66
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
64/100
44 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Turanza ER30 vs Kumho Solus KH14 — 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
47
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
37/100
1 owner review
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Turanza ER30 — better comfort, wet and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
5 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 KH14 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Turanza ER30 | Solus KH14 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 80 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Turanza ER30 leads by 31
Why this score
| Source | Turanza ER30 | Solus KH14 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 61 | 30 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Turanza ER30 leads by 47
Why this score
| Source | Turanza ER30 | Solus KH14 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 57 | 10 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Turanza ER30 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Turanza ER30 | Solus KH14 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 60 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Turanza ER30 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Turanza ER30 | Solus KH14 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | 60 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Turanza ER30 | Kumho Solus KH14 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 66 | 47 |
| Dry | 78 | 80 |
| Wet | 61 | 30 |
| Comfort | 57 | 10 |
| Treadwear | 73 | 60 |
| Handling | 62 | 60 |
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Headline score
66
/ 100
Tire A
47
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Turanza ER30 is a polarizing original equipment (OE) tire that is frequently criticized for excessive road noise and a harsh ride quality attributed to its stiff compound. While a segment of users praises its exceptional longevity and durability in dry, warm climates, many report significant performance degradation in wet or cold conditions, leading to a lack of confidence in adverse weather.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and durability in dry conditions
- Strong dry-weather grip and handling feedback
- Robust sidewall construction with effective rim protection
- High resistance to punctures
Cons
- Excessive, droning road noise on various surfaces
- Poor traction and instability in wet, cold, or slushy conditions
- Harsh, uncomfortable ride quality due to stiff rubber compound
- Significant performance drop-off as the tire ages
Observations
- Users with heavy SUVs and performance-oriented vehicles noted rapid, uneven wear, particularly on rear axles.
- Drivers of compact hatchbacks frequently cited the tire as being overly loud and harsh for daily city commuting.
- Performance on rough or concrete road surfaces is consistently reported as significantly noisier than on smooth tarmac.
The Kumho Solus KH14 receives a mixed reception, characterized by a notable disparity between its functional performance and its refinement. While users acknowledge the tire's competent road grip, this benefit is significantly undermined by excessive cabin noise during operation.
Pros
- Reliable road grip and traction
Cons
- High levels of road noise
- Poor acoustic comfort
Observations
- No specific vehicle or size-related data was provided in the review to correlate performance trends.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Turanza ER30 | B · Kumho Solus KH14 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
66
/ 100
Bridgestone
47
/ 100
Kumho
Winner: Bridgestone Turanza ER30 — better comfort, wet and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Turanza ER30 scores 57 vs 10 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Turanza ER30 scores 61 vs 30 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Turanza ER30 scores 73 vs 60 on treadwear.
Tire A · Bridgestone Turanza ER30
Tire B · Kumho Solus KH14
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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.