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1. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Premium2. Continental PremiumContact 7 Premium
Comparison: Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 vs. Continental PremiumContact 7
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The Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 and Continental PremiumContact 7 are two summer tyres that have been extensively reviewed and tested. Both are praised for their different strengths and weaknesses.
The Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 is a tyre that boasts impressive performance and value for money. This UUHP tyre, made in KR, demonstrates excellent wet grip and low energy use, promising an efficient drive. In test results, the tyre achieved impressive results in exterior noise and wet braking. However, its drawbacks, according to reviews, include a slower steering response and lower aquaplaning resistance.
Meanwhile, the Continental PremiumContact 7 is a standout tyre for its impressive wet conditions handling and energy use. This touring tyre, crafted in multiple European countries, shines for its dry braking and wet cornering abilities, ultimately contributing to superior safety. The tyre had the lowest rolling resistance on test and outperformed in the deeper water of the aquaplaning tests.
Both tyres have their respective strengths, rendering the verdict highly dependent on specific driving conditions and preferences. The Continental PremiumContact 7 might be the overall winner in terms of test performance, but the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 offers excellent value for money and a commendable grip in wet conditions.
It is noteworthy that the Continental PremiumContact 6 and Continental ContiPremiumContact 5 are the previous models of the Continental PremiumContact 7, while there are no recorded previous models of the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127. As for future models, no replacement models have been announced for either tyre.
When choosing between these two tyres, consider the aspects that matter most to you. Whether you prioritize handling performance, noise levels, wet grip, or value for money, both the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 and the Continental PremiumContact 7 have proven to deliver high-quality performance based on the tests conducted.
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1. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Exemplary2. Continental PremiumContact 7 Test winner
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2. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Satisfactory
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - cross
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(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
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| Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Rating: - | |||||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 Rating: Test winner | |||||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | ||||||
| Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Rating: Recommended | 1 | ||||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 Rating: Test winner | 1 | ||||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | |||
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| Best values in test | 71 | 54 | 19 | 7 | |||
| Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Rating: Highly recommended | 62 | 50 | 17 | 6 | |||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 Rating: Highly recommended | 71 | 52 | 19 | 4 | |||
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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 Rating: Satisfactory | 2+ | 2+ | 3+ | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 Rating: Outstanding | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | ||||
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| 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 | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 | 59 | 25.3 | |||||
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