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1. Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Premium2. Nokian Line Upper-middle
Comparison: Nokian Line vs. Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
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Let's compare two popular summer tyres: the Nokian Line and the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125. These two models have been subject to a range of tests, so we're able to deliver a comprehensive comparison.
The Nokian Line is a well-known tyre, manufactured in Finland by Nokian. It received our rating of just 35%, which suggests that this tyre may struggle to compete with some of the top performers available on the market. In the Autobild test, the Nokian Line achieved a 14th place out of 50 tyres overall. However, it bettered its performance in ADAC's evaluation, ranking in 7th place out of 16 tested tyres. The Nokian Line was not designed for first equipment and has no identified direct predecessor nor a newer model that replaced it. Its greatest strengths and weaknesses are not specified, which might concern potential buyers.
On the flip side, we have the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125. This model comes from Hankook - a manufacturer based in Hungary. The hefty score of 72% in our ratings reflects this tyre's impressive performance. Unveiled as the first equipment for the Citroën C3 Aircross, it flaunts its consistent performance across tests. In Autobild's evaluation, the Hankook Ventus Prime3 secured a commendable 2nd place and was particularly appreciated for its dry handling. The ADAC test, however, positioned this tyre in the 14th place out of 16, which may cause some potential buyers to reconsider.
The Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 has since been replaced by the newer Hankook Ventus Prime4, which might intrigue those searching for the latest tyre technology.
In summarizing their points of strength and weakness, the Nokian Line offers inconsistent results across various tests. It was a middle-top performer in the ADAC test, but placed lower in the Autobild test, and our score places it distinctly lower than its competitor. On the other hand, the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 delivers superior dry handling and outdoes the Nokian Line in our ratings, securing a high place in the Autobild test - but falls behind somewhat in the ADAC's ranking.
While both tyres have their pros and cons, according to our reviews and test results, the Hankook Ventus Prime3 appears to be the superior choice overall, provided you're looking for a tyre with excellent dry handling and don't mind it performing less well in the ADAC test.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
2. Nokian Line 17.
Average position in tests
2. Nokian Line 12.17
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Exemplary2. Nokian Line Good
Worst rating in test
1. Nokian Line Good2. Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Conditionally recommended
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - cross
1. Nokian Line 69%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
1. Nokian Line 87%
Wet handling
1. Nokian Line 80%
Wet circle cornering
1. Nokian Line 87%
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Costs
(Overall rating)Mileage
2. Nokian Line 63%
Fuel consumption according to EU label
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
2. Nokian Line 63%
Outside noise accoring to EU label
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Dimensions and prices
Mutual tests
| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Nokian Line Rating: Satisfactory | 2- | 2 | 3 | ||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Rating: Exemplary | 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 | |||||
| Nokian Line | 37,5 | 38 | |||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 34,5 | 35,2 | |||||
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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 | ||
| Nokian Line Rating: Good | 2,6 | 2,2 | 2,0 | 3,5 | 2,3 | ||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Rating: Good | 3,3 | 1,8 | 2,5 | 3,0 | 2,2 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Nokian Line Rating: - | 2- | 2- | 3 | ||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 Rating: Exemplary | 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 | |||||
| Nokian Line | 37,9 | 29,1 | |||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 | 34,6 | 27,9 | |||||
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