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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

Goodyear GT Eco Stage 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.

Tire A Goodyear

Goodyear GT Eco Stage

Summer Premium Touring tires

Goodyear GT Eco Stage tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
55/100
2 owner reviews
Dry
55
Wet
55
Snow
–
Comfort
55
Treadwear
55
Handling
55

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Kumho

Kumho Solus TA31

All Season Premium Touring tires

Kumho Solus TA31 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
59/100
9 owner reviews
Dry
75
Wet
64
Snow
44
Comfort
74
Treadwear
63
Handling
64

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Kumho Solus TA31 — better dry, comfort and wet. 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Solus TA31 leads by 20
A — Goodyear GT Eco Stage
55
B — Kumho Solus TA31
75
Why this score
SourceGT Eco StageSolus TA31
Tire Rack owners – 85
Tyre Reviews owners 55 74

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Solus TA31 leads by 9
A — Goodyear GT Eco Stage
55
B — Kumho Solus TA31
64
Why this score
SourceGT Eco StageSolus TA31
Tire Rack owners – 77
Tyre Reviews owners 55 63

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Goodyear GT Eco Stage
–
B — Kumho Solus TA31
44
Why this score
SourceGT Eco StageSolus TA31
Tire Rack owners – 57
Tyre Reviews owners – 43

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Solus TA31 leads by 19
A — Goodyear GT Eco Stage
55
B — Kumho Solus TA31
74
Why this score
SourceGT Eco StageSolus TA31
Tire Rack owners – 78
Tyre Reviews owners 55 73

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Solus TA31 leads by 8
A — Goodyear GT Eco Stage
55
B — Kumho Solus TA31
63
Why this score
SourceGT Eco StageSolus TA31
Tire Rack owners – 78
Tyre Reviews owners 55 61

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Solus TA31 leads by 9
A — Goodyear GT Eco Stage
55
B — Kumho Solus TA31
64
Why this score
SourceGT Eco StageSolus TA31
Tyre Reviews owners 55 64

Scores at a glance

Goodyear GT Eco Stage vs Kumho Solus TA31: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryGoodyear GT Eco StageKumho Solus TA31
Relative Score 55 67
Dry 55 75
Wet 55 64
Snow – 44
Comfort 55 74
Treadwear 55 63
Handling 55 64

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Headline score

Tire A

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.

Tire A Goodyear GT Eco Stage

The Goodyear GT Eco Stage is highly regarded for its exceptional tread longevity and consistent performance. Users report that the tire maintains its structural integrity and tread depth even after significant mileage, making it a reliable choice for daily driving.

Pros

  • Exceptional tread life and durability
  • Consistent performance over long distances
  • Reliable handling characteristics

Cons

  • Limited feedback regarding wet weather performance
  • Lack of specialized high-performance characteristics

Observations

  • Demonstrates impressive durability even when fitted to full-time 4x4 vehicles like the Subaru Legacy.
Tire B Kumho Solus TA31

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 GT Eco Stage B · Kumho Solus TA31
CategorySummer Premium Touring tiresAll Season Premium Touring tires
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Sizes available—19
Rim diameters—15″ – 20″
Tread depth—9.5/32″
UTQG—500 A A
Treadwear warranty—60,000 mi
Sidewall—Blackwall
Max pressure—44 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Goodyear

Kumho

Winner: Kumho Solus TA31 — better dry, comfort and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Kumho Solus TA31 scores 75 vs 55 on dry.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Kumho Solus TA31 scores 74 vs 55 on comfort.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Kumho Solus TA31 scores 64 vs 55 on wet.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Kumho Solus TA31 scores 64 vs 55 on handling.

Tire A · Goodyear GT Eco Stage
Tire B · Kumho Solus TA31

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.