In order to be equipped for all weathers and temperatures, the new Kinergy 4S² offers specially balanced and constant performance features across all seasons. This is made possible by a directional tread being used for Hankook all-weather tyres for the first time, combined with a particularly innovative polymer silica tread mixture.
The Kinergy RS 2 is the 2022 Auto Express all season tyre of the year.
Tyre review data from 39 tyre reviews averaging 75% over 376,012 miles driven, and 28 tests with an average result of 5th.
First On Market | May 2021 |
Wheel Size | 14 - 20" |
Width | 135 - 275mm |
Profile | 35 - 80 |
Rolling Resistance | C - D |
Wet Grip | B - C |
Noise (dB) | 70 - 73 |
Winter Rating | 3PMSF Rated |
The Kinergy 4S2 is ranked 29th of 59 All Season Premium Touring tyres.
This tyre replaced the Hankook Kinergy 4S.
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The Hankook Kinergy 4S² tyre receives a satisfactory overall safety rating, primarily due to its performance on wet and winter roads. On dry surfaces, it offers good steering feedback, precision, and reserves at the limit, with quick stabilization after evasive maneuvers and good braking performance.
On wet roads, the tyre misses a good rating. While its aquaplaning behavior is good, braking is only satisfactory, and handling is rated as merely adequate. The test vehicle tends to under- or oversteer early, offering little precision and only sufficient safety reserves on the handling course.
In winter conditions, the Hankook achieves only a satisfactory result. It secures a good rating in braking tests but falls short in traction and handling. The tyre lacks precision in steering and has a narrow performance limit, with early tendency to under- or oversteer. Ice braking performance is below average.
Environmentally, the Korean-made Hankook Kinergy 4S² scores well. It excels in projected mileage and low wear, with good marks for weight and fuel consumption. However, it's criticized for production residues on new tyres, which unnecessarily impact the environment during initial use.
.Size | Fuel | Wet | Noise |
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14 inch | |||
185/60R14 82 H | D | B | 71 |
165/70R14 85 T XL | C | C | 71 |
175/65R14 82 T | C | B | 71 |
175/65R14 86 H XL | C | B | 71 |
185/60R14 82 H | D | B | 71 |
175/65R14 82 T | C | B | 71 |
175/65R14 86 H XL | C | B | 71 |
165/70R14 85 T XL | C | C | 71 |
185/70R14 88 T | C | B | 71 |
15 inch | |||
195/55R15 85 V XL | D | B | 72 |
195/65R15 91 H | C | B | 72 |
185/65R15 88 H | C | B | 71 |
195/65R15 91 V | C | B | 72 |
195/65R15 95 H XL | C | B | 72 |
185/65R15 92 T XL | C | B | 71 |
195/55R15 85 V | D | B | 72 |
195/65R15 91 H | C | B | 72 |
195/65R15 91 V | C | B | 72 |
185/65R15 92 T XL | C | B | 71 |
185/65R15 88 H | C | B | 71 |
195/65R15 95 H XL | C | B | 72 |
16 inch | |||
215/70R16 100 H | C | B | 72 |
205/55R16 94 V XL | C | B | 72 |
205/60R16 96 V XL | C | B | 72 |
205/55R16 94 H XL | C | B | 72 |
205/60R16 96 H XL | C | B | 72 |
215/60R16 99 V XL | C | B | 72 |
205/55R16 94 V XL | C | B | 72 |
205/55R16 94 H XL | C | B | 72 |
205/60R16 96 V XL | C | B | 72 |
205/60R16 96 H XL | C | B | 72 |
215/60R16 99 V XL | C | B | 72 |
17 inch | |||
205/50R17 93 W XL | C | B | 72 |
215/45R17 91 Y XL | C | B | 72 |
205/50R17 93 W XL | C | B | 72 |
225/50R17 98 V XL | C | B | 72 |
225/45R17 94 W XL | C | B | 72 |
225/50R17 98 W XL | C | B | 72 |
205/50R17 93 W XL | C | B | 72 |
215/45R17 91 Y XL | C | B | 72 |
225/45R17 94 W XL | C | B | 72 |
225/50R17 98 V XL | C | B | 72 |
225/50R17 98 W XL | C | B | 72 |
18 inch | |||
245/40R18 97 V XL | C | B | 72 |
225/40R18 92 Y XL | C | B | 72 |
245/45R18 100 Y XL | C | B | 72 |
245/45R18 100 Y XL | D | B | 72 |
245/40R18 97 V XL | C | B | 72 |
245/45R18 100 Y XL | C | B | 72 |
225/40R18 92 Y XL | C | B | 72 |
245/40R18 97 V XL | C | B | 72 |
2018-12-06 - Hi. Do the 4S2 tyres have rim protectors?
Not in the sizes I've seen, but rim protection can vary from size to size so it would be worth contacting Hankook to find out whether the Kinergy 4S2 has rim protection.
2022-09-16 - I’m looking for all weather for my ID.3 the handbook look good but all guides say I need the 4S 2X I take it the difference is in the weight limit but are they the same tyre apart from this?
As long as you can get the correct load rating the non X you'll be fine, but yes in theory the 4S2X will be modified towards carrying higher loads.
2022-09-27 - Hi everybody, Hankook 4s2 question. In 225/50 17 does the tyre 4s2 come in run flat form?
Yes, it seems there is a HRS (Hankook Runflat System) version of the tyre available in 225/50 R17.
2023-03-23 - Would you recommend these tyres in size245/40 r18 for a RWD car (around 280bhp)? I compared braking tests with mid summer tyre and results are surprisingly even especially when it comes to summertime weather condition results.
I actually have these in my all season test this year on a RWD BMW. Only tested in the snow so far so can't comment for sure but based on last years test they should be great in the dry and wet. Still, a fair bit off a summer tyre in the dry.
2023-05-19 - Hi, is this a good allseason tyre(18inch) for my Tesla Model 3 rwd+ from 2021. How is the noise and wear?
Hey! If you can find the correct load rating there's no reason it wouldn't be one of the better all season tyres, however any all season tyre will struggle with the weight and torque of a model 3 so make sure you're aware of the drawbacks.
2023-10-27 - I live in Belgium, so it only snows once or twice a year in winter. But temperatures are almost always around or below 0°C. I have seen both the 2023 winter tyre and all-season tyre tests and am a bit torn between choosing which tyre would suit me best. Since the performance of the Alpin 5 is almost the same or better than the Kinergy 4S2. But as said in the all season test, a all season tire could be a better fit than a winter tire in my region. Is it possible to give advice on which is the best option for me? (I also plan to use summer tyres regardless of whether I buy winter or all-season tyres). Thanks!
I personally believe that an all season tyre as a winter tyre is often a better fit than a winter tyre for regions that don't see a huge amount of snow and ice, but the performances between the two categories is so close either option will be a good result.
Size | Price Range | |
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185/55 R15 | £107.96 - £112.58 (2 Prices) | Compare Prices >> |
195/65 R15 | £65.99 - £87.07 (8 Prices) | Compare Prices >> |
205/55 R16 | £82.99 - £115.84 (8 Prices) | Compare Prices >> |
225/45 R17 | £96.74 - £120.32 (6 Prices) | Compare Prices >> |
225/50 R17 | £124.81 - £149.14 (6 Prices) | Compare Prices >> |
235/45 R18 | £142.76 - £169.99 (4 Prices) | Compare Prices >> |
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