Hankook Ventus R-S3 Tire Review

Hankook Ventus R-S3 tires deliver both high performance grip and traction on the street or at the track, and do it without sacrificing ride quality or costing an arm and a leg. These Hankook tires are gathering high praise from drivers who want a serious summer performance tire on their sports cars, whether it be a coupe or sedan.

The Ventus R-S3 utilizes Hankook's latest tire technology in the tread design with a Racing Carbonblack Silica Compound, or RCSC for short. The aggressive directional tread pattern features much larger shoulder blocks and wider center rib for enhanced contact with the pavement and increased cornering abilities.

Wet traction is improved through wider circumferential grooves and an increased number of lateral grooves that combine to evacuate more water and give better traction and handling.

Inside the tire you'll find twin steel belts that are nylon wrapped for added strength and durability at higher speeds, while the polyester sidewalls maintain stability while cornering.

Overall, the Hankook RS3 does what it says it will do, You can expect incredible performance during acceleration and in the corners. The tire doesn't sacrifice ride comfort and comes in at an excellent value for the money. If you are looking for a tire that bridges the gap between street and track competition, the R-S3 makes a solid choice.

Price Range

Prices on the Hankook R-S3 tires range from $117 for the 16 inch series to approximately $266 for the larger 18 inch series tire.

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Who Are Hankook Ventus RS3 Tires Designed For?

Hankook has developed the Ventus R-S3 for drivers of high performance sport coupes and sedans who want a tire that delivers superior grip and performance at both the track and on the street, and still have a comfortable ride, at an affordable price.

Hankook Ventus R-S3 Tire Sizes

225/50ZR-16

225/45ZR -17

245/40ZR-18
265/35ZR-18
285/35ZR-18

Pros

• Amazing grip on both the street or track
• Steering response is among the best
• Riding comfort much better than you might think
• Excellent value for the money

Cons

• Don't even think about using these tires in cold weather

Warranty

Hankook Tires does not have a treadlife warranty on the Ventus R-S3, which is to be expected. They do include a first 2/32 inch of wear guarantee on the tire's uniformity, provided the tires have not been shaved.

Materials and workmanship are backed for 5 years and call for free tire replacement during the first 25% of wear. They follow that up with a prorated amount for the remaining time period or until there is 2/32 inch of useable tread left on the tire. Hankook can void this warranty if damage occurred due to racing, competition or through abuse.

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