64
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
59/100
9 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Kumho Solus TA31 vs Nexen CP672 — 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
76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
13 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nexen CP672 — better snow, treadwear and dry. 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)
CP672 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Solus TA31 | CP672 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 83 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
CP672 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Solus TA31 | CP672 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 77 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 70 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 88 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
CP672 leads by 46
Why this score
| Source | Solus TA31 | CP672 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 57 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 43 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 82 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
CP672 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Solus TA31 | CP672 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 78 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 91 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
CP672 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Solus TA31 | CP672 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 78 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 61 | 77 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 89 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
CP672 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Solus TA31 | CP672 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 66 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Kumho Solus TA31 | Nexen CP672 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 64 | 76 |
| Dry | 75 | 83 |
| Wet | 64 | 70 |
| Snow | 44 | 90 |
| Comfort | 74 | 75 |
| Treadwear | 63 | 77 |
| Handling | 64 | 66 |
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Headline score
64
/ 100
Tire A
76
/ 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 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.
The Nexen CP672 is widely regarded as a budget-friendly tire that excels in longevity and ride comfort, making it a popular choice for daily commuters. While it offers impressive tread life and low noise levels, user consensus is polarized regarding its performance in adverse weather, with several reports of compromised traction in wet conditions.
Pros
- Exceptional tread longevity and mileage
- High level of ride comfort and smoothness
- Low road noise
- Strong value proposition for the price point
Cons
- Poor wet weather traction and handling
- Tendency to lose grip under hard acceleration
- Inconsistent steering feedback at low speeds
Observations
- Users on SUVs like the SsangYong Korando reported high satisfaction with durability and wet-weather performance.
- Drivers of higher-performance vehicles, such as the BMW 5-series and Hyundai Genesis, noted issues with traction loss during aggressive acceleration.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Kumho Solus TA31 | B · Nexen CP672 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | All Season Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 19 | 41 |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 20″ | 14″ – 18″ |
| Tread depth | 9.5/32″ | 9/32″ |
| UTQG | 500 A A | 460 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 60,000 mi | 70,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | 44 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
64
/ 100
Kumho
76
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Nexen CP672 — better snow, treadwear and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Nexen CP672 scores 90 vs 44 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Nexen CP672 scores 77 vs 63 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Nexen CP672 scores 83 vs 75 on dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Nexen CP672 scores 70 vs 64 on wet.
Tire A · Kumho Solus TA31
Tire B · Nexen CP672
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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.