All-season tire Updated September 2026

Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 review

Name: Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105
Brand: Hankook

Relative score from owner reviews only

Owners 42 · 203 reviews analysed

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What owners say

No road-test results yet, so every score here comes from owner reviews found online.

How scores work

Relative score: 0–100. Blends road tests (60%) and owner reviews (40%) category by category, the same way on every TireWheelGuide page. With only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from it, so the score stays closer to average. It needs at least one road test or five owner reviews.
Road tests: 0–100 per score, from published tests, newer tests counting more. Each result is compared with every other tire in the same test, so a win against a strong field counts for more. The average tested tire gets 70, the best 100; with only one or two tests a tire stays nearer 70. The discipline rows show % of the best tire in that test.
Owner reviews: 0–100 from the owner reviews we found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates and scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70. With only a few reviews a tire stays near the average.

By owner reviews

42/100

From 203 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.

Would recommend 80%

Dry

Overall dry

38.4

Corner stability

47.6

Dry traction

49.2

Steering response

47.9

Wet

Overall wet

48.4

Hydroplaning resistance

50.5

Wet traction

50.5

Snow & ice

Overall snow & ice

34.1

Light snow

44.9

Heavy snow

40.6

Ice

41.9

Comfort

Overall comfort

39.7

Ride comfort

44.6

Noise

Overall noise

38.7

Treadwear

Overall treadwear

42.9

Handling

Overall handling

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Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 specs & sizes

Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.

Specifications
Tread depth	9.5/32″
UTQG	420 A A
Treadwear warranty	50,000 mi
Sidewall	Blackwall
Max pressure	51 psi

Size	Retailer
175/55 R15	Amazon

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What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 203 owner reviews found online.

The Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 is generally viewed by users as an affordable, budget-friendly ultra-high-performance all-season tire that delivers commendable dry grip, responsive handling, and a comfortable ride when new. However, consensus splits heavily regarding its long-term durability, winter weather capabilities, and noise levels as the tread wears down. While many drivers praise its value compared to expensive OEM alternatives, others report issues with premature wear, road noise, and dangerous traction loss in snow and ice.

Pros

Exceptional value and significantly lower price point compared to OEM or premium tier alternatives
Strong dry traction, cornering stability, and sporty handling response
Good wet weather performance and hydroplaning resistance initially
Quiet and smooth ride quality when new

Cons

Extremely poor traction and safety hazards in snow, slush, and ice conditions
Progressively increasing road noise, humming, and whirring as the tires wear
Premature tread wear, choppy wear patterns, cupping, and short overall lifespan for some users
Susceptibility to sidewall bubbling and structural issues on rough roads with potholes

Worth knowing

Drivers of rear-wheel-drive sports cars and sedans (like the Infiniti G35, Nissan 350Z, and BMW 3 Series) frequently noted great dry cornering capabilities but highlighted rapid or uneven rear tread wear.
Users in heavy winter snow-belts overwhelmingly advised against using these tires as true all-seasons, noting a complete loss of traction in freezing or snowy conditions.