-out Bridgestone Dueller tyres. The Hankooks were one of few options available in size for Lexus RX and the price was very good. Obviously, they are sport-biased, not intended for a comfortable relaxed SUV. Their grip both in dry and wet is perfect, steering precise. But, they are not the choice for maximum comfort and silence. Winter set (Conti 870P) in the same size are significantly quieter and more comfortable. However, these tyres are a smart choice- good price, peak safety and also good wear- after 20000km stil about 4-5mm. I would buy them again, but not for RX.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tyre: 148 sizes of the Turanza 6 and 106 of the Ventus Evo, 48 of them made in both.
| Category | Turanza 6 | Ventus Evo |
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| Season | Summer | Summer |
| Sizes made | 148 sizes, 15 to 22 inch | 106 sizes, 17 to 22 inch |
| Made in both | 48 sizes 205/45 R17205/55 R17215/45 R17225/45 R17225/50 R17225/55 R17225/60 R17245/45 R17225/40 R18225/45 R18225/55 R18235/40 R18and 36 more | |
| EU label wet grip | A63%B37% | A97%B3% |
| EU label rolling resistance | B47%A44%C8% | C83%A10%B7%D1% |
| EU label noise | 66-73 dB B60%A40% | 68-73 dB B76%A24% |
| Replaced | Bridgestone Turanza T005 (2016) | Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 (2021) |
| Awards | Highly Recommended: Best Tyres for Small & Mid-Size SUVs (DriverReviews, 2026/27) Recommended: Best Tyres for Large Family Cars (DriverReviews, 2026/27) Winner: Best Tyres for Family Cars (DriverReviews, 2026/27) Winner: Best Tyres for Large SUVs (DriverReviews, 2026/27) Winner: Summer Tyre of the Year (WhatTyre, 2025) Winner: Best Tyres for Family Cars (DriverReviews, 2024/25) | Winner: Performance Tyre of the Year (WhatTyre, 2026/27) Winner: Performance Tyre of the Year (WhatTyre, 2025) |
Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
This comparison puts two very different “summer” missions head-to-head in the same 225/45 R17 test environment: the Bridgestone Turanza 6 as a premium-touring tyre built around efficiency and relaxed road manners, versus the Hankook Ventus Evo (K137) as a max-performance option aiming for higher grip and sharper responses.
Across two 2026 group tests, the pattern is consistent: the Hankook repeatedly lands near the front of the field (3rd/9 and 3rd/13) on the back of standout wet performance and strong dry handling, while the Bridgestone's results are dragged down by comparatively modest grip-despite clearly class-leading rolling resistance. In practice, this becomes a choice between maximum wet confidence and sporty balance (Hankook) versus fuel/EV-range focus and touring predictability (Bridgestone).
Conclusion
If your priority is safety margin and confidence in the wet, the Hankook Ventus Evo is the clear winner in this dataset. It beats the Turanza 6 in wet braking by about 6% in both tests (46.1 m vs 43.2 m; 29.47 m vs 27.66 m), leads straight-line aquaplaning by ~9% (≈78.8 km/h vs ≈72.2 km/h), and is substantially quicker in wet handling (about 4-5.5 seconds faster depending on the course). It also feels more “alive” and secure at the limit, reflected in much higher subjective wet and dry handling scores.
The Bridgestone Turanza 6's main-and meaningful-advantage is efficiency: it posts dramatically lower rolling resistance in both tests (roughly a 27% advantage). That's a real-world win for fuel economy or EV range, and it also comes with a generally predictable touring demeanor. The trade-off, echoed by professional notes, is that the Turanza 6 doesn't deliver the bite and grip expected of a premium product here-especially in wet handling-so it's not the best pick if you regularly drive briskly, face heavy rain, or simply want the most dynamic summer tyre.
Practical takeaway: choose the Ventus Evo if you want top-tier wet performance and sporty control; choose the Turanza 6 if running costs/range are your main KPI and you're happy to give up meaningful wet and handling performance.
Turanza 6 vs Ventus Evo: your questions
Is the Bridgestone Turanza 6 or the Hankook Ventus Evo the better tyre?
In the 2 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Hankook Ventus Evo finished ahead 2 times and the Turanza 6 not once. On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Turanza 6 scores 8.4 and the Ventus Evo 9.4 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Turanza 6 or the Ventus Evo?
The Ventus Evo led 11 of the 11 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 6.2% shorter in the wet across 2 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The Ventus Evo led 6 of the 6 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it lapped the dry handling course 2.3% faster across 2 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Turanza 6 had 27.4% lower rolling resistance (2 tests). Owners rate wear 7.2/10 for the Turanza 6 and 7.8/10 for the Ventus Evo.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 7.7/10 for the Turanza 6 and 7.9/10 for the Ventus Evo.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Turanza 6 77% from 73 reviews and the Ventus Evo 86% from 24. 63% of Turanza 6 owners would buy it again, against 78% for the Ventus Evo.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Turanza 6 is made in 148 sizes (15 to 22 inch) and the Ventus Evo in 106 (17 to 22 inch). 48 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Turanza 6 is graded A for wet grip and B for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Ventus Evo A and C.
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