Hankook Optimo H724 Review
Suitable for smaller sedans and crossovers, the Hankook Optimo H724 is a simplistic, yet capable tire and an almost surprisingly good price.
PROS
- Long mileage guarantee
- Great price
CONS
- Could be a bite quieter
- Limited selection of sizes
Dry performance is above-average with a tread wear rating of 400-500 indicating that the compound’s natural grip is decent enough. While hardly a performance tire, it trades-off some grip for a very agreeable 70,000 mile tread life warranty, an exchange we think most drivers will be happy to do.
Highway driving is smooth and responsiveness is direct thanks to a large section of center tread blocks that are densely packed together. Moderately-sized shoulder tread blocks also help with changes in direction and give stability in the corners no matter what you drive.
Wet weather grip is impressive thanks to not just the four large circumferential grooves (designed to prevent hydroplaning) but also due to the larger “swooshes” cut in the the different rows of tread blocks to help force water away from the contact patch and let the rubber to its work.
Long and thin sipes on the shoulder tread blocks don’t do a lot for grip in the wet or snow. Instead they actually function to help reduce road noise.
With over 1,000 reviews from real consumers on Discount Tire, this budget offering is rated 4.4 out of 5 and is recommended by 93.2% of owners. With that endorsement, at this price, and with such a warranty, this tire is a safe bet.
Hankook Optimo H724 Price
Only available in a limited number of smaller sizes, the Hankook Optimo H724 has an equally small price point, starting at roughly $60 per tire and costing less than $100 per tire.
Hankook Optimo H724 Warranty
Hankook backs the Optimo H724 with an impressive 70,000 mile tread wear warranty. In addition all Hankook tires are covered by a limited warranty that protects against defects. Any tire deemed defective in the first 2/32-inch of treadwear or first year of ownership (whichever comes first) will be replace at no charge. Any defects found after that point and up until the final 2/32-inch of useable tread life will be replace on a pro-rated basis, so long as it is within the first six years of ownership.
Hankook Optimo H724 Sizes
14-inch sizes
175/70/R14
185/75/R14
195/75/R14
205/75/R14
215/75/R14
15-inch sizes
205/75/R15
235/75/R15
225/75/R15
How Long do Hankook Optimo H724 Tires Last?
Hankook Optimo H724 tires are estimated to last approximately 70,000 miles with proper rotation procedures followed and proper inflation. Aggressive use of the tires will diminish that number.