Comparison: Kleber Quadraxer 3 vs. Ceat 4 SeasonDrive vs. Hankook Kinergy 4S2

Quick comparison: the Kleber Quadraxer 3 (made in PL, our rating 82%) is a clear winner in independent tests against the Ceat 4 SeasonDrive (made in IN, our rating 45%). Both are marketed as allround / all-season tyres, but their test performances and intended strengths differ markedly. See the full test pages for each tyre: Kleber Quadraxer 3 and Ceat 4 SeasonDrive. Manufacturer pages: Kleber and Ceat.

Replacement status: neither model is listed as replaced by a newer generation on our site. The Kleber Quadraxer 3 succeeds the Quadraxer 2, while the Ceat 4 SeasonDrive has no listed predecessor.

Summary of test data

• Autobild main test (35 tyres): Kleber Quadraxer 3 finished 4th of 35; Ceat 4 SeasonDrive finished 34th of 35 — a very large gap in relative ranking.


• Autobild 2025 (text results):
  
  
  
  • Kleber: praised for good performance on snow and dry roads, secure aquaplaning behaviour and short dry braking distances. Noted drawbacks: slightly delayed steering response and understeer in wet handling.
  
  
  • Ceat: highlighted for good mileage, low rolling noise and an attractive price. Drawbacks include limited winter capability (weak lateral grip on snow) and longer braking distances on wet roads.
  
  
  
  


• Autobild 2022 (Kleber): similar summary as later testing — strong snow & dry performance, excellent aquaplaning reserves, comfortable ride; main minus remains wet understeer.

Strengths & weaknesses

Kleber Quadraxer 3 — Strengths: excellent aquaplaning resistance, confident braking on dry surfaces, very good snow braking and overall balanced comfort. These qualities produced a top-5 finish in a 35-tyre Autobild comparison. Weaknesses: somewhat delayed steering response and tendency to understeer on wet roads — drivers who prioritize ultra-sharp wet handling may notice this compromise.

Ceat 4 SeasonDrive — Strengths: value-oriented package: long wear/mileage, quiet rolling, and low purchase cost. Weaknesses: poor winter lateral grip and extended wet braking distances — reflected by the near-bottom finish in the Autobild group. This tyre is a budget choice, not a performance pick for safety-critical wet or snowy conditions.

Overall verdict

Across the available tests the Kleber Quadraxer 3 clearly outperforms the Ceat 4 SeasonDrive. With an 82% rating versus 45%, and a 4th vs 34th placement in a 35-tyre Autobild test, the Kleber is the better all-round choice for drivers who want strong safety reserves (especially aquaplaning and snow braking) and a comfortable ride. The Ceat is defensible only as a low-cost, high-mileage option for drivers prioritizing economy and quietness over wet/winter performance. If safety in wet and wintry conditions matters, choose the Kleber. For tight budgets where winter performance is not critical, the Ceat offers value.