The Hankook Winter i*cept evo 4 SUV W340A is a winter tyre designed for large passenger cars, such as SUVs, which need to maintain grip on snow, wet road surfaces and cold surfaces. This premium model features a directional tread pattern with wide lateral grooves and optimised sipes. This is why it enhances traction when pulling away, braking and cornering.
According to the manufacturer, compared to the previous generation, acceleration on snow has been improved by 11 % and handling stability on snow by 4 %. Winter performance is ensured by sipes arranged in the centre and shoulder blocks, as well as the Balance Grip Compound with added silica. The purpose of this component is to maintain grip on snow and wet roads without excessively increasing rolling resistance.
V-shaped grooves help to quickly drain water from beneath the tyre, which reduces the risk of aquaplaning and improves stability on wet roads. Driving comfort is further enhanced by a noise-reducing tread design, including bevelled edges and an optimised central groove pattern. The manufacturer also highlights lower rolling resistance, an improvement in energy efficiency rating from C to B, and 15 % greater wear resistance compared to the previous model.
Key information about the Hankook Winter i*cept evo 4 SUV W340A:
- Winter tyre designed, amongst other things, for crossovers and SUVs,
- Winter markings: 3PMSF and M+S,
- Directional tread pattern optimised for snow and wet road surfaces,
- Directional tread pattern optimised for snow and wet road surfaces,
- Sipes in the centre and shoulder blocks to improve traction,
- Balance Grip Compound with added silica,
- V-shaped grooves to reduce the risk of aquaplaning,
- Lower rolling resistance and longer mileage compared to the previous generation,
- A tread pattern designed to reduce noise while driving.
