245/40 R19 Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 variants
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 is a summer tyre made in total of 109 sizes, ranging from R17 to R17 - this particular dimension is R19, which means it fits to a 19 inch/482.6mm diameter wheel. 245/40 R19 is 40mm wider than the narrowest dimension (205) and 40mm narrower than the widest one (285). This tyre profile of 40 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 40% of the tyre width (245mm), which results in 98mm sidewall height. In 245/40 R19, there is only one possible speed index for Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 - "Y", which is good for speeds up to 300 km/h. In 245/40 R19, Ventus S1 evo3 K127 usually competes against Sportcontact 6, which is a tyre from Continental with a rating of 77%, compared to 74% of the Hankook in question. Latest test in 245/40 R19 was held by Autobild in 2022, where Ventus S1 evo3 K127 received rating "Exemplary" and finished on the 3. place. It was tested on a BMW 5.
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 is made in 109 sizes, starting from 205/45 R17 up to 285/30 R22.
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Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 in tyre tests
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (245/40 R19)
very good
Ranked #3 of 10
Securing a commendable third place among ten participants, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 showcased a performance that earned it a 'Very good' rating. The tire demonstrated exceptional strengths, including remarkably short braking distances on wet surfaces and a consistent, predictable response when navigating through wet corners. Its performance remained reliable during sudden evasive maneuvers, further reinforcing its credentials in safety-critical situations. However, the tire did face critiques for its compromised aquaplaning resistance, limited cornering stability on dry roads, sluggish steering response, and less precise steering feedback. Additionally, a noticeable noise during cornering was observed. Despite these shortcomings, the tire excelled distinctly in crucial disciplines such as dry lane changing, wet braking, and wet handling, affirming its strengths in areas directly impacting safety and control.
| 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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exemplary
Ranked #3 of 10
Finishing an impressive 3rd out of 10 competitors, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 garnered an 'Exemplary' rating for its outstanding performance. Testers were impressed by its sport profile, highlighting exceptional driving characteristics on wet surfaces along with secure handling in dry conditions. The tire was noted for its short braking distances, both on wet and dry roads, strengthening its position as a top performer. However, it was pointed out that the tire could improve in terms of rolling comfort, indicating room for enhancement. The Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 excelled notably in disciplines such as dry braking, exterior noise, wet braking, and wet handling, showcasing its prowess in critical areas for driving safety and comfort.
| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 | 1- | 2 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 32,1 | 28,7 | |||||
| Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 | 34,7 | 30,3 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 | 2+ | 2+ | 3+ | ||||
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