Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 vs Michelin Pilot Sport 5
Expect the Michelin to deliver stronger aquaplaning resistance, better subjective handling and steering precision, and class-leading wear. The Hankook counters with consistently short wet and dry stopping, lower price, and a quieter, more comfort-leaning road feel-appealing traits for everyday driving.
Test Results
Independent comparison tyre tests are the best source of data to get tyre information from, and the good news is there have been seven tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 | one | |
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 | six |
While it might look like the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 is better than the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tyres are very complicated objects which means where one tyre is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tyres compare across multiple tyre test categories.
Key Strengths
- Consistently short wet and dry braking (multiple test wins in both)
- Lower purchase price and strong value metrics
- Quiet, comfortable and refined ride
- Competitive rolling resistance in some sizes/tests
- Excellent aquaplaning resistance (straight and curved)
- Strong subjective handling/steering and balanced dynamics
- Outstanding wear and low abrasion (long tread life)
- Well-rounded performance with frequent overall test wins
Dry Braking
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 was better during four dry braking tests. On average the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 stopped the vehicle in 1% less distance than the Michelin Pilot Sport 5.
Best In Dry Braking: Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during two dry handling [s] tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was 0.64% faster around a lap than the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 was better during one dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 was 0.04% faster around a lap than the Michelin Pilot Sport 5.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during three subj. dry handling tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 scored 8.7% more points than the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Subj. Fun
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during one subj. fun tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 scored 12.5% more points than the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3.
Best In Subj. Fun: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 was better during five wet braking tests. On average the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 stopped the vehicle in 3.21% less distance than the Michelin Pilot Sport 5.
Best In Wet Braking: Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3
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Wet Braking - Cool
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 was better during one wet braking - cool tests. On average the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 stopped the vehicle in 3.91% less distance than the Michelin Pilot Sport 5.
Best In Wet Braking - Cool: Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3
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Wet Braking - Worn
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during one wet braking - worn tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 stopped the vehicle in 3.92% less distance than the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3.
Best In Wet Braking - Worn: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 was better during one wet handling [s] tests. On average the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 was 0.44% faster around a wet lap than the Michelin Pilot Sport 5.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 was better during two wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 was 0.19% faster around a wet lap than the Michelin Pilot Sport 5.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during two subj. wet handling tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 scored 2.7% more points than the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was 0.98% faster around a wet circle than the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3.
Best In Wet Circle: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during five straight aqua tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 floated at a 2.85% higher speed than the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3.
Best In Straight Aqua: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during three curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 slipped out at a 16.02% higher speed than the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during one subj. comfort tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 scored 0.27% more points than the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Subj. Noise
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 was better during one subj. noise tests. On average the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 scored 20% more points than the Michelin Pilot Sport 5.
Best In Subj. Noise: Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3
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Noise
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 was better during three noise tests. On average the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 measured 1.49% quieter than the Michelin Pilot Sport 5.
Best In Noise: Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3
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Noise
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 was better during one noise tests. On average the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 measured 1.1% quieter than the Michelin Pilot Sport 5.
Best In Noise: Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3
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Wear
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during two wear tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 is predicted to cover 32.21% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3.
Best In Wear: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Value
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during one value tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 proved to have a 12.18% better value based on price/1000km than the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3.
Best In Value: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Price
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 was better during three price tests. On average the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 cost 24.49% less than the Michelin Pilot Sport 5.
Best In Price: Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during two rolling resistance tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 had a 1.04% lower rolling resistance than the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Abrasion
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 emitted 32.27% less particle wear matter than the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3.
Best In Abrasion: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Real World Driver Reviews
Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 Driver Reviews
Most drivers rate the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 highly, praising its excellent wet braking and very solid dry grip alongside a quiet, comfortable ride and strong value for money. Many note predictable, confidence-inspiring behavior and, for a good number of users, respectable tread life. The main drawback is a soft sidewall feel that limits steering precision and sporty feedback, so it suits grand-touring comfort more than hardcore performance. A minority report faster wear on certain fitments (notably some EV/OEM/runflat applications).
Based on 66 reviews with an average rating of 76%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Driver Reviews
Drivers of the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 overwhelmingly praise its outstanding wet and dry grip, high-speed stability, and refined ride/low noise for everyday use. Many report strong longevity versus rivals (and versus PS4), noting confident braking and aquaplaning resistance, plus an attractive sidewall design. The most common downsides are reduced steering feel/road feedback and a tendency toward mild understeer from its softer sidewalls; a notable minority also report mid-life uneven wear/out-of-round behavior that increases noise. Overall, for road use the PS5 is viewed as a superb all-round UHP tyre that prioritizes safety, comfort, and consistency over razor-sharp track-like response.
Based on 96 reviews with an average rating of 85%
First thing you notice with these tyres is just how much they improve the ride. The car had stock Dunlop Sport Maxx TT tyres and whilst these gave a sharper steering feel you felt every little ripple in the road. The Hankooks certainly smoothed things out, with only a small trade off in steering feel. Next is the grip. In both wet and dry I've been known to do some pretty stupid things, but I've yet to trigger the ABS or lose grip... Continue reading this review using the link below
Conclusion
Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 is the braking specialist and value play. It repeatedly stops shorter-particularly in wet braking-while offering lower noise, agreeable comfort, and a much lower purchase price. Its drawbacks are modest aquaplaning resistance and a touring-lean steering feel, plus weaker wear, which can erode long-term value despite the initial saving.
Bottom line: choose Michelin for all-weather confidence at speed, long life, and driver engagement; choose Hankook if you prioritize sharp braking performance, comfort, and upfront value for predominantly everyday road use.
Key Differences
- Overall results: Michelin leads (6 wins vs. 1), indicating better all-round scoring
- Braking: Hankook often stops shorter, especially in wet (e.g., −8.95% vs PS5 in one test)
- Aquaplaning: Michelin clearly superior in straight and curved tests
- Subjective dynamics: Michelin more precise and engaging; Hankook feels more touring-biased
- Wear/longevity: Michelin markedly better (e.g., +32-58% tread life advantages)
- Value profile: Hankook cheaper and quieter; Michelin higher upfront price but better lifecycle value
Overall Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
Based on the tyre test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tyre has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tyre buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tyre industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tyres in the same test.
Why is this important? Tyre testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tyre test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tyre tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tyre Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tyre comparison, Tyre Reviews doesn't.