81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
75/100
5 professional tests
User signal (40%)
80/100
7 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
BFGoodrich g-Grip All Season 2 vs Hankook Kinergy 4S2 — 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.
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81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
89/100
28 professional tests
User signal (40%)
79/100
77 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: BFGoodrich g-Grip All Season 2 and Hankook Kinergy 4S2 are within 2 points overall. BFGoodrich g-Grip All Season 2 is stronger on treadwear, comfort and snow. Hankook Kinergy 4S2 is stronger on dry and wet.
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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)
Kinergy 4S2 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | g-Grip All Season 2 | Kinergy 4S2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 73 | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 81 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 89% | 93% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 97% | 96% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Kinergy 4S2 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | g-Grip All Season 2 | Kinergy 4S2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 81 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 86% | 91% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 96% | 97% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
g-Grip All Season 2 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | g-Grip All Season 2 | Kinergy 4S2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | 77 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 94 | 75 |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 100% | 94% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 100% | 97% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
g-Grip All Season 2 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | g-Grip All Season 2 | Kinergy 4S2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 80 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 74 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | g-Grip All Season 2 | Kinergy 4S2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | 78 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
g-Grip All Season 2 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | g-Grip All Season 2 | Kinergy 4S2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 76 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | g-Grip All Season 2 | Kinergy 4S2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 74 |
| DriverReviews owners | 86 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich g-Grip All Season 2 | Hankook Kinergy 4S2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 81 |
| Dry | 73 | 84 |
| Wet | 74 | 85 |
| Snow | 83 | 78 |
| Comfort | 87 | 80 |
| Noise | 83 | 83 |
| Treadwear | 90 | 80 |
| Handling | 74 | 74 |
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Tire A
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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% #19/31 · 2019 All Season Tyre Performance Overview | 93% #4/16 · 2024 ADAC All Season Tyre Test | -4.2 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 97% #7/7 · 2020 Sport Auto All Season Tyre Test | 96% #2/10 · The BEST All Season Tyres For 2026/27 | +0.6 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 90% #8/14 · 2020 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | 83% #5/10 · 2018 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | +7.2 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 100% #1/7 · 2020 Sport Auto All Season Tyre Test | 99% #12/16 · 2023 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | +1.5 | Different tests |
| Value | Other | 89% #12/14 · 2020 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | 87% #8/10 · 2018 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | +1.3 | Different tests |
| Wear | Other | 76% #10/14 · 2020 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | 59% #9/10 · 2018 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | +17.2 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 6% #18/32 · 2021 All Season Tyre Market Overview | 20% #5/16 · 2026 ADAC All Season Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 | -14.4 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 100% #1/14 · 2020 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | 94% #4/15 · 2025 AutoBild All Season Tyre Test | +6.2 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 100% #2/14 · 2020 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | 97% #8/10 · 2018 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | +2.3 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 93% #12/14 · 2020 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | 96% #3/10 · 2018 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | -3.2 | Different tests |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Total | 0% #10/14 · 2020 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | 0% #7/15 · 2025 AutoBild All Season Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 86% #23/31 · 2019 All Season Tyre Performance Overview | 91% #4/10 · 2024 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | -5 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 96% #13/14 · 2020 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | 97% #4/16 · 2021 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | -1.2 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The BFGoodrich g-Grip All Season 2 is widely regarded as a high-value, durable tire that excels in diverse weather conditions, including heavy snow and extreme temperature fluctuations. While it offers impressive longevity and comfort, performance-oriented drivers may find the sidewall softness and handling characteristics less engaging compared to dedicated summer performance tires.
Pros
- Exceptional tread longevity and durability over high mileage.
- Strong, reliable grip in wet, snowy, and icy conditions.
- High levels of ride comfort and low road noise.
- Excellent value proposition compared to premium-tier competitors.
Cons
- Noticeable sidewall softness leading to a 'mushy' feel during aggressive cornering.
- Not suitable for high-horsepower rear-wheel-drive vehicles due to traction limitations.
- Requires a warm-up period to reach optimal operating grip levels.
- Unconventional steering feedback that may require an adjustment period for some drivers.
Observations
- High-performance vehicles (e.g., Tesla Model 3 Performance) report excellent all-weather capability and longevity, though drivers accustomed to dedicated performance tires may dislike the handling dynamics.
- High-horsepower rear-wheel-drive vehicles experience significant traction loss and wheel chatter under acceleration, indicating the tire is not suited for performance-oriented driving styles.
The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 is widely regarded as a high-value, versatile all-season tire that excels in wet and cold conditions. While most users praise its exceptional price-to-performance ratio and reliable handling in varied weather, some report concerns regarding road noise at highway speeds and inconsistent tread longevity.
Pros
- Exceptional wet weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- Strong value proposition with a competitive price point
- Reliable performance in cold temperatures and light-to-moderate snow
- Solid dry handling and steering responsiveness for an all-season tire
Cons
- Audible road noise or 'whining' at highway speeds (120-140 km/h)
- Reports of inconsistent tread wear or premature degradation
- Potential for reduced fuel economy compared to dedicated summer or specialized touring tires
- Occasional reports of sudden grip loss at the limit on specific vehicle setups
Observations
- EV owners noted that the tire can be noticeably noisier than specialized low-noise EV tires.
- Users with performance-oriented or heavier vehicles reported more rapid wear on the front axle.
- Drivers of smaller, lighter vehicles often praised the tire's ability to improve ride comfort and handling over OEM options.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich g-Grip All Season 2 | B · Hankook Kinergy 4S2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring All Season tire | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
BFGoodrich
81
/ 100
Hankook
Too close to call: BFGoodrich g-Grip All Season 2 and Hankook Kinergy 4S2 are within 2 points overall. BFGoodrich g-Grip All Season 2 is stronger on treadwear, comfort and snow. Hankook Kinergy 4S2 is stronger on dry and wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Hankook Kinergy 4S2 scores 84 vs 73 on dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Hankook Kinergy 4S2 scores 85 vs 74 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
BFGoodrich g-Grip All Season 2 scores 90 vs 80 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
BFGoodrich g-Grip All Season 2 scores 87 vs 80 on comfort.
Tire A · BFGoodrich g-Grip All Season 2
Tire B · Hankook Kinergy 4S2
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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.