79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
89/100
32 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Continental TerrainContact A/T vs Kumho Road Venture A/T KL78 — Compared (September 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
92
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
92/100
60 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Kumho Road Venture A/T KL78 — better noise, snow and handling. 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)
TerrainContact A/T leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | TerrainContact A/T | Road Venture A/T KL78 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 98 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 97 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Road Venture A/T KL78 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | TerrainContact A/T | Road Venture A/T KL78 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 86 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 98 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Road Venture A/T KL78 leads by 36
Why this score
| Source | TerrainContact A/T | Road Venture A/T KL78 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 42 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 48 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 88 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Road Venture A/T KL78 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | TerrainContact A/T | Road Venture A/T KL78 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 78 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 96 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Road Venture A/T KL78 leads by 54
Why this score
| Source | TerrainContact A/T | Road Venture A/T KL78 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 1 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 92 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Road Venture A/T KL78 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | TerrainContact A/T | Road Venture A/T KL78 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 89 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Road Venture A/T KL78 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | TerrainContact A/T | Road Venture A/T KL78 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental TerrainContact A/T | Kumho Road Venture A/T KL78 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 92 |
| Dry | 97 | 96 |
| Wet | 90 | 91 |
| Snow | 56 | 92 |
| Comfort | 90 | 92 |
| Noise | 37 | 91 |
| Treadwear | 86 | 92 |
| Handling | 82 | 92 |
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Headline score
79
/ 100
Tire A
92
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental TerrainContact A/T is widely regarded as a premium, road-focused all-terrain tire that excels in comfort, low noise levels, and wet-weather performance. While many users report exceptional longevity and highway stability, a subset of owners express disappointment regarding its performance in deep snow, ice, and heavy mud, suggesting it is better suited for light off-road use than extreme conditions.
Pros
- Exceptionally quiet and smooth ride quality for an all-terrain tire
- Superior wet-weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- Strong on-road handling and stability during highway driving
- High durability and tread life reported by many long-term users
- Excellent value compared to other premium all-terrain competitors
Cons
- Inconsistent performance on ice and packed snow
- Limited capability in deep mud or extreme off-road terrain
- Reports of premature tread wear in some heavy-duty or high-torque applications
- Potential for a slight decrease in fuel economy compared to highway-terrain tires
Observations
- Subaru Forester owners appreciate the tire as a 'set-and-forget' solution to avoid seasonal tire swaps, though they note minor flat-spotting after sitting.
- Heavy-duty truck owners (F-250) report mixed results, with some praising towing stability while others cite faster-than-expected tread wear under heavy loads.
- EV owners (Rivian) report improvements in noise and comfort compared to OEM tires.
The Kumho Road Venture A/T KL78 is widely regarded as a high-value, all-terrain tire that excels in noise suppression and daily road comfort. While most users praise its balanced performance across various surfaces, a minority of owners report issues with ride quality and consistency, suggesting that performance may vary depending on vehicle weight and suspension setup.
Pros
- Exceptional value for the price point
- Surprisingly low road noise for an all-terrain tread pattern
- Strong dry pavement traction and highway stability
- Reliable performance on gravel and light off-road surfaces
Cons
- Reports of ride harshness or vibration on heavier-duty trucks
- Potential for uneven tread wear or cupping over time
- Harder rubber compound can lead to reduced wet-weather grip during aggressive cornering
- Occasional reports of slow air pressure loss
Observations
- Users on lighter vehicles like older Jeeps noted improved comfort compared to more aggressive E-load rated tires.
- Heavy-duty truck owners reported mixed results, with some experiencing significant vibration and ride quality issues compared to lighter pickup applications.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental TerrainContact A/T | B · Kumho Road Venture A/T KL78 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 30 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 10 - 16/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 680 A A - B | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 60,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised Outline White Lettering | — |
| Max pressure | 44 - 80 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
Continental
92
/ 100
Kumho
Winner: Kumho Road Venture A/T KL78 — better noise, snow and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Kumho Road Venture A/T KL78 scores 91 vs 37 on noise.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Kumho Road Venture A/T KL78 scores 92 vs 56 on snow.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Kumho Road Venture A/T KL78 scores 92 vs 82 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Kumho Road Venture A/T KL78 scores 92 vs 86 on treadwear.
Tire A · Continental TerrainContact A/T
Tire B · Kumho Road Venture A/T KL78
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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.