14 of the best Hankook tires

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

The South Korean corporation Hankook has been producing tires since 1941. The assortment of the company includes tires for cars, minibuses, outdoor cars and trucks. The manufacturer stands out for its active implementation of innovations, where TilTread technologies for sports, off-road eMembrance and Motiv fuel-saving technologies are the latest. Let's figure out which Hankuk tires are the best according to the version of experts and buyers, which will help to determine the choice for your 'iron horse'.

Hankook Best Tire Ranking

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Hankook's best summer tires	1	Hankook Tire Ventus Prime3 K125	RUB 2,991
	2	Hankook Tire Ventus R-S3 Z222	RUB 5,860
	3	Hankook Tire Kinergy Eco 2 K435	2 330 rub.
	4	Hankook Tire Ventus V12 Evo2 K120	RUB 3,100
	5	Hankook Tire K424 (Optimo ME02)	RUB 2,489
Best Hankook winter tires	1	Hankook Tire Winter iPike LT RW09	RUB 3,811
	2	Hankook Tire Winter ICept Evo 2 W320	RUB 3,867
	3	Hankook Tire Winter iPike RS2 W429	RUR 2,440
	4	Hankook Tire Winter iCept iZ 2 W616	RUB 2,273
Best Hankook SUV Tires	1	Hankook Tire Dynapro MT RT03	7 380 rub.
	2	Hankook Tire Winter iCept X RW10	RUB 6,005
	3	Hankook Tire Winter ICept Evo 2 W320A SUV	RUB 4,890
	4	Hankook Tire DynaPro iCept RW08	RUB 4,177
	5	Hankook Tire iPike RW11	RUB 3 889

Hankook's best summer tires

For summer tires, the strength of the sipes on hard asphalt and the quick drainage of water from the contact patch are important. Here are the top 5 tires from this category that have received the most positive reviews from motorists and are liked by experts.

Hankook Tire Ventus Prime3 K125

Rating: 4.9

In the first place we have placed the Hankuk summer tires, produced since 2016. The model has 74 standard sizes with a diameter of 15 to 20 inches, which allows them to be installed on cars of classes B, C and E. In the manufacture, the manufacturer used silicon dioxide, which gives the wheel more grip and increases traction characteristics. The four channels on the tread are made with different depths, which are optimized for changing weather conditions. Metal belt and oversized shoulder areas ensure the tire retains its shape despite heat and high speed. Drivers in the reviews note that after 120 km / h the car does not 'float' and is confidently keeping the course.

The special feature of these 'Hankuk' tires is the increased contact area with the road surface. This was achieved thanks to a special tread pattern with fine drainage grooves. If you look closely, there are also subtle grooves on the shoulder areas. All this, when squeezed, allowed to increase the volume of rubber simultaneously adhering to the asphalt and to increase the percentage of 'dry' grip.

Advantages

• precise reactions to steering wheel turn;
• suitable for cars of class B, C, E;
• the composition uses silicon dioxide, which increases the traction characteristics;
• fuel saving 3%.

disadvantages

• behave worse on wet asphalt;
• quickly 'washed out' in wet ground;
• no diameter R13-14.

Hankook Tire Ventus R-S3 Z222

Rating: 4.8

Second place went to the Ventus tires developed by Hankook after competing in the Japan Super GT competition. The tires are of the Extreme class and are designed for secure car holding on the track and active maneuvers. For the rubber, the manufacturer used a dual compound with silica and an exclusive Racing Carbon Black blend. This combination allows the wheels to grip firmly on both wet and dry asphalt. The model is sold in sizes from R15 to R20. The width of the tire starts from 195 mm, but more often 205-255 mm are used, which provide increased stability. Four grooves in the running zone are responsible for water disposal. Drivers in the reviews like the precise handling on this rubber.

The hallmark of these 'Hankuk' tires is the minimum rolling resistance achieved by the massive computer-modeled tread blocks. Long slanted slots, not typical for summer tires, provide easy grip on the road surface. Thanks to such characteristics, they can reach speeds of up to 270 km / h, which should be paid attention to those who like fast driving.

Advantages

• wheel load index up to 670 kg;
• noise comfort;
• soft passage of irregularities;
• good 'keep' the road in the rain.

disadvantages

• suitable only for high quality roads;
• after 50% wear, the characteristics of the rubber are lost;
• no sizes less than R15.

Hankook Tire Kinergy Eco 2 K435

Rating: 4.7

In third place are summer tires with diameters from R13 to R16. There are 51 standard sizes, where buyers can choose from 165 to 205 mm tire width and 55 to 70 mm profile height. The Hankuk Eco tires have an asymmetric tread and three grooves in the running zone to drain water. The shoulder corners are significantly chamfered for easy maneuvering and cornering. There is also a special filler in the rim, which improves fixation to the metal rim. Most of all, in the reviews, drivers are satisfied with the cost of a branded product, which is very affordable. Customers also like the acoustic comfort – you can drive with the window open and listen to music from the radio.

Our experts drew attention to the Hankook tires because of the optimized carcass, which contributes to fuel savings of up to 4%. This is achieved through the use of a synthetic cord and the winding technology without seams and joints. The result is less rolling resistance and easier movement of the vehicle.

Advantages

• affordable price;
• there is no strong hum when driving;
• smooth passage of joints and holes in the city;
• predictable behavior when falling into a puddle.

disadvantages

• wheel load index not exceeding 450 kg;
• the speed of 190 km / h must not be exceeded;
• you cannot quickly accelerate and brake.

Hankook Tire Ventus V12 Evo2 K120

Rating: 4.6

In fourth position, Hankuk tires with a wide central rib and semicircular cutouts in the tread pattern. These directional lines increase directional stability and shorten feedback time. The driver can always predict the movement of the car in a corner or when braking. Another feature was the three-layer design of the tread blocks and their symmetrical arrangement, which increased the contact area. On the sidewall, Hankook has used thicker rubber to protect the wheel from cuts or punctures.

The advantage of this 'Hankuk' tire is its increased durability, for which the model is recognized as the best. When creating, a compound with balanced hardness / softness is used. This protects the rubber from excessive abrasion in all driving conditions. According to reviews, these tires will last for 80,000 km of summer run. The rubber compound also promotes accelerated tread recovery after driving over irregularities and increases the car's stability on bad roads.

Advantages

• even distribution of heat over the entire surface of the tire;
• long operation;
• excellent handling;
• reduced aquaplaning.

disadvantages

• after 120 km / h a hum appears;
• braking performance is slightly reduced.

Hankook Tire K424 (Optimo ME02)

Rating: 4.5

Rounding out this category are Hankook summer tires in 32 sizes. They can be purchased for R13-16 wheels. The tread pattern is symmetrical and contains a one-piece center rib for precise directional stability. The running area was equipped with four grooves, which accelerates the drainage of fluid from the contact patch with the road. The middle part of the profile is made of harder rubber, so braking occurs with maximum efficiency on these wheels. To prevent the tire from overheating, the manufacturer Hankook used many small grooves in the pattern, which were blown with air. Nylon cord has helped to reduce weight without sacrificing strength. Drivers in the reviews like the dense shoulder area, which is slowly erased even if the camber is incorrectly adjusted.

Our experts noticed the increased number of grooves in the shoulder area of ​​the Hankuk tires. This design improves traction when entering a corner. These are the optimal tires for maneuvering in heavy city traffic, which allow you to accurately steer the car and sharply change the trajectory.

Advantages

• load index up to 530 kg per wheel;
• pronounced driving performance;
• does not lengthen the braking distance;
• quickly removes fluid due to 4 grooves.

disadvantages

• soft sidewall;
• rubber squeals a little in corners;
• we need weights for balancing 20-40 g.

Best Hankook winter tires

In winter, the softness of the rubber is important so that the tires do not tan in the cold, and the effective removal of the snow slurry. Here are the best Hankuk tires in this category, as recommended by the experts.

Hankook Tire Winter iPike LT RW09

Rating: 4.9

In the first place in the category of winter tires, experts placed the studded model iPike LT. Its feature is the preservation of a solid rib, characterized by lateral projections. This design gives a 3D effect, allowing you to cling to the road of any quality (wet, covered with snow, covered with ice). The shoulder area is equipped with pronounced lugs, so getting out of the rut laid by the truck in front is not difficult. The studs are placed only on the sides, which made it possible to increase the stability of the wheels on ice and reduce the loss of metal studs when driving onto bare asphalt. In the reviews, the owners of Hankook tires are pleased with the rubber's softness despite the frost of -30 …- 35 degrees. This provides a comfortable ride for speed bumps, pits and bumps.

Experts considered the Hankuk tires the best due to a load index of 975 kg, although this is a model for passenger cars, not SUVs. These tires are suitable for minibuses or pickups, which will allow you to carry a large load in winter and not be afraid of a wheel burst when you hit a stone in the snow.

Advantages

• almost no rolling noise;
• small loss of thorns during the winter;
• wheels on disks are well balanced;
• excellent 'swallow' bumps due to their softness.

disadvantages

• not suitable for high-speed driving over 170 km / h;
• after 100 km / h, vibration starts in the cabin.

Hankook Tire Winter ICept Evo 2 W320

Rating: 4.8

In second place are the Evo 2 winter tires, which are presented in the manufacturer's catalog of Hankook in 82 standard sizes. The minimum disc diameter starts from R16. Non-studded tires are designed for powerful passenger cars of compact and middle class. The tire bracket has a steel cord with seamless winding technology to ensure the correct wheel shape under load. 3D sipes with thousands of edges maintain a secure grip. Drivers love the Hankook tire with its durable rim that seals the rubber to the metal rims. When hitting a stone or falling into a hole, the wheel will not deflate at the junction of the two materials.

Our experts considered the Hankook tires to be the best because of the asymmetrical pattern, which provides both ease of maneuvering and slurry removal. For this, the outer side of the shoulder has many small longitudinal and transverse grooves that perfectly cling to the road, and the inner shoulder is equipped with deep grooves that serve to escape the snow.

Advantages

• load index up to 670 kg;
• allowed to travel at a speed of 240 km / h;
• technology of seamless winding of the frame;
• reduced heating level.

disadvantages

• no options for passenger cars with R13-15 discs;
• there is no disc edge protection.

Hankook Tire Winter iPike RS2 W429

Rating: 4.7

In the Hankuk winter tires RS2 W429, the designers used a new pattern with an increased number of drain grooves. This cleans the wheels and helps you stay in contact with the road. When placing the studs, the manufacturer used a 12-row scheme, in contrast to the classic 10-row. This increased the number of metal elements and contributed to their more even distribution over the entire width of the tire. Customers in the reviews praise the Hankook rubber for its fast acceleration, despite the softness of the compound.

These 'Hankuk' tires have been singled out by our experts as the best for ice driving. Take a closer look at the running area. It uses checkers with six corners. Wherever the driver directs the wheels, they will firmly adhere to the surface. It also uses Hankook's patented 3D slat technology with thousands of edges. The layout of the elements is notable for the presence of sharper corners in the central part. In addition to everything, the tire has spikes located on the side, which increases the stability of the car on ice.

Advantages

• load index up to 560 kg per wheel;
• massive tread blocks in the central part help to maintain the integrity of the tire;
• Narrow shoulder blocks provide better acceleration;
• 12 rows of spikes.

disadvantages

• the speed of 190 km / h must not be exceeded;
• in a snowy “mess” the car throws a little.

Hankook Tire Winter iCept iZ 2 W616

Rating: 4.6

Rounding out the Hankook winter tire category is a model with a herringbone tread pattern. It is a studless rubber specially developed for Northern Europe and Russia. The experience of Finnish colleagues was taken into account in its creation. For optimal performance on snow, the manufacturer reduced the block size, but increased their number, which expanded the contact area by 25%. Hankuk tires are praised by drivers for their softness. This indicator was achieved by increasing the content of silicon dioxide in the composition. With them, the passage of irregularities becomes more comfortable. Moreover, the lower the temperature, the more elastic the rubber becomes.

Our experts ranked Hankook tires as the best due to the presence of pump sipes in the shoulder area. These grooves effectively pump out water, drying out the contact patch. You should take a closer look at the tires if there are often long springs in the region with an abundance of pools of melting snow on the road.

Advantages

• load index up to 750 kg per wheel;
• there is no noise from rubber;
• excellent brakes and accelerates;
• not afraid of crossings of snow and bare asphalt.

disadvantages

• not suitable for driving over 190 km / h;
• the car starts to 'float' at a temperature of -10 degrees;
• on the ice drifts.

Best Hankook SUV Tires

For tires to fit an SUV, they must be sized for R17-22 rims and have a load index of 550 kg. Here are the TOP 5 best models from the manufacturer Hankook.

Hankook Tire Dynapro MT RT03

Rating: 4.9

Ranked # 1 in the review of the Hankuk Dynapro MT RT03 tire. The letters MT stand for Mud Terrain and allow the active use of rubber on rough terrain. The tread is based on a reinforced belt, which simultaneously increases the strength and rigidity of the tire. Compared to other similar models, the contact area is increased by 7%. This simultaneously extends wheel life and improves traction. SUV drivers love the 'Hankuk' tires in the reviews for their W-shaped pattern. This allows you to confidently move forward and backward, clinging to the ground.

The special feature of the Hankuk tires is their reinforced construction, specially designed for off-road use. The increased distance between the blocks prevents the tread from clogging up with sand, clay or stones. Pay attention to the sidewalls of the tires. They are equipped with a thickened bead that will not allow tires to cut on stones, getting out of a rut or driving over a curb. Our experts definitely recommend this Hankook rubber for off-road enthusiasts.

Advantages

• permissible load on each tire up to 900 kg;
• the protector is quickly cleared of dirt;
• difficult to puncture or cut;
• rowing confidently in any direction.

disadvantages

• an SUV will not be able to drive over 160 km / h;
• if you press hard on the gas in a swamp, it tears off the top layer of soil and the car falls through.

Hankook Tire Winter iCept X RW10

Rating: 4.8

The experts gave the second place to the Hankuk winter tires for SUVs from the RW10 series. The model is notable for the herringbone tread pattern while maintaining a solid rib. Each piece is equipped with four dots and wavy lines that increase the contact area. Deep grooves running from the center to the edges accelerate water drainage. In the reviews, crossover drivers praise the Hankuk tires for their quiet operation on dry asphalt, as well as the stable behavior of the car, despite the softness of the compound. It is impossible to break a car into a skid on a turn, even on a snow-covered track.

According to the editors of the magazine, these are the best tires for the most massive SUVs, since the tire load index is permissible up to 1250 kg. Such tires will easily withstand the maneuvers of the impressive Mercedes G 500, Cadillac Escalade ESV, Toyta Land Cruiser 200, Lexus LX or Range Rover 5.0. On Hankuk tires, it will be possible to confidently manage the giant on the road, despite the 7 people in the cabin and a full luggage compartment.

Advantages

• stepped profile of the bottom of the drainage grooves;
• accelerated drying of the contact patch;
• excellent directional stability;
• high adhesion properties on icy surfaces.

disadvantages

• the speed of 190 km / h must not be exceeded;
• high price;
• quickly 'get washed out' in the mud.

Hankook Tire Winter ICept Evo 2 W320A SUV

Rating: 4.7

Here is another Hankuk winter tire for crossovers and SUVs with wheel diameters ranging from R16 to R21. The tire width varies from 195 to 315 mm, where each customer can choose between speed characteristics and passability on soft ground. The hallmark of the Hankuk tire is a hybrid carcass construction that combines steel and synthetic threads. This design helped maintain strength and reduce weight. Drivers in the reviews share that when they hit a snowy surface, there is no additional beat on the steering wheel – elastic rubber smoothes everything.

Our experts considered these Hankuk tires to be the best in acoustic comfort. Other large tires on SUVs often hum after a speed of 100 km / h. In this model, the manufacturer used a fine tread pattern that effectively breaks up air masses, dividing them into multiple streams. This ensures a quiet ride on the crossover, even on winter cleaned asphalt.

Advantages

• speed index 210 km / h;
• can be loaded up to 775 kg;
• perfectly balanced;
• minimum noise.

disadvantages

• sometimes you have to wait up to 2 months to buy tires;
• at positive temperatures, you need to 'catch the car' by the wheel at the time of sudden changes of lane or overtaking.

Hankook Tire DynaPro iCept RW08

Rating: 4.6

This model of Hankuk rubber is designed for winter riding. The running area is filled with checkers with 4 and 5 corners. The directional tread pattern with such features contributes to good flotation. The manufacturer has added silicon to the composition, so the 'Velcro' perfectly demonstrate themselves on wet asphalt and ensure the passage of irregularities with minimal 'echoes' in the crossover interior.

In our opinion, Hankuk tires are the best for safe handling of an SUV and effective braking. For this, the manufacturer used wavy lamellas and longitudinal semi-lamels in them. This design provides improved wheel grip in all directions. In the reviews, the drivers confirm our conclusions, reporting that neither slush nor compacted snow can lengthen the braking distance. Those who have recently switched to an SUV and are still getting used to driving a car with a large mass should take a closer look at rubber.

Advantages

• excellent conductivity on soft snow;
• improved braking properties;
• comfortable passage of irregularities;
• pronounced sidewall with lugs.

disadvantages

• you cannot move over 160 km / h;
• carries on ice;
• on a muddy field they quickly 'get washed out'.

Hankook Tire iPike RW11

Rating: 4.5

These 'Hankuk' winter off-road tires are available in 116 sizes. They are suitable for both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive vehicles. The tires are designed for R16-20 wheels. The tread design is based on the new SCCT technology, which allows to simulate the shape of the blocks for increased controllability. The central rib is made in the form of a herringbone, but with the preservation of integrity, so the wheels demonstrate good directional stability. In addition, there are pentagonal checkers in the running zone, providing an instant wheel response to a steering wheel turn. The shoulder girdle of the tires is equipped with short and long spiked lugs.

Our experts considered the Hankuk tires to be the best in the combination of studded and non-studded rubber properties. The tire is made with 10 rows of metal rods to firmly grip the ice. But the steel pins are deeply sunk into the compound, so the spikes do not clack on the cleaned surface and the tire behaves like Velcro. There is a sandwich 'pillow' under the metal, which prolongs the life of the studs.

Advantages

• withstand loads up to 1090 kg;
• predictable vehicle behavior;
• you can get out on the road;
• it is easy to take steep hills on them.

disadvantages

• high price;
• not recommended for beginners;
• slow down on bare asphalt.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.