58
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
59/100
2 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop Signature HP vs Hankook Ventus S1 noble2 — Compared (May 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
75
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
57/100
738 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Hankook Ventus S1 noble2 — better wet, dry and handling. Pick the Dunlop Signature HP if treadwear 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 S1 noble2 leads by 25
Why this score
| Source | Signature HP | Ventus S1 noble2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 89 |
| SimpleTire owners | 89 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Ventus S1 noble2 leads by 48
Why this score
| Source | Signature HP | Ventus S1 noble2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 77 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 30 | 83 |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Signature HP | Ventus S1 noble2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 53 |
| SimpleTire owners | 83 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Ventus S1 noble2 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Signature HP | Ventus S1 noble2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 80 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 87 |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Signature HP | Ventus S1 noble2 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Signature HP leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Signature HP | Ventus S1 noble2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 59 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 73 |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Ventus S1 noble2 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Signature HP | Ventus S1 noble2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 78 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop Signature HP | Hankook Ventus S1 noble2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 58 | 75 |
| Dry | 60 | 85 |
| Wet | 30 | 78 |
| Snow | – | 54 |
| Comfort | 70 | 81 |
| Noise | – | 90 |
| Treadwear | 75 | 61 |
| Handling | 65 | 78 |
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Headline score
58
/ 100
Tire A
75
/ 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 Dunlop Signature HP receives mixed feedback, with users divided between its impressive longevity and concerns regarding ride quality and material durability. While some owners appreciate the tire's handling and wear characteristics, others report issues with sidewall integrity and increased road noise.
Pros
- Excellent tread life and durability
- Responsive and predictable handling
- Quiet operation under normal driving conditions
Cons
- Stiffer, less comfortable ride quality
- Potential for premature sidewall cracking
- Increased road noise compared to premium alternatives
Observations
- Users noted that the harder rubber compound contributes to long-term wear but sacrifices ride comfort.
- Proper maintenance, including alignment and pressure, is frequently cited as essential to mitigating handling deficiencies.
The Hankook Ventus S1 Noble2 is widely regarded as a high-value, comfort-oriented tire that excels in ride quality and noise suppression. While many users praise its dry and wet grip, particularly for daily driving, a significant portion of the user base reports disappointment regarding premature tread wear and poor performance in snow or icy conditions.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and low road noise levels
- Strong dry and wet pavement traction for daily commuting
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium brands
- Responsive handling and stability on highway surfaces
Cons
- Premature tread wear and short overall lifespan
- Poor traction and lack of confidence in snow and ice
- Soft sidewalls leading to a 'mushy' feel during aggressive cornering
- Susceptibility to sidewall bubbles or damage from road hazards
Observations
- Owners of heavier SUVs and crossovers, such as the Ford Explorer, frequently report the fastest tread wear and issues with rubber peeling.
- Drivers of performance-oriented vehicles (e.g., VW GTI, Subaru STI) often note that the soft sidewalls reduce steering precision compared to dedicated summer tires.
- Users in regions with harsh winters consistently advise against using this tire for snow or ice, noting it performs more like a summer tire in freezing temperatures.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop Signature HP | B · Hankook Ventus S1 noble2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 500 A A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 45,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 50 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
58
/ 100
Dunlop
75
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Hankook Ventus S1 noble2 — better wet, dry and handling. Pick the Dunlop Signature HP if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Hankook Ventus S1 noble2 scores 78 vs 30 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Hankook Ventus S1 noble2 scores 85 vs 60 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop Signature HP scores 75 vs 61 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Hankook Ventus S1 noble2 scores 78 vs 65 on handling.
Tire A · Dunlop Signature HP
Tire B · Hankook Ventus S1 noble2
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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.