Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV 235/60R18
Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV 235/60R18 103W Street/Sport Truck Summer Truck Tire 1022249
💡 Is the Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV 235/60R18 a Good Tire?
The Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV 235/60R18 is a summer performance tire designed for mid-size SUVs and crossovers. It delivers strong dry handling and solid wet weather braking performance thanks to its silica-enhanced compound and directional tread pattern optimized for sport utility vehicles. Ride comfort is firm but controlled, prioritizing handling response over cushioned ride quality, with moderate road noise typical of performance-oriented tires. Tread life is adequate for its high-performance summer category but falls below all-season alternatives. Rated Fair by TireRack based on 20 consumer surveys, it excels in warm weather driving but is not winter-rated for cold conditions. Currently priced from $211.72, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV 235/60R18 is a summer tire, designed for high-performance luxury SUV and crossover drivers who prioritize enhanced braking and cornering performance in warm weather conditions. Its tread design and compound focus on wet traction capabilities and handling response through silica-enhanced rubber technology.
The tire features a silica-enhanced tread compound with high styrene polymer specifically engineered to improve wet braking performance, while an optimized cross-linking system works to enhance wear characteristics and reduce rolling resistance for better fuel economy. The asymmetric tread design incorporates notched outboard shoulders and continuous outboard ribs for handling stability, paired with inboard independent tread blocks that promote wet weather traction. Driver feedback indicates solid wet weather performance, though comfort levels tend to be firm and sport-oriented rather than luxury-focused.
Compared to all-season tires, it prioritizes maximum warm-weather performance and handling precision over year-round versatility. Overall, it's a solid choice for luxury SUVs and crossovers used primarily for spirited driving and daily commuting in warm, dry and wet conditions.
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| Tire | Price | Rating | Best For | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
★Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 SUV 235/60R18 ☀️ Summer performance | $211.72 | ⭐ Fair (20 reviews) | High-performance luxury SUV daily driving | ☀️ Summer |
🛣️ Highway all-season | $176.5 | ⭐ Good (78 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in pickup trucks and SUVs | 🌤️ All Season |
🛣️ Comfort-focused touring | $181.63 | ⭐ Good (358 reviews) | Daily commuting in variable weather conditions | 🌤️ All Season |
🛣️ Comfort-focused touring | $187.07 | ⭐ Good (169 reviews) | Daily highway commuting and city driving | 🌤️ All Season |
🛣️ Touring all-season | $188.56 | ⭐ Good (68 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in mixed weather | 🌤️ All Season |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"For drivers who need sport-tuned handling and strong wet braking performance in their luxury SUV, this summer tire delivers responsive daily driving. The higher price point may not justify the performance gains for casual drivers."
