Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3

The Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 is the logical continuation of the success story of Hankook's Ultra-High Performance tyres. Like the S1 Evo 2, it offers a very safe and sporting-yet-comfortable driving experience in both dry and wet conditions. The latest member of the Hankook Ventus family, which celebrated its market launch back in 1994, sets a new focus, in particular in the area of environmental protection and resource conservation.

Tyre review data from 58 tyre reviews averaging 77% over 500,567 miles driven, and 24 tests with an average result of 5th.

Dry Grip 86%
Wet Grip 84%
Road Feedback 73%
Handling 74%
Wear 71%
Comfort 77%
Buy again 73%
Expected Mileage 20,309 miles (32,684 km) High Confidence
Test Data

20,084 miles (32,322 km) from 5 test(s)

User Review Data

20,833 miles (33,527 km) from 12 end-of-life reviews

Based on user-submitted reviews where tyres reached end of life

First On MarketMay 2021
Wheel Size17 - 22"
Width205 - 345mm
Profile25 - 65
Rolling ResistanceA - D
Wet GripA - C
Noise (dB)67 - 75
Winter RatingNot Winter Rated

The Ventus S1 evo 3 is ranked 47th of 84 Summer Max Performance tyres.

This tyre replaced the Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 and this tyre has been replaced by the Hankook Ventus Evo.

In Depth Tyre Comparisons

Tests Included

24

Best Result

1st

Worst Result

14th

Average Result

5th

Latest Tyre Test Results

2024 AZ Summer Tyre Test
3rd of 9 tyres
  • The Hankook Ventus S1 evo³ offers a comfortable and quiet ride with good handling characteristics, making it a balanced choice with a slightly sportier feel. While it performs well overall, it's not the best choice if fuel economy is your main concern.
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2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test
5th of 8 tyres

  • Summary

    The Hankook Ventus S1 evo3, previously a winner, performed well but couldn't match the top performers in this test. Its strongest results were in wet conditions, ranking third in wet braking and straight-line aquaplaning. However, it struggled in wet cornering and handling. In dry conditions, the tyre showed decent performance, with good braking and mid-table handling results. While lacking the outright grip of the best tyres, it demonstrated good feel, balance, and predictability in both wet and dry conditions. The tyre also showed strong refinement with low cabin noise and good bump absorption. Its fuel economy was decent, contributing to a solid overall performance.

    Results

    The Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 achieved an overall score of 99.3%, priced at £99.16. In wet conditions, it ranked 3rd in wet braking (99.10%) and straight aquaplaning (98.20%), but struggled in wet cornering (8th, 97.40%) and handling (6th, 98.30%). It performed better in curved aquaplaning, ranking 6th (86.80%). Dry performance was mid-range, with 4th in dry braking (97.60%) and 5th in dry handling (98.60%). The tyre ranked 6th in cabin noise (94.0%) and 4th in rolling resistance (92.50%).

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The BEST Performance Tyres Tested
4th of 6 tyres
  • The Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 offered excellent value for money and commendable wet grip, with low energy use.
  • The Hankook had the slowest steering response of the test, feeling more like a comfort bias tyre than an outright sports tyre. It also has one of the lowest aquaplaning resistances on test.
  • The Hankook excelled in terms of value for money and offered commendable grip. They were particularly impressive in handling larger impacts but were less precise to steer and provided less feedback at the limit. Recommended if you're looking for a well priced tyre with excellent wet grip and good levels of comfort.

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Show All Summer Max Performance tyres

SizeFuelWetNoise
17 inch
225/45R17 94 Y XLCA72
225/45R17 94 Y XLBA70
225/50R17 98 Y XLAB69
215/45R17 91 W XLCA71
215/45R17 91 W XLBB71
215/45R17 91 W XLBB71
18 inch
225/40R18 92 Y XLCA72
225/40R18 92 Y XLDA72
245/45R18 100 Y XLBB69
245/45R18 100 Y XLAA70
19 inch
235/35R19 91 YCA69
235/35R19 91 Y XLCA69
235/35R19 91 YCA69
20 inch
255/45R20 105 YCA73
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Questions and Answers for the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3

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April 1, 2019

Anyone knows, if this tyre will come at 255/55R19 size? So far I can't find it at that size.

It is likely the SUV version of the EVO 3 will be produced in this size soon.
July 27, 2020

Please, i would like to know UTQG informations about Ventus S1 EVO3 225/45 R17 94Y, treadwear, traction, temperature..thanks

Unfortunately I don't have access to that data, sory. You could check directly with Hankook.
July 24, 2021

Does the ventus S1 evo3 k127 have the rim protection?

In the sizes I've tested it does not, however I expect it to have rim protection in certain large wheel sizes.
December 26, 2021

depth of tire pattern?

The Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 usually starts around 7.8mm, though there can be variation depending on tyre size.
January 29, 2022

Already been answered but have any of there evo 3 k127s have rim protection as of 2022? And are these tyres rated as XL tyres?

Rim protection varies by size, as does the XL rating. Your tyre retailer should be able to help tell you which is XL.
February 20, 2023

Hello my car is with 245/45/18 and I’m thinking what to buy normal evo 3 C/A/72 or evo with * for bmw and A/A/70 my car is Citroen c5 2012 is not bmw but this stats is better

In your case I would stick with the aftermarket version of the tyre, the * marked version of the evo3 will be tuned to work with the BMW platform, and even if the label doesn't show a reduction in wet grip for braking, it is likely to be worse in wet handling.
September 14, 2024

I am shopping for tires for a BMW 530i M sport, the sizes are 275/40/18 and 245/45/18 These are available in both the BMW (*) version --Run-Flat-- OR normal flavor, non run-flat, without the BMW (*) Should I avoid the run-flat meaning that I also forgo the BMW (*)?

Many people enjoy moving away from runflat tyres, but it really is a personal choice. Generally non-* tyres offer better wet grip so I wouldn't sweat that.
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Size Price Range  
205/45 R17 £133.99 - £133.99 (1 Prices) Compare Prices >>
225/40 R18 £107.99 - £111.99 (2 Prices) Compare Prices >>
235/35 R19 £162.99 - £162.99 (1 Prices) Compare Prices >>
245/40 R19 £177.99 - £177.99 (1 Prices) Compare Prices >>
Available in 45 tyre sizes - View all.

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Top 3 Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 Reviews

Given 79% while driving a BMW 140i xdrive (245/30 R19) on mostly country roads for 3,500 spirited miles
Very good in wet conditions. Grip levels are ok in the dry but very safe feel when pushing hard. Noise and comfort very good. No signs of wear so far. Great allrounder,will try on trak i hope.
Helpful 124 - tyre reviewed on May 5, 2025
Given 100% while driving a Alfa Romeo Giulietta (225/40 R18) on a combination of roads for 100 average miles
Alfa Romeo Giulietta Qvline 2.0 diesel. Real good tyres, before this I'll drive on Pirelli Powergy.
Helpful 136 - tyre reviewed on March 5, 2025
Given 72% while driving a Volkswagen Golf GTI (235/35 R19) on mostly country roads for 6,500 spirited miles
These came on my Mk8 GTI 380 with many mods, which I've put 6500 miles on and I've had all of the following Max/Ultra High Performance Summer Tires on hot hatches or sports coupes. I live in western NC and value handling, dry grip and feedback above wear and comfort. 18-20K is all that I've ever gotten out of a set of skins. That said, I was really disappointed that it didn't come with Contentals and really wanted to hate the Hankooks - but they are a pretty decent tire. I've had Bridgestones and Continentals (Loved), Michelins (Disappointing) most recently, and the Hankooks are just below the Michelins in dry handling and feedback. Breakaway is gradual, with the Hankooks giving you enough feedback to warn you that you're about to trash your new shiny toy. Would I replace them with the new Evo? It's an intriguing question - I've got a little time to do a Lot of research.
Helpful 117 - tyre reviewed on April 16, 2025
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Latest Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 Reviews

Given 51% while driving a Tesla Model Y Long Range (225/45 R19) on mostly motorways for 20,000 average miles
These Hankook tyres came with my Model Y. On 3 separate occasions the outer part of the tyre has delaminated from the inner part causing a bubble in the tyre. This leads to severe vibration so it is pretty obvious. Only solution is to replace the tyre, which I've now done 3 times. In Scotland we have a lot of rough roads and pot holes so maybe that's why but I have never had this with any other vehicle or tyre. Also, comfort I find to be awful. Compared to the Pirelli winter tyres that I fit seasonally the Hankook is very harsh and uncomfortable over rough road surfaces. I'd steer clear unless you live in mainland Europe where there are no potholes.
Helpful 117 - tyre reviewed on April 1, 2025
Given 76% while driving a MINI Cooper S Coupe (205/45 R17) on mostly town for 9,000 easy going miles
Still unsure if they are runflats or not one tyre has a bubble despite only having travelled 14000 and dealer telling us 2 fronts need replacement
Helpful 126 - tyre reviewed on January 18, 2025
Tyre reviews and ratingsTyre Reviews Replies
If they are a runflat version it will be clearly marked on the sidewall. Hankook call their runflat system HRS.
There's a new all season tire, can it be best?!
Given 76% while driving a Honda Civic 1.5T (235/40 R18) on mostly town for 16,000 spirited miles
Replaced my Michelin PS4 with this tyre after asking around for a PS4 alternative. It's almost half the price of PS4. I was skeptical at first if it is any good but decided to give it a try.

Dry grip - Less grippy when cold. Need to warm up the tyre first for it to grip. More grippy than PS4 in dry.
Wet grip - It's okay but don't expect PS4 level. Hard braking in wet would upset the car slightly. Never had that in PS4 even down to 30% tread.
Road feedback & handling - Not its strongest point. Feedback is numb, handling is more often delayed. TBH it feels more like a slightly higher performance touring tyre than a UHP tyre.
Wear - Clocked approx 16k km with it so far and the tread still left 70%. Been driving it hard for couple of months. Drove over quite a number of potholes and it never bulge. Very durable.
Comfort - A comfort tyre, feel plushie and soft. Quiet at first but gets loud when it starts to wear. Absorbs uneven roads.
Helpful 161 - tyre reviewed on November 5, 2024
Given 70% while driving a Tesla Model 3 LR (235/40 R19) on mostly motorways for 43,500 average miles
Had these tire's fitted as stock from Tesla and they have been really good reliable tires. I don't have anything to compare them to on the Model 3, dry grip has been excellent but I have experienced times on wet roads where the cars stabilization control has taken over. Not sure if this is just an over aggressive stabilization control on the car though. The most impressive thing on this tire is the tread wear, it's just reached 70,000KM and there is still some treadwear left on them, I reckon they can go for another 5,000KM but given their age (5 years), I will get them replaced. Thank you Hankook for a safe 70,000KM's.
Helpful 166 - tyre reviewed on October 21, 2024
Given 69% while driving a Volkswagen Mk8 GTI (235/30 R19) on mostly town for 21,000 spirited miles
So far, I love this tire. I think it has fairly decent dry grip, especially near end of life as the tread has worn down and it gets closer to slick. I haven't tracked the tire, so no extreme heat, but it breaks traction fairly slowly and is predictable near the limit. The tire has also worn well, 20k out of a tire like this given my driving style is fairly impressive. It grips up progressively after a slide, so no snappiness. I do wish it had more feel in the steering though, however I can't tell if thats the racks fault or the tires fault given that this is my first set of tires on the car. I would get again, but keep in mind the prices are fairly close to a Pilot Super Sport (Star BMW) or a Pilot Super Sport 4S, and that tire is probably a better performer in every regard and lasts approximately as long as the Hankook.
Helpful 171 - tyre reviewed on September 18, 2024
Given 79% while driving a Buick Regal (245/35 R20) on mostly town for 28,000 average miles
Super tyres in wet and dry . i have them on 20 inch rims and they are still comfy to ride . The only complain i have is that they start having dry cracks before they are worn out . The car inspection said they have to be replaced at the next inspection next year . So its a bit sad i have to put new tires on before they met the minimum marker . But its not that bad . they would maybe last 1 more extra year . But i wont buy them again because if this problem . they lasted 4.5 years and about 28.000 miles .
Helpful 154 - tyre reviewed on August 28, 2024
Given 70% while driving a Maserati Granturismo (285/35 R20) on a combination of roads for 3,000 average miles
I bought a Maserati Granturismo 4.7 second hand and I found these tyres on my car, maybe they are not design to handle many HP, I don't feel much control if I push on the gas either with the electronic control the traction is not so good, I have to push very gentle, because of this lack of confidence I can't say too much, I will replace asap with something with more grip. I never try on the wet because if on the dry is not so good I can't imagine what has to be on the wet.
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Helpful 176 - tyre reviewed on August 21, 2024
Given 86% while driving a Audi 1.8T Quattro (235/45 R20) on mostly motorways for 40,000 easy going miles
Used on Skoda Kodiaq. I do 900k's a week and clocked up 65k's on these and rotated twice. awesome wear. Used over 2 winters and no slips whats so ever on the twisty roads I drive. Highly recommended. Swapped over from the Continentals on car and would have replaced with them but they were twice the price. can't compare the two as swapped out nearly wore continentals at around 40k's.
Helpful 151 - tyre reviewed on August 20, 2024
Given 87% while driving a Ford Fiesta ST Line 140 (205/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 10,000 spirited miles
Bought a set of these to replace the old Michelin PS4's. Knew they would be good, but they have surprised me with just how good they have been overall. Dry grip is great, wet grip is very good too. I drive a lot of miles on mixed roads, and the tyres are the perfect all rounder being excellent on the twisty stuff but also unbelievably comfortable on the motorway, much more so than the Michelin's were. They are wearing quite well too, with my garage estimating them to last around 25k miles by time they need changed again. Overall very happy.
Helpful 161 - tyre reviewed on July 22, 2024
Given 84% while driving a Audi 2.7 TDi S Line Saloon (245/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 15,000 spirited miles
Grip in both dry and wet is simply amazing. Steering response and precision are not great, and that is putting it mildly, both of those are due to a very soft side wall, but you will have a hard time finding a tire that grips more than the evo3 (when the steerig lock is big enough to make it grip). Inspite of the lackluster responsivenes and feedback, it is really easy to drive at the limit as the tire is very forgiving to driver errors.

While the wet grip is very good, the tire does tend to aquaplane a lot sooner than similar tires from other manufacturers. This is probably the quietest tire I have ever driven. Somehow this tire eats up smaller bumps as if you are riding on air, but is terrible at handling bigger bumps. So far I also observed a surprising resistance to punctures displayed by this tire, but this seems to be one of the most often overlooked achievements of most premium manufacturers in the last 10 years.
Helpful 160 - tyre reviewed on June 16, 2024
Given 82% while driving a BMW X3 2.0d Sport (245/45 R19) on mostly town for 2,000 average miles
Changed my P Zeros to a cheaper brand and brought Hankook for my BMW X3 and i was very surprised , the drive was smooth and road handing very good but i don't drive fast in the wet, and they are very quite as well when on the motorway . The last lost of tyres were nearly £1k and these were £766 and to be fair what a great buy, not had them long enough to judge the road wear but the Pirellis in my opinion wore very quickly especially at the front .
Helpful 172 - tyre reviewed on May 22, 2024
Given 74% while driving a Alfa Romeo Giuiletta (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 7,000 average miles
It is really strange that Hankook markets this tire as a performance tire. Regardless of wet or dry ground, pure adhesion level is very high, car just grips and goes, no need for heat to build up to grip whatsoever but the steering is so indirect and numb that even my old cheap brand winter tires feel much responsive and more sensitive, especially in terms of on center feel. And you'll always need an extra small correction after first initial turn in command, it is that numb. On the other hand it is by far the most comfortable tyre i had, it literally takes the ride quality of the car two steps up, especially in potholes. Great tyre for the price but just don't think it as a sporty performance tyre.
Helpful 138 - tyre reviewed on May 9, 2024