Hankook 225/60 R18 100W Ventus V12 Evo2 K120 2024

The Hankook Ventus V12 evo2 K120 225/60R18 100W is a high-performance summer tyre designed for drivers who want responsive handling, strong wet and dry-road grip, and stable performance at higher speeds. This specification uses a 225 mm section width, 60-series profile, 18-inch rim diameter, 100 load index, and W speed rating. The tyre supports a maximum load of 800 kg per tyre and is rated for speeds up to 270 km/h. The 2024 specification is produced in Korea.

About Hankook Ventus V12 evo2 K120 225/60R18 100W

Wet-Road Performance

The Ventus V12 evo2 K120 uses a tread design developed to improve water evacuation and resistance to aquaplaning. Its directional tread layout and optimised groove arrangement help maintain contact with the road during wet summer driving.

Wet Braking

Hankook developed the K120 with optimised tread-block stiffness and a high-performance tread compound to support braking performance on wet surfaces. The exact 225/60R18 100W specification carries a B wet-grip rating.

Dry-Road Handling

The K120 uses a multi-radius tread profile and balanced carcass design to help maintain a stable contact patch under lateral and vertical loads. This supports responsive steering and predictable cornering on dry roads, particularly during higher-speed driving.

Ride Comfort and Noise

The Ventus V12 evo2 is primarily designed around high-performance road handling rather than maximum touring comfort. The exact 225/60R18 specification has an external rolling-noise rating of 71 dB with noise class B.

Rolling Resistance

The exact specification carries a D fuel-efficiency rating. Hankook's K120 development also incorporates a low-rolling-resistance compound and lightweight belt construction to help balance rolling resistance with the tyre's performance characteristics.

Summer Road Use

The Ventus V12 evo2 K120 is a summer performance tyre intended for dry and wet roads in warm-weather conditions. It is not marked M+S or 3PMSF and is therefore not designed as a winter or severe-snow tyre.

Load Capacity

The 100 load index corresponds to a maximum load of 800 kg per tyre under the specified operating conditions. This specification is suitable only where the vehicle manufacturer approves the 225/60R18 100W tyre size and load requirement.

W Speed Rating

The W speed symbol indicates a maximum rated speed of 270 km/h. This rating is intended for tyres operated within the manufacturer's specified inflation, load, and vehicle requirements.

Vehicle Compatibility

The 225/60R18 100W K120 is intended for passenger cars and selected SUV applications that require this high-performance summer tyre specification. Always verify the vehicle manufacturer's approved tyre size, load index, speed rating, and wheel requirements before installation.