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Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV

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The Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV is a road-focused ultra high performance summer tyre that feels confident and well balanced on both dry and wet tarmac. Across driver feedback and independent testing it stands out for secure grip, strong braking and composed, accurate handling, often delivering premium-like performance for a mid-range price. It's a very capable all-rounder for everyday SUV use, with a clear bias towards on-road dynamics rather than mixed-terrain ability.

The quick answer

Owners say 77% from 11 owner reviews 73% would buy again Read the reviews
Tests say 3rd average finish across 4 independent tests · 1 wins Latest: P2 of 8 · 2024 See every test
Strengths & weaknesses Comfort, Dry Value Relative to its rivals across every test we hold

Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tyre - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated September 2026.

  • 11owner reviews
  • 142,997miles driven
  • 4professional tests
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Tyre Reviews Score

Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV

8.5/10

Better than 76% of summer tyres

  • High Confidence
  • 4 tests
  • 11 owner reviews
Scores of the 406 summer tyres we have tested

How this score is built

Better than Weight
Independent tests4 tests · 3 publications · 2021-2024 78% 87%
Owner reviews11 owner reviews · rated 77% 69% 13%
Combined 76% 8.5

A fixed curve turns the combined figure into the 0 to 10 score, so roughly the top 10% of a group score 9 or more.

Category by category

How it compares with other summer tyres in each area, and how much each area counts. 50 is the middle of the group.

Category Better than Weight Tests
WetBraking, handling and aquaplaning in the wet 75% 44% 4
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 76% 40% 4
ValueWear, efficiency and cost 52% 9% 4
ComfortNoise and ride comfort 78% 7% 4

Weights are shares of the test result. Owner reviews are blended in afterwards.

By discipline

The same results grouped by what the tyre was doing. They are not counted a second time.

BrakingEvery braking test, on any surface 85% 4
HandlingEvery handling test, on any surface 73% 4

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 96% of the test figure. The other 4% is the average for its group, and it shrinks as more tests arrive.

High needs at least 3 tests, with its own results deciding 90% or more. Medium needs 2 tests and 70%. Anything less is Limited: expect the number to move as tests arrive.

The tests behind it

  1. 2024 2024 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test Auto Motor Und Sport · 235/55 R18 P2 / 8
  2. 2024 2024 Summer SUV Tyre Test Auto Bild Allrad · 235/55 R19 P6 / 11
  3. 2022 2022 AutoBild SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test Auto Bild Allrad · 235/55 R18 P1 / 10
  4. 2021 2021 Tyre Reviews SUV Tyre Test Tyre Reviews · 235/55 R18 P4 / 9
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Tested 4 times by independent publications, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV has taken 1 test wins with an average finish of 3rd.

4 Tests
1 Test Wins
3rd Average
1st Best
6th Worst
Finishing position in each test1stLast20212024

Finishing position in each test

The latest test

2024 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test P2 of 8

Balanced and comfortable with only marginal weaknesses.

Strong: Dry Handling Weak: Curved Aquaplaning Winner: Continental PremiumContact 7

YearTestResultAward
20242024 AMS Summer SUV Tyre TestAuto Motor Und Sport · 235/55 R18P2 / 8
20242024 Summer SUV Tyre TestAuto Bild Allrad · 235/55 R19P6 / 11
20222022 AutoBild SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild Allrad · 235/55 R18P1 / 10
20212021 Tyre Reviews SUV Tyre TestTyre Reviews · 235/55 R18P4 / 9Tested by Tyre Reviews Recommended

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2021 · 235/55 R18
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Dimensions & Label Scores
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Size Range93 sizes available

215-325Width25-65Profile17-23Rim92-117 V-YLoad/Speed Index2021First On Market

EU LabelAcross 93 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Noise

68-75dB

Popular sizes225/45 R17255/35 R21295/35 R21275/40 R21215/50 R18235/55 R18
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV in the wet?
Across the 4 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV stops 1.7% shorter than premium rivals, 4.4% shorter than mid-range rivals and 15.3% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews wet score of 75/100, and owners rate it 8.8/10 in the wet from 11 reviews.
How good is the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV in the dry?
Across the 4 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV stops 1.5% longer than premium rivals, 0.1% longer than mid-range rivals and 8.2% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews dry score of 76/100, and owners rate it 8.8/10 in the dry from 11 reviews.
How fuel efficient is the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV?
Across the 4 tests measuring rolling resistance, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV's rolling resistance is 6.4% higher than premium rivals, 5.3% lower than mid-range rivals and 1.3% lower than budget rivals.
How many miles does the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV last?
Based on test and owner data, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV is expected to last around 29,932 miles (48,171 km).
What do owners say about the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV?
Across 11 owner ratings the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV averages 77%. Owners rate Dry Grip highest at 8.8 out of 10 and Comfort lowest at 6.8. 5 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 70% of owners score it 70% or better.
More questions about the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV (5)
What is the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV's EU tyre label rating?
Across its range, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, A for wet grip and 73 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV?
Owners rate the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV 6.8 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 10 reviews.
How well do the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV 7.5 out of 10 for wear across 10 reviews. 5 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 6,000 miles.
Would owners buy the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV again?
73% of owners say they would buy the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV again, based on the 11 owner reviews that answered the question. 27% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What sizes does the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV come in?
The Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV is available in 105 sizes, ranging from 215-325/25-65 R17-23.
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What owners say summarised from 9 reviews

Overall, drivers rate the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV as a strong all-rounder with confident dry and wet grip, good braking and stable handling/steering feel, often at a good value for money. Several higher-scoring reviews also report respectable tread life, with some expecting or achieving solid mileage before replacement. The most consistent drawback is road noise, with multiple users describing a noticeable drone/howl (especially at highway speeds) compared with other premium brands.

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Owner ratings averaged from 11 ratings

  • Owner score 77%
  • Dry Grip 88%
  • Wet Grip 88%
  • Handling 78%
  • Wear 75%
  • Road Feedback 74%
  • Comfort 68%

Featured reviews

Most helpful 86%

“tried this tyre on 2022 Geely tugella 4wd SUV . very good Tyre and i recommended this tyre to all Tugella owners ( mid price for high quality tyre ) now running 83,000 KM on my car but its the end of its life started to...”

  • Volvo XC40
  • 51 miles
Read full review → 925 found this helpful
Most critical 48%

“Supplied with Tiguan R 2023. These tyres drive well and brake well in the dry. Please disregard my ratings in the wet as I have not used them in the wet and I have not had them long enough to comment on wear. They are...”

  • Volkswagen Tiguan
  • 500 miles
Read full review → 962 found this helpful
Longest term 80%

“The front tyres are worn out at 34K miles. The rear set will last another 1000 miles or so. Very good in both wet and dry conditions and the occasional snow. They do produce a fair bit of internal noise , maybe not an...”

  • Skoda
  • 34,796 miles
Read full review → 1,014 found this helpful

All 10 Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV reviews

Score spread across 10 written reviews
53%
Member
Initial Impressions

These are the noisiest, harshest tyres I have ever driven on. I know the stupid 255/35 R21 tyre size on the Tiguan R is a large part of the problem but the constant whining of these tyres on Australian roads is infuriating. Definitely will not buy them again.

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 2
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 1
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 8
84%
4Ears
Initial Impressions
OEM in Audi Q7 50 Tdi Vorsprung. Hard to break traction through the bends in dry and amazingly wet too but they break a little early in hard wet braking. 35 profile gives a bit firmer ride than I'd like but overall good performance and value. Expecting to get approx 15-16k miles when they will be at 3mm. Would like a all-season tyre ideally but those in this size in UK seem to have poor wet weather performance, so will probably stick with Hankook.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 134
77%
Member
  • Audi Q5
  • 255/45 R20
  • 24,000 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Average
Had to change my Audi q5 tyres after 24000 miles. Not great longevity. Apart from that I had no problems and replaced them with the same new tyre.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 4
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 9
Helpful 236

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86%
Member
  • Volvo XC40
  • 245/45 R20
  • 51 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Spirited
tried this tyre on 2022 Geely tugella 4wd SUV . very good Tyre and i recommended this tyre to all Tugella owners ( mid price for high quality tyre ) now running 83,000 KM on my car but its the end of its life started to crack and lose some of its traction ( but it still grabs very good but not like it was before ) very good tyre
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 925
48%
Member
Supplied with Tiguan R 2023. These tyres drive well and brake well in the dry. Please disregard my ratings in the wet as I have not used them in the wet and I have not had them long enough to comment on wear. They are horribly noisy. Loud drone at low speeds depending on road surface. Absolute howl at highway speeds. I really dislike these tyres and will get rid of them very soon. Would never buy them again.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 7
  • Comfort 1
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 962
80%
Member
  • Skoda
  • 225/45 R17
  • 34,796 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Average
The front tyres are worn out at 34K miles. The rear set will last another 1000 miles or so. Very good in both wet and dry conditions and the occasional snow. They do produce a fair bit of internal noise , maybe not an excessive amount, but still louder than I would like.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 7
Helpful 1,014
80%
Member
I won't be impressed by these tyres until they have travelled 1,000 kilometres.
The steering wheel feels wonderful, and the ride is comfortable.
At all speeds, there was a noticeable reduction in road noise at first.
Smooth on all road surfaces; low-frequency noise on the rough surface.
Short wet and dry braking distances.
While driving, I can feel the reduced rolling resistance, and the mileage has somewhat increased.
A value-for-money product.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 1,055
90%
Member
21 plate and the factory fitted Falken were on there last legs after 17k. Badly worn in the middle of tyre even though at the recommended 36psi. Have used Hankook in the past and like other cars I have used them on great tyres good feedback grip and smooth on the road.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 971
89%
Member
  • BMW X5
  • 275/40 R21
  • 10,000 miles
  • Mostly Town
  • Average
Fantastic tyre. I have had these on since new and have just gone past 15k kilometers. In terms of brands I have run a variety of Pirelli, Michelin and others on various SUV's in the past and these are the best all rounder I've had. Plenty of wear currently left on them and I will be buying another set when the time comes.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 1,177
52%
Member
Allright i needed a pair of new tyres for my Porsche Cayenne S 2011 V8, and my garage putted these on (without asking me) so far very noisy, even at low speeds, I’m considering to bring these tyres back to my garage. I don’t like noisy tires at all, especially by nice sounded engines. I will not recommend this tyre for SUV’s with wider size then 275, the test results are all good and Audi and Porsche fit them also from factory on these, but cannot understand why. I think the extra money to get Pirelli or Michelin is worth it.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 5
  • Handling 5
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 2
Helpful 1,034
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