75
/ 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 Vredestein Quatrac 2 — 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
78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
7 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Vredestein Quatrac 2 — better treadwear, comfort and dry. Pick the Hankook Kinergy 4S if snow and handling 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)
Quatrac 2 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Quatrac 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 70 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 83 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Quatrac 2 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Quatrac 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 77 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 81 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Kinergy 4S leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Quatrac 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 69 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 70 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Quatrac 2 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Quatrac 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 86 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Quatrac 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 95 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Quatrac 2 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Quatrac 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 85 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Kinergy 4S leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Quatrac 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 59 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook Kinergy 4S | Vredestein Quatrac 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 75 | 78 |
| Dry | 75 | 83 |
| Wet | 77 | 81 |
| Snow | 79 | 70 |
| Comfort | 77 | 86 |
| Noise | 95 | – |
| Treadwear | 72 | 85 |
| Handling | 68 | 59 |
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Headline score
75
/ 100
Tire A
78
/ 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 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 Vredestein Quatrac 2 is widely regarded as a highly capable all-season tire that excels in adverse weather conditions, particularly snow, ice, and wet surfaces. While users consistently praise its longevity and reliable traction, some note trade-offs in road noise and a slight reduction in fuel efficiency due to rolling resistance.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and confidence in snow, ice, and wet conditions
- Impressive tread life and durability over high mileage
- Strong value proposition compared to premium competitors
- Consistent performance even as the tread wears down
Cons
- Higher road noise levels compared to dedicated summer tires
- Increased rolling resistance leading to a slight decrease in fuel economy
- Perceived lack of sidewall rigidity and road feedback
- Occasional reports of susceptibility to punctures when new
Observations
- Users operating AWD vehicles, such as Subarus, report high satisfaction with the tire's versatility across varied terrains and climates.
- Drivers of diesel-powered sedans noted that the tire maintains superior grip levels compared to premium alternatives even as the tread approaches the end of its service life.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Hankook Kinergy 4S | B · Vredestein Quatrac 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season High Performance tires | All Season High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
75
/ 100
Hankook
78
/ 100
Vredestein
Winner: Vredestein Quatrac 2 — better treadwear, comfort and dry. Pick the Hankook Kinergy 4S if snow and handling matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Vredestein Quatrac 2 scores 85 vs 72 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Hankook Kinergy 4S scores 79 vs 70 on snow.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Hankook Kinergy 4S scores 68 vs 59 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Vredestein Quatrac 2 scores 86 vs 77 on comfort.
Tire A · Hankook Kinergy 4S
Tire B · Vredestein Quatrac 2
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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.