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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 vs Yokohama Advan Sport V105S — 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 Hankook

Hankook Ventus S1 evo3

Max Performance Summer tire

Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
77/100
84 owner reviews
Dry
86
Wet
84
Snow
80
Comfort
79
Noise
80
Treadwear
71
Handling
74

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

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Tire B Yokohama

Yokohama Advan Sport V105S

Summer Ultra High Performance tires

Yokohama Advan Sport V105S tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
23 owner reviews
Dry
88
Wet
84
Snow
–
Comfort
76
Noise
–
Treadwear
71
Handling
76

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictToo close to call: Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 and Yokohama Advan Sport V105S are within 2 points overall. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 is stronger on comfort.
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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) Advan Sport V105S leads by 2
A — Hankook Ventus S1 evo3
86
B — Yokohama Advan Sport V105S
88
Why this score
SourceVentus S1 evo3Advan Sport V105S
Tire Rack owners 86 –
Tyre Reviews owners 85 88

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100)
A — Hankook Ventus S1 evo3
84
B — Yokohama Advan Sport V105S
84
Why this score
SourceVentus S1 evo3Advan Sport V105S
Tire Rack owners 81 –
Tyre Reviews owners 83 85

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Hankook Ventus S1 evo3
80
B — Yokohama Advan Sport V105S
–

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Ventus S1 evo3 leads by 3
A — Hankook Ventus S1 evo3
79
B — Yokohama Advan Sport V105S
76
Why this score
SourceVentus S1 evo3Advan Sport V105S
Tire Rack owners 78 –
Tyre Reviews owners 77 72

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Hankook Ventus S1 evo3
80
B — Yokohama Advan Sport V105S
–

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100)
A — Hankook Ventus S1 evo3
71
B — Yokohama Advan Sport V105S
71
Why this score
SourceVentus S1 evo3Advan Sport V105S
Tire Rack owners 57 –
Tyre Reviews owners 69 72

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Advan Sport V105S leads by 2
A — Hankook Ventus S1 evo3
74
B — Yokohama Advan Sport V105S
76
Why this score
SourceVentus S1 evo3Advan Sport V105S
Tyre Reviews owners 74 76
DriverReviews owners – 84

Scores at a glance

Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 vs Yokohama Advan Sport V105S: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryHankook Ventus S1 evo3Yokohama Advan Sport V105S
Relative Score 79 79
Dry 86 88
Wet 84 84
Snow 80 –
Comfort 79 76
Noise 80 –
Treadwear 71 71
Handling 74 76

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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 Hankook Ventus S1 evo3

The Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 is widely regarded as a high-value, comfortable summer tire that excels in wet and dry traction, often serving as a competent OEM choice for premium vehicles. While many users praise its ride quality and wet-weather confidence, a significant portion of enthusiasts note a lack of steering feedback and 'soft' sidewall characteristics that can make the handling feel less precise compared to top-tier competitors like the Michelin Pilot Sport series.

Pros

  • Excellent wet-weather grip and hydroplaning resistance
  • High level of ride comfort and low road noise
  • Strong dry-road traction and predictable handling at the limit
  • Competitive pricing relative to premium performance alternatives
  • Good overall durability for many daily driving applications

Cons

  • Lack of steering precision and 'numb' road feedback
  • Soft sidewalls can lead to a wobbly or unstable feel during aggressive cornering
  • Inconsistent tread life, with some users reporting premature wear on specific vehicle platforms
  • Occasional reports of sidewall bubbling or structural issues on rough road surfaces

Observations

  • Users with heavy EVs and SUVs often report mixed results, with some praising the low rolling resistance and comfort, while others note rapid tread wear.
  • Drivers of performance-oriented sedans (e.g., BMW 3-series, Audi S3) frequently highlight the tire's comfort advantage over competitors but criticize the lack of sharp steering response.
  • The tire is frequently noted as a significant upgrade over stock Pirelli P Zero or Dunlop Sport Maxx tires in terms of wet-weather confidence and noise reduction.
Tire B Yokohama Advan Sport V105S

The Yokohama Advan Sport V105S is widely regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in steering precision, dry grip, and wet-weather confidence. While users frequently praise its responsive handling and feedback, opinions on tread longevity are polarized, with some reporting rapid wear under spirited driving conditions.

Pros

  • Exceptional dry and wet surface grip
  • Precise steering response and road feedback
  • Progressive handling characteristics
  • High value-to-performance ratio, especially when discounted

Cons

  • Inconsistent tread life reported by some users
  • Firm ride quality may be uncomfortable for some
  • Increased road noise compared to touring-focused tires
  • Limited rim protection

Observations

  • Users with electric vehicles noted that the V105S can offer better longevity in the rear compared to other premium performance brands.
  • Drivers transitioning from run-flat tires to the V105S reported a noticeable improvement in ride comfort and overall road manners.
  • Performance enthusiasts noted that the tire's stiff sidewall is highly beneficial for track-day feedback but requires a capable chassis to fully utilize.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 B · Yokohama Advan Sport V105S
CategoryMax Performance Summer tireSummer Ultra High Performance tires
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Hankook

Yokohama

Too close to call: Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 and Yokohama Advan Sport V105S are within 2 points overall. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 is stronger on comfort.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 scores 79 vs 76 on comfort.

Tire A · Hankook Ventus S1 evo3
Tire B · Yokohama Advan Sport V105S

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.