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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Bridgestone A001 vs Kumho Crugen HP71 — 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.

Tire A Bridgestone

Bridgestone A001

All Season High Performance tires

Bridgestone A001 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
76/100
47 owner reviews
Dry
91
Wet
92
Snow
37
Comfort
83
Noise
–
Treadwear
84
Handling
80

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Kumho

Kumho Crugen HP71

Summer Ultra High Performance tires

Kumho Crugen HP71 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
77/100
31 owner reviews
Dry
82
Wet
79
Snow
75
Comfort
78
Noise
75
Treadwear
68
Handling
70

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Bridgestone A001 — better treadwear, wet and handling. Pick the Kumho Crugen HP71 if snow 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) A001 leads by 9
A — Bridgestone A001
91
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
82
Why this score
SourceA001Crugen HP71
Tire Rack owners – 89
Tyre Reviews owners 91 50
SimpleTire owners – 83

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) A001 leads by 13
A — Bridgestone A001
92
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
79
Why this score
SourceA001Crugen HP71
Tire Rack owners – 84
Tyre Reviews owners 92 45
SimpleTire owners – 80

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Crugen HP71 leads by 38
A — Bridgestone A001
37
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
75
Why this score
SourceA001Crugen HP71
Tire Rack owners – 72
Tyre Reviews owners 37 –
SimpleTire owners – 74

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) A001 leads by 5
A — Bridgestone A001
83
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
78
Why this score
SourceA001Crugen HP71
Tire Rack owners – 84
Tyre Reviews owners 83 65
SimpleTire owners – 78

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Bridgestone A001
–
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
75
Why this score
SourceA001Crugen HP71
SimpleTire owners – 75

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) A001 leads by 16
A — Bridgestone A001
84
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
68
Why this score
SourceA001Crugen HP71
Tire Rack owners – 76
Tyre Reviews owners 84 55
SimpleTire owners – 65

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) A001 leads by 10
A — Bridgestone A001
80
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
70
Why this score
SourceA001Crugen HP71
Tyre Reviews owners 80 70
DriverReviews owners – 76

Scores at a glance

Bridgestone A001 vs Kumho Crugen HP71: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryBridgestone A001Kumho Crugen HP71
Relative Score 80 75
Dry 91 82
Wet 92 79
Snow 37 75
Comfort 83 78
Noise – 75
Treadwear 84 68
Handling 80 70

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Tire A

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.

Tire A Bridgestone A001

The Bridgestone A001 is widely regarded by users as a highly capable all-season tire that excels in wet, cold, and wintry conditions without sacrificing significant performance in dry weather. While a small minority of users reported handling concerns, the vast majority of owners praise the tire for providing year-round confidence, impressive longevity, and a transformative improvement over standard summer tires in adverse climates.

Pros

  • Exceptional wet-weather grip and resistance to aquaplaning
  • Strong performance in cold temperatures, snow, and slush
  • Impressive tread life and durability compared to standard summer tires
  • Predictable and progressive handling characteristics
  • Convenience of a single-tire solution for all seasons

Cons

  • Increased road noise, particularly as the tire wears
  • Minor reduction in fuel efficiency (approx. 1-4%)
  • Occasional reports of vague handling or instability under specific emergency braking conditions
  • Directional tread pattern limits tire rotation options

Observations

  • Owners of rear-wheel-drive vehicles (e.g., BMW M140) reported significant improvements in winter drivability and traction.
  • Drivers of family estates and MPVs (e.g., Skoda Octavia, VW Touran) frequently noted the tire's ability to handle heavy loads while maintaining safety in poor weather.
  • Some users noted that the tire's sidewall feel can be adjusted by slightly increasing tire pressure above factory recommendations to improve steering response.
Tire B Kumho Crugen HP71

The Kumho Crugen HP71 presents a polarized user experience, often serving as a budget-friendly alternative to premium OEM tires. While many owners praise its wet-weather traction, quiet ride, and value proposition, a significant segment of users reports severe issues with premature tread wear, road noise, and balancing difficulties.

Pros

  • High value-to-price ratio compared to premium brands
  • Strong wet-weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
  • Quiet and comfortable ride quality for many users
  • Good initial handling and steering response

Cons

  • Significant reports of premature tread wear and short lifespan
  • Development of excessive road noise or 'howling' over time
  • Persistent balancing and vibration issues
  • Inconsistent quality control regarding structural integrity

Observations

  • Users with heavier SUVs and EVs (e.g., Kia EV6, Mercedes GLE) report faster-than-expected tread degradation.
  • Some owners of larger SUVs (e.g., Jeep Grand Cherokee) noted significant difficulty in maintaining proper tire balance.
Community buzz

What real owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score

Tire A

Bridgestone A001

We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.

Tire B

Kumho Crugen HP71

Mixed

Community opinion on the Kumho Crugen HP71 (including its EV variant) is mixed. Many users appreciate its affordability, smooth ride comfort, and quietness when new, particularly as an OEM or budget-friendly alternative. However, a notable number of drivers report rapid tread wear on factory installations, noise issues over rough pavement, and occasional durability concerns with internal acoustic foam separation.

r/volvoc40 ·61 upvotes ·2026-07-08

“Yet Another C40 Wheel Downsize Report I decided to join the crowd in downsizing from the factory 20" wheels to 18" Wheels: Voxx Paso Tires: Kumho Crugen EV HP71 (currently on sale for $500 for a set of 4) I was a bit worried about wheel fitment because of the large brake calipers, but they fit without issue, standard install. I've only put about 100 miles on them so far, but the ride is much more comfortable and these new tires are SO much quieter than the old tires that were installed when I bought the vehicle (CPO): Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 4 I don't have enough data yet to see if this will make a range improvement, but I imagine it will as they're skinnier tires and EV optimized. So far I'm impressed with the Kumho's, especially for the price they're offering. And I think these new wheels look pretty decent! Read more”

r/VWiD4Owners ·3 upvotes ·2026-02-14

“2023 ID4 AWD Pro S Kumho Crugen EV HP71 I replaced the original worn down (and one with a sidewall bump) Pirellis at 33k with the EV version (badges on the sidewall) of the HP71 (direct from dealer). They're more expensive than the non-EV versions and have a lower warranty. So far they're impressive: ride is softer/smoother, quieter, deep treads. Hard to tell if efficiency changed with the winter weather, but we were getting 3mi/kWh on a 34 degree day.”

r/KiaEV6 ·2 upvotes ·2026-07-31

“Tire wear on original 2024 KUMHO Grugen HP71 EV Full disclosure - I drive like a hyper-miling grandmother, always in ECO mode. Leased this Wind RWD 2 years ago. Original tires read: KUMHO Grugen HP71 EV 235/55 R19 101H Treadwear 500. Traction A Temperature A. Southern California. At 12k miles my tires have 3/32 tread left. These tires if purchased have a 60k or so tread wear warranty - which does not apply to tires "originally equipped". I did not check these tires when car was new. Has anyone experienced this ?”

r/KiaEV6 ·2 upvotes ·2023-06-08

“Tire troubles - 19" Kumho Crugen HP71 I have a US spec 2022 Wind AWD with 23,000 miles on these Kumho tires. In my less than 9 months of ownership I've had two tires patched from slow leaks and I just had to have the foam lining removed from a tire since it separated from the inner tire wall and created massive vibrations in the steering wheel. With one of the patches my local shop pulled a stone that was less than 1/4" from the tread where it punctured the tire. Yes, it was pointy and sharp but also comically tiny. I'm I just extra special lucky or are others having issues with these tires? I really hope there are more options for our vehicles when it comes time to replace these.”

Top themes
#Tread wear and longevity#Ride comfort and quietness#EV variant performance#Value and pricing#Factory OEM performance#Acoustic foam issues

Based on 30 community posts

Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Bridgestone A001 B · Kumho Crugen HP71
CategoryAll Season High Performance tiresSummer Ultra High Performance tires
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverSUV and 4x4
Sizes available—56
Rim diameters—16″ – 22″
Tread depth—9.9/32″
UTQG—640 A A
Treadwear warranty—65,000 mi
Sidewall—Blackwall
Max pressure—51 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Bridgestone

Kumho

Winner: Bridgestone A001 — better treadwear, wet and handling. Pick the Kumho Crugen HP71 if snow matters most to you.

Pick tire B You drive through snowy winters

Kumho Crugen HP71 scores 75 vs 37 on snow.

Pick tire A You want the longest tread life

Bridgestone A001 scores 84 vs 68 on treadwear.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

Bridgestone A001 scores 92 vs 79 on wet.

Pick tire A You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Bridgestone A001 scores 80 vs 70 on handling.

Tire A · Bridgestone A001
Tire B · Kumho Crugen HP71

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.