Hankook Kinergy GT 215/55R16

Hankook Kinergy GT 215/55R16 93H Grand Touring All-Season Tire 1015886

🌀️ All SeasonπŸ’° $169.99πŸ“ 215/55R16πŸš— Passenger Car

πŸ’‘ Is the Hankook Kinergy GT 215/55R16 a Good Tire?

The Hankook Kinergy GT 215/55R16 is an all-season grand touring tire designed for mid-size family sedans and compact crossovers. It delivers balanced dry and wet performance with moderate handling precision thanks to its optimized tread pattern and silica-enhanced compound. Ride comfort is adequate with reasonable road noise levels, though tread life falls below category leaders without a mileage warranty. Rated Fair by TireRack based on 389 consumer surveys, it offers decent all-weather capability but lacks the longevity and refinement of premium touring tires. Currently priced from $169.99, it is available through major online tire retailers.

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About This Tire

The Hankook Kinergy GT 215/55R16 is an all-season tire, designed for sedan and compact SUV drivers who prioritize comfort and reliable all-weather performance in everyday driving. Its tread design and compound focus on wet traction balance, quiet operation, and responsive handling through silica-enhanced rubber technology.

The tire features a symmetric five-rib tread pattern with a rigid center rib for acceleration and braking stability, complemented by four circumferential grooves and wide lateral notches for water evacuation. Its silica-infused all-season compound works with chamfered tread sipes to maximize contact on slippery surfaces, while high-modulus bead filler increases sidewall stiffness for steering response. Driver feedback indicates solid dry handling performance, with wet traction and comfort delivering adequate everyday capability.

Compared to performance-oriented tires, it emphasizes comfort, stability, and long-term usability. Overall, it's a practical choice for Honda, Hyundai, Kia, and Volkswagen vehicles used primarily for daily commuting and family transportation in varied weather conditions.

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TirePriceRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Hankook Kinergy GT 215/55R16
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$169.99⭐ Fair (389 reviews)Daily commuting on highways and city streets🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
$95.77⭐ Good (62 reviews)Daily commuting in family sedans and crossovers🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$124.3⭐ Good (9 reviews)Daily commuting in sedans and crossovers🌀️ All Season
🏁 Ultra high performance
$128.64⭐ Good (124 reviews)Performance sedan daily drivingβ˜€οΈ Summer
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
$133.96⭐ Good (451 reviews)Winter commuting in snow-prone regions❄️ Winter
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Hankook Kinergy GT 215/55R16
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$169.99
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Fair (389 reviews)
Best For
Daily commuting on highways and city streets
Season
🌀️ All Season
Advanta ER-800 215/55R16
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
Price
$95.77
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (62 reviews)
Best For
Daily commuting in family sedans and crossovers
Season
🌀️ All Season
Kumho Majesty 9 Solus TA91 215/55R16
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$124.3
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (9 reviews)
Best For
Daily commuting in sedans and crossovers
Season
🌀️ All Season
Toyo Extensa HP II 215/55R16
🏁 Ultra high performance
Price
$128.64
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (124 reviews)
Best For
Performance sedan daily driving
Season
β˜€οΈ Summer
Firestone Winterforce 2 215/55R16
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
Price
$133.96
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (451 reviews)
Best For
Winter commuting in snow-prone regions
Season
❄️ Winter

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Key Features

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Wet Traction System
Four circumferential grooves and wide lateral notches actively channel water away from the contact patch to resist hydroplaning.
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Quiet Operation
Five-rib symmetric tread pattern minimizes road noise for a comfortable cabin experience during daily driving.
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Responsive Steering
High-modulus bead filler increases sidewall stiffness to deliver more precise steering input and handling feedback.
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Light Snow Capability
Multiple chamfered tread sipes maximize surface contact and provide confident traction in light snow conditions.
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OE Heritage
Originally developed as Original Equipment for Honda, Hyundai, Kia, and Volkswagen vehicles with matching performance characteristics.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Daily commuting on highways and city streetsβœ“ Honda, Hyundai, Kia, and Volkswagen replacement needsβœ“ Drivers seeking balanced all-weather performanceβœ“ Family vehicles requiring quiet, comfortable rides
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Specifications

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Size
215/55R16
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Load Index
93
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Speed Rating
H
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TirePath Editorial Review

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"For drivers who need balanced all-weather performance for daily commuting, this tire delivers quiet, comfortable rides. Tread life may disappoint compared to premium competitors."

By TirePath Editorial TeamFeb 17, 2026
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TireRack Ratings

Overall Rating⭐ Fair
Survey Ratings389 reviews
CategoryGrand Touring All-Season

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Hankook Kinergy GT 215/55R16 93H Grand Touring All-Season Tire 1015886
Size215/55R16
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