Hankook  Optimo H428

I have two seasons where I live, very hot and cold (35-118 degrees). Dry grip is quite good as well as steering feel and cornering. In a straight line the grip from these are also good considering the tire size. I've not experienced any hydroplaning and when it rains here it rains hard. Wet grip is only okay. These have provided some really good fuel economy as well. Over all not a bad tire but my style demands more.

I own a 2019 Chevy Sonic Premier RS Hatchback that I purchased new, off the showroom floor, from Haley Chevrolet. My Sonic had these Hankook Optimo H428 P205/50R17 tires from the factory.

Now, I'm going to be completely honest. On Monday the 14th I was going to submit a review for these tires and it wasn't going to be a stellar one. I drive mostly highway miles (25k plus/year) to work and back. A day or so prior to Monday, I was driving home on I64 West. That day it was raining, the roads were wet, and it was just really nasty out. In my honest opinion, driving in wet conditions with these tires is utterly terrible. It actually feels like these tires float on wet roads. I realize that I have a light car, which very well could contribute to the lack of traction in wet conditions, however, I would NEVER recommend these tires to anyone who lives in a wet, and rainy climate. Monday was not the first time that I had issues with my car wanting to skim/hydroplane either.

On Wednesday the 16th, the Shenandoah Valley received a large amount of snowfall, and I will tell you that these tires performed tremendously. I was taken aback by how well these tires gripped in the snow and slush. It is a night and day difference in my opinion. If any of you are familiar with the Shenandoah Valley, then you know that it's mountainous and hilly. My parents live off a gravel road that had not been plowed, and I broke the first set of tracks in there without so much as an issue. The front of my car was pushing snow at one point. I am still ecstatic about the way these tires performed, especially up and down the hills by us.

At the end of the day, I would not recommend these tires to anyone who lives where it rains year round, especially if traveling at highway speeds (55 or above).

I would only recommend them to someone who lives in a mostly dry climate year round. Dry driving just is what it is.

Don't be worried if you get a little snow though, as these tires grip incredibly well.

I realize that this is a tire for an economy car, but they are by far the worst tires I have ever had on any car. They are worse than useless in the snow. Reminds me of driving my 97 Z/28 with Eagle GSCs when I'm in the snow. Even in the rain it's hard to pull out into traffic without the traction control going off. I will be replacing these tires before the snow flies next winter. Maybe even sooner, since they are not very good in the rain either. I don't trust them for spirited cornering in dry weather either. If you consider these tires for your car...STAY AWAY! You've been warned.

These tires are good on dry road period. They came with the car I had never purchased or experienced this brand of tire before. I have to agree with most of the other ratings. These are the worst tires for rain and hydro planing. at 27000 mi I still have about 4/32 left on the tread. small puddles and I am fighting to keep out of the ditch. I have had some bad tires before but these are dangerous. soon as it stops raining here. I'm replacing these tires.

unsafe at any speed.... This tire, the Hankook came on my certified pre-owned Volvo. I'm going out on a limb here, but this tire should not be allowed on American roads. I don't know what the driving conditions are in the country where these things were manufactured, but they have the feeling going around corners like driving a sofa-bed. The sidewalls are pure sponge giving a "here we go" feeling. Wet traction is hazardous... I have no confidence in these tires in the rain. They hydroplane like crazy! I could feel the All Wheel Drive system engaging at every turn. These tires are... UNSAFE at ANY SPEED.

Other than the performance in dry conditions, these tires are absolutely terrible. In the snow, I was almost involved in four accidents last winter. Do not waste your hard earned money on these tires. There are many more choices for the same money or less that are superior. I wouldn't put these tires on my kids wagon!

This tire is the wrost ever. it si rated at 60K and at 30K they were were gone! They are terribnle in the snow. Lest season i calle dinto work ever time it snowed (in michigan!) becasue i was to fearfull to drive the car. This season the first snow fall wasnt much.. but enough to wreck the car! so disappointed! now I need new tires and have a deduciable to pay.

If you have these tires on your car where it may snow don't go anywhere you can't start, stop or steer. Please buy new tires as soon as you can before something bad happens.

This tire is absolute junk!!!! I have never owned a worse set of tires. They are average at best in dry conditions and in wet conditions forget about it. I only used the tires I had on my Sonic in the snow once or twice at the tail end of last winter. If you value your life, or anyone else's, replace these factory junk tires right away. These tires also have terrible road noise and drive hard as a rock. As far as tread ware, I wouldn't know because I replace them with a different set at 11k miles. Take them off right away and sell them on Craigslist.... I did!

JUNK! That is the best way to describe these tires. Were on the car from new they are fair traction on dry roads but in the rain you just slide around. In the snow leave it in the garage your not going anywhere with these tires on.

Came stock on my 2013 Chev Sonic, Tires are ok for normal wet and dry pavement. Never had any control issues or loss of traction. Dismal performance when there is any snow or ice. Had to mount winter tires to be able to get up a slight slope when there is any snow at all, or risk skidding up the slope while trying to get any speed over 10 kph. Tread wear is great however the tires have literally weather cracked after 4 years 1 month and need to be replaced already. My last set of bfg tires lasted me over 8 years before they weathered enough to be replaced. Have only put 27,000 km's or 17,000 miles on these tires. Very disappointed about needing new tires already, shortest life of any tire myself or my family has ever owned including some off brand tires. Would not buy again or recommend.

I'm writing this review solely based on the factory Hankook's that came on my 2013 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan LTZ. I understand that factory tires on new vehicles come with slightly less tread on them (makes it cheaper on the vehicle maker) But after 14,800 miles, one tire rotation (Had winter tires installed then since I live in Northeast Ohio) When it's dry they ran great. When it rained they were pretty good, but when the snow came dear --- almighty they ----ed tremendously. 3 inches of snow and I had to park a mile from home because of how poor these tires perform in the winter. When I had the oil change done right before these were pulled off they were already down to 5/32 for the front and 6/32 for the back which that's real fast treadwear considering I usually drive 13 miles a day most days. If you live in a dry climate where snow is NON-EXISTENT then I recommend these. However if you do get snow where you live then please avoid these.

These came on my '12 Chevy Sonic hatch. They were alright when new but wore fast. Overall a very average tire. It was OK at doing the task but wasn't even remotely good at any one of them. They got me to where I was going in one piece and that's about it.

At 25k miles they are mostly worn out. I've got about 3mm on the rears and about 5mm on the fronts after a rotation 5k miles ago. Replacing these tires with General Altimax HPs that I just received today. These started hydroplaning in the recent rain and it was time to go. Off to a much better set.