Comparison: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 vs. Hankook Kinergy 4S2

Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 and Hankook Kinergy 4S2 face off in multiple independent tyre tests — here’s a concise, test-driven comparison to help readers decide which all‑season tyre suits their priorities.

Test summary and overall ranking
Across the test pool (AutoBild, AutoBild 2025, AUTOBILD and Die Reifentester), the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 consistently secured top finishes (1st place in each listed test). The Pirelli earns a high overall rating of 95%. The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 placed lower (positions 5, 6 and 7 across the same tests) and has an overall rating of 83%. In short: Pirelli dominates the test podiums; Hankook is respectable but clearly behind in wet and aquaplaning performance.

Strengths — Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3

• Wet and aquaplaning performance: Top marks for longitudinal and cross aquaplaning, wet handling and wet braking — repeatedly highlighted as the best candidate in wet conditions.


• Balanced performance: Test reports call it “very well balanced across all disciplines,” matching the best competitors on dry roads while offering strong safety reserves in handling and braking.


• Snow capability: Excellent snow traction and handling for an all‑season tyre, though one review notes it is slightly behind the very best winter specialist (e.g., Michelin) on deep snow.

Weaknesses — Pirelli: The main downside noted by testers is price — it sits at a higher price level than many rivals. No replacement model is listed; this model remains current.

Strengths — Hankook Kinergy 4S2

• Dry handling: Praised for dry steering and handling close to a summer tyre, delivering confident cornering.


• Snow braking: Short braking distances on snow and generally good winter behaviour for an all‑season tyre.

Weaknesses — Hankook: Test panels consistently found it weaker in overall wet performance and showing light deficits in curve aquaplaning and overall wet braking compared with the winners. Positioning (5th–7th) reflects those shortcomings.

Head‑to‑head verdict
If you prioritise wet grip, aquaplaning resistance and an all‑round safe balance across conditions, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 is the clear choice — it outperformed the Hankook in every shared test and carries a much higher aggregated score (95% vs 83%). If your focus is dry handling and a lower purchase cost while still wanting competent winter performance, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 is a solid mid‑range option, but expect compromises in wet and aquaplaning arenas.

Where to learn more: Manufacturer pages — Pirelli: /pirelli/ and Hankook: /hankook/allround/ — include full specs and range details.

Bottom line: Pirelli leads on safety‑critical wet and aquaplaning tests and is the better all‑season performer overall; Hankook impresses on dry road feel and winter braking but trails the Pirelli where it most matters in mixed and wet conditions.