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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Kumho Crugen HT51 vs Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 — Compared (September 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.

Kumho Crugen HT51 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
76/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
71/100
3 owner reviews
Dry
85
Wet
87
Snow
78
Comfort
83
Noise
87
Treadwear
73
Handling
77

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Yokohama

Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056

All Season Premium Touring tires

Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
74/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
86/100
34 owner reviews
Dry
94
Wet
89
Snow
59
Comfort
87
Noise
79
Treadwear
82
Handling
80

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictToo close to call: Kumho Crugen HT51 and Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 are within 2 points overall. Kumho Crugen HT51 is stronger on snow and noise. Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 is stronger on dry, treadwear and comfort.
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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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Geolandar H/T G056 leads by 9
A — Kumho Crugen HT51
85
B — Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056
94
Why this score
SourceCrugen HT51Geolandar H/T G056
Professional tests (TWG score) 88 93
Tire Rack owners 89 85
Tyre Reviews owners 80 90
SimpleTire owners 97 97
Dry Braking (% of best) 95% 98%
Dry Handling (% of best) 100% 99%

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Geolandar H/T G056 leads by 2
A — Kumho Crugen HT51
87
B — Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056
89
Why this score
SourceCrugen HT51Geolandar H/T G056
Professional tests (TWG score) 92 90
Tire Rack owners 81 79
Tyre Reviews owners 80 72
SimpleTire owners 94 93
Wet Braking (% of best) 97% 93%
Wet Handling (% of best) 95% 100%

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Crugen HT51 leads by 19
A — Kumho Crugen HT51
78
B — Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056
59
Why this score
SourceCrugen HT51Geolandar H/T G056
Professional tests (TWG score) 91 52
Tire Rack owners 91 91
Tyre Reviews owners 60 45
SimpleTire owners 92 76
Snow Cornering (% of best) 91% 94%
Snow Handling (% of best) 98% 100%
Snow Traction (% of best) 100% 74%

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Geolandar H/T G056 leads by 4
A — Kumho Crugen HT51
83
B — Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056
87
Why this score
SourceCrugen HT51Geolandar H/T G056
Professional tests (TWG score) 94 84
Tire Rack owners 83 72
Tyre Reviews owners 67 86
SimpleTire owners 95 94

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Crugen HT51 leads by 8
A — Kumho Crugen HT51
87
B — Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056
79
Why this score
SourceCrugen HT51Geolandar H/T G056
Professional tests (TWG score) 87 71
SimpleTire owners 94 92

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Geolandar H/T G056 leads by 9
A — Kumho Crugen HT51
73
B — Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056
82
Why this score
SourceCrugen HT51Geolandar H/T G056
Tire Rack owners 87 90
Tyre Reviews owners 73 80
SimpleTire owners 95 84

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Geolandar H/T G056 leads by 3
A — Kumho Crugen HT51
77
B — Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056
80
Why this score
SourceCrugen HT51Geolandar H/T G056
Tyre Reviews owners 77 80

Scores at a glance

Kumho Crugen HT51 vs Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryKumho Crugen HT51Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056
Relative Score 81 82
Dry 85 94
Wet 87 89
Snow 78 59
Comfort 83 87
Noise 87 79
Treadwear 73 82
Handling 77 80

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Test data

The professional test results behind the scores

Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.

DisciplineCategoryTire ATire BΔBoth?
Curved Aquaplaning Curved 97% #3/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 93% #6/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! +4.4 Same test
Dirt Handling Dirt 97% #2/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 99% #6/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! -1.8 Same test
Dry Braking Dry 95% #6/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 98% #3/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! -3 Same test
Dry Handling Dry 100% #6/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 99% #2/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! +0.7 Same test
Rolling Resistance Efficiency 88% #3/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 78% #6/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! +9.7 Same test
Noise Other 99% #6/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 98% #3/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! +1.2 Same test
Value Other 71% #2/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 87% #6/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! -15.9 Same test
Overall Ranking Overall 25% #4/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 14% #7/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! +10.7 Same test
Snow Cornering Snow 91% #6/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 94% #5/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! -2.9 Same test
Snow Handling Snow 98% #5/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 100% #7/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! -1.6 Same test
Snow Traction Snow 100% #1/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 74% #6/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! +25.9 Same test
Straight Aqua Straight 99% #3/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 98% #6/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! +1 Same test
Subj. Comfort Subj 97% #2/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 93% #5/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! +4.4 Same test
Total Cost of Ownership Total 0% #1/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 0% #7/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 0 Same test
Wet Braking Wet 97% #4/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 93% #5/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! +4.1 Same test
Wet Handling Wet 95% #5/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! 100% #7/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! -4.6 Same test
From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Kumho Crugen HT51

The Kumho Crugen H/T51 is widely regarded as a high-value, versatile highway tire that offers impressive wet and dry traction comparable to premium competitors. While users appreciate its fuel efficiency and handling characteristics, long-term ownership experiences are polarized by reports of uneven tread wear and significant noise degradation over time.

Pros

  • Excellent wet and dry weather traction
  • High value-to-performance ratio compared to premium brands
  • Positive impact on fuel economy
  • Quiet highway performance during early stages of ownership

Cons

  • Significant increase in road noise as the tire ages
  • Premature or uneven shoulder wear
  • Limited capability in deep mud or severe winter conditions
  • Noise levels becoming intrusive between 45-55 mph

Observations

  • Users operating heavy-duty trucks like the Ram 1500 report stable handling and good wet-weather confidence.
  • Owners of SUVs like the 4Runner note that while the tire performs well for highway and light off-road use, it is susceptible to shoulder wear patterns.
Tire B Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056

The Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 is widely regarded as a reliable, quiet, and smooth-riding highway tire that excels in dry conditions and offers competitive tread life for many users. While it receives high praise for comfort and handling on various SUVs and trucks, there is a notable divide in user experience regarding winter traction and longevity, with some owners reporting premature wear and subpar performance in snow or heavy rain.

Pros

  • Excellent ride comfort and low road noise
  • Strong dry pavement handling and stability
  • Impressive tread longevity for many users
  • Good value proposition compared to premium competitors

Cons

  • Inconsistent performance in wet and snowy conditions
  • Reports of premature tread wear in heavy-duty or high-torque applications
  • Occasional complaints regarding road noise or 'growling' sounds as the tire ages

Observations

  • Users of heavy-duty trucks (2500 series) report high satisfaction with snow-clearing capabilities, though some pickup owners note faster wear under heavy towing loads.
  • Owners of older SUVs (e.g., Jeep Cherokee) report significant improvements in ride quality and noise reduction compared to previous tire sets.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Kumho Crugen HT51 B · Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056
Category—All Season Premium Touring tires
Vehicle type—SUV and 4x4
Sizes available4448
Rim diameters15″ – 22″15″ – 22″
Tread depth12.5/32″11/32″
UTQG720 A A720 A A
Treadwear warranty70,000 mi70,000 mi
SidewallBlackwallBlackwall
Max pressure50 psi51 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Kumho

Yokohama

Too close to call: Kumho Crugen HT51 and Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 are within 2 points overall. Kumho Crugen HT51 is stronger on snow and noise. Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 is stronger on dry, treadwear and comfort.

Pick tire A You drive through snowy winters

Kumho Crugen HT51 scores 78 vs 59 on snow.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 scores 94 vs 85 on dry.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 scores 82 vs 73 on treadwear.

Pick tire A You want a quieter cabin

Kumho Crugen HT51 scores 87 vs 79 on noise.

Tire A · Kumho Crugen HT51
Tire B · Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056

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.