78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
81/100
12 professional tests
User signal (40%)
81/100
123 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 vs Laufenn S fit EQ — 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
66
/ 100
Objective (60%)
68/100
11 professional tests
User signal (40%)
67/100
14 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 — better handling, wet and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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 7
Why this score
| Source | Ventus Prime 3 K125 | S fit EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 78 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 96% | 93% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 96% | 99% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Ventus Prime 3 K125 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Ventus Prime 3 K125 | S fit EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 85 | 71 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 63 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 100% | 88% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 99% | 99% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Ventus Prime 3 K125 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Ventus Prime 3 K125 | S fit EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 60 | 42 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 73 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Ventus Prime 3 K125 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Ventus Prime 3 K125 | S fit EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 65 | 57 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ventus Prime 3 K125 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Ventus Prime 3 K125 | S fit EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 73 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Ventus Prime 3 K125 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | Ventus Prime 3 K125 | S fit EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 57 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 | Laufenn S fit EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 78 | 66 |
| Dry | 88 | 81 |
| Wet | 83 | 68 |
| Snow | – | 66 |
| Comfort | 68 | 55 |
| Noise | 65 | 57 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 74 |
| Handling | 79 | 57 |
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Headline score
78
/ 100
Tire A
66
/ 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 | 96% #4/9 · 2018 AZ Summer AND All Season Tyre Test | 93% #16/20 · 2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tyre Test | +3 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 96% #3/9 · 2018 AZ Summer AND All Season Tyre Test | 99% #7/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | -3 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 84% #9/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 93% #8/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | -9.6 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 99% #6/20 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test | 94% #1/10 · 2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test | +4.2 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 70% #2/12 · 2020 Tyre Reviews Ultimate Summer Tyre Test | 67% #6/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | +3.1 | Different tests |
| Value | Other | 80% #12/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 80% #10/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | +0.5 | Different tests |
| Wear | Other | 75% #13/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 73% #7/10 · 2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test | +2.5 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 17% #6/10 · 2020 Teknikens 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 7% #14/20 · 2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tyre Test | +9.5 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 89% #6/20 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test | 96% #9/10 · 2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test | -7 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 90% #5/12 · 2020 Tyre Reviews Ultimate Summer Tyre Test | 100% #5/20 · 2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tyre Test | -10 | Different tests |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 87% #4/20 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test | 96% #3/10 · 2021 Motor Summer Tyre Test | -9 | Different tests |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Total | 0% #13/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 0% #9/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 100% #1/53 · 2021 53 Summer Tyre Braking Test | 88% #19/49 · 2020 Tyre Market Overview Braking Test | +12 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 99% #5/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 99% #8/10 · 2021 Motor Summer Tyre Test | +0.4 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
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.
The Laufenn S Fit EQ is a polarizing budget-tier tire that offers significant value for casual drivers but struggles to meet the performance demands of spirited or aggressive motorists. While many users praise its quiet ride and cost-effectiveness, others report inconsistent wet-weather traction, flimsy sidewalls, and premature road noise as the tread wears down.
Pros
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium brands
- Generally quiet and comfortable ride quality for daily commuting
- Competent dry-weather grip for standard driving conditions
- Improved fuel efficiency reported by some users
Cons
- Weak sidewall construction prone to bubbles and punctures
- Inconsistent wet-weather performance and traction
- Lack of steering feedback and poor handling during aggressive cornering
- Increased road noise as the tire wears
Observations
- Performance-oriented vehicles, such as the Renault Sport Clio, suffer from significant sidewall flex and 'wobble' during spirited driving.
- Heavier vehicles or those driven at high speeds (above 170 km/h) may experience overheating and loss of grip due to the soft rubber compound.
- Users noted that the tire is better suited for light, casual city driving rather than high-performance or heavy-load applications.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 | B · Laufenn S fit EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
78
/ 100
Hankook
66
/ 100
Laufenn
Winner: Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 — better handling, wet and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 scores 79 vs 57 on handling.
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Your priority is wet-weather safety
Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 scores 83 vs 68 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 scores 68 vs 55 on comfort.
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You want a quieter cabin
Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 scores 65 vs 57 on noise.
Tire A · Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125
Tire B · Laufenn S fit EQ
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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.