How good are Continental Tyres?
Continental has a wide range of conventional tyres which include SUV, passenger, summer, winter, all-season and touring tyres and of course, ultra-high sports performance tyres. There is also a line of M+S rated tyres for winter use.
Its tyres are generally well-reviewed, not just by Tyroola customers but all over the world as well. It receives positive feedback on tyre durability and overall reliability.
And while Continental's price points are much higher than similar tyres from the competition, you're sure to get precision-engineered tyres designed to be safe, reliable and long-lasting.
How good are Hankook Tyres?
Pretty good - based on the number of car manufacturers that have made Hankook their OEM supplier for their new vehicles including Korean brands like Kia and Hyundai and even other major manufacturers like Porsche and BMW.
Hankook engineers are meticulous, ensuring quality construction coupled with advanced technology, such as Hankook’s patented Kontrol Technology, found in all its tyres, which ensures a smooth and quiet ride.
What many Aussies love about Hankook is that its range of tyres are also very affordable and provides great value for money, especially since they are reliable and built to last.
1. Which is better, Continental or Hankook?
Continental is a premium German brand; Hankook is a strong value-premium Korean brand increasingly used as OE. Continental leads on outright performance and wet braking; Hankook offers excellent value with solid all-round performance.
2. Is Hankook cheaper than Continental?
Yes, usually noticeably so. Hankook typically costs less than Continental while delivering good all-round performance — a key reason it's a popular value-premium choice.
3. Which lasts longer?
Continental's premium compounds generally last a little longer, though Hankook's touring tyres are competitive on tread life for the price.
4. Is Hankook a good tyre brand?
Yes. Hankook supplies tyres as original equipment to many major carmakers. It's a solid step up from budget brands, offering near-premium performance for less.
