Hankook Ventus S1 Evo Z Review — Hankook’s Supercar OEM Tyre for NZ

Overall Rating: 9.3 / 10

Category: Ultra High Performance — Supercar OEM

Price in NZ: From $464 (passenger), from $653 (SUV)

Best for: Porsche, Ferrari, Lamborghini — supercar OEM replacement

Available sizes: 18″ – 23″ rims

Quick Verdict

The Hankook Ventus S1 Evo Z is Hankook’s supercar tyre — the product that demonstrates how far the Korean brand has come in its journey from budget alternative to genuine premium manufacturer. OEM on Porsche 911 Carrera, Ferrari Roma, and selected Lamborghini models, the S1 Evo Z carries the same factory endorsement that Michelin and Pirelli have traditionally held. For NZ supercar owners replacing worn Evo Z tyres, or for performance car enthusiasts who want Hankook’s top product, this is an outstanding tyre at a price below most European rivals.

Key Specifications

Performance Profile

The S1 Evo Z is engineered to supercar OEM standards:

Dry performance: Maximum lateral grip is the defining characteristic. The rigid outer shoulder blocks and high-silica compound deliver cornering forces that match dedicated supercar requirements. Porsche and Ferrari engineers chose this tyre for vehicles that achieve lateral G-forces of 1.2–1.5g in everyday use.

Wet performance: EU Label A wet grip maintained under supercar loads — critical given these vehicles can generate enormous braking forces. Wide circumferential grooves prevent aquaplaning under the heavy loads and aggressive braking forces supercars create.

Heat management: Supercar use generates extreme temperatures in tyre compounds. The S1 Evo Z’s construction maintains compound stability at operating temperatures these vehicles regularly achieve — a requirement standard tyres cannot meet.

NZ Road Conditions Assessment

Auckland and North Island

Verdict: Outstanding for supercar owners

Porsche 911 Carrera owners in Auckland using S1 Evo Z OEM tyres will find this replacement maintains the factory handling balance precisely. The EU Label A wet grip handles Auckland’s constant rain with the confidence a car at this performance level demands. The compound’s heat stability is not challenged by NZ’s urban driving speeds but becomes relevant on the faster roads of the Waitakere Ranges and Northland highway routes.

South Island

Verdict: Good — coastal only

Summer compound — not suitable for alpine South Island winter conditions. For Queenstown supercar owners, a seasonal tyre change to a winter or all-season option is recommended for sub-zero months.

Pros and Cons

Pros

• OEM on Porsche 911 Carrera, Ferrari Roma, Lamborghini — world-class quality endorsement
• EU Label A wet grip — top safety rating for supercar loads
• Below-European-premium price ($464) vs Michelin Pilot Sport 4S ($524) or Pirelli P Zero ($441)
• Wide size range (18″–23″) covering all current supercar fitments

Cons

• EU Label C fuel efficiency — high rolling resistance typical of maximum-grip compounds
• Summer only — South Island alpine winter incompatible
• Shorter tread life than performance-touring alternatives

S1 Evo Z vs Key Supercar Tyre Rivals

Sources

1. Hankook Ventus S1 Evo Z — hankooktire.com — accessed 2026-06-01
2. Tyroola NZ pricing — tyroola.co.nz/tyre/hankook/ — accessed 2026-06-01
3. Porsche OEM tyre specification — porsche.com — accessed 2026-06-01

Related Pages

• Hankook Ventus S1 Evo3 — the daily driver step-down
• Michelin Pilot Sport 4S — ACE 2026 winner in same class
• Hankook Tyres NZ — brand overview