61
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
52/100
3 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
BFGoodrich Advantage T/A vs Kumho Solus TA11 — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
89
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
90/100
58 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Kumho Solus TA11 — better snow, comfort and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Solus TA11 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | Solus TA11 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Solus TA11 leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | Solus TA11 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 91 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Solus TA11 leads by 60
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | Solus TA11 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 71 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 20 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Solus TA11 leads by 42
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | Solus TA11 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | Solus TA11 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Solus TA11 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | Solus TA11 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | Solus TA11 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 57 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich Advantage T/A | Kumho Solus TA11 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 61 | 89 |
| Dry | 80 | 92 |
| Wet | 67 | 90 |
| Snow | 20 | 80 |
| Comfort | 50 | 92 |
| Noise | – | 90 |
| Treadwear | 75 | 89 |
| Handling | 57 | – |
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Headline score
61
/ 100
Tire A
89
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The BFGoodrich Advantage T/A receives a polarized reception, with the user highlighting significant concerns regarding the consistency and predictability of the tire compound. While it may offer improved grip levels compared to certain entry-level alternatives, the lack of reliability across varying temperature ranges makes it a difficult recommendation for performance-oriented driving.
Pros
- Improved grip levels compared to baseline tires like the XM2
- Adequate stiffness in cold weather conditions
Cons
- Highly unpredictable compound performance
- Poor heat resistance leading to a 'mushy' feel in hot weather
- Lack of confidence-inspiring grip in cold and wet conditions
Observations
- The XL (Extra Load) variant does not mitigate the fundamental issues with the tire's compound construction.
The Kumho Solus TA11 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly touring tire that excels in daily commuting and highway driving. While most users praise its comfort, quiet ride, and longevity, a minority of drivers report concerns regarding performance during aggressive maneuvers or in deep snow conditions.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Reliable tread life and durability
- Consistent traction in wet and dry daily driving conditions
Cons
- Lack of rigidity for aggressive or performance-oriented driving
- Inconsistent performance in deep snow or winter conditions
- Occasional reports of road noise if not balanced correctly
- Limited feedback and 'sloppy' handling feel for spirited drivers
Observations
- Users with minivans and sedans (e.g., Honda Odyssey, Toyota Camry) report high satisfaction with comfort and longevity.
- Drivers of heavier or more performance-oriented vehicles (e.g., Ford Mustang) note that the tire lacks the sidewall stiffness required for spirited handling.
- SUV owners note that while the tire is excellent for on-road comfort, it is not suitable for off-road or aggressive terrain use.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich Advantage T/A | B · Kumho Solus TA11 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | High Performance All Season tire | Premium Touring All Season tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 18 |
| Rim diameters | — | 13″ – 18″ |
| Tread depth | 10 - 12/32″ | 10/32″ |
| UTQG | 560 - 680 A A - B | 700 A B |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 75,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | 44 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
61
/ 100
BFGoodrich
89
/ 100
Kumho
Winner: Kumho Solus TA11 — better snow, comfort and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Kumho Solus TA11 scores 80 vs 20 on snow.
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You want the most comfortable ride
Kumho Solus TA11 scores 92 vs 50 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Kumho Solus TA11 scores 90 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Kumho Solus TA11 scores 89 vs 75 on treadwear.
Tire A · BFGoodrich Advantage T/A
Tire B · Kumho Solus TA11
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.