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Hankook Ventus S1 evo 2 SUV K117A S

Ultra-high performance SUV tyre · 235/55R18

from$421.20/tyre
premium — UHP grip & stability for SUVsIn stock at 1 retailerSUV & 4×4 tyres →Prices checked 27 Aug 2026
Hankook Ventus S1 evo 2 SUV K117A S tyre

Understand this tyre

What the size on the sidewall means235/55 R18
235 · Width
The tyre is 235 mm wide, measured sidewall to sidewall.
55 · Profile
Sidewall height is 55% of the width — a balanced mix of handling and ride comfort.
R18 · Rim
Fits an 18-inch wheel. Must match your rim diameter exactly.

This is an ultra-high performance SUV tyre built for precision and control on New Zealand roads. A high-grip silica compound aims to maximise wet braking and traction, while stiff tread blocks and a reinforced carcass deliver sharp steering and high-speed stability. Four wide drainage grooves shift water efficiently. Optimised pitch sequencing keeps road noise down for a quieter ride.

Wet grip
82%
High-grip silica compound and four wide drainage grooves for wet braking
Quiet & comfort
72%
Optimised pitch sequencing reduces road noise for a quiet ride
Tread life
68%
Lower heat build-up stabilises performance and extends tread life
Sports handling
86%
UHP tyre with stiff tread blocks delivering sharp steering and stability
A good fit if you…
  • Drive an SUV and want sharp steering with high-speed stability
  • Prioritise wet braking and traction in variable NZ conditions
  • Do long-distance driving and want consistent performance with less heat build-up
  • Want a quieter, more refined ride with reduced road noise
Look elsewhere if you…
  • Need a dedicated winter or snow tyre — this is a UHP summer-style SUV tyre

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4.5(63)
Advantage TyresWith over 60 tyre service centres across New Zealand, Advantage offers Kiwis real-life tyre solutions. Shop tyres and book your fitments now!
In stock
$421.20/tyre advertised+ Tyrewise + fitting
≈ $1903.40for 4 tyres, fitted
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  • FP
    F Penn2 months ago

    Needed full set of new tyres and wheel alignment. Got 3 local quotes from Otara, Papatoetoe & Otahuhu. Advantage turned out so much more cheaper. They were awesome. Service great, experience on point and the general atmosphere was very welcoming.

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  • MG
    M Gharib2 months ago

    Awesome service by the team especially Dan and his team . Effective, efficient and good communication

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  • JL
    James Lomax6 months ago

    Haven't used their services before, but just had an extremely dangerous experience with one of their company vehicles on the motorway. The man was lane splitting and dangerously cutting off cars in traffic. I reckon i wont ever use the service purely from that guy.

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  • MV
    Maria Vihi10 months ago

    Loved the service very effective. When I enquire about wheel alignment. The 3 guys were Phillipines. Thank you very much. I will be back for my wheel alignment.

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  • LP
    Lapsed Pacifist3 months ago

    Friendly staff, effecient

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About Hankook

South Korea · Founded 1941

Hankook Tire was founded in Seoul in 1941 (originally Chosun Tire Company) and is now the world's seventh-largest tyre manufacturer, headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea. It is a major global brand supplying original-equipment fitment to numerous carmakers and competing in motorsport (e.g. Formula E), typically positioned as a value-for-performance mid-tier alternative to the premium European/Japanese majors.

Global OE (original equipment) fitment, including for premium automakersMotorsport involvement (Formula E tyre supplier)Broad passenger, performance, and SUV tyre ranges (Ventus, Dynapro, Kinergy lines)
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