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Comparison: Kenda Wintergen 2 KR501 vs. Hankook ION Evo

Kenda Wintergen 2 KR501Budget
KendaKenda

Wintergen 2 KR501

0.7
R13 – R20
VS
Hankook ION EvoPremium
HankookHankook

ION Evo

9.0
R17 – R22
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In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Taiwan (Kenda) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Hankook). Generally, Hankook winter tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Kenda (7%). In this particular case, the Hankook ION Evo has a better rating of 90% compared to 7% of the Kenda Wintergen 2 KR501. The first tyre test of Kenda Wintergen 2 KR501 was done in 2019, compared to 2025 when was the Hankook ION Evo first tested.

Test Profile

Kenda
Wintergen 2 KR501
Hankook
ION Evo
Number of tests
6
1
Best position
#8
#1
Average position
33.2
1.0
Latest test
2025
2025
Available sizes
342
66
Wet
Hankook ION Evo
89%
Comfort
Hankook ION Evo
72%
Dry
Hankook ION Evo
92%
Costs
Hankook ION Evo
71%

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