80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
14 professional tests
User signal (40%)
84/100
10 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 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
77
/ 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: Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 — better handling, treadwear and wet. Pick the Hankook Kinergy 4S if comfort and noise matter most to you.
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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)
MultiSeason Gen 02 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | MultiSeason Gen 02 | Kinergy 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 69 | 70 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 82 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 92% | 92% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 97% | 99% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
MultiSeason Gen 02 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | MultiSeason Gen 02 | Kinergy 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 77 | 77 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 76 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 91% | 89% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 98% | 95% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
MultiSeason Gen 02 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | MultiSeason Gen 02 | Kinergy 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 77 | 69 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 93 |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 88% | 88% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 96% | 98% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Kinergy 4S leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | MultiSeason Gen 02 | Kinergy 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 45 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 77 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Kinergy 4S leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | MultiSeason Gen 02 | Kinergy 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 84 | 95 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
MultiSeason Gen 02 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | MultiSeason Gen 02 | Kinergy 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 72 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
MultiSeason Gen 02 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | MultiSeason Gen 02 | Kinergy 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 68 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 | Hankook Kinergy 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 80 | 77 |
| Dry | 76 | 75 |
| Wet | 80 | 77 |
| Snow | 80 | 79 |
| Comfort | 60 | 77 |
| Noise | 84 | 95 |
| Treadwear | 87 | 72 |
| Handling | 88 | 68 |
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Headline score
80
/ 100
Tire A
77
/ 100
Tire B
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 92% #19/30 · 2025 All Season 30 Tyre Braking Test | 92% #16/30 · 2025 All Season 30 Tyre Braking Test | -0.4 | Same test |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 97% #16/16 · 2023 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | 99% #4/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | -1.6 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 84% #7/9 · 2023 Auto Zeitung All Season Tyre Test | 89% #2/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | -4.8 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 99% #10/16 · 2024 ADAC All Season Tyre Test | 100% #7/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | -0.7 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 73% #7/16 · 2021 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | 81% #2/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | -7.3 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 6% #16/30 · 2025 All Season 30 Tyre Braking Test | 25% #4/6 · New VS 4mm VS 2mm All Season Tyre Performance | -18.8 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 88% #12/16 · 2024 ADAC All Season Tyre Test | 88% #6/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | -0.7 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 96% #9/14 · 2020 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | 98% #4/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | -2.6 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 95% #8/15 · 2022 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | 95% #4/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | -0.4 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 91% #7/35 · 2022 All Season Tyre Market Overview | 89% #13/30 · 2025 All Season 30 Tyre Braking Test | +1.6 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 98% #7/14 · 2020 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | 95% #5/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | +2.9 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 is widely regarded as a high-value all-season tire that excels in cold, wet, and snowy conditions. While most users praise its longevity and consistent performance across varied climates, some report concerns regarding increased road noise and significant performance degradation in extreme summer heat.
Pros
- Excellent traction and stability in wet, snowy, and icy conditions
- Strong tread longevity and durability over high mileage
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium competitors
- Reliable dry handling and braking performance in moderate temperatures
Cons
- Noticeable road noise, particularly at higher speeds
- Poor braking performance and safety concerns in high-temperature summer conditions
- Potential for premature dry rotting or tread degradation in specific climates
Observations
- Users across various compact vehicle platforms, including the Dacia Logan and Suzuki Splash, report consistent satisfaction with the tire's multi-season versatility.
- The tire demonstrates reliable performance for high-mileage drivers, with several users reporting over 20,000 miles of use while maintaining adequate tread depth.
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 · Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 | B · Hankook Kinergy 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Touring tires | All Season High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
80
/ 100
Firestone
77
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 — better handling, treadwear and wet. Pick the Hankook Kinergy 4S if comfort and noise matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 scores 88 vs 68 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Hankook Kinergy 4S scores 77 vs 60 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 scores 87 vs 72 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Hankook Kinergy 4S scores 95 vs 84 on noise.
Tire A · Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02
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.