Comparison: Kleber Quadraxer 3 vs. Linglong Grip Master 4S vs. Hankook Kinergy 4S2

Side-by-side comparison: Kleber Quadraxer 3 vs Linglong Grip Master 4S

This comparison condenses results from multiple AUTOBILD tests and our lab ratings to help you choose between the Kleber Quadraxer 3 (brand: Kleber) and the Linglong Grip Master 4S (brand: Linglong). Both are positioned as allround tyres, but test outcomes and our score reveal clear differences in performance and application.

Overall scores and test rankings

• Kleber Quadraxer 3 — Our rating: 82%. AUTOBILD positions: 7th/8th in large comparative tests (out of 37 and 35 tyres respectively). Consistently high placement in the upper third of the field.


• Linglong Grip Master 4S — Our rating: 59%. AUTOBILD positions: 14th and 20th in the same sets. Mid- to lower-table results overall.

Strengths

• Kleber Quadraxer 3
  
  
  
  • Outstanding on snow: top scores for snow traction, braking and cornering.
  
  
  • Good wet safety attributes noted (notably aquaplaning — longitudinal) and efficient rolling resistance.
  
  
  • Comfort and low exterior noise reported in some test runs.
  
  
  
  


• Linglong Grip Master 4S
  
  
  
  • Comfort-oriented: praised for ride comfort and good dry handling.
  
  
  • Strong value proposition: highlighted as a budget-friendly option with solid mileage.
  
  
  
  

Weaknesses

• Kleber Quadraxer 3
  
  
  
  • Some tests reported delayed steering response and an understeering tendency in wet handling, which slightly reduces wet-road agility.
  
  
  
  


• Linglong Grip Master 4S
  
  
  
  • Weaker on wet and snowy surfaces: tests cite poor wet braking and limited snow performance, plus only modest aquaplaning reserves.
  
  
  • Overall performance is acceptable on dry roads, but safety margins drop noticeably in adverse weather.
  
  
  
  

Summary of comparative test positions

Across the AUTOBILD comparisons, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 consistently finished in the top third (7th–8th of 35–37 tyres), demonstrating a balanced performance profile with a clear edge in winter conditions. The Linglong Grip Master 4S placed mid-table to lower mid-table (14th–20th), reflecting its role as an affordable, comfort-focused tyre but not a top performer in wet or snowy tests.

Verdict — which tyre is better?

If you need a truly allround tyre with dependable winter performance and better wet-weather reserves, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 is the stronger overall pick: higher test rankings, an 82% rating, and pronounced strengths on snow and in aquaplaning checks. The Linglong Grip Master 4S is a reasonable budget alternative for drivers who prioritize comfort, dry handling and price/value, but it falls short when conditions turn wet or snowy (our rating 59%).

Neither model in our data set has been replaced by a newer generation. For more details see the tyre pages: Kleber Quadraxer 3 and Linglong Grip Master 4S, or visit the manufacturers: Kleber and Linglong.