77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
78/100
13 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Hankook Kinergy 4S vs Pirelli Cinturato All Season+ — 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
81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
90/100
59 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Pirelli Cinturato All Season+ — better comfort, treadwear and handling. Pick the Hankook Kinergy 4S if noise matters 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)
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Cinturato All Season+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 70 | 62 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 87 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 89% | 89% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 99% | 99% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Cinturato All Season+ leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Cinturato All Season+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 77 | 74 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 84 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 89% | 89% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 95% | 98% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Cinturato All Season+ leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Cinturato All Season+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 69 | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 85 |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 88% | 94% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 98% | 99% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Cinturato All Season+ leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Cinturato All Season+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 91 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Kinergy 4S leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Cinturato All Season+ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 95 | 52 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Cinturato All Season+ leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Cinturato All Season+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 88 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Cinturato All Season+ leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Cinturato All Season+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 81 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook Kinergy 4S | Pirelli Cinturato All Season+ |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 81 |
| Dry | 75 | 75 |
| Wet | 77 | 80 |
| Snow | 79 | 85 |
| Comfort | 77 | 92 |
| Noise | 95 | 67 |
| Treadwear | 72 | 85 |
| Handling | 68 | 81 |
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Headline score
77
/ 100
Tire A
81
/ 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 | 89% #6/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | 89% #17/31 · 2019 All Season Tyre Performance Overview | +0.7 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 99% #4/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | 99% #3/10 · 2018 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | -0.3 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 89% #2/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | 78% #9/10 · 2018 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | +10.5 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 100% #7/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | 97% #5/10 · 2018 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | +3.1 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 81% #2/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | 84% #5/10 · 2018 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | -3.3 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 20% #5/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | 11% #9/10 · 2018 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | +8.9 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 88% #6/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | 94% #7/10 · 2018 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | -5.3 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 98% #4/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | 99% #4/10 · 2018 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | -0.6 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 95% #4/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | 87% #9/10 · 2018 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | +7.8 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 89% #13/30 · 2025 All Season 30 Tyre Braking Test | 89% #17/31 · 2019 All Season Tyre Performance Overview | 0 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 95% #5/8 · 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | 98% #7/10 · 2018 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | -2.7 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
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.
The Pirelli Cinturato All Season+ is generally regarded as a reliable, high-performance all-season tire that excels in wet conditions and offers a comfortable, quiet ride for daily commuting. While most users praise its consistent grip and value, a subset of owners reports concerns regarding tread longevity and susceptibility to sidewall damage from road hazards.
Pros
- Excellent wet weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Strong value proposition compared to dealership pricing
- Predictable handling and cornering stability in varied temperatures
Cons
- Reports of premature tread wear in some applications
- Susceptibility to sidewall damage or flats from potholes
- Performance degradation in high-heat summer conditions
- Occasional reports of excessive road noise on specific vehicle chassis
Observations
- Users with performance-oriented vehicles like the BMW 3 Series and VW GTI report high satisfaction with cornering grip and ride comfort.
- Owners of larger vehicles or those with low-profile fitments noted a higher frequency of tire damage when encountering road hazards like potholes.
- The tire is frequently cited as a cost-effective, high-quality alternative to OEM-supplied run-flat tires for luxury vehicles.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Hankook Kinergy 4S | B · Pirelli Cinturato All Season+ |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season High Performance tires | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Hankook
81
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Pirelli Cinturato All Season+ — better comfort, treadwear and handling. Pick the Hankook Kinergy 4S if noise matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Hankook Kinergy 4S scores 95 vs 67 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Pirelli Cinturato All Season+ scores 92 vs 77 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Pirelli Cinturato All Season+ scores 85 vs 72 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Pirelli Cinturato All Season+ scores 81 vs 68 on handling.
Tire A · Hankook Kinergy 4S
Tire B · Pirelli Cinturato All Season+
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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.