Pros and cons
- Short braking distance on dry roads
- Exceptional handling on the wet
- Great handling on dry roads
- Low drive-by noise levels
- Short braking distance on wet roads
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Competitors
Sizes
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 is made in 149 sizes, starting from 185/55 R15 up to 195/55 R20.
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 is ranked #88 of 861 summer tyres based on the results of tests carried out by ADAC 2022, ADAC 2021, and other organizations. Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 belongs to the Premium segment and is made by a manufacturer from South Korea. However, this particular model is made in Hungary. It is made in total of 149 sizes, 185/55 R15 being the smallest and 195/55 R20 the largest. This tyre was featured in tests 22 times, first test was carried in 2016. Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 got replaced by a newer model - Hankook Ventus Prime 4. This model received the best possible rating in 5 tests. Eu ratings can provide interesting overview over the available dimensions - 71% of Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 has "A" wet grip rating and most (83%) of the dimensions has "C" fuel-saving rating. Noise levels of most dimensions are average - 43% of them produce 71db noise, which result in "b" overall rating. This tyre has a initial tread depth of 7.50 mm in 225/50 R17. It can be compared to Wetproof, which is a tyre from Nokian (Finland) and has a rating of 87%, compared to 88% of the Hankook in question. There was a braking test that featured both Nokian Wetproof and Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 held by autobild in 2021. It was tested on a Skoda Karoq with 215/60 R16 tyres. On the wet, the Hankook stopped from 80km/h in 29,6m, whereas the competing Nokian took longer to stop - 31,7m. The results repeat on the dry, where the Hankook stopped earlier at the 34,1m mark, compared to 35,1m of the Nokian.
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Timeline
2016
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 was tested 2x (Autobild,...) and won the Autobild 205/55 R16 test.
2017
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 was tested 5x (ADAC,...)
2018
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 was tested 4x (Autobild,...) and won the Autobild 195/65 R15 test.
2019
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 was tested 3x (ACE,...)
2020
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 was tested 4x (ACE,...)
2021
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 was tested 3x (Autobild,...) and won the Autobild 205/55 R16 test.
2022
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 was tested 1x (ADAC)
2022
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 got replaced by Hankook Ventus Prime 4
Achievements
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 in tyre tests
The Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 is a highly-rated premium segment tyre that has performed well in various tests over the years. With an overall rating of 88%, it has garnered impressive results across numerous tyre tests conducted by organizations such as ADAC, Autobild, and others. In some instances, it has even achieved some of the best values in the test, notably excelling in categories such as dry braking, dry handling, and wet braking.
For example, in the 2021 Autobild Summer tyre test, the tyre ranked 6th out of 20, earning the rating of "Good". It also topped the charts for dry braking, dry handling, and wet braking. Similarly, in the Autobild Summer tyre test in 2021, it achieved the best results in wet circle cornering, demonstrating its excellent performance on wet surfaces.
Although the tyre was last in the ADAC Summer tyre test in 2022, it still received a "Satisfactory" rating, which speaks to its quality and consistency when compared to other premium tyres. Overall, the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 has proved itself as a reliable and well-rounded option for those seeking a high-quality premium tyre for their vehicles.
All tyre tests where Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 was featured:
| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 2,1 | 1,5 | 2,4 | 1,0 | 1,2 | ||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 2,7 | 2,5 | 2,6 | 1,5 | 1,8 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 1 | ||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 1- | 1- | 3+ | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | |||
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| Best values in test | 1,8 | 1,4 | 2,7 | 0,6 | |||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 2,7 | 1,5 | 2,9 | 2,5 | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 29,6 | |||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 34,1 | 29,6 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | Running costs | ||
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| Best values in test | 61 | 56 | 20 | 8 | 18 | ||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 36 | 47 | 19 | 7 | 13 | ||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 264 | 137 | 129 | ||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 240 | 111 | 129 | ||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Comfort | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 61 | 11 | 12 | 1 | 6 | ||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 49 | 23 | 12 | 7 | 7 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 2,2 | 1,7 | 2,1 | 1,0 | 1,2 | ||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 2,4 | 2,7 | 2,6 | 2,0 | 2,0 | ||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | Running costs | |
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| Best values in test | 153 | 66 | 51 | 19 | 10 | 17 | |
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 143 | 51 | 49 | 16 | 10 | 17 | |
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 8,8 | 9,1 | 9,3 | 9,7 | |||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 8,3 | 7,8 | 9,3 | 6,9 | |||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Offroad | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 2+ | ||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 2 | 2+ | 2+ | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 2,0 | 1,6 | 3,0 | 1,0 | 1,7 | ||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 2,5 | 1,6 | 3,4 | 2,5 | 2,1 | ||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 280 | 149 | 131 | ||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 222 | 93 | 129 | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 2+ | 1- | 2- | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,5 | 34,3 | |||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 34,5 | 35,2 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 34,6 | |||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 34,3 | 35,7 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 2+ | 2+ | 2 | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Wear | Comfort | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 1,9 | 1,5 | 0,5 | 1,5 | 1,6 | ||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 3,3 | 1,8 | 2,5 | 3,0 | 2,2 | ||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 256 | 131 | 133 | ||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 225 | 104 | 121 | ||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
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| Best values in test | 153 | 42 | 37 | 14 | 6 | ||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 144 | 57 | 47 | 16 | 9 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 2+ | 1- | 1- | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,6 | 27 | |||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 34,6 | 27,9 | |||||
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Test ratings distribution
| 100% (5x) | 85% (9x) | 75% (1x) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exemplary | Highly recommended | Satisfactory | Recommended | Good | Conditionally recommended |
| 4x | 1x | 3x | 3x | 3x | 1x |
Ratings x Wheel size
| R15 | R16 | R17 |
|---|---|---|
| 92.5% (2x) | 87.5% (6x) | 90% (7x) |
Ratings x Width
| 195/xx Rxx | 205/xx Rxx | 215/xx Rxx | 225/xx Rxx | 235/xx Rxx |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92.5% (2x) | 88% (5x) | 82.5% (4x) | 100% (3x) | 85% (1x) |
FAQ
Where is Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 made?
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 is made in Hungary.
Which cars have Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 as first equipment?
These cars have Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 as a first equipment tyre from factory: Citroën C3 Aircross
Is this tyre suitable for SUVs?
Yes, this tyre is also made in SUV sizes.