215/55 R17 Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 variants
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 R17, which means it fits to a 17 inch/431.8mm diameter wheel. 215/55 R17 is 50mm wider than the narrowest dimension (165) and 10mm narrower than the widest one (225). This tyre profile of 55 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 55% of the tyre width (215mm), which results in 118.25mm sidewall height. In 215/55 R17, there is only one possible speed index for Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 - "V", which is good for speeds up to 240 km/h. In 215/55 R17, W462 Winter i*cept RS3 usually competes against UltraGrip Performance 3, which is a tyre from GoodYear with a rating of 97%, compared to 75% of the Hankook in question. Latest test in 215/55 R17 was held by Autobild in 2022, where W462 Winter i*cept RS3 received rating "Good" and finished on the 7. place. It was tested on a VW Passat.
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
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (215/55 R17)
| Name | Points total | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 392 | ||||||
| Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 | 369 | ||||||
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satisfactory
Ranked #5 of 16
Finishing 5th out of 16 competitors, the Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 earned a "Satisfactory" rating. The tire demonstrated secure and precise handling on both wet and wintery roads, along with good projected mileage and low wear. It also performed impressively in aquaplaning resistance. However, it exhibited slight weaknesses on dry surfaces and faced some production delays. Its light weight and low fuel consumption further complemented its strengths.
| Name | Winter | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 1.7 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 1.7 | 2.7 | 1.6 | 1.3 |
| Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 | 2.1 | 2.4 | 2.8 | 2.6 | 3.2 | 2.6 | 1.7 |
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good
Ranked #7 of 19
Securing a commendable 7th place out of 19 competitors, the Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 tire showcased a strong performance with a final rating of 'Good'. This tire distinguished itself through its innovative winter profile, balanced driving characteristics, and dynamic handling both on wet and dry surfaces. Notably, it excelled in preventing aquaplaning, ensuring a strong grip and safety during heavy rainfalls or melting snow. Further underlining its prowess, the tire was unrivaled in aquaplaning - longitudinal and dry handling, where its performance was best in class. However, despite its merits in handling and safety features, it faced criticism for its moderate tread life and average comfort levels.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | |||
| Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 | 2+ | 2 | 2 | 3+ | |||
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Ranked #9 of 56
| Name | Stopping distance on wet | Stopping distance on snow |
|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 32,8 | 25,4 |
| Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3 | 35,3 | 26,6 |
