88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
87/100
37 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Firestone Destination M/T2 vs Kumho Road Venture MT KL71 — 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
Tire B
Kumho
Kumho Road Venture MT KL71
92
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
74 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Kumho Road Venture MT KL71 — better noise and treadwear. Pick the Firestone Destination M/T2 if wet matters most to you.
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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)
Destination M/T2 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Destination M/T2 | Road Venture MT KL71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 86 |
| SimpleTire owners | 96 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Destination M/T2 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Destination M/T2 | Road Venture MT KL71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 84 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Destination M/T2 | Road Venture MT KL71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 89 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Road Venture MT KL71 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Destination M/T2 | Road Venture MT KL71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 77 |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Road Venture MT KL71 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Destination M/T2 | Road Venture MT KL71 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 78 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Road Venture MT KL71 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Destination M/T2 | Road Venture MT KL71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 80 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 93 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Destination M/T2 | Road Venture MT KL71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 59 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 82 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone Destination M/T2 | Kumho Road Venture MT KL71 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 88 | 92 |
| Dry | 96 | 95 |
| Wet | 93 | 90 |
| Snow | 92 | 92 |
| Comfort | 90 | 91 |
| Noise | 77 | 92 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 92 |
| Handling | – | 88 |
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Headline score
88
/ 100
Tire A
92
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Firestone Destination M/T2 is widely regarded as a high-performing mud-terrain tire that balances aggressive off-road capability with surprising on-road civility. While most users praise its traction in mud, sand, and snow, consistent maintenance—specifically regular rotation—is frequently cited as the key to avoiding premature wear and noise issues.
Pros
- Exceptional off-road traction in mud, sand, and deep snow
- Surprisingly low road noise levels for a mud-terrain tire
- Strong durability and tread life when maintained with regular rotations
- Good on-road handling and stability, even on heavy-duty trucks
- Excellent value proposition compared to premium-priced competitors
Cons
- Susceptibility to cupping and increased noise if rotation intervals are neglected
- Potential for rapid tread wear on heavy-duty vehicles if not properly managed
- Initial 'break-in' period required for optimal grip on slick surfaces like road paint
- Occasional reports of balancing issues or vibration at high interstate speeds
Observations
- Heavy-duty truck owners (F-250/350, Ram 2500) report excellent performance under load, though they emphasize the necessity of strict 5,000-mile rotation schedules to prevent uneven wear.
- Jeep owners note that the tire balances well and provides a ride quality that is often superior to stock tires, despite the aggressive tread pattern.
The Kumho Road Venture M/T KL71 is widely regarded as an exceptional value-oriented mud-terrain tire that defies expectations regarding road noise and on-pavement comfort. While most users praise its aggressive off-road capabilities in mud, sand, and snow, a minority of owners report issues with ride quality, vibration, or uneven wear patterns.
Pros
- Surprisingly low road noise for a mud-terrain tire
- Excellent value for money compared to premium competitors
- Strong off-road traction in mud, sand, and gravel
- Impressive on-road handling and grip in both dry and wet conditions
- Durable tread life when properly maintained
Cons
- Reports of vibration or 'bouncing' on certain heavy-duty trucks
- Potential for uneven wear or cupping if not rotated regularly
- Some users noted a 'floating' sensation at highway speeds
- Harder rubber compound can lead to reduced wet-weather traction if not driven cautiously
Observations
- Users with heavy-duty trucks (e.g., Dodge RAM 2500) reported more significant ride quality issues and vibrations compared to those with lighter SUVs or Jeeps.
- Owners of smaller SUVs and older Jeeps frequently noted improved comfort and noise levels compared to previous sets of BFGoodrich tires.
- The tire has proven versatile enough for unconventional applications, including high-performance electric vehicles and camper vans, where users praised its winter performance.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone Destination M/T2 | B · Kumho Road Venture MT KL71 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Terrain and Off Road All Season tire | — |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | — |
| Sizes available | 18 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 20″ | — |
| Tread depth | 19/32″ | — |
| Sidewall | Outlined White Lettering | — |
| Max pressure | 50 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
88
/ 100
Firestone
92
/ 100
Kumho
Winner: Kumho Road Venture MT KL71 — better noise and treadwear. Pick the Firestone Destination M/T2 if wet matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Kumho Road Venture MT KL71 scores 92 vs 77 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Kumho Road Venture MT KL71 scores 92 vs 80 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Firestone Destination M/T2 scores 93 vs 90 on wet.
Tire A · Firestone Destination M/T2
Tire B · Kumho Road Venture MT KL71
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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.