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Comparison: Bridgestone Potenza Sport vs. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127

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Summary
Wet
Dry
Costs
Mutual tests
Dimensions and prices
Buy %

#	Bridgestone Potenza Sport /89%	Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 /74%

Dimensions	R17 - R22	R17 - R22
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In this article, we present a detailed comparison of two popular summer tyres - the Bridgestone Potenza Sport and the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127. Both these tyres belong to the UUHP (Ultra-Ultra High Performance) category. While Bridgestone products are manufactured in Poland and Hungary, the Hankook Ventus is produced in Korea.
On our rating scale, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport is ahead with a score of 89% as compared to the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 which scored 74%. As a quick note, as of now, these tyres haven’t been replaced by newer models.
The Bridgestone Potenza Sport shines in wet conditions, boasting significant grip and the fastest lap time among the group, as well as excellent wet braking capabilities. However, areas where it fell short include a considerable drop in cooler wet braking tests and a struggle with deeper water in the aquaplaning tests. Moreover, it showed potential longevity issues and high rolling resistance, and was found to be the least cost-effective on test.
The Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 on the other hand, provides excellent value for money, showing commendable wet grip and low energy use. It’s steering response was the slowest in the test and it has very low resistance against aquaplaning. But it is also important to mention that it is used as the first equipment in high-end cars like Audi Q8, Audi SQ8, Porsche Cayenne and BMW X3.
As per overall results, in the "Die Reifentester" evaluation, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport bagged the first position out of 8, while the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 stood fourth. In the "ACE" test, Bridgestone managed to secure the fourth place out of 10 and Hankook came seventh. In the "Autobild" test, Bridgestone again managed to secure the first place out of 9 and Hankook settled at the sixth position.
In conclusion, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport shows superior performance and grip, especially in wet conditions but is slightly on the expensive side. On the other hand, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 offers excellent value for money and commendable wet grip, but has its limitations in steering response and aquaplaning resistance. Both tires have their strengths and weaknesses and the choice would ultimately depend on the specific needs and conditions of usage of the driver.

Segment

1. Bridgestone Potenza Sport Premium

2. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Premium

Number of sizes available

1. Bridgestone Potenza Sport 133

2. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 109

Number of tests

1. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 18x

2. Bridgestone Potenza Sport 17x

Best position in test

1. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 1.

2. Bridgestone Potenza Sport 1.

Worst position in test

1. Bridgestone Potenza Sport 6.

2. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 14.

Average position in tests

1. Bridgestone Potenza Sport 3.47

2. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 6.22

Year of the last test

1. Bridgestone Potenza Sport 2025

2. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 2025

Best rating in test

1. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Exemplary

2. Bridgestone Potenza Sport Very good

Worst rating in test

1. Bridgestone Potenza Sport Good

2. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Satisfactory

Wet

(Overall rating)

Bridgestone
Potenza Sport

85%

Hankook
Ventus S1 evo3 K127

71%

Wet braking

1. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 94%

2. Bridgestone Potenza Sport 86%

Wet handling

1. Bridgestone Potenza Sport 90%

2. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 84%

Aquaplaning - longitudal

1. Bridgestone Potenza Sport 72%

2. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 66%

Aquaplaning - cross

1. Bridgestone Potenza Sport 67%

2. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 45%

Wet circle cornering

1. Bridgestone Potenza Sport 93%

2. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 81%

Wet braking according to EU label

1. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 A

2. Bridgestone Potenza Sport ?

Dry

(Overall rating)

Bridgestone
Potenza Sport

85%

Hankook
Ventus S1 evo3 K127

74%

Dry handling

1. Bridgestone Potenza Sport 79%

2. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 73%

Dry braking

1. Bridgestone Potenza Sport 90%

2. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 88%

Offroad

(Overall rating)

Bridgestone
Potenza Sport

82.2%

Hankook
Ventus S1 evo3 K127

0%

Costs

(Overall rating)

Hankook
Ventus S1 evo3 K127

76%

Bridgestone
Potenza Sport

56%

Rolling resistance

1. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 76%

2. Bridgestone Potenza Sport 56%

Fuel consumption according to EU label

1. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 C

2. Bridgestone Potenza Sport ?

Comfort

(Overall rating)

Hankook
Ventus S1 evo3 K127

70%

Bridgestone
Potenza Sport

69%

Exterior noise

1. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 77%

2. Bridgestone Potenza Sport 61%

Comfort

1. Bridgestone Potenza Sport 78%

2. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 65%

Outside noise accoring to EU label

1. Bridgestone Potenza Sport ?

2. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 ?

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Mutual tests

Die Reifentester Summer tyre test 2025 225/40 R18

Name
Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Very good
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Rating: Good
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Tyre Reviews Summer tyre test 2023 225/40 R18

Name
Best values in test	1
Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Recommended	1
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Rating: Recommended	1
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ACE Summer tyre test 2023 225/45 R18

Name	Wet	Dry	Rolling resistance	Noise
Best values in test	71	54	19	7
Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Highly recommended	67	53	15	5
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Rating: Highly recommended	62	50	17	6
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