Hankook Ventus Prime 4

Name: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
Brand: Hankook
Rating: 4.3 (51 reviews)

The Hankook Ventus Prime 4 is a Premium Touring Summer tyre designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars.

Tyre review data from 51 tyre reviews averaging 85% over 255,983 miles driven, and 11 tests with an average result of 6th.

Dry Grip 90%

Wet Grip 86%

Road Feedback 85%

Handling 85%

Wear 80%

Comfort 86%

Buy again 83%

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First On Market	May 2021
Wheel Size	16 - 20"
Width	195 - 255mm
Profile	40 - 70

Rolling Resistance	A - C
Wet Grip	A - B
Noise (dB)	68 - 71
Winter Rating	Not Winter Rated

The Ventus Prime 4 is ranked 16th of 154 Summer Premium Touring tyres.

This tyre replaced the Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125.

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Tests Included

Best Result

2nd

Worst Result

13th

Average Result

6th

Latest Tyre Test Results

2024 Summer Tyre Market Overview

4th of 55 tyres

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2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test

7th of 21 tyres

Dynamic driving behavior on wet and dry roads, short dry braking distances, low rolling resistance.
Moderate tread life.
Good.

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2024 ADAC Summer Tyre Test

8th of 16 tyres

The Hankook Ventus Prime4 achieves only a satisfactory rating, primarily due to its wet performance. On dry roads, it provides satisfactory steering feedback and is considered safe at the limit, with its braking distance rated as good compared to other tyres in the test. However, on wet roads, the Ventus Prime4 narrowly misses a good rating in braking distance measurements and clearly falls short in wet handling, offering a medium level of grip and suboptimal integration of longitudinal and lateral forces. Its aquaplaning resistance is also rated as just satisfactory. In terms of environmental impact, the Ventus Prime4 receives a good rating, with both its projected mileage and wear rated as good. Its weight is considered good for efficiency, and it nearly achieves a very good rating in fuel consumption.

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Size	Fuel	Wet	Noise
16 inch
205/60R16 92 V	A	A	68
215/60R16 95 V	A	A	69
205/55R16 91 H	C	A	69
205/55R16 91 V	C	A	69
205/55R16 91 W	C	A	69
205/55R16 94 V XL	C	A	69
205/55R16 94 W XL	C	A	69
205/60R16 92 H	B	A	69
205/60R16 96 V XL	B	A	69
205/60R16 96 W XL	B	A	69
215/60R16 99 V XL	B	A	69
205/60R16 92 H	B	A	69
205/60R16 96 V XL	B	A	69
205/60R16 92 H	B	A	69
215/70R16 100 H	A	B	70
205/55R16 94 W XL	C	A	69
205/60R16 96 W XL	B	A	69
205/60R16 96 V XL	B	A	69
215/60R16 99 V XL	B	A	69
205/55R16 91 V	C	A	69
205/55R16 91 H	C	A	69
205/55R16 91 W	C	A	69
205/55R16 94 V XL	C	A	69
205/55R16 94 W XL	C	A	69
205/55R16 91 H	C	A	69
205/55R16 91 V	C	A	69
205/55R16 91 W	C	A	69
205/55R16 94 V XL	C	A	69
17 inch
215/55R17 94 W	C	A	69
225/45R17 94 W XL	C	A	69
225/50R17 94 W	C	A	71
215/55R17 94 W	A	A	69
215/55R17 94 W	A	A	69
225/45R17 91 Y	C	A	69
225/45R17 94 W XL	C	A	69
225/50R17 98 W XL	B	A	69
205/50R17 89 V	C	A	69
205/50R17 93 W XL	B	A	69
215/55R17 94 V	B	A	69
215/55R17 98 W XL	B	A	69
225/50R17 98 W XL	B	A	69
215/55R17 94 V	B	A	69
225/60R17 99 V	B	A	69
225/60R17 99 V	B	A	69
215/45R17 91 Y XL	A	A	68
215/55R17 94 W	C	A	69
215/55R17 98 H XL	A	A	69
215/55R17 94 V	B	A	69
205/50R17 93 W XL	B	A	69
215/55R17 94 W	C	A	69
225/50R17 94 W	C	A	71
225/45R17 91 Y	C	A	69
205/50R17 93 W	B	A	69
215/55R17 98 W XL	B	A	69
225/45R17 91 Y	C	A	69
225/45R17 94 W XL	C	A	69
18 inch
245/45R18 100 W XL	C	A	69
225/40R18 92 W XL	C	A	69
245/40R18 97 W XL	C	A	69
225/40R18 92 W XL	C	A	69

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Questions and Answers for the Hankook Ventus Prime 4

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April 18, 2022

Hi, does the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 in size 225/55 R17 have a Rim Fringe Protection? Thanks

Unfortunately we don't haev details of the rim protection in each size yet, we recommended you speak to Hankook directly who should be able to advise.

July 4, 2022

I chose these tyres just a second ago in 205/60/r16. But I am wondering: Is there difference in performance between the 2 variants in this size (92v vs 96H)? I found the ventus prime 3 which seems to have a difference in performance between those 2 types.

The EU label is the best option to see basic performance stats, it might be they're the same tyre or very similar.

February 17, 2024

The tire size specification for my vehicle is 215/60 r16 95s. Would there be any adversity if I put 215/60 R16 99V XL hankook ventus prime 4s on it?

No, you can always go up in load rating. There might be a potential small loss in comfort compared to a 95 tyre, and an improvement in handling, however these differences are very small.

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Size	Price Range
195/55 R16	£104.81 - £116.41 (5 Prices)	Compare Prices >>
205/55 R16	£73.02 - £103.81 (16 Prices)	Compare Prices >>
205/60 R16	£99.31 - £134.22 (10 Prices)	Compare Prices >>
215/50 R17	£126.52 - £141.20 (3 Prices)	Compare Prices >>
225/55 R16	£129.23 - £143.36 (2 Prices)	Compare Prices >>
245/45 R18	£139.13 - £142.21 (2 Prices)	Compare Prices >>
Available in 37 tyre sizes - View all.

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Top 3 Hankook Ventus Prime 4 Reviews

Given 100% while driving a Ford Ecosport (205/60 R16) on for 10,000 spirited miles

The new Hankook Ventus Prime 4 is perfect tyres in Greek roads.

Helpful 331 - tyre reviewed on April 1, 2022

Given 99% while driving a Honda Civic (215/50 R17) on a combination of roads for 5,000 average miles

Hankook Ventus Prime 4 is one of the best summer tyres. My car loves theses tires because it brings out its qualities. The Prime 4 is quiet and performs exemplary in dry and wet conditions. After 8000 km I can say I would buy it again.

Helpful 144 - tyre reviewed on March 31, 2022

Given 99% while driving a Peugeot 206 1.6 16v NFX (205/45 R16) on a combination of roads for 100 spirited miles

I recently 'jump' from incredible Conti sport Contact 2 to these phenomenal tyres.In my dimension (205/45 R16W XL) these tyres provides phenomenal grip.They don't need warming up and my car refuses to understeer no matter what i do.They are almost 20km/h above Sport contact 2 on the limit with better steering feeling,less fuel consumption in high speeds and of course less tyrewear.I don't know what magical they did at Hankook development department centre but these tyres are the best i ever driven(i am car mechanic so i've tested many cars with many tyre brands).In Greek roads this tyre suits very well with no much compromise in comfort for the feedback and cornering stability provides.Try it and you will be suprised in many ways ;)

Helpful 128 - tyre reviewed on April 24, 2022

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Given 44% while driving a Volkswagen Polo Sedan 1.6 (205/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 25,000 average miles

Use almost 1 year (40000km). First 40% of tread life is good. Once reach 50% of tread, it start to deteriorated. End up swollen and had to replace it..this tyre is not meant for heavy users.

I'm the type of person that always do alignment, balancing and rotate every 10k km. Always avoid potholes but still end up with swollen tyres

Helpful 12 - tyre reviewed on February 11, 2025

Given 47% while driving a Audi A4 B8 Sedan (225/55 R16) on mostly town for 9,320 average miles

After Continental and Dulnop, I decided on Hankook because of the price and positive reviews. I can say that I regretted it. In the city on worn asphalt it is a disaster. In 2nd gear it slips when starting on dry ground, while braking the ABS is activated where Conti and Dunlop never were. I have now driven about 15000km with them and I am constantly thinking about how to replace them. Of course the price of new ones is what is delaying the implementation. The car they are on is an Audi A4 B8 2.0tdi 105kW. I am 47 years old and I do not mind driving recklessly, but this tire is not even for normal driving. It is not for driving on wet ground. In the city at traffic lights the car in front of me always runs away 50 meters because I am not allowed to start normally because the ESP is going wild. Hankook will not be on any of my vehicles anymore.

Helpful 20 - tyre reviewed on January 3, 2025

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Given 83% while driving a Mazda CX 3 (225/50 R18) on mostly town for 100 average miles

Swap the OEM Toyo R52A (215/50/R18) to Prime 4 (225/50/R18). The R52A has just been droved for 21k KM (2 years old -- 4.3mm left) but it has shown some hair cracks on.
- Grip: Similar to Toyo.
- Braking: Shorter than Toyo, but probably affected from wider tire contact area.
- Noise: Significantly reduced than Toyo
- Comfort: On par to more comfort on Hankook than Toyo.

Still unknown for the longevity and prime 4 capability on dealing water puddle in southeast Asia.

Helpful 25 - tyre reviewed on December 3, 2024

Given 83% while driving a Ford Mondeo Titanium 2.0 TCDI (215/60 R17) on a combination of roads for 15,000 average miles

Excellent tyre. As a summer tyre I normally use them from end of March to mid-November since here in Central Europe we usually have Novembers with no freezing temperatures so a summer tyre can perform relatively acceptable down to 7-10 degC. These tyres gives confidence and peace of mind, good grip, very good comfort, low noise, short braking distances, very good handling. This November is colder than usual and under 4-5 degC the tyre begins to show weaknesses as the compound is getting harder in cold. Noise increases and looses a certain amount of grip that warns you it's time to change. Still, runs safe just you get the feeling of these are not the circumstances the have been designed for.
The only weak point is the wear. Two seasons (20.000+ kms) and more than half of the tread went away. So I expect 30-35 k kms as lifespan. My former Goodyear lasted longer.

Helpful 17 - tyre reviewed on November 24, 2024

Given 79% while driving a Audi A5 2.0 tfsi remapped (235/40 R18) on mostly country roads for 1,000 spirited miles

Normally daily drive in an excellent grip and silent, wet road grip also excellent.
Just when wet road drainage not good, but still have grip on it.

Helpful 24 - tyre reviewed on November 17, 2024

Given 74% while driving a Toyota CHR Hybrid (215/60 R17) on mostly motorways for 0 average miles

I have 20.000 miles and I m close to limit of red tread 1.6 mm with tyre pressure above 33 PSI .

Helpful 23 - tyre reviewed on November 4, 2024

Given 87% while driving a Honda Civic 1.5T (235/40 R18) on mostly town for 10,000 easy going miles

I never use the grip and silent tires on my Honda civic turbo.
At the good condition road,I only can heard the sound of engine and wings! That’s excellent
And I feel on the dry road, the tires also is grip

Helpful 21 - tyre reviewed on November 2, 2024

Given 90% while driving a Volkswagen Tiguan (235/55 R19) on a combination of roads for 1,000 average miles

I felt that I ought to have felt bad about owning them right away. I was impressed with this set of tires after the break-in time. The tires on the front and back are both inflated to 33 PSI. They performed excellently in spite of the rainy and dry weather. Crisp cornering and little body roll. Smooth on a smooth asphalt, low frequency sounds on a rough one. The mileage increased little from 5.3L to 5.8L/100km for whatever reason. Without a doubt, I will suggest it to my friends.

Helpful 33 - tyre reviewed on October 22, 2024

Given 63% while driving a BMW 318D (225/50 R17) on a combination of roads for 15,000 average miles

First two years of using grip was good on wet and dry road. After 2 years grip on wet is very bad. Tires rapidly change quality after 20000 km which is not normal for me. Prior this tire I was using Pireli P7 which have much better performance after two years of using.

Helpful 31 - tyre reviewed on October 19, 2024

Given 95% while driving a Toyota Perodua Alza (205/55 R16) on mostly motorways for 250 average miles

Recently had them fitted to replace my worn Toyo Proxes CR1s that came with the car. Handling on dry road was excellent and wet grip was whole lot better than the CR1s. First impressions with the tyres are impressive so far. Looking forward to see how it performs down the road

Helpful 30 - tyre reviewed on October 17, 2024

Given 73% while driving a Skoda Octavia estate (205/55 R16) on mostly town for 10,000 average miles

The tyres are good but to hard and uncomfortable to drive, you feel every bump on the road. Would not buy again.

Helpful 26 - tyre reviewed on October 5, 2024

Tyre Reviews Replies

Have you checked your pressures since fitting? They're not known to be that hard a tyre.

Given 79% while driving a BMW 318D (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 7,000 spirited miles

Very happy with dry handling, not bad at wet handling. Around 10 degrees they become very hard and lose all their grip on the "cold" and wet. Other than that, 6 months on them, around 10 000 km, driving RWD with around 200 hp, living in Croatia (very dry and hot summers) I am very pleased with the price range and quality. I would by them again.