Comparison: Ceat 4 SeasonDrive vs. Kleber Quadraxer 3 vs. Falken e.Ziex vs. Hankook ION Evo

Ceat 4 SeasonDrive vs. Kleber Quadraxer 3 – which all‑season tyre should you buy? This comparison distills results from major independent tests and our own ratings to help you decide between the budget‑friendly Ceat 4 SeasonDrive and the higher‑rated Kleber Quadraxer 3.

Quick overview and positioning
- Ceat 4 SeasonDrive (Made in IN) – Our rating: 26% | Manufacturer: Ceat
- Kleber Quadraxer 3 (Made in PL) – Our rating: 86% | Manufacturer: Kleber
Neither tyre has been replaced by a newer model at the time of writing (the Quadraxer 3 succeeds the Quadraxer 2 but is not yet replaced).

Head‑to‑head in mutual tests
In Autobild’s comprehensive all‑season group test (35 tyres), Kleber Quadraxer 3 ranked 4th, while Ceat 4 SeasonDrive finished 34th. Kleber’s standout strengths included snow braking, dry braking and comfort, delivering a balanced, safety‑focused performance. Ceat, by contrast, lagged significantly in safety‑critical disciplines, which explains the large gap in overall placement.

What the tests say

• Kleber Quadraxer 3 – strengths: Very good performance on snow and dry roads; excellent aquaplaning safety reserves; short dry braking; good ride comfort. Weakness: a tendency to understeer on wet handling.


• Ceat 4 SeasonDrive – strengths: Good mileage, low noise, and an attractive price. Weaknesses: Limited winter capability with weak lateral grip on snow; extended wet braking distances.

Performance interpretation
- Safety and handling: Kleber clearly leads. Its top‑tier aquaplaning resistance and short dry‑braking distances deliver higher safety margins in real‑world driving. Ceat’s longer wet‑braking and weaker snow lateral grip are notable drawbacks if you regularly face rain or winter conditions.
- Winter traction: Kleber’s snow braking advantage was explicitly highlighted; Ceat’s winter limits were also called out, making Kleber the better choice for regions with regular snowfall.
- Comfort and noise: Both score well for comfort/noise, but Kleber couples comfort with stronger control. Ceat remains pleasantly quiet for the money.
- Value and longevity: Ceat’s mileage and pricing are its main appeal. If budgets are tight and winters are mild, Ceat can suffice—provided you accept the performance compromises. Kleber justifies its higher standing with a far more rounded, safety‑oriented package.

Overall verdict
- Winner: Kleber Quadraxer 3. Across independent tests and our rating, it offers class‑leading balance in snow and dry performance, excellent aquaplaning resistance, and solid comfort. Minor wet understeer is its only notable caveat.
- Ceat 4 SeasonDrive is a budget‑centric option emphasizing low noise and high mileage, but it falls short in wet braking and winter grip. Choose it primarily for cost savings in temperate climates; otherwise, Kleber is the safer, more capable all‑season choice.