Comparison: Toyo Celsius AS2 vs. Hankook Kinergy 4S2

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Toyo) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Hankook). Generally, Hankook allround tyres are slightly better rated (82%) than Toyo (52%). In this particular case, the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 has a better rating of 83% compared to 52% of the Toyo Celsius AS2. The first tyre test of Toyo Celsius AS2 was done in 2022, compared to 2025 when was the Hankook Kinergy 4S2 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the Celsius AS2 and the Kinergy 4S2 were tested. We also know where Celsius AS2 is made - Japan.