86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
89/100
125 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 vs Laufenn G Fit 4S — 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
84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
73/100
5 professional tests
User signal (40%)
86/100
8 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 — better dry, comfort and wet. Pick the Laufenn G Fit 4S if handling and noise matter 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 V2 Concept 2 H457 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 | G Fit 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 59 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 | G Fit 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 78 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 47 | 91 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 | G Fit 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 68 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 90 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 | G Fit 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 88 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
G Fit 4S leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 | G Fit 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 100 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 | G Fit 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 88 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
G Fit 4S leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 | G Fit 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 | Laufenn G Fit 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 86 | 84 |
| Dry | 94 | 72 |
| Wet | 87 | 83 |
| Snow | 77 | 76 |
| Comfort | 93 | 88 |
| Noise | 92 | 100 |
| Treadwear | 87 | 87 |
| Handling | 67 | 84 |
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Headline score
86
/ 100
Tire A
84
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly all-season tire that excels in daily commuting and dry-weather performance. While most users praise its quiet ride, comfort, and affordability, a subset of drivers—particularly those with rear-wheel-drive or performance-oriented vehicles—report significant concerns regarding wet-weather traction and sidewall stability.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Strong dry-weather grip and handling
- Predictable performance for daily driving
- Fast and reliable shipping/availability
Cons
- Inconsistent or poor wet-weather traction
- Noticeably soft or 'squishy' sidewalls
- Lack of confidence in spirited or high-speed cornering
- Limited winter/snow capability
Observations
- Drivers of lightweight, rear-wheel-drive sports cars (e.g., Mazda Miata/124 Spider) frequently report issues with wheel spin and loss of traction in wet conditions.
- Users transitioning from factory or premium performance tires often note a significant improvement in cabin noise and ride comfort, though they acknowledge a trade-off in ultimate cornering stiffness.
- The tire is frequently cited as a popular choice for budget-conscious daily drivers of sedans and hatchbacks, where comfort is prioritized over track-level performance.
The Laufenn G Fit 4S is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly all-weather tire that benefits from its association with Hankook manufacturing standards. Users consistently report impressive grip in both wet and snowy conditions, alongside a quiet and responsive driving experience that exceeds expectations for its price point.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium brands
- Strong wet weather performance and cornering grip
- Impressive traction in deep snow and icy conditions
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- High durability and slow tread wear
Cons
- Increased road noise noted at higher speeds (above 100 km/h)
- Limited long-term data on tread life beyond initial break-in periods
Observations
- Users report high satisfaction when fitted to compact hatchbacks like the Vauxhall Corsa and Skoda Fabia.
- Performance remains consistent across various road surfaces, including steep rural inclines.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 | B · Laufenn G Fit 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | All Season Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 45 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 20″ | — |
| Tread depth | 9.5/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 500 A A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 45,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
86
/ 100
Hankook
84
/ 100
Laufenn
Winner: Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 — better dry, comfort and wet. Pick the Laufenn G Fit 4S if handling and noise matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 scores 94 vs 72 on dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Laufenn G Fit 4S scores 84 vs 67 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Laufenn G Fit 4S scores 100 vs 92 on noise.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 scores 93 vs 88 on comfort.
Tire A · Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457
Tire B · Laufenn G Fit 4S
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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.