79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
24 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV vs Michelin Latitude Sport 3 — 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
82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
83/100
35 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin Latitude Sport 3 — better treadwear. Pick the Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV 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)
Latitude Sport 3 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo2 SUV | Latitude Sport 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 81 | 94 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 88 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Latitude Sport 3 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo2 SUV | Latitude Sport 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 67 | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 85 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Ventus S1 evo2 SUV leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo2 SUV | Latitude Sport 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 69 | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 73 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Latitude Sport 3 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo2 SUV | Latitude Sport 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 29 | 64 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 83 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo2 SUV | Latitude Sport 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 81 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 86 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV | Michelin Latitude Sport 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 82 |
| Dry | 86 | 88 |
| Wet | 83 | 85 |
| Snow | 50 | – |
| Comfort | 76 | 73 |
| Noise | 70 | – |
| Treadwear | 70 | 83 |
| Handling | 81 | 81 |
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Headline score
79
/ 100
Tire A
82
/ 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 Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV is widely regarded as a high-value, performance-oriented summer tire that delivers impressive grip and handling in both wet and dry conditions. While most users praise its comfort and cost-effectiveness compared to premium rivals, tread life experiences are polarized, ranging from exceptional longevity to premature wear depending on vehicle weight and driving style.
Pros
- Excellent wet and dry traction
- High value-for-money compared to premium brands
- Strong ride comfort and low road noise
- Effective rim protection design
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life, particularly on heavier vehicles
- Poor performance in snow and icy conditions
- Limited off-road capability
- Reports of poor customer service and warranty support in failure cases
Observations
- Heavy SUVs and high-performance vehicles (e.g., Porsche Cayenne, Range Rover) may experience significantly accelerated outer-edge wear.
- Users on mid-sized SUVs like the Tiguan and Sportage report more balanced and durable tread life, often exceeding 25,000 miles.
- The tire is frequently noted as a superior, more affordable alternative to factory-fitted Continental tires on premium European SUVs.
The Michelin Latitude Sport 3 is widely regarded as a high-performance, reliable tire for SUVs, offering exceptional grip in both wet and dry conditions. While many users praise its longevity and fuel efficiency, some report concerns regarding road noise on specific surfaces and premium pricing compared to competitors.
Pros
- Excellent wet and dry weather traction
- Strong handling and steering responsiveness
- Commendable tread life for a performance-oriented tire
- Improved fuel economy and low rolling resistance
Cons
- High price point
- Increased road noise on coarse or worn pavement
- Potential for sidewall cracking or peeling over extended use
- Variable tread life depending on vehicle weight and driving style
Observations
- Users transitioning from run-flat tires to the Latitude Sport 3 on vehicles like the BMW X5 reported a significant improvement in ride comfort and noise reduction.
- Owners of heavy SUVs, such as the Audi Q7 and VW Touareg, note that while performance is excellent, the tires can wear down relatively quickly under aggressive driving or heavy loads.
- The acoustic version of the tire (AC) with internal foam significantly mitigates high-pitched road noise compared to the standard version.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV | B · Michelin Latitude Sport 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | SUV and 4x4 |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
Hankook
82
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin Latitude Sport 3 — better treadwear. Pick the Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Latitude Sport 3 scores 83 vs 70 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV scores 76 vs 73 on comfort.
Tire A · Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV
Tire B · Michelin Latitude Sport 3
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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.