Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 review
The Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 is highly regarded as a top-tier extreme performance tire that offers exceptional dry grip and predictable handling. Users consistently praise its ability to balance track-day capabilities with daily-driving usability, noting significant improvements over its predecessor and competing performance tires.
Owners rate it 20.9 points higher than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
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
86%By road tests
65.1%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 2 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 is highly regarded as a top-tier extreme performance tire that offers exceptional dry grip and predictable handling. Users consistently praise its ability to balance track-day capabilities with daily-driving usability, noting significant improvements over its predecessor and competing performance tires.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip with minimal warm-up time required
- Predictable and progressive handling characteristics
- Superior wet weather performance compared to typical semi-slick tires
- Impressive durability and tread life for an extreme performance compound
Cons
- Limited suitability for snow or freezing conditions
- Performance is highly dependent on achieving optimal operating temperature
- Stiff sidewall construction may impact ride comfort for some users
Worth knowing
- Users report the tire remains effective for both daily commuting and occasional track use, demonstrating versatility across different driving styles.
- The 180 treadwear rating provides a balance of grip and longevity that exceeds expectations for the extreme performance category.
1 published test appearance
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2019 17 inch Track Day tire Test · 225/45 R17
3rd of 5
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 5th of 5 | |
| Dry Braking | 4th of 5 | |
| Dry Handling | 4th of 5 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 5th of 5 |