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Comparison: Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 vs. Semperit Speed-Life 3 vs. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2

The Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 and Semperit Speed-Life 3 are both high-performing summer tyres with distinctive advantages. Manufactured by Hankook and Semperit respectively, these tyres showcase remarkable features, which can be best appreciated when juxtaposed in a direct comparison.


The Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 is manufactured in Hungary and comes originally equipped on the Citroën C3 Aircross. It is a highly rated tyre by our evaluations, scoring an impressive 77%. However, please note, this model has been replaced by a newer model: the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.


Meanwhile, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 is succeeding the Semperit Speed-Life. Compared to the Hankook model, it scores marginally lower in our ratings at 66%. As of this comparison, it has yet to be replaced by a newer model.


On analysing data from various tyre tests, we notice some striking differences between these tyres. In ADAC's test, out of 15 tyres, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 outperformed the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 by securing the 2nd position, against the Hankook's 7th position. The speed-Life 3 showcased excellence particularly in exterior noise reduction and wet braking, as opposed to the Prime3 K125 which shone in wet circle cornering.


The story changed in Autobild's testing where Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 took the top spot, surpassing 53 other tyres. It was particularly praised for its dry braking, dry handling, and wet braking abilities. The Semperit Speed-Life 3, on the other hand, landed in the 12th place, showing its strength once again in wet braking.


To summarize, the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 tends to offer better overall performance, as evidenced by its higher ratings and impressive testing results, especially in dry conditions. However, if you value quiet operation and superior wet braking, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 might be a potentially better choice. You'd also want to note that Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 has been succeeded by a newer model, which also could be worth considering.

Test Profile

Hankook
Ventus Prime3 K125
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Number of tests
22
14
18
Best position
#1
#2
#1
Average position
4.9
18.1
6.1
Latest test
2022
2026
2024
Available sizes
161
116
47

Wet

Wet
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
71%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
79%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
76%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
79%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Wet handling
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
71%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
75%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Wet braking
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
81%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
79%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
Aquaplaning - cross
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
64%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
80%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Wet circle cornering
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
73%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
89%
Wet performance
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
77%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
89%
Wet side guide
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
73%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
88%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
67%

Dry

Dry
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
90%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
66%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Dry braking
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
91%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
69%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Dry handling
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
92%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
61%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Dry driving behavior
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
82%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
69%
Dry performance
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
82%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%

Offroad

Offroad
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
94%

Comfort

Comfort
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
79%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Exterior noise
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
86%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
78%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Comfort
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
71%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
56%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
90%
Interior noise
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
76%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
71%

Costs

Costs
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
67%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
72%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Rolling resistance
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
70%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
65%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
84%
Mileage
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
63%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
76%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Fuel efficiency
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
79%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
82%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Price/value
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
53%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
81%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
97%

Dimensions and prices

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Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 3 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.

Mutual tests

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2021205/55 R16View
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2021205/55 R16View
ADACADAC
Summer
2021205/55 R16View

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