Hankook Kinergy 4S2 X review
The Hankook Kinergy 4S 2 X is widely regarded as a versatile and dependable all-weather tire that excels in wet and dry conditions. While most users praise its impressive winter capabilities and stability, there is a notable divide regarding its long-term snow performance as tread depth decreases.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
By owner reviews
82.8%By road tests
85.1%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 9 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Hankook Kinergy 4S 2 X is widely regarded as a versatile and dependable all-weather tire that excels in wet and dry conditions. While most users praise its impressive winter capabilities and stability, there is a notable divide regarding its long-term snow performance as tread depth decreases.
Pros
- Excellent traction and confidence in wet and rainy conditions
- Strong winter performance and grip on snow and ice
- Stable handling for heavier vehicles and towing applications
- High value-for-money proposition
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality for daily commuting
Cons
- Significant decline in snow performance after high mileage
- Potential for a slight reduction in fuel economy
- Noticeable road noise during high-speed cornering
- Requires a short break-in period to reach optimal grip levels
Worth knowing
- Users report the tire maintains stability well under the load of trailers and larger SUVs.
- Drivers of light SUVs noted that the tire's winter capability is sufficient to eliminate the need for a dedicated seasonal tire swap.
6 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2025 Autobild Crossover SUV All Season Test · 215/50 R 18
5th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 7th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 9th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 7th of 10 | |
| Snow Braking | 5th of 10 | |
| Snow Traction | 8th of 10 | |
| Snow Handling | 8th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 7th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 10 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 5th of 10 | |
| Noise | 5th of 10 | |
| Snow Slalom | 8th of 10 |
Best SUV All Season tires for 2025 · 235/55 R18
4th of 7
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 7 | |
| Dry Handling | 1st of 7 | |
| Snow Braking | 3rd of 7 | |
| Snow Traction | 2nd of 7 | |
| Snow Handling | 2nd of 7 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 6th of 7 | |
| Straight Aqua | 6th of 7 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 6th of 7 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 1st of 7 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 7 | |
| Subj. Noise | 6th of 7 |
2023 SUV All Season tire Test · 235/65 R17
4th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 10 | |
| Wet Circle | 2nd of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 5th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 10 | |
| Snow Braking | 3rd of 10 | |
| Snow Traction | 4th of 10 | |
| Snow Handling | 3rd of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 7th of 10 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 6th of 10 | |
| Noise | 1st of 10 | |
| Snow Slalom | 3rd of 10 |
2022 Auto Bild SUV All Season tire Test · 225/50 R18
2nd of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 5th of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 5th of 11 | |
| Dry Handling | 5th of 11 | |
| Snow Braking | 1st of 11 | |
| Snow Traction | 2nd of 11 | |
| Snow Handling | 4th of 11 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 7th of 11 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 11 | |
| Noise | 8th of 11 | |
| Price | 5th of 11 |
2021 Auto Bild SUV All Season tire Test · 215/65 R17
1st of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 3rd of 10 | |
| Snow Braking | 1st of 10 | |
| Snow Traction | 1st of 10 | |
| Snow Handling | 1st of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 6th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 8th of 10 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 10 | |
| Price | 4th of 10 |
2019 Auto Bild 4x4 All Season tire Test · 235/65 R17
4th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 5th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 7th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 3rd of 10 | |
| Snow Braking | 1st of 10 | |
| Snow Traction | 3rd of 10 | |
| Snow Handling | 3rd of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 7th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 10 | |
| Noise | 1st of 10 | |
| Price | 3rd of 10 |