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Kumho Solus KU50 review

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.

Relative score
90/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
83/100
4 reviews
Kumho Solus KU50
Scores

Two scoring systems, side by side

Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.

By owner reviews

83%
Would buy again 100%
Dry
Overall dry
90%
Corner stability
100%
Dry traction
90%
Steering response
27%
Wet
Overall wet
90%
Wet traction
90%
Comfort
Overall comfort
80%
Handling
Overall handling
100%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 4 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

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

Worth knowing

  • Users report consistent performance improvements when transitioning from mid-tier touring tires to the KU50.
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