78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
77/100
9 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Kumho WinterCraft WP72 vs Yokohama Advan S4 — 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
57
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
56/100
3 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Kumho WinterCraft WP72 — better wet, comfort and dry. Pick the Yokohama Advan S4 if treadwear matters most to you.
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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)
WinterCraft WP72 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | WinterCraft WP72 | Advan S4 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 60 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
WinterCraft WP72 leads by 48
Why this score
| Source | WinterCraft WP72 | Advan S4 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 30 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | WinterCraft WP72 | Advan S4 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
WinterCraft WP72 leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | WinterCraft WP72 | Advan S4 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 50 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Advan S4 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | WinterCraft WP72 | Advan S4 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 85 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
WinterCraft WP72 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | WinterCraft WP72 | Advan S4 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 60 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Kumho WinterCraft WP72 | Yokohama Advan S4 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 78 | 57 |
| Dry | 82 | 60 |
| Wet | 78 | 30 |
| Snow | 86 | – |
| Comfort | 77 | 50 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 85 |
| Handling | 71 | 60 |
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Headline score
78
/ 100
Tire A
57
/ 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 WinterCraft WP72 is widely regarded as a high-value performance winter tire that balances dry and wet road handling with competent snow traction. While most users praise its comfort, low noise levels, and affordability compared to premium alternatives, some report concerns regarding high-speed stability and potential issues with tire uniformity.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium winter tire brands
- Impressive noise suppression and ride comfort
- Strong performance on dry and wet surfaces
- Reliable traction in typical winter snow and slush conditions
Cons
- Vague handling and stability at higher highway speeds
- Reports of soft sidewalls leading to a 'jelly' feel
- Potential for flat-spotting and balancing issues
- Diminishing snow grip as the tread wears down
Observations
- Users with heavy EVs and RWD vehicles report good snow traction, though some note minor slippage during aggressive cornering on wet surfaces.
- Performance-oriented vehicles like the Subaru BRZ and Tesla Model 3 find the tire to be a capable, budget-friendly alternative to extreme winter tires.
The Yokohama Advan S4 is widely regarded by users as a disappointing all-season tire that fails to deliver adequate performance in both dry and wet conditions. Owners frequently report significant issues with handling, specifically noting poor traction and a lack of confidence in inclement weather, including snow.
Pros
- Acceptable handling characteristics at very low city speeds
- Responsiveness can be marginally improved by adjusting tire pressure
Cons
- Poor traction and grip in both wet and dry conditions
- Significant lack of performance in snow and winter environments
- Noticeable understeer and sluggish turn-in response
- Harsh ride quality when tire pressures are increased to compensate for handling issues
Observations
- Users noted that the tire's handling deficiencies, particularly understeer, often necessitate vehicle suspension modifications like a stiffer rear sway bar.
- Increasing tire pressure to 38psi front and 34psi rear improves turn-in response but negatively impacts ride comfort over road imperfections.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Kumho WinterCraft WP72 | B · Yokohama Advan S4 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
78
/ 100
Kumho
57
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Kumho WinterCraft WP72 — better wet, comfort and dry. Pick the Yokohama Advan S4 if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Kumho WinterCraft WP72 scores 78 vs 30 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Kumho WinterCraft WP72 scores 77 vs 50 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Kumho WinterCraft WP72 scores 82 vs 60 on dry.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Kumho WinterCraft WP72 scores 71 vs 60 on handling.
Tire A · Kumho WinterCraft WP72
Tire B · Yokohama Advan S4
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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.