87
/ 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 Toyo Extensa HP — 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
91
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
50 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Toyo Extensa HP — better comfort 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)
Extensa HP leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Solus KU50 | Extensa HP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 80 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Solus KU50 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Solus KU50 | Extensa HP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 80 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Extensa HP leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Solus KU50 | Extensa HP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 60 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Solus KU50 | Extensa HP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Kumho Solus KU50 | Toyo Extensa HP |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 87 | 91 |
| Dry | 90 | 95 |
| Wet | 90 | 88 |
| Snow | – | 83 |
| Comfort | 80 | 92 |
| Noise | – | 89 |
| Treadwear | – | 93 |
| Handling | 100 | – |
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Headline score
87
/ 100
Tire A
91
/ 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 Toyo Extensa HP is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly performance tire that excels in dry and wet traction for daily driving. While most users praise its grip and durability, opinions are polarized regarding its suitability for high-performance sports cars, with some users finding it lacking at extreme speeds or in cold-weather conditions.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Strong grip in both dry and wet road conditions
- Quiet and comfortable ride for daily commuting
- Durable tread life when properly maintained
Cons
- Inconsistent performance in snow and icy conditions
- Some reports of increased road noise and stiffness on certain vehicles
- Concerns regarding high-speed stability and traction limits for aggressive driving
- Potential for hydroplaning in heavy rain despite generally good wet performance
Observations
- Owners of high-horsepower vehicles, such as modified Mustangs and Corvettes, frequently report positive experiences with traction, particularly when using wider rear tire sizes.
- Users on compact sedans and daily drivers report a smooth, quiet ride, though some note that the tire's stiff sidewall can transmit road imperfections into the cabin.
- Drivers in colder climates or those with performance-oriented hatchbacks (e.g., VW GTI) have expressed dissatisfaction with the tire's handling in winter conditions.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Kumho Solus KU50 | B · Toyo Extensa HP |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Touring tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
87
/ 100
Kumho
91
/ 100
Toyo
Winner: Toyo Extensa HP — better comfort and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Toyo Extensa HP scores 92 vs 80 on comfort.
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You want the most grip on dry roads
Toyo Extensa HP scores 95 vs 90 on dry.
Tire A · Kumho Solus KU50
Tire B · Toyo Extensa HP
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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.