69
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
70/100
5 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Kumho Solus KH16 vs Yokohama BluEarth S34 — Compared (May 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
50
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
34/100
3 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Kumho Solus KH16 — better snow, comfort and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
6 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 3
Why this score
| Source | Solus KH16 | BluEarth S34 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 81 | 80 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 70 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Solus KH16 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Solus KH16 | BluEarth S34 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 76 | 63 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 40 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Solus KH16 leads by 31
Why this score
| Source | Solus KH16 | BluEarth S34 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 51 | 49 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 10 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Solus KH16 leads by 30
Why this score
| Source | Solus KH16 | BluEarth S34 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 80 | 58 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 47 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Solus KH16 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Solus KH16 | BluEarth S34 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 71 | 54 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 65 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Solus KH16 leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | Solus KH16 | BluEarth S34 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 43 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Kumho Solus KH16 | Yokohama BluEarth S34 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 69 | 50 |
| Dry | 76 | 73 |
| Wet | 67 | 46 |
| Snow | 51 | 20 |
| Comfort | 80 | 50 |
| Treadwear | 69 | 62 |
| Handling | 70 | 43 |
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Headline score
69
/ 100
Tire A
50
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
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.
The Yokohama BluEarth S34 is generally viewed as an underwhelming OEM tire that prioritizes low rolling resistance over performance. While dry traction is considered adequate for daily commuting, users frequently report concerns regarding wet weather grip and excessive road noise.
Pros
- Acceptable dry traction for standard commuting
- Low rolling resistance design
Cons
- Poor wet weather performance and traction
- High levels of road noise
- Mediocre handling characteristics
Observations
- Commonly identified as an OEM fitment for the Toyota Prius, where users note that the tire's hard compound may contribute to handling deficiencies.
- Users suggest that the tire's focus on efficiency may be the primary cause for the observed lack of grip in wet conditions.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Kumho Solus KH16 | B · Yokohama BluEarth S34 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Touring tires | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
69
/ 100
Kumho
50
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Kumho Solus KH16 — better snow, comfort and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Kumho Solus KH16 scores 51 vs 20 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Kumho Solus KH16 scores 80 vs 50 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Kumho Solus KH16 scores 70 vs 43 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Kumho Solus KH16 scores 67 vs 46 on wet.
Tire A · Kumho Solus KH16
Tire B · Yokohama BluEarth S34
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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.