For the Kia Optima in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Hankook Ventus Evo (rated 9.9/10) and Continental Premiumcontact 7 (rated 9.8/10). The Kia Optima uses 9 tyre sizes across 4 generations. The Hankook Ventus Evo excels in Dry performance while the Continental Premiumcontact 7 stands out in Wet performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.
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HankookHankook tyres are getting better with every new generation and the Ventus Evo is the latest evolution. It aims for the stars with excellent dry and wet handling, best-in-test wet braking and top aquap
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DunlopThe Dunlop Blue Response TG is a new summer touring tyre from Dunlop, designed as the successor to the long-running Dunlop Sport BluResponse. Positioned in the mid-range segment, it targets drivers lo
| # | Tyre | Rating | Wet | Dry | Noise | Comfort | Segment | Fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hankook Ventus Evo | 9.9 | 9.0 | 9.1 | 8.8 | 8.6 | Premium | 66% |
| 2 | Continental Premiumcontact 7 | 9.8 | 8.9 | 8.9 | 6.7 | 6.9 | Premium | 122% |
| 3 | Dunlop Blue Response TG | 9.8 | - | - | - | - | Premium | 144% |
| 4 | Pirelli CINTURATO (C3) | 9.7 | 9.4 | 9.3 | 7.4 | 8.6 | Premium | 66% |
| 5 | Hankook ION Evo | 9.6 | - | - | - | - | Premium | 77% |
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