Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 vs Hankook Ventus S1 evo: 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 S1 evo 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 does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
How the Hankook Ventus S1 evo performs. It takes the win in wet, noise / comfort, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 87/100, based on 1 test.
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 S1 evo 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 prefer the Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222's brand, sizing or price
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise noise / comfort
- You prioritise efficiency
Test profile
| Metric | Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 | Hankook Ventus S1 evo |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | UHP | UHP |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 1 | 1 |
| Best rank | #1 | #2 |
| Avg rank | 4.0 | 4.4 |
| Latest test | 2019 | 2018 |
| Tire Lab Score | — | 87.2 |
Tire Lab Score
Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222
Hankook Ventus S1 evo
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 | Hankook Ventus S1 evo | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 5.0 | Avg rank 4.0 1 | Hankook Ventus S1 evo |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 4.0 1 | Avg rank 4.0 1 | Tie |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | No data | Avg rank 3.5 1 | Hankook Ventus S1 evo |
| 🔋Efficiency | No data | Avg rank 6.0 | Hankook Ventus S1 evo |
💧 Wet: Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 vs Hankook Ventus S1 evo
The Hankook Ventus S1 evo wins this category with an average rank of 4.0, compared to 5.0 for the Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222.
☀️ Dry: Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 vs Hankook Ventus S1 evo
Both tires perform similarly in dry, with average ranks of 4.0 and 4.0.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 vs Hankook Ventus S1 evo
The Hankook Ventus S1 evo wins this category with an average rank of 3.5, compared to no data for the Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222.
🔋 Efficiency: Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 vs Hankook Ventus S1 evo
The Hankook Ventus S1 evo wins this category with an average rank of 6.0, compared to no data for the Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 or Hankook Ventus S1 evo?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo ranks higher on average than the Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo ranks better than the Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Hankook Ventus RS3 Z222 appears in 1 independent tests, Hankook Ventus S1 evo 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 →
