Is the Hankook Ventus S1 evo a good tire?
The Hankook Ventus S1 evo appears in 1 independent comparative tire test in our database. Across those results it earns a Tire Lab Score of 87/100 — rated "Very Good" among Summer tires. The score is a weighted average of its per-category performance relative to the winner of each test it entered, so a tire only scores highly by beating strong competition rather than by appearing in easy tests.
Where it shines. Across published test rankings the Hankook Ventus S1 evo is consistently competitive in wet braking and cabin noise. In wet braking specifically it averages a #3.0 finish across 1 ranked result, including 0 outright wins. Wet braking is the single most safety-relevant number in any tire test, so it carries the heaviest weight in the score above.
Who should buy it. The Hankook Ventus S1 evo suits drivers who prioritise wet braking and do not face severe winter conditions. Before buying, check the size you need is actually offered — performance varies between sizes, and test results are published for one specific size at a time. The full test-by-test breakdown and price comparison below let you confirm both.
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Weighted average of this tire's per-category performance scores (100 = matched the test winner). Higher is better.
⚠️ Mileage data unavailable – scored at segment median (68/100)
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