During the two-year development phase, Hankook placed a special focus on refining the sporty handling characteristics of the Ventus evo SUV without having to compromise on its low noise level. The development team succeeded in achieving especially quiet rolling characteristics by means of the thoughtfully engineered tread design as well as the careful mix of tread materials. Coming in at less than 66 decibels, the Ventus evo SUV is even below CUPRA’s own manufacturer’s specification, thus contributing to the CUPRA Terramar’s maximum overall noise level of 68 decibels. The technical features of the Ventus evo SUV include the Opti Pitch technology, geared towards the ideal size and positioning of the tread blocks, and the Kerf design, aimed at minimizing noise level. The Dual Pitch technology ensures the optimum number of blocks on the inside and outside of the tread for maximum steering precision when cornering, but also takes into account the requirements for a low-noise tread pattern. Additionally, the tread height was adjusted to reduce noise without compromising traction, braking behavior, cornering stability or maximum mileage.
Whether on the test bed, a bumpy, vibrating track, or in the endurance test on the Nürburgring Nordschleife, each tire version for the CUPRA Terramar was subjected to a challenge testing program in order to achieve maximum performance in each and every size. While the 18-inch and 19-inch versions of the Ventus evo SUV offer maximum driving comfort, the Hankook engineers gave the 20-inch tire a sportier configuration to emphasize its dynamic character.
The new Ventus evo SUV is produced exclusively at the company’s ultra-modern European site at Rácalmás, Hungary.
| Size overview of Hankook tires for the CUPRA Terramar | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Type | Tread |
| 235/55 R18 | Summer | Ventus evo SUV |
| 255/45 R19 | Summer | Ventus evo SUV |
| 255/40 R20 XL | Summer | Ventus evo SUV |
