84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
87/100
75 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Goodyear Eagle RS-A vs Kumho Solus TA31 — 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
64
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
59/100
9 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle RS-A — better snow, wet and treadwear. 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
Score (0–100)
Eagle RS-A leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Eagle RS-A | Solus TA31 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 74 |
| SimpleTire owners | 96 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Eagle RS-A leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Eagle RS-A | Solus TA31 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 73 | 77 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 47 | 63 |
| SimpleTire owners | 92 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Eagle RS-A leads by 32
Why this score
| Source | Eagle RS-A | Solus TA31 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 55 | 57 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 35 | 43 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Eagle RS-A leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | Eagle RS-A | Solus TA31 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 78 | 78 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 52 | 73 |
| SimpleTire owners | 94 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Eagle RS-A | Solus TA31 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Eagle RS-A leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Eagle RS-A | Solus TA31 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 75 | 78 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 61 |
| SimpleTire owners | 88 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Solus TA31 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Eagle RS-A | Solus TA31 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 64 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Eagle RS-A | Kumho Solus TA31 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 84 | 64 |
| Dry | 94 | 75 |
| Wet | 88 | 64 |
| Snow | 76 | 44 |
| Comfort | 90 | 74 |
| Noise | 90 | – |
| Treadwear | 87 | 63 |
| Handling | 63 | 64 |
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Headline score
84
/ 100
Tire A
64
/ 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 Goodyear Eagle RS-A is widely regarded as a dependable, value-oriented all-season tire that excels in dry conditions and offers competitive longevity for daily commuting. While many users praise its consistent performance and affordability, a segment of the driving community reports concerns regarding wet-weather traction and noise levels as the tread wears down.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Strong dry road handling and cornering grip
- Reliable tread life for many users, often reaching 60,000 miles
- Consistent availability as an OEM replacement tire
Cons
- Inconsistent traction in heavy rain or standing water
- Poor performance in deep snow and ice conditions
- Increased road noise reported after significant mileage
- Hard rubber compound can lead to a vague steering feel for performance-oriented drivers
Observations
- Users with mid-size sedans like the Ford Fusion and Nissan Maxima frequently report achieving the advertised 60,000-mile tread life.
- Drivers of lighter vehicles, such as the Mini Cooper, noted that the tire provides sufficient grip for daily driving but lacks the precision required for aggressive cornering.
The Kumho Solus TA31 receives a polarized reception, with users divided between those who value its quiet ride and affordability and those who find its handling and longevity lacking. While some drivers report excellent value and high mileage, others express significant concerns regarding stability during emergency maneuvers and premature tread wear.
Pros
- Low noise levels and high ride comfort
- Strong value for money
- Attractive aesthetic design
- Reliable performance for conservative, daily driving
Cons
- Unpredictable handling during emergency maneuvers
- Concerns regarding premature or uneven tread wear
- Poor stability control compared to premium competitors
- Reports of inconsistent tire pressure retention
Observations
- Users noted that low-profile versions of this tire appear more susceptible to accelerated wear.
- Front-wheel-drive vehicle owners reported higher-than-average wear rates on the front axle.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Eagle RS-A | B · Kumho Solus TA31 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | High Performance All Season tire | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 14 | 19 |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 20″ | 15″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | 10 - 12/32″ | 9.5/32″ |
| UTQG | 260 - 340 A A | 500 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 60,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Vertical Serrated Band | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 44 - 51 psi | 44 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
84
/ 100
Goodyear
64
/ 100
Kumho
Winner: Goodyear Eagle RS-A — better snow, wet and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Goodyear Eagle RS-A scores 76 vs 44 on snow.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Eagle RS-A scores 88 vs 64 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Eagle RS-A scores 87 vs 63 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear Eagle RS-A scores 94 vs 75 on dry.
Tire A · Goodyear Eagle RS-A
Tire B · Kumho Solus TA31
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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.