88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
85/100
5 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental WinterContact TS 790 vs Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 — Compared (September 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
71/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
79/100
28 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental WinterContact TS 790 — better wet, treadwear and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
WinterContact TS 790 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | WinterContact TS 790 | Winter i*cept evo2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 77 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 84 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
WinterContact TS 790 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | WinterContact TS 790 | Winter i*cept evo2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 92 | 78 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | WinterContact TS 790 | Winter i*cept evo2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 89 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 73 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
WinterContact TS 790 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | WinterContact TS 790 | Winter i*cept evo2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 82 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | WinterContact TS 790 | Winter i*cept evo2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 100 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
WinterContact TS 790 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | WinterContact TS 790 | Winter i*cept evo2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 83 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
WinterContact TS 790 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | WinterContact TS 790 | Winter i*cept evo2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 81 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental WinterContact TS 790 | Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 88 | 82 |
| Dry | 82 | 80 |
| Wet | 92 | 84 |
| Snow | – | 82 |
| Comfort | 86 | 82 |
| Noise | – | 100 |
| Treadwear | 90 | 83 |
| Handling | 88 | 81 |
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Headline score
88
/ 100
Tire A
82
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental WinterContact TS 790 is regarded as a reliable and durable winter tire, particularly well-suited for regions with mild winter conditions. Users consistently praise its longevity and wet-weather performance, though its capability in deep snow is viewed as adequate rather than class-leading.
Pros
- Exceptional tread longevity and durability
- Strong grip and stability in wet conditions
- High level of ride comfort
- Consistent performance in mild, slushy, or light snow environments
Cons
- Limited performance in heavy or deep snow conditions
- Not optimized for severe winter climates
Observations
- Demonstrates excellent versatility and reliability on compact city vehicles like the Skoda Citigo
- Maintains high tread depth even after significant mileage (40,000km)
The Hankook Winter i cept evo2 is widely regarded as a high-value, comfort-oriented winter tire that performs reliably in mild to moderate winter conditions. While it excels in noise reduction and ride quality, user consensus is mixed regarding its performance in deep snow and its longevity, with some users noting a significant drop-off in grip as the tread wears down over several seasons.
Pros
- Excellent ride comfort and low noise levels
- Strong value-for-money proposition compared to premium competitors
- Predictable and progressive handling in wet and dry conditions
- Good traction in light to moderate snow and slush
Cons
- Noticeable decline in performance and grip as the tire ages/tread wears
- Struggles in deep snow or extreme winter conditions
- Soft sidewalls can lead to vague steering feedback during spirited driving
- Increased fuel consumption reported by some users
Observations
- BMW owners frequently use these as a comfortable alternative to factory run-flat tires, noting improved ride quality.
- Performance on RWD vehicles in deep snow is reported as inconsistent, with some users experiencing significant traction loss.
- Users with high-torque vehicles noted that the tire can struggle to put power down effectively on dry pavement.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental WinterContact TS 790 | B · Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter High Performance tires | Ultra High Performance Winter tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
88
/ 100
Continental
82
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 790 — better wet, treadwear and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental WinterContact TS 790 scores 92 vs 84 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Continental WinterContact TS 790 scores 90 vs 83 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Continental WinterContact TS 790 scores 88 vs 81 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental WinterContact TS 790 scores 86 vs 82 on comfort.
Tire A · Continental WinterContact TS 790
Tire B · Hankook Winter i*cept evo2
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.