Comparison: Hankook Kinergy eco2 K435 vs. Barum Bravuris 5 HM (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Hankook) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (Barum). Barum is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Hankook summer tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than Barum (43%). The first tyre test of Hankook Kinergy eco2 K435 was done in 2019, compared to 2020 when was the Barum Bravuris 5 HM first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 63% of Hankook Kinergy eco2 K435 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Barum Bravuris 5 HM also have B wet ratings.