75
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
78/100
13 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Hankook Kinergy 4S vs Kumho Solus KH16 — 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
69
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
70/100
5 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Hankook Kinergy 4S — better snow, wet and treadwear. Pick the Kumho Solus KH16 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)
Solus KH16 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Solus KH16 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 70 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 81 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 75 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Kinergy 4S leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Solus KH16 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 77 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 76 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 65 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Kinergy 4S leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Solus KH16 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 69 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 51 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Solus KH16 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Solus KH16 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 80 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 80 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Solus KH16 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 95 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Kinergy 4S leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Solus KH16 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 71 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 68 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Solus KH16 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Kinergy 4S | Solus KH16 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 70 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook Kinergy 4S | Kumho Solus KH16 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 75 | 69 |
| Dry | 75 | 76 |
| Wet | 77 | 67 |
| Snow | 79 | 51 |
| Comfort | 77 | 80 |
| Noise | 95 | – |
| Treadwear | 72 | 69 |
| Handling | 68 | 70 |
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Headline score
75
/ 100
Tire A
69
/ 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 Hankook Kinergy 4S is generally regarded as a highly capable all-season tire, particularly praised for its impressive performance in wet, cold, and snowy conditions. While many users report excellent traction and safety in adverse weather, the tire receives mixed feedback regarding its tread longevity and consistency in dry-weather handling.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and stability in wet and torrential rain conditions
- Strong performance in snow and slush, often cited as a viable alternative to dedicated winter tires
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium competitors
- Reliable emergency braking performance on slick surfaces
Cons
- Reports of premature tread wear and shorter-than-expected service life
- Inconsistent dry-road handling and feedback compared to dedicated summer tires
- Occasional reports of poor traction on greasy or specific wet road surfaces
- Increased road noise noted by some users
Observations
- Users of compact SUVs, such as the Honda CR-V, have reported significantly lower tread life than expected for the vehicle class.
- Drivers of performance-oriented vehicles, such as the Civic Type R, noted a trade-off in lateral grip and steering feedback when switching from dedicated summer tires.
The Kumho Solus KH16 receives highly polarized feedback, with some users praising its quiet ride and reliable multi-surface grip, while others report significant concerns regarding wet-weather performance and sidewall stability. While some owners find the tire to be a cost-effective solution for daily driving, others express frustration with inconsistent tread life and handling characteristics.
Pros
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Reliable grip in both wet and dry conditions for many users
- Strong value proposition and cost-per-mile efficiency
- Consistent performance across various vehicle types including MPVs and hatchbacks
Cons
- Reports of premature or uneven tread wear
- Soft sidewall construction leading to poor handling feedback
- Significant concerns regarding wet-weather traction and safety
- Inconsistent quality control experiences
Observations
- Users operating utility vehicles reported rapid tread wear, though this was contested by manufacturer representatives citing alignment issues.
- Owners of MPVs and hatchbacks generally reported higher satisfaction with the tire's comfort and daily driving performance.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Hankook Kinergy 4S | B · Kumho Solus KH16 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season High Performance tires | Summer Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
75
/ 100
Hankook
69
/ 100
Kumho
Winner: Hankook Kinergy 4S — better snow, wet and treadwear. Pick the Kumho Solus KH16 if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Hankook Kinergy 4S scores 79 vs 51 on snow.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Hankook Kinergy 4S scores 77 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Hankook Kinergy 4S scores 72 vs 69 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Kumho Solus KH16 scores 80 vs 77 on comfort.
Tire A · Hankook Kinergy 4S
Tire B · Kumho Solus KH16
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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.