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195-255/40-70 R15-19 60 sizes 2021

Hankook Ventus Prime2

The Hankook Ventus Prime2 is a Touring Summer tyre designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars.

7.0
Tyre Reviews Score Based on User Reviews
Limited Confidence View Breakdown
Dry Grip
79%
Wet Grip
73%
Road Feedback
72%
Handling
71%
Wear
67%
Comfort
72%
Buy again
59%
62 Reviews
71% Average
874,124 miles driven
12 Tests (avg: 6th)
Hankook Ventus Prime2

Hankook Ventus Prime2

Summer Premium
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7 / 10
Based on User Reviews · Limited Confidence · Updated 30 Jan 2026

The Tyre Reviews Score is the most comprehensive tyre scoring system available. It aggregates professional test data from multiple independent publications, user reviews, and consistency analysis using Bayesian statistical methods, weighted normalisation, and recency-adjusted scoring to produce a single, reliable performance rating.

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Score Components
Professional Tests
Weight: 80%
Tests: 12
Publications: 7
Period: 2011 - 2015
User Reviews
Weight: 15%
Reviews: 62
Avg Rating: 70.6%
Min Required: 5
Consistency
Weight: 5%
Score Std Dev: 2.08
History Points: 10
Methodology & Configuration
Scoring Process
  1. Collect Test Data: Gather results from professional tyre tests across multiple publications. Minimum 1 test(s) required.
  2. Normalize Positions: Convert test positions to percentile scores using exponential weighting (factor: 1.2).
  3. Apply Recency Weighting: More recent tests are weighted higher with a decay rate of 0.95.
  4. Incorporate User Reviews: Factor in user review data (minimum 5 reviews). Weight: 15%.
  5. Bayesian Smoothing: Apply Bayesian prior (score: 7, weight: 1.5) to prevent extreme scores with limited data.
  6. Calculate Final Score: Combine all components using normalization factor of 1.1. Max score with limited data: 9.5.
Component Weights
Test Data
80%
User Reviews
15%
Consistency
5%
All Configuration Parameters
ParameterValueDescription
safety_weight 0.7 Weight multiplier for safety-related metrics
performance_weight 0.55 Weight multiplier for performance metrics
comfort_weight 0.4 Weight multiplier for comfort metrics
value_weight 0.45 Weight multiplier for value-for-money metrics
user_reviews_weight 0.15 How much user reviews contribute to the final score
test_data_weight 0.8 How much professional test data contributes to the final score
consistency_weight 0.05 How much score consistency contributes to the final score
recency_decay_rate 0.95 Rate at which older test results lose influence (higher = slower decay)
min_test_count 1 Minimum number of professional tests required
min_review_count 5 Minimum number of user reviews required
score_version 1.8 Current version of the scoring algorithm
score_normalization_factor 1.1 Factor used to normalize raw scores to the 0-10 scale
confidence_factor_weight 0.2 How much data confidence affects the final score
position_penalty_weight 0.2 Penalty applied for poor test positions
gap_penalty_threshold 8 Score gap (%) that triggers additional penalties
min_metrics_count 2 Minimum number of test metrics needed per test
limited_data_threshold 2 Number of tests below which data is considered limited
single_test_penalty 0.1 Score multiplier when only one test is available
critical_metric_penalty 0.7 Penalty for poor performance on critical safety metrics
critical_metric_threshold 70 Score below which a critical metric penalty applies
position_exponential_factor 1.2 Exponent used to amplify position-based scoring
position_exponential_threshold 0.9 Position percentile below which exponential scoring applies
gap_multiplier_critical 3 Multiplier for critical gap penalties
max_category_weight 2 Maximum weight any single category can have
max_score_limited_data 9.5 Score cap when data is limited
bayesian_prior_weight 1.5 Weight of the Bayesian prior in smoothing
bayesian_prior_score 7 Prior score used for Bayesian smoothing
evidence_test_multiplier 1.9 Multiplier for test evidence in confidence calculation
evidence_metric_divisor 3 Divisor for metric count in evidence calculation
evidence_review_divisor 10 Divisor for review count in evidence calculation
Data Sources
TestPublicationDateSizePositionMetrics
2015 Test World Summer Tyre Test Test World 2015 205/55 R16 6/15 0 metrics
2015 European Tyre Test 205/55 R16 ADAC 2015 205/55 R16 8/19 0 metrics
2014 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test Auto Express 2014 205/55 R16 4/10 0 metrics
2014 Auto Review Summer Tyre Test - 205/55 R16 Auto Review 2014 205/55 R16 3/16 0 metrics
2014 AMS Summer Tyre Test - 205/55 R16 Auto Motor Und Sport 2014 205/55 R16 6/11 0 metrics
2014 Test World Summer Tyre Test Test World 2014 205/55 R16 8/16 0 metrics
2014 Auto Bild Top 15 Summer Tyre Test Auto Bild 2014 225/50 R17 12/15 0 metrics
2014 Auto Bild 50 Summer Tyre Shootout Auto Bild 2014 225/50 R17 2/50 0 metrics
2013 Test World Summer Tyre Test Test World 2013 205/55 R16 8/13 0 metrics
2013 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test Auto Zeitung 2013 215/55 R16 10/12 0 metrics
2012 Autoreview Touring Tyre Test Auto Review 2012 205/55 R16 1/9 0 metrics
2011 Finnish ECO Touring Tyre Test 2011 205/55 r16 9/15 0 metrics
12
Tests
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Latest Tyre Test Results
8th/19
Good in the dry
A little weak in the wet, slightly high fuel consumption
6th/15
Short braking distance on wet surfaces. Stable handling
High rolling resistance
The Hankook Ventus Prime2 brakes effectively and maintains good grip when cornering on wet surfaces. Predictable behaviour during emergency manoeuvres in the dry. With noise and comfort there are no problems, but they have a high rolling resistance.
2nd/50
Size Fuel Wet Noise
16 inch
205/55R16 91 W C C 69
205/55R16 91 V C C 71
205/55R16 91 H D B 71
205/55R16 91 H C C 71
205/55R16 94 H XL B B 69
215/70R16 100 H C C 67
205/55R16 91 V B B 70
205/55R16 91 W C C 69
215/70R16 100 H B C 71
17 inch
205/50R17 93 W XL B B 69
225/45R17 91 V D C 71
205/50R17 93 W XL B B 69
215/45R17 87 H C D 70
225/45R17 91 V D A 70
225/45R17 91 V C D 70
215/55R17 94 V C C 71
215/45R17 87 H C C 69
225/45R17 91 W D C 71
215/55R17 94 W C B 68
215/55R17 94 V C A 69
215/55R17 94 W C B 68
215/55R17 94 V C A 69
235/65R17 104 H C B 70
225/60R17 99 H C B 71
18 inch
245/45R18 96 V C C 69
235/60R18 103 H C B 71
225/40R18 88 V D A 70
245/45R18 96 W D B 71
235/60R18 103 V C B 71
225/40R18 88 V D C 70
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Questions and Answers for the Hankook Ventus Prime2

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April 15, 2016

Please could you give me rough estimate on how many miles I should be fit to get out of front tyres on 2016 Hyundai tuscon 2016 ? , best regards

Tyre mileage is extremely variable based on driving style, conditions and load. Looking at the reviews, if you have an average driving style, the Hankook Prime 2 should see around 20,000 miles on the front.
December 14, 2017

Is this type of tyre how much does it take the cold weather? I use it now in winter. But here is no snow only rainy weather. Should I change to all-season or winter tyres or it will be okay?

As the temperature drops the rubber compound will harden and offer less grip, however if you're confident you won't need to use the car in snow and ice, the Hankook Ventus Prime 2 will be suitable for cold wet and dry motoring.
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Size Price Range  
205/55 R16 £154.99 - £154.99 (1 Price) Compare Prices >>
225/45 R17 £100.99 - £101.99 (2 Prices) Compare Prices >>
225/45 R18 £161.99 - £161.99 (1 Price) Compare Prices >>
Available in 14 tyre sizes - View all.

Top 3 Hankook Ventus Prime2 Reviews

Given 95% while driving a Renault twingo (195/50 R15) on a combination of roads for 500 spirited miles
Put used, DOT16 Ventus Primes on my 2002 Renault Twingo 16v, went from 155/65R14 to 195/50R15, did like 500km on them and am super happy... Extremely soft tire, it's more comfortable than the 155/65R15's, the handling is superb, road feedback is amazing and the noise is actually mind-blowing at how quiet they are...

Bought them used for 60 eur, amazing condition with 6.5mm tread.
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July 21, 2025
Given 66% while driving a Volvo V70 2.4 (205/60 R16) on mostly country roads for 30,000 easy going miles
Average on pretty much everything. Wet grip, feedback, wear.

Driveable but did not really like them
November 13, 2023
Given 81% while driving a Mazda 6 GH 2.5 (225/45 R18) on a combination of roads for 25,000 average miles
Excellently tyres for the daily driver and by far the quietest I've ever had on my car. Great handling and braking performance in the dry and the wet. I found these tyres did not give great road feedback at standard pressure, likely due to the soft sidewalls but the trade-off was a very comfortable ride. Otherwise felt okay with higher pressures.
The only downside was the sides of the tyres wore out fairly quickly due to the curved profile of the tread and they had to be replaced even though there was plenty of rubber left in the centers. Alignment was fine - got a wheel alignment done when the new replacement tyres went on and there was no adjustment needed according to the report!
November 3, 2023
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Latest Hankook Ventus Prime2 Reviews

Given 35% while driving a Volkswagen Golf 7 TDI (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 22,000 easy going miles
According to Hankook website these tyres are usable for around 50000 miles and 7 to 8 years old. Unfortunately these tyres were fitted as orriginal equipment to my golf reg oct 2017. Tyres manufacture end August 2017. At 4 years old 22000 miles mot failed because perished. Sent rear tyre back to Hankook under complaint as less than 50% worn. Their technical dep t rejected claim as it was over 4 years old and they therefore rejected claim. WARNING IF YOU DRIVE A LOW MILEAGE CAR BE VERY WARY ABOUT ABOUT FITTING Hangkook tyres . High mileage cars are ok as they will be worn out before any fault shows.
March 27, 2022
Given 64% while driving a Hyundai Veloster Turbo 1.6 TGDi (225/40 R18) on mostly town for 20,000 spirited miles
Was surprised they wore out as quick as they did.
September 20, 2021
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Given 61% while driving a Skoda (235/45 R18 W) on mostly town for 75,000 easy going miles
Not impressed. These tyres were factory fitted and now have done 7500 miles from new on urban roads. No heavy braking or harsh acceleration.Always maintain correct recommended tyre pressures.I took it for a service and first MOT test to the Skoda dealer where I purchased it new.They sent me a video report and pointed out serious crazing and cracks on tyre walls and between tread wear bars.There was plenty of tread left (5mm) as one would expect from a 3 year old tyre that has only run 7500 miles.I was asked if I wished to have them exchanged at my expense.Apart from my cynical view that the garage may of wanted to make a further sale from me I can assume that the technicians thought this was an abnormal condition and worthy of my attention although they conceded it wasn't an MOT failure but I should keep an eye on them.I will never willingly buy these tyres and if I were to buy another top of the range model in future I shall ensure they are not fitted with Hankook tyres. One tyre damaged in this manner may be excuseable but all four is not!
September 15, 2020
Ford 05 Mondeo 185 (modded) diesel (225/45 R17) on mostly town for 12,000 easy going miles
With tyre's that have only done 12000mls on my wife's eco sport fitted on her new car when delivered, the service plan has just failed them at MOT . The reason given was tread to side wall crazing on all tyre's. Shorley they should last longer than this. Any idears ?
May 5, 2020
Given 71% while driving a Volkswagen Jetta 1.4 TSI (205/55 R16 V) on mostly town for 37,000 average miles
This was an OEM tyre on my car for 4 years. I have expected some other premium brand on my new car for OEM tyre but Hankook surprised me in a very positive way. This tyre is problem-free in the dry grip. A little bit weak in the wet grip. Especially, when the green light appears on a wet road, tyre immediately starts skidding and this confuses the DSG transmission and then DSG shift from 1 to 2 with a deep shake. This phenomenon was very unnoticeable at first 3 years but in last year this made me annoyed. No problem with the wear. Road feedback is decent. Handling is not sporty but fairly enough. However, comfort and noise topic turned me to look into another brand. Since my car is not famous for its sound insulation I went for a super-silent and comfy tyre. Finally, this is a budget tyre with a surprisingly good performance.
December 3, 2019
Given 76% while driving a Ford Fiesta mk7 (195/50 R16) on a combination of roads for 40,000 average miles
All around very good tire. Sometimes tends to struggle for grip on smooth asphalt surfaces during wet conditions.
November 11, 2019
Given 50% while driving a Volkswagen Golf 7.5 1.0 TSI (205/55 R16 V) on a combination of roads for 12,000 spirited miles
Tyres spin very easily, especially on a slight incline or in damp conditions. 12000 miles on these and have been very disappointed, new purchase is Michelin Primacy 4 and already enjoy the experience much more.
November 10, 2019
Given 84% while driving a Kia Motors ceed (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 0 average miles
After 16.000 km low wear.Very good handling both dry and wet roads.The only negative is noise and consumption (maybe from high resistance).Next tyre will be ventus prime 3.
November 6, 2019
Given 93% while driving a BMW 520d (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 10,000 spirited miles
Great tyres

In the mountains on dry in the summer i coudnt make them to loose grip at all. Amazing grip on dri and wet. I have th RUNFLAT ones wich i think it counts on curves.
November 26, 2018
Given 67% while driving a Hyundai Tucson (225/60 R17 R) on mostly town for 12,000 easy going miles
In many respects I cannot fault these tyres, they were factory fitted to the Tuscon. But having completed just 12000 miles I'm appalled that the tread has all but gone and I've been advised to replace the rear (more tread and well within legal limits) as they are PERISHED! Yes, perished - they look like they've been on an old caravan for 30 years. 2 years old and 12ooo miles is unacceptable. No more Hankook for me, back to Michelin.
October 25, 2018
Given 81% while driving a Ford Focus MK3 (215/55 R16 V) on a combination of roads for 15,000 average miles
Bought these years ago to replace two front Michelin Primacy tyres. After 15,000 miles daily commuting and lots of roundabouts the tyres still have 3mm of tread left. The massive pro for these tyres is the A rated wet handling, definitely a rating it lives upto as these tyres give bucket loads of grip in the rain. I've driven in some appalling wet weather and they have never slid once, no ABS, no ESP lights or anything. The ride is pretty firm and the sidewalls hold up well when pushed. The only con is that Hankooks have shot up in price over time for this size which will probably make me look at alternatives when they're nearing replacement.
April 14, 2018
Given 31% while driving a Hyundai Tucson (225/60 R17 H) on a combination of roads for 17,000 average miles
CAN NOT WAIT FOR THESE TYRES TO WEAR OUT THIS IS THE THIRD HYUNDAI I HAVE HAD ALL WITH HANKOOK TYRES ON MUST BE OWNED BY HYUNDAI HAS THEY ARE THE WORST TYRES I HAVE EVER HAD
December 11, 2017