The Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 is a well-rounded summer tire that offers good handling in both wet and dry conditions. It has short braking distances on both wet and dry surfaces, and is generally quiet on the road. The tire also has a low rolling resistance, making it fuel-efficient and affordable. However, it has been noted to have limited safety reserves in curves with standing water, and subpar performance in terms of kilometer lifespan. It is also criticized for having a lack of clarity in steering feedback, and can produce noticeable tire noise while driving. Overall, the tire performs well in safety-critical situations, but falls short in other areas compared to its competitors in the market.
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 is made in 109 sizes, starting from 205/45 R17 up to 285/30 R22.
2019
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 was launched
2019
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 was tested 2x (Autobild,...)
2020
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 was tested 3x (ADAC,...)
2021
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 was tested 3x (Tyre Reviews,...)
2022
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 was tested 4x (Tyre Reviews,...)
2023
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 was tested 5x (Tyre Reviews,...) and won the Autobild 225/45 R18 test.
The Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 is a premium segment tyre that has been tested by some of Europe's most valued organizations that test tyres. The first test was conducted in 2019 and the latest one in 2023. The tyre has been tested in various dimensions and periods, mostly during the summer season. The Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 has an overall rating of 87%, which is a very good result for a premium segment tyre.
The tyre has received mixed results across different tests. In Autobild's Summer tyre test 2023 225/45 R18, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 placed 12th out of 20, while in the same test, but on 225/45 R18, it took the 1st place out of 50. The Autobild Summer tyre test 2022 245/40 R19 saw the tyre place 3rd out of 10, while the Autozeitung Summer tyre test 2021 225/40 R18 saw it in 9th place out of 10.
The Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 was the best in the Autobild Summer tyre test 2023 225/45 R18 and the 2022 Autobild Summer tyre test 245/40 R19 in the dry braking and wet braking disciplines. In the Autobild Summer tyre test 2022 225/45 R18, it was the best in the dry braking discipline, and in Autobild Summer tyre test 2022 245/40 R19, it was the best in dry braking, exterior noise, wet braking, and wet handling.
The tyre has been a winner in some of the tests. However, it also received satisfactory results in a few of them. Overall, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 is a reliable and high-performing tyre that performs very well in most tests.
All tyre tests where Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 was featured:
Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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Best values in test | 58.1 | 24.8 | |||||
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 | 58.1 | 24.8 | |||||
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Best values in test | 71 | 54 | 19 | 7 | |||
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 | 62 | 50 | 17 | 6 | |||
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Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 | 2+ | 2+ | 3+ | ||||
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Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 | 2+ | 2 | |||||
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Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 | 2+ | 2+ | |||||
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Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 | 1- | 2 | |||||
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Name | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | ||||
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Best values in test | 9,0 | 9,7 | 9,4 | ||||
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 | 8,5 | 8,0 | 6,3 | ||||
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Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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Best values in test | 92 | 93 | 93 | ||||
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 | 78 | 69 | 87 | ||||
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Best values in test | 1 | 1- | |||||
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 | 2 | 2 | |||||
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Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | ||
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Best values in test | 1,7 | 1,3 | 2,8 | 2,0 | 1,6 | ||
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 | 3,1 | 2,0 | 3,4 | 2,5 | 1,8 | ||
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Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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Best values in test | 32,1 | 28,7 | |||||
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 | 34,7 | 30,3 | |||||
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Best values in test | 1 | 1- | 1 | ||||
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 | 2+ | 2+ | 3+ | ||||
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Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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Best values in test | 34,2 | 28,7 | |||||
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 | 35,2 | 28,7 | |||||
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Best values in test | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||||
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 | 2+ | 1- | 2 | ||||
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100% (4x) | 85% (9x) | ||||
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Highly recommended | Exemplary | Very good | Recommended | Satisfactory | Good |
1x | 2x | 1x | 3x | 3x | 3x |
R17 | R18 | R19 | R20 |
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92.5% (2x) | 86.9% (8x) | 100% (2x) | 85% (1x) |
225/xx Rxx | 245/xx Rxx | 265/xx Rxx |
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88.3% (9x) | 95% (3x) | 85% (1x) |
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 is made in Korea.
These cars have Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 as a first equipment tyre from factory: Audi Q8 (285/45 R21),Audi SQ8 (285/45 R21), Porsche Cayenne (315/35 ZR 21,285/40 ZR 21), BMW X3 (225/60 R18)
Yes, this tyre is also made in SUV sizes.