Best test result: #3 of 9 in 2024 AZ Summer Tyre Test (dry braking)
“Small tire size change having different ratings? (Hankook Ventus S1 Evo3) Hi all, I'm looking for a good all round tire for my MX5 (I'm in the non snowy regions of the UK so summer tires) and a pretty popular recommendation are the Ventus S1 Evo 3s. At the MX5's stock size of 205/45/R17 they are rated at A for fuel and wet performance, and 68db of noise, which is great! However I'd like to size up to 215/45/R17, and for whatever reason the ratings drop to B for fuel and wet performance, and most importantly to me, 71db of noise. I was just wondering how such a small difference in size changes things quite drastically? I know these ratings aren't that important, but it seems strange to me they'd change at all Thanks! Read more”
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3
Mixed
Community sentiment toward the Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 3 is mixed, with users frequently praising its strong dry and wet grip, comfort, and competitive pricing. However, notable drawbacks include relatively fast tread wear, reports of increasing road noise over time, and mixed experiences with OEM specs versus premium competitors like Michelin.
#Wet and dry grip#Value for money#Road noise levels#Tread wear and longevity#OEM fitments and EV variants#Run-flat identification confusion#Ride comfort
Based on 33 community posts
Tire B
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Specs side by side
Attribute
A · Hankook Ventus S1 evo3
B · Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
Category
Summer
Summer
Vehicle type
Passenger Car / Crossover
Passenger Car / Crossover
Sizes available
110
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Rim diameters
17″ – 22″
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Which one should you actually buy?
69
/ 100
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3
72
/ 100
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
Winner: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 — better comfort, noise and handling. Pick the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 if wet matters most to you.
Pick tire BYou want the most comfortable ride
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 scores 79 vs 62 on comfort.
Pick tire BYou want a quieter cabin
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 scores 85 vs 71 on noise.
Pick tire BYou enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 scores 69 vs 60 on handling.
Pick tire BYou want the longest tread life
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 scores 60 vs 55 on treadwear.
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.
