70
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
70/100
56 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Kumho Solus KH17 vs Nexen N Blue HD — 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
74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
73/100
4 professional tests
User signal (40%)
74/100
20 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nexen N Blue HD — better wet, treadwear and dry. Pick the Kumho Solus KH17 if comfort and handling matter 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)
N Blue HD leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Solus KH17 | N Blue HD |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 79 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 75 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
N Blue HD leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Solus KH17 | N Blue HD |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 73 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Solus KH17 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Solus KH17 | N Blue HD |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 56 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 60 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Solus KH17 | N Blue HD |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 59 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
N Blue HD leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Solus KH17 | N Blue HD |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 63 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Solus KH17 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Solus KH17 | N Blue HD |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 62 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Kumho Solus KH17 | Nexen N Blue HD |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 70 | 74 |
| Dry | 76 | 80 |
| Wet | 70 | 83 |
| Snow | – | 100 |
| Comfort | 70 | 62 |
| Noise | – | 74 |
| Treadwear | 67 | 74 |
| Handling | 69 | 62 |
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Headline score
70
/ 100
Tire A
74
/ 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 Kumho Solus KH17 is widely regarded as a budget-friendly, high-value tire that performs reliably for daily commuting and highway driving. While many users praise its dry grip and cost-effectiveness, consensus is polarized by inconsistent tread wear and reports of premature degradation, particularly when fitted as original equipment on specific compact vehicles.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium brands
- Strong dry weather traction and road feedback
- Generally quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Predictable handling characteristics for normal driving
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life with reports of premature wear
- Mixed performance in wet conditions
- Susceptibility to sidewall bubbles and structural issues
- Increased road noise as the tread wears down
Observations
- Owners of Hyundai i10 and i20 models frequently report significantly lower-than-average tread life and rapid wear compared to users of other vehicle makes.
- Drivers of larger or heavier vehicles often report better satisfaction with longevity and stability than those using the tire on smaller city cars.
- Some users noted that the tire's noise profile changes significantly, becoming more audible at city speeds (40-80 km/h) while remaining quiet at highway velocities.
The Nexen N Blue HD is generally perceived as a budget-friendly tire that offers impressive performance when new, particularly in wet and dry conditions. However, user consensus indicates a significant decline in both grip and noise levels as the tread wears, leading to mixed long-term satisfaction.
Pros
- Strong initial grip in both wet and dry road conditions
- High value-for-money proposition for budget-conscious buyers
- Smooth and quiet ride quality during the initial break-in period
- Reliable performance for daily commuting and highway driving when new
Cons
- Significant increase in road noise as the tire wears
- Noticeable degradation in traction and grip after 10,000–20,000 kilometers
- Inconsistent tread life, with some users reporting premature wear on front axles
- Reports of sidewall bubbling or structural issues in some instances
Observations
- Users noted that the tire performs best on smaller vehicle platforms, with some suggesting it is better suited for sizes below 15 inches.
- Front-wheel drive vehicles reported improved traction in varied weather conditions compared to stock tires, though long-term durability remains a concern.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Kumho Solus KH17 | B · Nexen N Blue HD |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Touring tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
70
/ 100
Kumho
74
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Nexen N Blue HD — better wet, treadwear and dry. Pick the Kumho Solus KH17 if comfort and handling matter most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Nexen N Blue HD scores 83 vs 70 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Kumho Solus KH17 scores 70 vs 62 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Kumho Solus KH17 scores 69 vs 62 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Nexen N Blue HD scores 74 vs 67 on treadwear.
Tire A · Kumho Solus KH17
Tire B · Nexen N Blue HD
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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.