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Hankook Winter i*cept RS3 W462

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We spent several hours reading reviews from experts and tire owners. In summary, this is what people think about Hankook Winter i*cept RS3 W462. You can agree with these conclusions by voting for any item:

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– Exceptional Winter Traction: Users have praised the tire's outstanding grip on snow and ice, ensuring safe driving in harsh winter conditions.
– Comfortable Ride: Several drivers noted the tire's ability to provide a smooth and quiet ride, enhancing overall driving comfort even on rough winter roads.
– Reliable Performance in Wet Conditions: The tire has been commended for its excellent handling and braking on wet surfaces, reducing the risk of aquaplaning.
– Fuel Efficiency: Some drivers appreciated the tire's ability to maintain good fuel economy despite the added traction features for winter driving​.
– Hydroplaning Resistance: The tire's design significantly reduces the risk of hydroplaning, providing drivers with confidence in wet conditions.

Reasons not to buy

– Increased Road Noise: A few users reported higher than expected road noise, especially at higher speeds on dry pavement​.
– Reduced Handling on Dry Roads: Several drivers felt the tire's performance on dry roads was not as responsive compared to its winter capabilities, leading to a softer handling experience.
– Tread Wear Rate: Some reviews indicated a faster tread wear rate when used on dry or rough surfaces, suggesting it may not be ideal for all-year use.
– Initial Slipperiness: A handful of users mentioned the tire felt slippery during the first few miles of use, requiring a break-in period to achieve optimal traction.
– Higher Cost: A few drivers found the tire to be more expensive compared to other winter tires, which could be a consideration for budget-conscious buyers.

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Hankook Winter i*cept RS3 W462



Description

The Hankook Winter icept RS3 W462 is a performance winter tire designed for passenger cars. Released in 2021, it succeeds the Winter icept RS2 W452 model. Designed for the European and South Korean markets, the icept RS3 W462 has received impressive ratings from reputable auto tests, making it a trustworthy option for winter driving.

Features & Benefits

  • Enhanced Traction: Reversed V-shaped semi-grooves are crafted to improve traction on snowy roads. Additionally, sipes placed around the edges of the main grooves increase contact area for better grip.
  • Improved Braking: 3D zig-zag sipes reduce tread block vibration, leading to better traction and improved braking performance on snowy and icy surfaces.
  • Wet Road Performance: The high-loading silica compound, Aqua Pine, ensures excellent performance on wet roads across a wide temperature range.
  • Hydroplaning Resistance: Large V-shaped grooves and water pipe kerf technologies effectively channel water away, reducing the risk of hydroplaning.
  • Dry Handling: Narrower grooves and larger tread blocks make for a stiffer tire, providing easier vehicle handling in dry conditions with higher friction.

Technologies

  • 3D Winter Sipe: Special sipe design enhances traction and braking performance.
  • Aqua Pine Compound: A unique high-loading silica compound enhances wet performance and maintains rubber flexibility in varying temperatures.
  • Aqua Slush Edge Grooves & Water Pipe Kerf: Innovations for enhanced water drainage and improved wet road performance.

Year Released

The Hankook Winter icept RS3 W462 was introduced in 2021 as a successor to the icept RS2 W452 model.

Regions for Sale

The tire is available for purchase in Europe and South Korea.

Final Thoughts

The Hankook Winter icept RS3 W462 offers an excellent blend of performance, safety, and technology for winter driving conditions. Its multiple features for enhanced traction, braking, and handling make it a strong choice for those looking for reliable winter performance. Its high ratings in various tire tests affirm its capabilities and make it a dependable option for winter driving. With its state-of-the-art technologies, the icept RS3 W462 promises not only safe but also enjoyable driving during the harsh winter months.


Hankook Winter i*cept RS3 W462 Latest News


Hankook Winter i*cept RS3 W462 Latest Reviews

11 June, 2024 02:37 by Kathryn
4
More than 6 months
City / Highway
Recommend
What is good?
Comfort
Dry Performance
Handling
Price/Quality
Snow/Ice Performance
Treadwear
Wet Performance
Suzuki Swift
What is bad?
Only downside is they get a bit noisy at higher speedsbut its nothing unbearable.
Comments
Winter driving in Vermont can be tricky but these tires grip the snowcovered roads like champs. Tried to have some fun on an empty parking lot but couldnt get the car to slide – they just grip so well!1 Wet performance is top-notch too. Honestly one of the best winter tires Ive had!!!!1
17 May, 2024 14:48 by Kristina Davis
4
More than 6 months
City / Highway
Recommend
What is good?
Comfort
Dry Performance
Handling
Price/Quality
Snow/Ice Performance
Treadwear
Wet Performance

Comments
Just got these Hankook RS3s on my Audi 3.2 V6 Quattro. Man, they handle everything like a dream! I've been driving through the wet and icy streets of Scotland, and they give so much confidence. 

Switching from Continental Sport Contact 7's, I noticed these are way more comfortable, and the road noise is surprisingly low. Even on my long drives to England, fuel consumption stayed about the same, which is awesome.

 Can’t wait to see how they perform in deeper snow.
5 May, 2024 02:11 by Joel
4
More than 6 months
Highway
What is good?
Dry Performance
Handling

Comments
Got them on Volkswagen Golf 6 2.0 TDI and the noise at 130km/h is just unbearable. They handle well and the dry grip is good, but the high rolling resistance is a letdown. Fuel consumption is higher compared to my previous TS860s. Only managed around 2,500 km on them, but the noise and rolling resistance make me regret this purchase. 
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If you can tolerate the noise, they might work for you, but I’m switching back.

Detailed Information

Type and Size
Tire Model
Hankook / Winter i*cept RS3 W462
Car Type
Season
Winter
Rim Diameter
14 / 15 / 16 / 17 "
Width
165 / 175 / 185 / 195 / 205 / 215 / 225 mm
Aspect Ratio
45 / 50 / 55 / 60 / 65 / 70 %
Construction
Radial
Special Features
Runflat
No
Mud and Snow
No
Extra Load
Optional
Speed and Load
Speed Index
H (max 130 mph) ... V (max 149 mph)
Load Index (max load for a tire)
 

Hankook / Winter i*cept RS3 W462 Sizes & Specifications

Rim Model Size Index Features Load range Rim width Overall diameter Tread depth Max load Section width Price
R14 165/65 R14 83T XL 165/65 R14 83T XL XL
R14 165/70 R14 81T 165/70 R14 81T
R14 165/70 R14 85T XL 165/70 R14 85T XL XL
R14 175/65 R14 82T 175/65 R14 82T
R14 175/65 R14 86T XL 175/65 R14 86T XL XL
R14 175/70 R14 84T 175/70 R14 84T
R14 175/70 R14 88T XL 175/70 R14 88T XL XL
R14 185/60 R14 82T 185/60 R14 82T
R14 185/65 R14 86T 185/65 R14 86T
R14 185/70 R14 88T 185/70 R14 88T
R15 165/60 R15 81T XL 165/60 R15 81T XL XL
R15 165/65 R15 81T 165/65 R15 81T
R15 175/50 R15 79H XL 175/50 R15 79H XL XL
R15 175/60 R15 81H 175/60 R15 81H
R15 175/65 R15 84T 175/65 R15 84T
R15 185/55 R15 82T 185/55 R15 82T
R15 185/55 R15 86H XL 185/55 R15 86H XL XL
R15 185/60 R15 84T 185/60 R15 84T
R15 185/60 R15 88T XL 185/60 R15 88T XL XL
R15 185/65 R15 88T 185/65 R15 88T
R15 185/65 R15 92T XL 185/65 R15 92T XL XL
R15 195/55 R15 85H 195/55 R15 85H
R15 195/60 R15 88T 195/60 R15 88T
R15 195/65 R15 91H 195/65 R15 91H
R15 195/65 R15 91T 195/65 R15 91T
R15 195/65 R15 95T XL 195/65 R15 95T XL XL
R16 185/50 R16 81H 185/50 R16 81H
R16 185/55 R16 87H XL 185/55 R16 87H XL XL
R16 185/55 R16 87T XL 185/55 R16 87T XL XL
R16 185/60 R16 86H 185/60 R16 86H
R16 195/45 R16 84H XL 195/45 R16 84H XL XL
R16 195/50 R16 88H XL 195/50 R16 88H XL XL
R16 195/55 R16 87H 195/55 R16 87H
R16 195/55 R16 87T 195/55 R16 87T
R16 195/55 R16 91H XL 195/55 R16 91H XL XL
R16 195/60 R16 89H 195/60 R16 89H
R16 195/60 R16 93H XL 195/60 R16 93H XL XL
R16 205/45 R16 87H XL 205/45 R16 87H XL XL
R16 205/55 R16 91H 205/55 R16 91H
R16 205/55 R16 91T 205/55 R16 91T
R16 205/55 R16 94H XL 205/55 R16 94H XL XL
R16 205/55 R16 94V XL 205/55 R16 94V XL XL
R16 205/60 R16 92H 205/60 R16 92H
R16 205/60 R16 96H XL 205/60 R16 96H XL XL
R16 205/65 R16 95H 205/65 R16 95H
R16 215/55 R16 93H 215/55 R16 93H
R16 215/55 R16 97H XL 215/55 R16 97H XL XL
R16 215/60 R16 99H XL 215/60 R16 99H XL XL
R16 215/65 R16 98H 215/65 R16 98H
R16 215/65 R16 102H XL 215/65 R16 102H XL XL
R16 215/70 R16 100T 215/70 R16 100T
R16 225/55 R16 99H XL 225/55 R16 99H XL XL
R16 225/60 R16 98H 225/60 R16 98H
R17 195/45 R17 81H 195/45 R17 81H
R17 205/45 R17 88V XL 205/45 R17 88V XL XL
R17 205/50 R17 93V XL 205/50 R17 93V XL XL
R17 205/55 R17 95V XL 205/55 R17 95V XL XL
R17 215/45 R17 91V XL 215/45 R17 91V XL XL
R17 215/50 R17 95V XL 215/50 R17 95V XL XL
R17 215/55 R17 98V XL 215/55 R17 98V XL XL
R17 225/45 R17 91H 225/45 R17 91H
R17 225/45 R17 94H XL 225/45 R17 94H XL XL
R17 225/45 R17 94V XL 225/45 R17 94V XL XL
R17 225/50 R17 94H 225/50 R17 94H
R17 225/50 R17 98V XL 225/50 R17 98V XL XL
R17 225/55 R17 97H 225/55 R17 97H
R17 225/55 R17 101V XL 225/55 R17 101V XL XL

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11 June, 2024 02:37 by Kathryn
4
More than 6 months
City / Highway
Recommend
What is good?
Comfort
Dry Performance
Handling
Price/Quality
Snow/Ice Performance
Treadwear
Wet Performance
Suzuki Swift
What is bad?
Only downside is they get a bit noisy at higher speedsbut its nothing unbearable.
Comments
Winter driving in Vermont can be tricky but these tires grip the snowcovered roads like champs. Tried to have some fun on an empty parking lot but couldnt get the car to slide – they just grip so well!1 Wet performance is top-notch too. Honestly one of the best winter tires Ive had!!!!1
17 May, 2024 14:48 by Kristina Davis
4
More than 6 months
City / Highway
Recommend
What is good?
Comfort
Dry Performance
Handling
Price/Quality
Snow/Ice Performance
Treadwear
Wet Performance

Comments
Just got these Hankook RS3s on my Audi 3.2 V6 Quattro. Man, they handle everything like a dream! I've been driving through the wet and icy streets of Scotland, and they give so much confidence. 

Switching from Continental Sport Contact 7's, I noticed these are way more comfortable, and the road noise is surprisingly low. Even on my long drives to England, fuel consumption stayed about the same, which is awesome.

 Can’t wait to see how they perform in deeper snow.
5 May, 2024 02:11 by Joel
4
More than 6 months
Highway
What is good?
Dry Performance
Handling

Comments
Got them on Volkswagen Golf 6 2.0 TDI and the noise at 130km/h is just unbearable. They handle well and the dry grip is good, but the high rolling resistance is a letdown. Fuel consumption is higher compared to my previous TS860s. Only managed around 2,500 km on them, but the noise and rolling resistance make me regret this purchase. 
--------------
If you can tolerate the noise, they might work for you, but I’m switching back.

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