Tyre comparison
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 vs Michelin Pilot Sport 5
The Pilot Sport 5 scores higher for every kind of driver we tested. Choose the Pilot Sport 5 for wet grip and tread life. The Ventus S1 evo3 usually costs less.
Hankook
Ventus S1 evo3
Close to premium grip at a lower price.
Ultra-high performance summer · Mid-range
Michelin
Pilot Sport 5
Best road all-rounder in the class, with unusually long life.
Ultra-high performance summer · Premium
Fit score by driver
The same 0–100 score the calculator ranks tyres by, weighted for each kind of driver. How we score
| Driver | Ventus S1 evo3 | Pilot Sport 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Daily driving, wet winters | 72 | 88 (higher) |
| Spirited roads, warm climate | 74 | 86 (higher) |
| Longest life and lowest cost | 69 | 86 (higher) |
Trait by trait
Out of 10, against other UHP summer tyres.
Ventus S1 evo3
Where the scores come from
Independent tests
- Tested by
- Tyre Reviews
Wheel-Size combined: 4th, 2 wins in R19 sizes; TyreReviews braking: strong wet and dry.
Data last reviewed: October 2026
Pilot Sport 5
Where the scores come from
Independent tests
- Tested by
- ADAC, Tyre Reviews
- Year
- 2025
ADAC 2025 wet brake 29.2 m; TR beats FK520 8-1; long wear; weakest RR in TR 2025 test.
Data last reviewed: October 2026
Questions
Which is better, the Ventus S1 evo3 or the Pilot Sport 5?
The Pilot Sport 5 scores higher for every kind of driver we tested. Choose the Pilot Sport 5 for wet grip and tread life. The Ventus S1 evo3 usually costs less.
Where do these ratings come from?
From independent tyre tests where they exist (ADAC, Auto Bild, Tyre Reviews, evo, Tire Rack and others), rated 1 to 10 against other tyres in the same category, last reviewed October 2026. Neither tyre maker nor any retailer can change them.