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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Hankook Dynapro HP2 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 Hankook

Hankook Dynapro HP2

Summer Premium Touring tires

Hankook Dynapro HP2 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
89/100
66 owner reviews
Dry
94
Wet
90
Snow
88
Comfort
91
Noise
91
Treadwear
87
Handling
64

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: Hankook Dynapro HP2 — better treadwear, noise and snow. Pick the Kumho Crugen HP71 if handling 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) Dynapro HP2 leads by 12
A — Hankook Dynapro HP2
94
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
82
Why this score
SourceDynapro HP2Crugen HP71
Tire Rack owners 87 89
Tyre Reviews owners 79 50
SimpleTire owners – 83

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Dynapro HP2 leads by 11
A — Hankook Dynapro HP2
90
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
79
Why this score
SourceDynapro HP2Crugen HP71
Tire Rack owners 80 84
Tyre Reviews owners 57 45
SimpleTire owners – 80

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Dynapro HP2 leads by 13
A — Hankook Dynapro HP2
88
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
75
Why this score
SourceDynapro HP2Crugen HP71
Tire Rack owners 70 72
SimpleTire owners – 74

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Dynapro HP2 leads by 13
A — Hankook Dynapro HP2
91
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
78
Why this score
SourceDynapro HP2Crugen HP71
Tire Rack owners 83 84
Tyre Reviews owners 63 65
SimpleTire owners – 78

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Dynapro HP2 leads by 16
A — Hankook Dynapro HP2
91
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
75
Why this score
SourceDynapro HP2Crugen HP71
SimpleTire owners – 75

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Dynapro HP2 leads by 19
A — Hankook Dynapro HP2
87
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
68
Why this score
SourceDynapro HP2Crugen HP71
Tire Rack owners 73 76
Tyre Reviews owners 57 55
SimpleTire owners – 65

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Crugen HP71 leads by 6
A — Hankook Dynapro HP2
64
B — Kumho Crugen HP71
70
Why this score
SourceDynapro HP2Crugen HP71
Tyre Reviews owners 64 70
DriverReviews owners – 76

Scores at a glance

Hankook Dynapro HP2 vs Kumho Crugen HP71: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryHankook Dynapro HP2Kumho Crugen HP71
Relative Score 87 75
Dry 94 82
Wet 90 79
Snow 88 75
Comfort 91 78
Noise 91 75
Treadwear 87 68
Handling 64 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 Hankook Dynapro HP2

The Hankook Dynapro HP2 is widely regarded as a high-value, cost-effective tire that delivers impressive ride comfort and dry-road handling for SUVs and light trucks. While most users are highly satisfied with its performance-to-price ratio, some report concerns regarding tread longevity and inconsistent wet-weather traction, leading to a generally positive but occasionally polarized reception.

Pros

  • Excellent value for money compared to premium brands
  • Smooth and quiet ride quality
  • Strong dry-road handling and cornering grip
  • Reliable performance in varied weather conditions for most users

Cons

  • Reports of faster-than-expected tread wear
  • Occasional road noise or humming at highway speeds
  • Inconsistent wet-weather performance reported by a minority of users
  • Mixed feedback regarding deep snow and ice traction

Observations

  • Users with full-size trucks and SUVs frequently praise the tire for providing a 'new car' ride feel.
  • Some owners of performance-oriented or luxury SUVs (e.g., Audi Q8, Lexus RX400h) noted that the tire's limits are reached more quickly than premium alternatives during aggressive driving or emergency maneuvers.
  • Positive feedback is consistent across a wide range of rim sizes, including 16-inch and 20-inch applications.
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

Hankook Dynapro HP2

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 · Hankook Dynapro HP2 B · Kumho Crugen HP71
CategorySummer Premium Touring 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?

Hankook

Kumho

Winner: Hankook Dynapro HP2 — better treadwear, noise and snow. Pick the Kumho Crugen HP71 if handling matters most to you.

Pick tire A You want the longest tread life

Hankook Dynapro HP2 scores 87 vs 68 on treadwear.

Pick tire A You want a quieter cabin

Hankook Dynapro HP2 scores 91 vs 75 on noise.

Pick tire A You drive through snowy winters

Hankook Dynapro HP2 scores 88 vs 75 on snow.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

Hankook Dynapro HP2 scores 91 vs 78 on comfort.

Tire A · Hankook Dynapro HP2
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.