Hankook iON evo SUV vs Michelin PILOT HX MXM4: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Hankook iON evo SUV and Michelin PILOT HX MXM4 appear in 1 tests, though they have not yet met head-to-head in the same test. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.
How the Hankook iON evo SUV performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 97/100, based on 1 test.
How the Michelin PILOT HX MXM4 performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.
Verdict
The Hankook iON evo SUV and Michelin PILOT HX MXM4 are closely matched. Pick based on the category that matters most to your driving — wet, dry, comfort, mileage, or price.
Which one should you buy?
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise noise / comfort
- You prefer the Michelin PILOT HX MXM4's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Hankook iON evo SUV | Michelin PILOT HX MXM4 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Summer |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 1 | 0 |
| Best rank | #1 | — |
| Avg rank | 4.5 | — |
| Latest test | 2024 | — |
| Tire Lab Score | 96.7 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Hankook iON evo SUV
Michelin PILOT HX MXM4
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Hankook iON evo SUV | Michelin PILOT HX MXM4 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 4.5 | No data | Hankook iON evo SUV |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 3.0 1 | No data | Hankook iON evo SUV |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 5.0 1 | No data | Hankook iON evo SUV |
| 📏Mileage | Avg rank 5.0 1 | No data | Hankook iON evo SUV |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 5.5 | No data | Hankook iON evo SUV |
💧 Wet: Hankook iON evo SUV vs Michelin PILOT HX MXM4
The Hankook iON evo SUV wins this category with an average rank of 4.5, compared to no data for the Michelin PILOT HX MXM4.
☀️ Dry: Hankook iON evo SUV vs Michelin PILOT HX MXM4
The Hankook iON evo SUV wins this category with an average rank of 3.0, compared to no data for the Michelin PILOT HX MXM4.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Hankook iON evo SUV vs Michelin PILOT HX MXM4
The Hankook iON evo SUV wins this category with an average rank of 5.0, compared to no data for the Michelin PILOT HX MXM4.
📏 Mileage: Hankook iON evo SUV vs Michelin PILOT HX MXM4
The Hankook iON evo SUV wins this category with an average rank of 5.0, compared to no data for the Michelin PILOT HX MXM4.
🔋 Efficiency: Hankook iON evo SUV vs Michelin PILOT HX MXM4
The Hankook iON evo SUV wins this category with an average rank of 5.5, compared to no data for the Michelin PILOT HX MXM4.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Hankook iON evo SUV or Michelin PILOT HX MXM4?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Hankook iON evo SUV ranks higher on average than the Michelin PILOT HX MXM4.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Hankook iON evo SUV averages a better dry-braking rank than the Michelin PILOT HX MXM4 across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Hankook iON evo SUV ranks better than the Michelin PILOT HX MXM4.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Hankook iON evo SUV shows better mileage performance than the Michelin PILOT HX MXM4.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Hankook iON evo SUV appears in 1 independent tests, Michelin PILOT HX MXM4 in 0.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
