Hankook Kinergy 4S2 - Test Results

Test Statistics

29

Tests Completed

5th

Average Position

1st

Best Result

13th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

Across 29 tests, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 delivers consistently strong, well-rounded performance with standout dry and wet handling and competitive wet braking, often finishing in the top three. It has proven capable on snow in several recent tests and has picked up wins and podiums (e.g., 1/10 in 2022 Tyre Reviews, 1/13 in 2020 Auto Bild SUV, multiple 2nd-3rd places), underpinning an above-average overall score. However, recurring weaknesses include below-average aquaplaning resistance in some sizes and notably poor rolling resistance, with occasional long dry-braking distances.

In summary, it's a dynamic all-season option that excels in handling confidence and balanced grip across conditions. Efficiency (rolling resistance) and aquaplaning limits are the main trade-offs, and dry braking can be mid-pack depending on size/test.

Performance Strengths

Dry Handling Performance Strong
• 1st place dry handling in 2023 Tyre Reviews (195/65 R15), plus 1st in subjective dry
• 2nd place dry handling in 2024 Auto Bild SUV (114.2 km/h, +1% from best)
Wet Braking and Wet Handling Strong
• 1st place wet braking and 1st wet handling in 2020 Auto Bild SUV
• 2nd wet braking and 2nd wet handling in 2024 Sport Auto (+2.5% and +0.3% from best)
Overall Consistency/Awards Strong
• Test winner 2022/23 Tyre Reviews (1/10)
• Multiple podiums: 2024 ADAC 3/16, 2024 Auto Bild SUV 2/12, 2024 Sport Auto 2/8
Snow Performance (balanced, recent sizes) Moderate
• 2nd across snow braking/traction/handling in 2024 Sport Auto
• Top-4 snow results in 2022/23 Tyre Reviews (3rd handling, 4th braking/traction)
Wear/Value (select tests) Moderate
• 2nd wear in 2023 Auto Bild (60,289 km, +19.7% from best)
• Good value ranking 3/16 in 2023 Auto Bild

Performance Weaknesses

Rolling Resistance / Efficiency Strong
• 11/11 rolling resistance in 2025 Auto Bild Camper (+19.2% from best)
• 11/12 rolling resistance in 2024 Auto Bild SUV (+26.6% from best)
Aquaplaning Resistance Moderate
• Straight aqua 13/14 in 2024 Minivan/SUV (+15.6% from best)
• Straight aqua 11/12 in 2023 Tyre Reviews (+6.2% from best)
Dry Braking Variability Moderate
• 7/8 dry braking in 2024 Sport Auto (+19.5% from best)
• 6/11 dry braking in 2025 Auto Bild Camper (+15.3% from best)
Noise/Comfort (some tests) Minor
• Noise 14/16 in 2020 Auto Bild (+1.8% from best)
• Noise 12/18 in 2021 Auto Bild (+2% from best)
Ice/Snow Variability (older/mixed results) Minor
• Ice braking 13/16 in 2024 ADAC (+16.7% from best)
• Mid-pack snow metrics in 2023 Tyre Reviews (8th-9th across several snow tests)

Performance Over Time

Test History

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2025 Auto Bild All Season Camper Van Tyre Test

2025
Winner: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3

Hankook Kinergy 4S² earns a "good" rating and nearly matches summer tyre performance levels in dry handling. It demonstrates good winter characteristics and provides short braking distances on sno...

Strong:
Dry Handling

Weak:
Rolling Resistance