Hankook iON FlexClimate vs Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV
Across these shared tests, the Hankook consistently led every measurable safety metric-dry, wet, aquaplaning, and snow-often by meaningful margins. The Vredestein counters with a comfort-focused character and low noise, but its winter shortfall and weaker wet braking place it firmly behind the Hankook for all-weather security.
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 two tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Hankook iON FlexClimate | two |
While it might look like the Hankook iON FlexClimate is better than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV 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
- Class-leading wet safety: notably shorter wet braking (−7.6% to −16.7%) and stronger aquaplaning resistance
- Convincing winter capability with quicker traction and shorter snow stops (up to ~18% advantage)
- Balanced, precise handling with direct steering on dry and wet
- Low rolling resistance for EV range without sacrificing grip
- Comfort-oriented ride with low noise levels
- Good general-road manners in dry and moderate wet conditions
- Respectable lateral wet grip (TÜV ~97.8% of benchmark)
- Energy-efficient focus with low rolling resistance characteristics
Dry Braking
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Hankook iON FlexClimate was better during two dry braking tests. On average the Hankook iON FlexClimate stopped the vehicle in 6.62% less distance than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Dry Braking: Hankook iON FlexClimate
See how the Dry Braking winner was calculated >>
Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Hankook iON FlexClimate was better during one dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Hankook iON FlexClimate was 2.36% faster around a lap than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Hankook iON FlexClimate
See how the Dry Handling winner was calculated >>
Wet Braking
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Hankook iON FlexClimate was better during two wet braking tests. On average the Hankook iON FlexClimate stopped the vehicle in 12.1% less distance than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Wet Braking: Hankook iON FlexClimate
See how the Wet Braking winner was calculated >>
Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Hankook iON FlexClimate was better during one wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Hankook iON FlexClimate was 4.29% faster around a wet lap than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Hankook iON FlexClimate
See how the Wet Handling winner was calculated >>
Wet Circle
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Hankook iON FlexClimate was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Hankook iON FlexClimate had 2.25% higher lateral wet grip than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Wet Circle: Hankook iON FlexClimate
See how the Wet Circle winner was calculated >>
Straight Aqua
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Hankook iON FlexClimate was better during two straight aqua tests. On average the Hankook iON FlexClimate floated at a 9.4% higher speed than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Straight Aqua: Hankook iON FlexClimate
See how the Straight Aqua winner was calculated >>
Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Hankook iON FlexClimate was better during one curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Hankook iON FlexClimate slipped out at a 13.16% higher speed than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Hankook iON FlexClimate
See how the Curved Aquaplaning winner was calculated >>
Snow Braking
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Hankook iON FlexClimate was better during two snow braking tests. On average the Hankook iON FlexClimate stopped the vehicle in 12.48% less distance than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Snow Braking: Hankook iON FlexClimate
See how the Snow Braking winner was calculated >>
Snow Traction
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Hankook iON FlexClimate was better during two snow traction tests. On average the Hankook iON FlexClimate accelerated 12.23% faster than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Snow Traction: Hankook iON FlexClimate
See how the Snow Traction winner was calculated >>
Snow Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Hankook iON FlexClimate was better during one snow handling [s] tests. On average the Hankook iON FlexClimate was 10.45% faster around a lap than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Snow Handling [s]: Hankook iON FlexClimate
See how the Snow Handling winner was calculated >>
Snow Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Hankook iON FlexClimate was better during one snow handling [km/h] tests. On average the Hankook iON FlexClimate was 2.79% faster around a lap than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Snow Handling [Km/H]: Hankook iON FlexClimate
See how the Snow Handling winner was calculated >>
Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Hankook iON FlexClimate was better during one rolling resistance tests. On average the Hankook iON FlexClimate had a 4.7% lower rolling resistance than the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Hankook iON FlexClimate
See how the Rolling Resistance winner was calculated >>
Real World Driver Reviews
Tyre Reviews also collects real world driver reviews for the Hankook iON FlexClimate and Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV.
In total the Hankook iON FlexClimate has been reviewed 8 times and drivers have given the tyre 88% overall.
The Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV has been reviewed 2 times and drivers have given the tyre 81% overall.
This means in real world driving, people prefer the Hankook iON FlexClimate.
Previous tires were Pilot Sport 4
Tire is confidence inspiring. Grip is good and predictable. Noise level is lower than average, rid comfort is good. Can't say anything yet about wear.
They are quieter than the Pilot Sport. Comfort is better. Grip is slightly worse in the dry.
Very good overall tire so far. Can recommend it.
So far, my impressions of the Quatrac Pro EV are positive. They feel slightly softer and more comfortable, with noise levels that seem about the same. These tyres don’t have the foam band on the inside like some other models.
I typically drive aggressively with Slip-Start... Continue reading this review using the link below
Conclusion
Vredestein's Quatrac Pro EV suits drivers who value ride comfort and quietness in milder regions, but its deficits in snow and wet stopping distance make it harder to recommend as a four-season safety net. For most EV owners, especially where rain and occasional snow are realities, the Hankook is the clear, confidence-inspiring choice. If you rarely see winter and prioritize cabin refinement, the Vredestein remains a viable, comfort-led alternative.
Key Differences
- Wet braking: Hankook stops 7-17% shorter across tests
- Aquaplaning resistance: Hankook leads in straight (+9-12%) and curved (+15%) aquaplaning
- Snow performance: Hankook markedly better in braking (up to ~18%), traction, and handling
- Dry capability: Hankook shorter dry stops (5-8%) and quicker handling pace
- Rolling resistance: Hankook advantage in Auto Bild (+4.7%) while Vredestein emphasizes efficiency and comfort
- Driving character: Hankook is sportier and more precise; Vredestein is quieter and more comfort-biased
Overall Winner: Hankook iON FlexClimate
Based on the tyre test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Hankook iON FlexClimate 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.