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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV 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 Dunlop

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV

Winter Ultra High Performance tires

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV tread pattern
Objective (60%)
75/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
90/100
4 owner reviews
Dry
91
Wet
92
Snow
81
Comfort
98
Noise
93
Treadwear
90
Handling
88

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

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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: Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV — better treadwear, comfort and noise. 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Winter Sport 5 SUV leads by 9
A — Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV
91
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
82
Why this score
SourceWinter Sport 5 SUVCrugen HP71
Professional tests (TWG score) 90 –
Tire Rack owners – 89
Tyre Reviews owners 93 50
SimpleTire owners – 83

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Winter Sport 5 SUV leads by 13
A — Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV
92
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
79
Why this score
SourceWinter Sport 5 SUVCrugen HP71
Professional tests (TWG score) 94 –
Tire Rack owners – 84
Tyre Reviews owners 90 45
SimpleTire owners – 80

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Winter Sport 5 SUV leads by 6
A — Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV
81
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
75
Why this score
SourceWinter Sport 5 SUVCrugen HP71
Professional tests (TWG score) 76 –
Tire Rack owners – 72
Tyre Reviews owners 90 –
SimpleTire owners – 74

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Winter Sport 5 SUV leads by 20
A — Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV
98
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
78
Why this score
SourceWinter Sport 5 SUVCrugen HP71
Tire Rack owners – 84
Tyre Reviews owners 98 65
SimpleTire owners – 78

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Winter Sport 5 SUV leads by 18
A — Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV
93
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
75
Why this score
SourceWinter Sport 5 SUVCrugen HP71
Professional tests (TWG score) 93 –
SimpleTire owners – 75

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Winter Sport 5 SUV leads by 22
A — Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV
90
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
68
Why this score
SourceWinter Sport 5 SUVCrugen HP71
Tire Rack owners – 76
Tyre Reviews owners 90 55
SimpleTire owners – 65

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Winter Sport 5 SUV leads by 18
A — Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV
88
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
70
Why this score
SourceWinter Sport 5 SUVCrugen HP71
Tyre Reviews owners 88 70
DriverReviews owners – 76

Scores at a glance

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV vs Kumho Crugen HP71: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryDunlop Winter Sport 5 SUVKumho Crugen HP71
Relative Score 91 75
Dry 91 82
Wet 92 79
Snow 81 75
Comfort 98 78
Noise 93 75
Treadwear 90 68
Handling 88 70

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Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV

The Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV is widely regarded as a high-performing winter tire that excels in wet and dry conditions, offering a comfortable and quiet ride. While it provides excellent all-around reliability for daily commuting, some users note that its performance on ice and in warmer temperatures is less optimal compared to its cold-weather capabilities.

Pros

  • Exceptional wet and dry road handling
  • Low noise levels and high ride comfort
  • Strong tread longevity and durability
  • Reliable performance in varied winter weather conditions

Cons

  • Reduced grip and 'spongy' handling in warmer temperatures
  • Suboptimal traction during ice braking and acceleration
  • Not suitable for year-round use due to rapid degradation in heat

Observations

  • EV owners, such as those driving the Hyundai Ioniq 5, report strong overall performance but highlight specific limitations regarding ice traction.
  • High-mileage users (15k miles/year) confirm the tire's durability and suitability for demanding, long-distance winter commuting.
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

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV

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 · Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV B · Kumho Crugen HP71
CategoryWinter Ultra High Performance tiresSummer Ultra High Performance tires
Vehicle typeSUV and 4x4SUV 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?

Dunlop

Kumho

Winner: Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV — better treadwear, comfort and noise. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire A You want the longest tread life

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV scores 90 vs 68 on treadwear.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV scores 98 vs 78 on comfort.

Pick tire A You want a quieter cabin

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV scores 93 vs 75 on noise.

Pick tire A You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV scores 88 vs 70 on handling.

Tire A · Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV
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.