Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 review
The Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 is widely regarded as a high-performance summer tire that offers an excellent balance of dry and wet traction at a competitive price point. While many users praise its handling and value compared to premium rivals, consensus is divided regarding its longevity and susceptibility to sidewall damage, with some users reporting rapid tread wear and structural issues on rougher road surfaces.
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
75.1%By road tests
76%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 105 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 is widely regarded as a high-performance summer tire that offers an excellent balance of dry and wet traction at a competitive price point. While many users praise its handling and value compared to premium rivals, consensus is divided regarding its longevity and susceptibility to sidewall damage, with some users reporting rapid tread wear and structural issues on rougher road surfaces.
Pros
- Strong dry and wet grip performance
- Excellent value for money compared to premium brands
- Responsive handling and steering feedback
- Generally quiet operation when new
Cons
- Rapid tread wear, particularly on heavier or high-performance vehicles
- Increased road noise as the tire ages
- Reports of fragile sidewalls prone to bulging or damage
- Performance degradation in cold or near-freezing temperatures
Worth knowing
- Users with heavy SUVs and high-horsepower sedans frequently report significantly shorter tread life, often requiring replacement under 15,000 miles.
- Owners of premium German vehicles (Audi, BMW, Mercedes) note that while the tire is a capable OEM choice, it is often perceived as a 'downgrade' in comfort or longevity compared to top-tier Michelin or Continental alternatives.
- The foam-lined 'sound absorber' variants received mixed feedback, with some users reporting vibrations or balancing issues over time.
8 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch tire Test · 265/35 R19
5th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 6th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 7th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 1st of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 10 | |
| Noise | 1st of 10 | |
| Price | 4th of 10 |
2019 Auto Bild Sports Car tire Test · 245/45 R18
6th of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 6th of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 8th of 11 | |
| Dry Handling | 9th of 11 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 9th of 11 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 11 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 4th of 11 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 11 | |
| Price | 4th of 11 |
2019 Gute Fahrt Summer 18 Inch tire Test · 225/40 R18
4th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 7th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 6th of 10 | |
| Price | 3rd of 10 |
2018 Auto Express Summer tire Test · 225/45 R17
8th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2018 Ace 235/45 R18 Summer tire Test · 235/45 R18
4th of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2018 Test World Summer tire Test · 225/45 R17
7th of 16
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 16 | |
| Wet Handling | 8th of 16 | |
| Dry Braking | 1st of 16 | |
| Straight Aqua | 12th of 16 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 4th of 16 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 8th of 16 | |
| Noise | 10th of 16 |
2018 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer tire Test · 245/35 R19
2nd of 6
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 6 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 6 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 6 | |
| Dry Handling | 3rd of 6 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 1st of 6 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 6 | |
| Noise | 5th of 6 | |
| Price | 4th of 6 |
2018 Sport Auto 19 inch UHP and Track Day tire Test · 245/35 R19
5th of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 2nd of 9 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 9 | |
| Dry Braking | 7th of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 9 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 9 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 9 | |
| Noise | 3rd of 9 | |
| Price | 5th of 9 |