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205-285/40-75 R15-20 104 sizes 2015

Kormoran Suv Summer

The Kormoran Suv Summer is a Touring Summer tire designed to be fitted to SUV and 4x4s.

8.2
Tire Reviews Score Based on User Reviews
Limited Confidence View Breakdown
Dry Grip
95%
Wet Grip
90%
Road Feedback
89%
Handling
91%
Wear
90%
Comfort
94%
Buy again
98%
14 Reviews
92% Average
125,030 miles driven
Kormoran Suv Summer

Kormoran Suv Summer

Summer Economy
BETA
8.2 / 10
Based on User Reviews · Limited Confidence · Updated 23 Feb 2026

The Tire Reviews Score is the most comprehensive tire scoring system available. It aggregates professional test data from multiple independent publications, user reviews, and consistency analysis using Bayesian statistical methods, weighted normalisation, and recency-adjusted scoring to produce a single, reliable performance rating.

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Score Components
Professional Tests
Weight: 80%
Tests: 0
Publications: 0
User Reviews
Weight: 15%
Reviews: 14
Avg Rating: 92.4%
Min Required: 5
Consistency
Weight: 5%
Score Std Dev: 0.3
History Points: 10
Methodology & Configuration
Scoring Process
  1. Collect Test Data: Gather results from professional tire tests across multiple publications. Minimum 1 test(s) required.
  2. Normalize Positions: Convert test positions to percentile scores using exponential weighting (factor: 1.2).
  3. Apply Recency Weighting: More recent tests are weighted higher with a decay rate of 0.95.
  4. Incorporate User Reviews: Factor in user review data (minimum 5 reviews). Weight: 15%.
  5. Bayesian Smoothing: Apply Bayesian prior (score: 7, weight: 1.5) to prevent extreme scores with limited data.
  6. Calculate Final Score: Combine all components using normalization factor of 1.1. Max score with limited data: 9.5.
Component Weights
Test Data
80%
User Reviews
15%
Consistency
5%
All Configuration Parameters
ParameterValueDescription
safety_weight 0.7 Weight multiplier for safety-related metrics
performance_weight 0.55 Weight multiplier for performance metrics
comfort_weight 0.4 Weight multiplier for comfort metrics
value_weight 0.45 Weight multiplier for value-for-money metrics
user_reviews_weight 0.15 How much user reviews contribute to the final score
test_data_weight 0.8 How much professional test data contributes to the final score
consistency_weight 0.05 How much score consistency contributes to the final score
recency_decay_rate 0.95 Rate at which older test results lose influence (higher = slower decay)
min_test_count 1 Minimum number of professional tests required
min_review_count 5 Minimum number of user reviews required
score_version 1.9 Current version of the scoring algorithm
score_normalization_factor 1.1 Factor used to normalize raw scores to the 0-10 scale
confidence_factor_weight 0.2 How much data confidence affects the final score
position_penalty_weight 0.2 Penalty applied for poor test positions
gap_penalty_threshold 12 Score gap (%) that triggers additional penalties
min_metrics_count 2 Minimum number of test metrics needed per test
limited_data_threshold 2 Number of tests below which data is considered limited
single_test_penalty 0.75 Score multiplier when only one test is available
critical_metric_penalty 0.7 Penalty for poor performance on critical safety metrics
critical_metric_threshold 70 Score below which a critical metric penalty applies
position_exponential_factor 1.2 Exponent used to amplify position-based scoring
position_exponential_threshold 0.9 Position percentile below which exponential scoring applies
gap_multiplier_critical 3 Multiplier for critical gap penalties
max_category_weight 2 Maximum weight any single category can have
max_score_limited_data 9.5 Score cap when data is limited
bayesian_prior_weight 1.5 Weight of the Bayesian prior in smoothing
bayesian_prior_score 7 Prior score used for Bayesian smoothing
evidence_test_multiplier 1.9 Multiplier for test evidence in confidence calculation
evidence_metric_divisor 3 Divisor for metric count in evidence calculation
evidence_review_divisor 10 Divisor for review count in evidence calculation
combined_penalty_floor 0.2
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Review Summary

Based on 14 user reviews

Across 14 reviews, the Kormoran Suv Summer tire is consistently praised as an excellent budget choice with strong wet and dry grip, improved handling, and high confidence compared with more expensive tires. Drivers frequently highlight low road noise, good comfort, and very strong tread life even after 12,000-25,000+ miles. A small minority mention some aquaplaning in deep standing water, but overall satisfaction and value-for-money are overwhelmingly positive.

Strengths
  • Strong wet and dry grip
  • Excellent value for money (premium-like performance for budget price)
  • Low noise / quiet on the road
  • Good ride comfort / smooth over poor surfaces
  • Very good tread life / low wear
  • Improved handling and confidence versus prior tires
  • Capable on rough tracks/light off-road; good all-surface traction

Top 3 Kormoran Suv Summer Reviews

Given 93% while driving a Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 4x4 (225/55 R18) on mostly town for 0 easy going miles
I bought tire for Mitsubishi two days ago. We used only 50 km in City. I feel dry grip is good. I can say this tire is silince. On bumpy roads it is smooth. We loved this tires. I will write as I have more experience.
June 29, 2025
Given 91% while driving a Subaru Forester (225/55 R18) on mostly motorways for 28,000 average miles
it was cheap and affordable. in first sight i didnt have to much expectations. But i like that tire, because it didnt wear at all. If you re a family driver not formula 1, it will totaly make you satisfied.
November 13, 2024
Given 90% while driving a Subaru XV 2.0 D (225/60 R17) on a combination of roads for 30 average miles
I have never felt more confident driving my car .
I previously had some Yokohama fitted on them they were a disaster on wet and dry.
Once i shifted for tigar the difference was noticeable i feel so much safer really
January 15, 2024

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Latest Kormoran Suv Summer Reviews

Given 97% while driving a Hyundai Tucson (225/60 R17) on a combination of roads for 3,000 average miles
Bought 2 Kormoran SUV for the front of my Hyundai Tuscon and couldn't be more pleased for the price. Confident driving, responsive and positive in both wet and dry on both local and motorways. Have driven getting on for 3000 miles with them now, wear isn't noticeable (to the point I had to question my own tread depth gauge!, but seem as good as new)
Highly recommend these
November 1, 2025
Given 96% while driving a Hyundai Tucson (225/60 R17) on a combination of roads for 2,000 easy going miles
Great grip both in wet and dry. Performance competes with tires at twice the price! Have them fitted to the front axle on my Hyundai Tuscon, covered approx 2000 miles now and tread depth has hardly changed from the original 8mm they came with. Planning to put a pair on the rears as soon as they need replacing.
October 11, 2025
Given 100% while driving a Kia Motors Sportage (235/55 R17) on a combination of roads for 3,000 average miles
I have the Taurus 701 version of these tires, but they are completely identical to the Kormoran SUV summer and the Riken 701 - different brand names all made identically in the same Michelin subsidiary factory, but Tirereviews only list this version for some reason. These tires on my Kia Sportage 150Hp 4WD are excellent. I had my doubts as I have had Continentals before but money was tight so I went for these and have absolutely no regrets. On the road in dry and wet they are grippy, handle well, are quieter than the Continentals, and are very comfortable. Off road on gravel, mud and rocks they seem to grip well (they are M+S rated), and in snow they are faultless - I took the car down a rocky track covered in snow and ice and didn’t lose grip once. After 3,000 miles there is no sign of any wear or deformity. These are a very good ‘budget’ tire worthy of a mid-range or even premium label.
December 18, 2022
Given 97% while driving a Kia Motors (235/60 R16) on a combination of roads for 25,000 average miles
Initially I was using Pirelli Scorpion Verde tires on my Kia Sportage 2.0 CRDi 4wd. When tires were worn off, I was advised for Kormoran tires. At first, I did not know about Kormoran too well. When I owned Kormoran SUV Summer tires, I was really pleased. The noise level is rather low with respect to other tires. The dry grip is good even while travelling at 110 mph and with instant maneuvers at low speeds. Off road performance is nice. On rocky and soil roads, I had no issues. Even once I got onto a sandy road near the coast for a short distance and my SUV did not stuck in the sandy road while there were other cars got stuck. I have found the wet grip really good. Besides the wet and rainy days, I experienced a really very heavy rain once. Even during that heavy rain, these tires gripped the road well even the sight range was only a few meters! I was able to cruise 30 mph under that heavy rain without any slid or any other issues. The road was flooded for a few inches of water for sure. I was surprised at that performance. After using the tires for 25000 miles in 4 years, the wear is rather low and it is in quite good shape. I have never used these tires in snowy conditions or on ice since I changed them with winter tires each year. In my opinion, Kormoran SUV Summer is a very good choice for price-wise and performance. Certainly I would buy them again.
June 12, 2021
Given 91% while driving a Suzuki Vitara 2015> (225/55 R17) on mostly country roads for 12,000 average miles
Bought after research. Good depth of tread for a new tire, so many seem to only last 15,000 or so. Handling improved straight away, replaced very expensive Bridgestones. Used on rough tracks a lot and rural roads in two and four-wheel drive modes. The snow in February proved their worth, they have an M&S rating but I was surprised how well they gripped on fresh snow. Handling in the wet is very good too, ride comfort is good and low tire noise. Wearing very well after 12000 miles, expect to get well over 25000 out of a set. For the price an excellent choice.
April 28, 2021
Given 91% while driving a Jeep Patriot (225/45 R17) on mostly country roads for 10,000 easy going miles
What excellent tires for a decent price. Very pleased with them AND they are European.
April 14, 2021
Given 92% while driving a Toyota RAV4 (225/65 R17) on a combination of roads for 22,000 spirited miles
Great tires , did amazingly well on wet roads, decent mileage. Best tires I've ever had as to quality/price . Would highly recommend
March 19, 2021
Given 94% while driving a Mitsubishi (225/55 R18) on mostly country roads for 5,000 average miles
Replaced Bridgestone Duellers as OME. They were shot after 18000 miles. Wanted European as the market is flooded with cheap Chinese stuff. Heard good things about Kormoran so fitted four. Good depth of tread, and excellent handling. The ride is far superior to the original equipment. Occasional use on wet grass, rough tracks and mostly used on rural roads with poor surfaces. The tread pattern gives a good grip on all surfaces. The vehicle handling has improved on and off-road. Value for money too, at £86 per tire fitted, for the size, a real bargain. Would recommend it highly.
March 2, 2021
Given 91% while driving a Honda CRV (225/65 R17 V) on a combination of roads for 12,000 average miles
i bought these tires on the advice of a friend. Pattern looks great. feedback better than the Yoko's i replaced and a way cheaper Highly recommend.
October 5, 2020
Given 80% while driving a Nissan X Trail (215/65 R16) on a combination of roads for 0 spirited miles
Bought them last may (2018) and they were used until it was legal in season (mid Nov 2018). About 8000 spirited KM's. Drive on dry is close to some of those more expensive brands...wet....since was not sure in the grip, was not too much in "testing" modd and drive was more calm, but tire response was really good....so, I can not judge about limitations on wet. Wear is really low, as millage spent on them, this year maybe shows more. Definitely more trust in tires this autumn.
June 15, 2019
Given 89% while driving a Subaru Outback (215/65 R16 H) on a combination of roads for 3,000 spirited miles
After one summer season. Tread in my opinion is ok.
Quiet, comfortable, fuel economy as weel, cheap for good quality.
During dry conditions very well, on wet they are good but aquaplanning comes out about 70km/h in deep water on regional road.
Would buy once more.
March 23, 2017
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