69
/ 100
Objective (60%)
71/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
63/100
6 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Avon AS7 Gen 2 vs Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 — 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%)
81/100
12 professional tests
User signal (40%)
81/100
123 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 — better treadwear, handling and wet. Pick the Avon AS7 Gen 2 if comfort 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)
Ventus Prime 3 K125 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | AS7 Gen 2 | Ventus Prime 3 K125 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 82 | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 89 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 92% | 96% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 100% | 96% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Ventus Prime 3 K125 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | AS7 Gen 2 | Ventus Prime 3 K125 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 71 | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 80 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 84% | 100% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 92% | 98% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | AS7 Gen 2 | Ventus Prime 3 K125 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 65 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
AS7 Gen 2 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | AS7 Gen 2 | Ventus Prime 3 K125 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 78 | 60 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 80 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Ventus Prime 3 K125 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | AS7 Gen 2 | Ventus Prime 3 K125 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 58 | 65 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ventus Prime 3 K125 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | AS7 Gen 2 | Ventus Prime 3 K125 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 80 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Ventus Prime 3 K125 leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | AS7 Gen 2 | Ventus Prime 3 K125 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 79 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Avon AS7 Gen 2 | Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 69 | 78 |
| Dry | 83 | 88 |
| Wet | 76 | 83 |
| Snow | 63 | – |
| Comfort | 74 | 68 |
| Noise | 58 | 65 |
| Treadwear | 60 | 80 |
| Handling | 63 | 79 |
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Headline score
69
/ 100
Tire A
78
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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% #5/32 · 2021 All Season Tyre Market Overview | 96% #4/9 · 2018 AZ Summer AND All Season Tyre Test | -4.5 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 100% #8/9 · 2021 Tyre Reviews All Season Tyre Test | 96% #3/9 · 2018 AZ Summer AND All Season Tyre Test | +3.7 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 79% #9/9 · 2021 Tyre Reviews All Season Tyre Test | 91% #3/9 · 2018 AZ Summer AND All Season Tyre Test | -12.8 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 97% #4/9 · 2021 Tyre Reviews All Season Tyre Test | 96% #2/9 · 2018 AZ Summer AND All Season Tyre Test | +1 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 13% #8/9 · 2021 Tyre Reviews All Season Tyre Test | 20% #5/20 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test | -7.5 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 95% #7/9 · 2021 Tyre Reviews All Season Tyre Test | 95% #10/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | -0.3 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 90% #9/9 · 2021 Tyre Reviews All Season Tyre Test | 90% #5/12 · 2020 Tyre Reviews Ultimate Summer Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 84% #29/32 · 2021 All Season Tyre Market Overview | 100% #1/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | -16 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 92% #7/9 · 2021 Tyre Reviews All Season Tyre Test | 98% #3/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | -5.8 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Avon AS7 Gen 2 receives a polarized reception, with users split between praising its wet-weather competence and criticizing its longevity and inconsistent performance in specific conditions. While some drivers find it a reliable all-rounder for daily commuting, others report significant concerns regarding rapid tread wear and unpredictable handling on damp or icy surfaces.
Pros
- Strong grip and braking performance on wet and dry tarmac
- Good value proposition for budget-conscious buyers
- Durable tread life reported by some users on lighter vehicles
- Improved fuel efficiency noted by some drivers
Cons
- Rapid tread wear reported by high-mileage users
- Increased road noise on rougher road surfaces
- Inconsistent handling on damp, icy, or muddy roads
- Negative impact on fuel economy for some vehicle configurations
Observations
- Users with smaller, lighter vehicles like the Peugeot 207 report excellent durability and grip, though noted a 'floaty' sensation in corners.
- Drivers of SUVs like the Subaru Forester report balanced performance but highlight noise issues on specific road textures.
The Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 is widely regarded as a high-value touring tire that excels in dry conditions and offers a comfortable, quiet ride for daily commuting. While it is frequently praised for its competitive pricing and balanced performance, some users report inconsistent wet-weather confidence and accelerated tread wear when subjected to heavier vehicle loads or aggressive driving styles.
Pros
- Excellent dry road grip and braking performance
- High value-for-money ratio compared to premium competitors
- Comfortable ride quality with effective vibration absorption
- Predictable and stable handling for touring applications
Cons
- Increased risk of hydroplaning as tread depth decreases
- Accelerated tread wear on heavier vehicles or under high-torque conditions
- Noise levels can increase noticeably after several thousand miles
- Sidewall durability concerns, including reports of cracking
Observations
- Users with heavier vehicles (e.g., MPVs like the Sharan or SUVs) report significantly faster tread wear and reduced longevity.
- Drivers noted that the tire performs best as a comfort-oriented touring tire, with some users finding it less responsive or 'dull' on smaller 16-inch rim sizes compared to 17-inch variants.
- Performance is highly sensitive to tread depth; wet-weather grip and aquaplaning resistance drop off noticeably once the tire reaches the 3-4mm wear mark.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Avon AS7 Gen 2 | B · Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
69
/ 100
Avon
78
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 — better treadwear, handling and wet. Pick the Avon AS7 Gen 2 if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 scores 80 vs 60 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 scores 79 vs 63 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 scores 83 vs 76 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 scores 65 vs 58 on noise.
Tire A · Avon AS7 Gen 2
Tire B · Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125
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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.