The Ventus AS (RH07) is Hankook's Crossover/SUV Touring All-Season tire developed for the drivers of crossovers, sport utility vehicles and prestigious pickups looking for year-round, on-road capabilities. The Ventus AS is designed as a suitable O.E. replacement or Plus Size application that combines a smooth ride and low noise levels with year-round handling and all-season traction, even in light snow.
The Ventus AS molds an all-season compound into a symmetric tread design featuring large shoulder blocks and a continuous center rib to promote driving feel and stability. Six main circumferential grooves (a first for Korean tires) help cool the tire and allow water to escape through the footprint to resist hydroplaning and increase wet traction. An open shoulder design and stepped shoulder groove walls help evacuate water and slush to enhance foul weather traction and steering response. Siping in every tread block provides hundreds of biting edges to generate snow traction.
The tire's internal structure is based on a computer designed tire profile that provides the benefits of "slightly round" footprint shapes over a wide range of loads and inflation pressures.
El neumático Ventus AS (RH07) de Hankook pertenece a la categoría: Turismo Para Toda Estación (Crossover/SUV) y fue desarrollado para conductores de utiliautos (Crossover), utilitarios deportivos (SUV) y picops de prestigio, que desean conducir con confianza durante todas las estaciones del año sobre carreteras. El Ventus AS ha sido diseñado para uso como neumático original o para agrandar el tamaño y combina una andar parejo, poco ruido con maniobrabilidad y tracción durante todas las estaciones del año, inclusive sobre superficies con poca nieve.
El Ventus AS posee un compuesto de caucho para toda estación moldeado en una banda de rodamiento con diseño simétrico y bloques o tacos largos en los hombros, además cuenta con un segmento central continuo para mejor comunicación con la carretera y mayor estabilidad. Seis canales circunferenciales (primera vez en un neumático coreano) ayudan a enfriar el neumático y evacuar el agua en el área de contacto con la carretera, y así resistir el deslizamiento sobre agua (hydroplaning) y aumentar la tracción sobre superficies mojadas. Ranuras profundas y abiertas en el hombro ayudan a evacuar agua y aguanieve mejorando la tracción sobre climas difíciles y la respuesta al girar el volante. Pequeñas ranuras (sipes) en la superficie de los bloques o tacos proporcionan cientos de bordes adherentes para generar tracción sobre nieve.
La estructura interna se basa en un diseño por computadora que proporciona los beneficios de una huella ligeramente redonda a una amplia gama de carga y presiones de aire.
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Warranty summary for replacement tires purchased on or after 01/01/23(1 of 7)
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Customer feedback data reveals the Continental 4x4 Contact delivers strong dry traction (scores 8-10) and adequate comfort, with many praising its smooth ride despite some reports of road noise. Treadwear scores (4-5 average) raise concerns, with multiple reports of premature wear limiting long-term value. Winter traction shows mixed results (scores 3-7), with some drivers noting struggles on ice and packed snow. Wet performance is inconsistent, with hydroplaning resistance varying widely (scores 1-9). While the tire excels in dry conditions typical of its all-season touring role, buyers prioritizing winter capability or extended mileage may want to consider these limitations carefully.
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Dry traction earns strong ratings with most scores 8-10, praised for reliable grip and responsive handling in all-season conditions. High marks reflect confident dry-road performance for Crossover/SUV touring use.
April 02, 2015
5 out of 5
...However I must admit these tires deliver an exceptional driving experience...
After reviewing survey scores and reading the reviews I was sceptical about these tires. However I must admit these tires deliver an exceptional driving experience. This winter we drove through 12" of unplowed snow with out hesitation. It offers a very quiet and comfortable ride on the highway. In heavy rain there is no hydroplaning. I highly recommend the 4x4 Contact and will purchase again.
Vehicle: 2011 Land Rover LR4 HSE Miles Driven on Tires: 30,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly City Location: BROADLANDS, VA Driving Style: Spirited
Most customers rate comfort highly with scores 7-10, praising smooth ride and low noise levels. Many 9s and 10s highlight excellent refinement, making it a top choice for Crossover/SUV touring comfort.
April 04, 2014
4.3 out of 5
...It's a breeze to drive- very quiet and comfy.
Came with our 2010 Volvo XC90. It's a breeze to drive- very quiet and comfy.
...It offers a very quiet and comfortable ride on the highway...
After reviewing survey scores and reading the reviews I was sceptical about these tires. However I must admit these tires deliver an exceptional driving experience. This winter we drove through 12" of unplowed snow with out hesitation. It offers a very quiet and comfortable ride on the highway. In heavy rain there is no hydroplaning. I highly recommend the 4x4 Contact and will purchase again.
Vehicle: 2011 Land Rover LR4 HSE Miles Driven on Tires: 30,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly City Location: BROADLANDS, VA Driving Style: Spirited
...Dry ride is impeccable; all of my passengers commented on the quiet, smooth ride from the Hayden and Denver airports.
I was initially concerned with this OEM tire. I purchased the vehicle as a ski truck and was unsure how the Contacts would behave in the Colorado mountains. Several trips over Loveland and Rabbit Ears Passes and I'm amazed how well the tires performed on snow-packed roads.
Even more surprising, they also did fine maneuvering the vehicle in and out of an icy, tight driveway on the side of the mountain above Steamboat Springs.
I'll probably move to dedicated snow tires for next winter but these tires didn't keep me from reaching my destinations.
Dry ride is impeccable; all of my passengers commented on the quiet, smooth ride from the Hayden and Denver airports.
Vehicle: 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 Miles Driven on Tires: 1,600 Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway Location: CASTLE ROCK, CO Driving Style: Spirited
Mixed results with concerning scores between 0-6. Some report poor wet traction, sliding, and hydroplaning, though others give 9s-10s. Disappointing inconsistency for an all-season tire's intended use.
May 01, 2020
(Verified Purchase)
0.7 out of 5
...In the slightest shower, you feel like you are in life or death driving conditions...
These came on my 2019 MB GLS450, and I am already going to replace them. They are HORRIBLE, possibly the worst tires I've ever owned. In the slightest shower, you feel like you are in life or death driving conditions. In dry, you can practically watch the tread disappearing.
Horrible.
Vehicle: 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 Standard Tires Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: NAPLES, FL Driving Style: Average
...Wet traction is miserable. These tires will hydroplane at the thought of water...
These tires are woefully incompetent at everything they do. Dry traction is ho-hum, likely from the bizarrely soft sidewalls. Braking traction is also just ok, lots of wandering with light braking and even more when you get into them. Wet traction is miserable. These tires will hydroplane at the thought of water. The real fun starts when the snow begins. These tires are complete garbage in the snow. Slush, ice, compacted snow, all of it. They float, wander, have no feedback, and basically make travel at anything over walking speed treacherous. There is exactly ZERO chance I will ever buy these tires again. Don't waste your time!
Vehicle: 2012 Land Rover LR4 HSE Miles Driven on Tires: 20,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: LIVINGSTON, MT Driving Style: Average
...Recent drives in moderate to heavy rain have been very uncomfortable as car failed to track well. Drives fine on dry roads, but very unsure in wet conditions...
Tread wear not good, and matches poor 360 rating treadwear rating. Disappointing to have to replace an OE tire at 34,000 miles. Tread is now down to 4/62 (3mm) which is minimal for my wet Pacific NW climate. Recent drives in moderate to heavy rain have been very uncomfortable as car failed to track well. Drives fine ofndry roads, but very unsure in any other condicions. Has not done well the few times I have driven in snow. Would not buy again, and will switch to a MIchelin tires for the next set.
Vehicle: 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTEC Miles Driven on Tires: 33,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: MANZANITA, OR Driving Style: Easy Going
Winter traction shows mixed results with many scores between 0-4, indicating slippery snow conditions and unstable handling. Some drivers report getting stuck despite occasional higher ratings, highlighting unacceptable performance for an all-season tire's intended use.
December 27, 2022
(Verified Purchase)
2 out of 5
...Terrible traction and dangerous in winter driving...
Great highway tire, everything else not so good. Should not be listed as an all-season tire. Terrible traction and dangerous in winter driving. Traction is not good even in dry after 10k miles. Longer breaking distances and bad traction when accelerating or towing. Due to safety, I am purchasing new tires from a different manufacturer.
Vehicle: 2017 Kia Sorento LX V6 Miles Driven on Tires: 14,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: FOX POINT, WI Driving Style: Average
...The real fun starts when the snow begins. These tires are complete garbage in the snow. Slush, ice, compacted snow, all of it. They float, wander, have no feedback, and basically make travel at anything over walking speed treacherous...
These tires are woefully incompetent at everything they do. Dry traction is ho-hum, likely from the bizarrely soft sidewalls. Braking traction is also just ok, lots of wandering with light braking and even more when you get into them. Wet traction is miserable. These tires will hydroplane at the thought of water. The real fun starts when the snow begins. These tires are complete garbage in the snow. Slush, ice, compacted snow, all of it. They float, wander, have no feedback, and basically make travel at anything over walking speed treacherous. There is exactly ZERO chance I will ever buy these tires again. Don't waste your time!
Vehicle: 2012 Land Rover LR4 HSE Miles Driven on Tires: 20,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: LIVINGSTON, MT Driving Style: Average
... they provide terrible/scary winter driving characteristics.
Garbage tires - went through 2 sets of 4 and both only lasted less than 10k miles - tread wore out very quickly and they provide terrible/scary winter driving characteristics.
Vehicle: 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350 Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: CHICAGO, IL Driving Style: Average
Treadwear shows concerning inconsistency with many 0-5 scores indicating rapid wear and dissatisfaction. Customers report premature wear, needing early replacement, and poor mileage. While some rate 7-10, numerous complaints highlight excessive wear and tread life below expectations for an all-season tire.
November 25, 2019
2.3 out of 5
Tread wear not good, and matches poor 360 rating treadwear rating. Disappointing to have to replace an OE tire at 34,000 miles. Tread is now down to 4/62 (3mm) which is minimal for my wet Pacific NW climate...
Tread wear not good, and matches poor 360 rating treadwear rating. Disappointing to have to replace an OE tire at 34,000 miles. Tread is now down to 4/62 (3mm) which is minimal for my wet Pacific NW climate. Recent drives in moderate to heavy rain have been very uncomfortable as car failed to track well. Drives fine ofndry roads, but very unsure in any other condicions. Has not done well the few times I have driven in snow. Would not buy again, and will switch to a MIchelin tires for the next set.
Vehicle: 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTEC Miles Driven on Tires: 33,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: MANZANITA, OR Driving Style: Easy Going
...In dry, you can practically watch the tread disappearing...
These came on my 2019 MB GLS450, and I am already going to replace them. They are HORRIBLE, possibly the worst tires I've ever owned. In the slightest shower, you feel like you are in life or death driving conditions. In dry, you can practically watch the tread disappearing.
Horrible.
Vehicle: 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 Standard Tires Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: NAPLES, FL Driving Style: Average
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