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205/65 R16 Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 variants
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Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 is a winter tyre made in total of 77 sizes, ranging from R14 to R14 - this particular dimension is R16, which means it fits to a 16 inch/406.4mm diameter wheel. 205/65 R16 is 40mm wider than the narrowest dimension (165) and 20mm narrower than the widest one (225). This tyre profile of 65 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 65% of the tyre width (205mm), which results in 133.25mm sidewall height. In 205/65 R16, there is only one possible speed index for Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 - "H", which is good for speeds up to 210 km/h.
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 is made in 77 sizes, starting from 165/65 R14 up to 225/55 R17.
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Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 in tyre tests
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ADAC Winter tyre test 2024 205/55 R16
satisfactory
Ranked #4 of 12
Finishing 4th out of 12 competitors, the Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 earned a final rating of 'Satisfactory'. The tyre demonstrated secure and precise handling on both dry and wintery roads, along with good projected mileage and very low abrasion. Additionally, it featured a low weight and reduced fuel consumption. However, it showed slight weaknesses in handling on wet roads. The tyre excelled particularly in aquaplaning (longitudinal) and mileage disciplines.
satisfactory
Ranked #4 of 12
Finishing 4th out of 12 competitors, the Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 earned a final rating of 'Satisfactory'. The tyre demonstrated secure and precise handling on both dry and wintery roads, along with good projected mileage and very low abrasion. Additionally, it featured a low weight and reduced fuel consumption. However, it showed slight weaknesses in handling on wet roads. The tyre excelled particularly in aquaplaning (longitudinal) and mileage disciplines.
| Name | Winter | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 1.6 | 1.9 | 2.0 | 2.3 | 2.9 | 1.7 | 2.0 |
| Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 | 2.9 | 2.8 | 2.8 | 2.6 | 3.0 | 2.4 | 2.5 |
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AUTOBILD Winter tyre test 2024 205/55 R16
good
Ranked #6 of 20
The Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 secured 6th place among 20 competitors, receiving a 'Good' rating. It stood out for its sporty and responsive performance across various weather conditions and demonstrated excellent aquaplaning resistance. The tire also excelled in mileage, snow braking, and snow cornering, showcasing its versatility and endurance. Despite these strengths, the tire had a notable weakness with an extended wet braking distance. Overall, it offers a strong performance-to-price ratio, combining solid handling with exceptional longevity.
good
Ranked #6 of 20
The Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 secured 6th place among 20 competitors, receiving a 'Good' rating. It stood out for its sporty and responsive performance across various weather conditions and demonstrated excellent aquaplaning resistance. The tire also excelled in mileage, snow braking, and snow cornering, showcasing its versatility and endurance. Despite these strengths, the tire had a notable weakness with an extended wet braking distance. Overall, it offers a strong performance-to-price ratio, combining solid handling with exceptional longevity.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 1 | 2+ | |||
| Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2- | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on wet | Stopping distance on snow | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 34.6 | 28.9 | |||||
| Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 | 37.8 | 29.1 | |||||
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| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 2 | 2.1 | |||||
| Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 | 2.8 | 2.2 | |||||
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