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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

Goodyear GT2 vs Hankook Ventus ST RH06 — 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.

Tire A Goodyear

Goodyear GT2

All Season Touring tires

Goodyear GT2 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
58/100
12 owner reviews
Dry
80
Wet
67
Snow
20
Comfort
67
Noise
–
Treadwear
83
Handling
63

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Hankook Ventus ST RH06 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
Owner ratings
Dry
91
Wet
83
Snow
57
Comfort
85
Noise
85
Treadwear
87
Handling
91

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Hankook Ventus ST RH06 — better snow, handling 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Ventus ST RH06 leads by 11
A — Goodyear GT2
80
B — Hankook Ventus ST RH06
91
Why this score
SourceGT2Ventus ST RH06
Tire Rack owners – 92
Tyre Reviews owners 80 –

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Ventus ST RH06 leads by 16
A — Goodyear GT2
67
B — Hankook Ventus ST RH06
83
Why this score
SourceGT2Ventus ST RH06
Tire Rack owners – 85
Tyre Reviews owners 67 –

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Ventus ST RH06 leads by 37
A — Goodyear GT2
20
B — Hankook Ventus ST RH06
57
Why this score
SourceGT2Ventus ST RH06
Tire Rack owners – 61
Tyre Reviews owners 20 –

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Ventus ST RH06 leads by 18
A — Goodyear GT2
67
B — Hankook Ventus ST RH06
85
Why this score
SourceGT2Ventus ST RH06
Tire Rack owners – 87
Tyre Reviews owners 67 –

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Goodyear GT2
–
B — Hankook Ventus ST RH06
85

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Ventus ST RH06 leads by 4
A — Goodyear GT2
83
B — Hankook Ventus ST RH06
87
Why this score
SourceGT2Ventus ST RH06
Tire Rack owners – 82
Tyre Reviews owners 83 –

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Ventus ST RH06 leads by 28
A — Goodyear GT2
63
B — Hankook Ventus ST RH06
91
Why this score
SourceGT2Ventus ST RH06
Tyre Reviews owners 63 –

Scores at a glance

Goodyear GT2 vs Hankook Ventus ST RH06: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryGoodyear GT2Hankook Ventus ST RH06
Relative Score 66 83
Dry 80 91
Wet 67 83
Snow 20 57
Comfort 67 85
Noise – 85
Treadwear 83 87
Handling 63 91

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Tire A

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.

Tire A Goodyear GT2

The Goodyear GT2 is widely regarded as a durable, long-lasting tire that excels in dry conditions, making it a common choice for economy and sub-compact vehicles. However, user consensus is polarized regarding its wet-weather performance and noise levels, with many reporting significant traction issues in rain and snow, as well as a noticeable drone during highway driving.

Pros

  • Exceptional tread life and high mileage durability
  • Reliable and stable handling in dry road conditions
  • Consistent performance for daily commuting and long-distance travel
  • Good value for budget-conscious drivers seeking longevity

Cons

  • Poor traction and handling in wet, slushy, or snowy conditions
  • High levels of road noise and cabin drone
  • Tendency for the rubber compound to crack or harden over time
  • Lack of steering feedback and confidence in adverse weather

Observations

  • Owners of sub-compact vehicles like the Toyota Yaris and Opel Corsa frequently praise the tire's longevity but note its limitations in winter weather.
  • Users of larger vehicles, such as the Chrysler Voyager, report high satisfaction with the tire's ability to handle heavy loads over long distances.
  • Drivers of smaller hatchbacks noted that the tire's lack of wet-weather grip can lead to unpredictable handling, including understeer and oversteer.
Tire B Hankook Ventus ST RH06

Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.

Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Goodyear GT2 B · Hankook Ventus ST RH06
CategoryAll Season Touring tires—
Vehicle typePassenger Car / Crossover—
Sizes available—13
Rim diameters—17″ – 22″
Tread depth—10.5/32″
UTQG—420 A A
Treadwear warranty—50,000 mi
Sidewall—Blackwall
Max pressure—51 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Goodyear

Hankook

Winner: Hankook Ventus ST RH06 — better snow, handling and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire B You drive through snowy winters

Hankook Ventus ST RH06 scores 57 vs 20 on snow.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Hankook Ventus ST RH06 scores 91 vs 63 on handling.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Hankook Ventus ST RH06 scores 85 vs 67 on comfort.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Hankook Ventus ST RH06 scores 83 vs 67 on wet.

Tire A · Goodyear GT2
Tire B · Hankook Ventus ST RH06

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.