79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
14 professional tests
User signal (40%)
84/100
10 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 vs Kumho Solus 4 All Weather — 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
55
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
54/100
1 owner review
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 — better treadwear, handling and wet. Pick the Kumho Solus 4 All Weather if comfort 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)
MultiSeason Gen 02 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | MultiSeason Gen 02 | Solus 4 All Weather |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 69 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 70 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
MultiSeason Gen 02 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | MultiSeason Gen 02 | Solus 4 All Weather |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 77 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 70 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | MultiSeason Gen 02 | Solus 4 All Weather |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 77 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Solus 4 All Weather leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | MultiSeason Gen 02 | Solus 4 All Weather |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 45 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 80 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | MultiSeason Gen 02 | Solus 4 All Weather |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 84 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
MultiSeason Gen 02 leads by 67
Why this score
| Source | MultiSeason Gen 02 | Solus 4 All Weather |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 20 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
MultiSeason Gen 02 leads by 38
Why this score
| Source | MultiSeason Gen 02 | Solus 4 All Weather |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 50 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 | Kumho Solus 4 All Weather |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 55 |
| Dry | 76 | 70 |
| Wet | 80 | 70 |
| Snow | 80 | – |
| Comfort | 60 | 80 |
| Noise | 84 | – |
| Treadwear | 87 | 20 |
| Handling | 88 | 50 |
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Headline score
79
/ 100
Tire A
55
/ 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 Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 is widely regarded as a high-value all-season tire that excels in cold, wet, and snowy conditions. While most users praise its longevity and consistent performance across varied climates, some report concerns regarding increased road noise and significant performance degradation in extreme summer heat.
Pros
- Excellent traction and stability in wet, snowy, and icy conditions
- Strong tread longevity and durability over high mileage
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium competitors
- Reliable dry handling and braking performance in moderate temperatures
Cons
- Noticeable road noise, particularly at higher speeds
- Poor braking performance and safety concerns in high-temperature summer conditions
- Potential for premature dry rotting or tread degradation in specific climates
Observations
- Users across various compact vehicle platforms, including the Dacia Logan and Suzuki Splash, report consistent satisfaction with the tire's multi-season versatility.
- The tire demonstrates reliable performance for high-mileage drivers, with several users reporting over 20,000 miles of use while maintaining adequate tread depth.
The Kumho Solus 4 All Weather provides reliable grip across various weather conditions, including wet, dry, and light snow. However, the tire suffers from significantly premature tread wear, which undermines its value proposition as a practical year-round solution.
Pros
- Reliable traction in dry conditions
- Confident performance on wet surfaces
- Effective capability in light snow
Cons
- Extremely rapid tread wear
- Poor overall longevity compared to summer tires
- Lack of cost-effectiveness due to frequent replacement intervals
Observations
- Performance and grip were noted as sufficient for lightweight vehicles like the Suzuki Ignis.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 | B · Kumho Solus 4 All Weather |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Touring tires | All Season Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
Firestone
55
/ 100
Kumho
Winner: Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 — better treadwear, handling and wet. Pick the Kumho Solus 4 All Weather if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 scores 87 vs 20 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 scores 88 vs 50 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Kumho Solus 4 All Weather scores 80 vs 60 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02 scores 80 vs 70 on wet.
Tire A · Firestone MultiSeason Gen 02
Tire B · Kumho Solus 4 All Weather
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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.