85
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
85/100
7 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Goodyear Assurance Triplemax vs Hankook Kinergy 4S — 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
74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
78/100
13 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Assurance Triplemax — better dry, handling and wet. 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)
Assurance Triplemax leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Assurance Triplemax | Kinergy 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 70 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 82 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Assurance Triplemax leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Assurance Triplemax | Kinergy 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 77 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 76 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Assurance Triplemax | Kinergy 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 69 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 93 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Assurance Triplemax leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Assurance Triplemax | Kinergy 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 77 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Assurance Triplemax | Kinergy 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 95 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Assurance Triplemax leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Assurance Triplemax | Kinergy 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 72 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Assurance Triplemax leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Assurance Triplemax | Kinergy 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 68 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Assurance Triplemax | Hankook Kinergy 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 85 | 74 |
| Dry | 90 | 75 |
| Wet | 89 | 77 |
| Snow | – | 79 |
| Comfort | 80 | 77 |
| Noise | – | 95 |
| Treadwear | 83 | 72 |
| Handling | 81 | 68 |
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Headline score
85
/ 100
Tire A
74
/ 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 Goodyear Assurance Triplemax is highly regarded by users for its exceptional grip in both dry and wet conditions, providing a confident driving experience. Owners frequently highlight the tire's impressive longevity and durability, making it a reliable choice for daily commuting and varied road environments.
Pros
- Excellent braking performance and grip in wet conditions
- High durability and long tread life
- Strong resistance to hydroplaning
- Good balance of comfort and handling
Cons
- Sidewall vulnerability when driven under-inflated or with a puncture
- Limited feedback on extreme high-performance limits
- Potential for rubber aging over extended multi-year periods
Observations
- Users report consistent performance across both sporty sedans and standard passenger vehicles.
- The tire demonstrates high resilience in heavy traffic environments, maintaining performance characteristics over high mileage.
The Hankook Kinergy 4S is generally regarded as a highly capable all-season tire, particularly praised for its impressive performance in wet, cold, and snowy conditions. While many users report excellent traction and safety in adverse weather, the tire receives mixed feedback regarding its tread longevity and consistency in dry-weather handling.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and stability in wet and torrential rain conditions
- Strong performance in snow and slush, often cited as a viable alternative to dedicated winter tires
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium competitors
- Reliable emergency braking performance on slick surfaces
Cons
- Reports of premature tread wear and shorter-than-expected service life
- Inconsistent dry-road handling and feedback compared to dedicated summer tires
- Occasional reports of poor traction on greasy or specific wet road surfaces
- Increased road noise noted by some users
Observations
- Users of compact SUVs, such as the Honda CR-V, have reported significantly lower tread life than expected for the vehicle class.
- Drivers of performance-oriented vehicles, such as the Civic Type R, noted a trade-off in lateral grip and steering feedback when switching from dedicated summer tires.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Assurance Triplemax | B · Hankook Kinergy 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | All Season High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
85
/ 100
Goodyear
74
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Goodyear Assurance Triplemax — better dry, handling and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear Assurance Triplemax scores 90 vs 75 on dry.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Assurance Triplemax scores 81 vs 68 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Assurance Triplemax scores 89 vs 77 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Assurance Triplemax scores 83 vs 72 on treadwear.
Tire A · Goodyear Assurance Triplemax
Tire B · Hankook Kinergy 4S
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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.