Hankook Kinergy 4S2 vs Superia Ecoblue 4S: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 and Superia Ecoblue 4S appear in 26 tests, 1 of which put both tires on the same track on the same day. 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 Kinergy 4S2 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, snow, ice, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 89/100, based on 25 tests.
How the Superia Ecoblue 4S 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 Kinergy 4S2 and Superia Ecoblue 4S 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 snow
- You prefer the Superia Ecoblue 4S's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Hankook Kinergy 4S2 | Superia Ecoblue 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Touring |
| Type | All Season | All Season |
| Tests used | 25 | 1 |
| Best rank | #1 | #4 |
| Avg rank | 6.1 | 21.7 |
| Latest test | 2025 | 2022 |
| Tire Lab Score | 88.8 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Hankook Kinergy 4S2
Superia Ecoblue 4S
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Hankook Kinergy 4S2 | Superia Ecoblue 4S | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 5.7 6106 | Avg rank 33.0 | Hankook Kinergy 4S2 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 5.2 364 | Avg rank 14.0 | Hankook Kinergy 4S2 |
| ❄️Snow | Avg rank 5.5 53 | No data | Hankook Kinergy 4S2 |
| 🧊Ice | Avg rank 13.0 | No data | Hankook Kinergy 4S2 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 5.9 48 | No data | Hankook Kinergy 4S2 |
| 📏Mileage | Avg rank 8.4 3 | No data | Hankook Kinergy 4S2 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 4.6 143 | No data | Hankook Kinergy 4S2 |
Tests used in this comparison
Both tires were measured head-to-head in these 1 independent test:
💧 Wet: Hankook Kinergy 4S2 vs Superia Ecoblue 4S
The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 wins this category with an average rank of 5.7, compared to 33.0 for the Superia Ecoblue 4S.
☀️ Dry: Hankook Kinergy 4S2 vs Superia Ecoblue 4S
The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 wins this category with an average rank of 5.2, compared to 14.0 for the Superia Ecoblue 4S.
❄️ Snow: Hankook Kinergy 4S2 vs Superia Ecoblue 4S
The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 wins this category with an average rank of 5.5, compared to no data for the Superia Ecoblue 4S.
🧊 Ice: Hankook Kinergy 4S2 vs Superia Ecoblue 4S
The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 wins this category with an average rank of 13.0, compared to no data for the Superia Ecoblue 4S.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Hankook Kinergy 4S2 vs Superia Ecoblue 4S
The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 wins this category with an average rank of 5.9, compared to no data for the Superia Ecoblue 4S.
📏 Mileage: Hankook Kinergy 4S2 vs Superia Ecoblue 4S
The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 wins this category with an average rank of 8.4, compared to no data for the Superia Ecoblue 4S.
🔋 Efficiency: Hankook Kinergy 4S2 vs Superia Ecoblue 4S
The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 wins this category with an average rank of 4.6, compared to no data for the Superia Ecoblue 4S.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Hankook Kinergy 4S2 or Superia Ecoblue 4S?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 ranks higher on average than the Superia Ecoblue 4S.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Superia Ecoblue 4S across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 ranks better than the Superia Ecoblue 4S.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 shows better mileage performance than the Superia Ecoblue 4S.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Hankook Kinergy 4S2 appears in 25 independent tests, Superia Ecoblue 4S in 1, with 1 head-to-head tests where both were measured.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
