Comparison: Vredestein Ultrac Satin vs. Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125

When comparing the Vredestein Ultrac Satin and the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125, there are several factors taken into consideration. The Vredestein Ultrac Satin, a summer tyre hailed the world over for its excellence in 'Aquaplaning - longitudal', 'Exterior noise', and 'Wet circle cornering', is known for its smooth performance and durability. The Vredestein tyre was made in Hungary, but it was discontinued and replaced by a newer model, although the newer model isn't mentioned.

Moving on to the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125, it is a top summer tyre made by one of the world's leading tyre manufacturers, Hankook. Known as first equipment for the Citroën C3 Aircross, it also boasts a high 75% rating from our tyre tests. Hankook's Ventus Prime3 K125 is especially noted for its superior 'Dry braking' feature. However, this tyre model has since been replaced by a newer model, Hankook Ventus Prime 4.

In comparisons undertaken by Autozeitung, Vredestein Ultrac Satin ranked at position 9 of 10 in a mutual test, while the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 secured a higher position, coming in at 6. Autobild's mutual tests also saw the Vredestein tyre ranking lower at position 12 out of 52, with the Hankook tyre again scoring better, occupying the 2nd position.

In summary, both tyres hold their own unique merits. The Vredestein Ultrac Satin boasts excellent 'Aquaplaning - longitudal', 'Exterior noise', and 'Wet circle cornering' features, while the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 is praised for its superior 'Dry braking' quality. Looking at test results from both Autozeitung and Autobild, Hankook's Ventus Prime3 K125 secures a higher position overall.

Despite the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 having been replaced by the Hankook Ventus Prime 4, it's clear that both tyres, in their prime, offered outstanding features and held their own in various test scenarios.