225/45 R17 Hankook Ventus Prime 4 variants
Hankook Ventus Prime 4 is a summer tyre made in total of 152 sizes, ranging from R16 to R16 - this particular dimension is R17, which means it fits to a 17 inch/431.8mm diameter wheel. 225/45 R17 is 40mm wider than the narrowest dimension (185) and -10mm narrower than the widest one (215). This tyre profile of 45 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 45% of the tyre width (225mm), which results in 101.25mm sidewall height. In 225/45 R17, there are 3 possible speed indexes for Hankook Ventus Prime 4 - "","Y","W", which are good for speeds up to , 300, 270 km/h. In 225/45 R17, Ventus Prime 4 usually competes against Turanza 6, which is a tyre from Bridgestone with a rating of 83%, compared to 81% of the Hankook in question. Latest test in 225/45 R17 was held by Aftonbladet in 2025, where Ventus Prime 4 received rating "" and finished on the 6. place. It was tested on a .
225/45 R17 91
225/45 R17 91 Y
225/45 R17 91 Y
225/45 R17 94
225/45 R17 94 W
Hankook Ventus Prime 4 is made in 152 sizes, starting from 185/55 R16 up to 215/45 R20.
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Hankook Ventus Prime 4 in tyre tests
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (225/45 R17)
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| Best values in test | 9.1 | ||||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime 4 | 8.4 | ||||||
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exemplary
Ranked #3 of 10
Securing a notable third place among ten competitors, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 made a strong impression with its outstanding performance. It received a final rating of 'Exemplary', distinguishing itself through compelling driving properties on both wet and dry surfaces, alongside good safety margins in aquaplaning scenarios. The tyre demonstrated a neutral and secure handling in all conditions, coupled with a low pass-by noise level that contributes to a pleasant driving experience. Additionally, it was praised for its cost-effectiveness, attributed to both a low price point and an excellent value for money. Despite its many strengths, the tyre's comfort was deemed average. Remarkably, it showcased superior performance in aquaplaning - longitudinal and external noise disciplines, underlining its robust design and attention to critical safety and comfort aspects.
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | |||
| Hankook Ventus Prime 4 | 2+ | 2 | 2 | 2+ | |||
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exemplary
Ranked #5 of 12
Finishing 5th out of 12 competitors, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 distinguished itself with an exemplary final rating. This tire stood out for its good off-road capabilities, balanced handling on both wet and dry surfaces, sporty steering behavior, and short braking distances on wet roads. Additionally, it demonstrated fuel-saving rolling resistance, marking it as a strong contender in efficiency. However, it did show moderate aquaplaning reserves, which is a point for potential improvement. Despite this, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 proved to be a top-performing tire in a highly competitive field.
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