90
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
83/100
4 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Kumho Solus KU50 vs Nexen N Priz 4S — 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
75
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
74/100
20 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Kumho Solus KU50 — better handling, wet and dry. 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)
Solus KU50 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Solus KU50 | N Priz 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 78 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Solus KU50 leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Solus KU50 | N Priz 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 59 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Solus KU50 | N Priz 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 60 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
N Priz 4S leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Solus KU50 | N Priz 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 76 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Solus KU50 | N Priz 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 65 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Solus KU50 leads by 34
Why this score
| Source | Solus KU50 | N Priz 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 66 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Kumho Solus KU50 | Nexen N Priz 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 90 | 75 |
| Dry | 90 | 83 |
| Wet | 90 | 71 |
| Snow | – | 71 |
| Comfort | 80 | 82 |
| Noise | – | 97 |
| Treadwear | – | 75 |
| Handling | 100 | 66 |
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Headline score
90
/ 100
Tire A
75
/ 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 KU50 is highly regarded by users for its superior braking performance in both dry and wet conditions. Owners consistently report high satisfaction levels, often citing it as a significant performance upgrade over competing models like the Hankook Prime2.
Pros
- Excellent braking performance in dry conditions
- Reliable traction and safety in wet weather
- High level of user satisfaction and brand loyalty
- Competitive performance compared to premium alternatives
Cons
- Limited long-term tread life data available from current user feedback
- Lack of diverse vehicle-specific performance reports
Observations
- Users report consistent performance improvements when transitioning from mid-tier touring tires to the KU50.
The Nexen N Priz 4S presents a polarized user experience, often praised for its affordability and competent performance in dry and light snowy conditions. However, significant inconsistencies in wet-weather traction and tread longevity lead to widely varying reports, ranging from excellent value to safety concerns.
Pros
- Strong value proposition and competitive pricing
- Reliable traction in dry conditions
- Effective performance in light to moderate snow
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
Cons
- Inconsistent and potentially dangerous wet-weather grip
- Reports of rapid or uneven tread wear
- Poor lateral stability and understeer in challenging conditions
- Performance degradation over time
Observations
- Users with FWD vehicles reported significant improvements in snow traction compared to stock tires.
- Drivers of heavier or high-performance vehicles noted more pronounced issues with wet-weather understeer and premature wear.
- Performance appears highly subjective based on regional climate, with users in mountainous or high-precipitation areas reporting lower satisfaction.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Kumho Solus KU50 | B · Nexen N Priz 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Touring tires | All Season Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
90
/ 100
Kumho
75
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Kumho Solus KU50 — better handling, wet and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Kumho Solus KU50 scores 100 vs 66 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Kumho Solus KU50 scores 90 vs 71 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Kumho Solus KU50 scores 90 vs 83 on dry.
Tire A · Kumho Solus KU50
Tire B · Nexen N Priz 4S
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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.