Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 vs Hankook Ventus RS4: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 and Hankook Ventus RS4 appear in 2 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 Ventus RS3 Z222 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
How the Hankook Ventus RS4 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 Ventus RS3 Z222 and Hankook Ventus RS4 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 prefer the Hankook Ventus RS4's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 | Hankook Ventus RS4 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | UHP | UHP |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 1 | 1 |
| Best rank | #1 | #4 |
| Avg rank | 4.0 | 4.5 |
| Latest test | 2019 | 2021 |
| Tire Lab Score | — | — |
Tire Lab Score
Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222
Hankook Ventus RS4
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 | Hankook Ventus RS4 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 5.0 | No data | Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 4.0 1 | Avg rank 5.0 | Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 |
💧 Wet: Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 vs Hankook Ventus RS4
The Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 wins this category with an average rank of 5.0, compared to no data for the Hankook Ventus RS4.
☀️ Dry: Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 vs Hankook Ventus RS4
The Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 wins this category with an average rank of 4.0, compared to 5.0 for the Hankook Ventus RS4.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 or Hankook Ventus RS4?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 ranks higher on average than the Hankook Ventus RS4.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Hankook Ventus RS4 across the tests where both appeared.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 appears in 1 independent tests, Hankook Ventus RS4 in 1.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
