Kumho Solus 4S HA32+ - Test Results

Test Statistics

7

Tests Completed

10^th

Average Position

4^th

Best Result

15^th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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The Kumho Solus 4S HA32 Plus delivers a mixed all-season performance with clear strengths in snow capability, ride comfort/noise, and value/wear in several tests, but it is consistently hamstrung by weak aquaplaning resistance and below-average dry and wet braking. Across seven tests it averages mid-pack to lower-mid results (average position 9.6), with a couple of strong overall finishes (ADAC 5/16 in 2024; Auto Bild 5/17 in 2022) offset by poorer showings in larger field comparisons.
Wet handling pace can be competitive, yet it's undermined by poor aquaplaning safety margins and long braking distances. Snow performance trends upper-mid to good, and wear/value results are often favorable, though one 2024 wear/abrasion outcome was notably poor. Overall, it suits drivers prioritizing winter safety and comfort/value over ultimate dry/wet braking and aquaplaning security.

Performance Strengths

Snow Performance Strong Details
• 2nd place snow braking in 2025 test (16.1 m, +2.5% from best)
• 4/16 snow braking and 4/16 snow traction in 2024 ADAC (+6% and +4.7% from best)
• 4/17 snow braking in 2022 Auto Bild (+3.4% from best)
Wet Handling Grip (pace, not aquaplaning) Moderate Details
• 4/18 wet handling and 5/18 wet circle in 2023 Auto Bild (+3.2% and +2.3% from best)
• 10/17 wet handling and 11/17 wet circle in 2024 Auto Bild (mid-field)
Comfort/Noise Moderate Details
• 1/18 lowest external noise in 2023 Auto Bild
• 9/17 noise in 2024 Auto Bild (+1% from best)
• 9/17 noise in 2022 Auto Bild (+1.4% from best)
Wear and Value (mixed but often favorable) Moderate Details
• 3/16 wear in 2024 ADAC (50,600 km, +16.6% from best)
• 6/15 wear and 3/15 value in 2022 Auto Bild (57,117 km; value +32% from best)
• 5/16 value in 2023 Auto Bild (+59.8% from best)

Performance Weaknesses

Aquaplaning Resistance Strong Details
• 17/17 straight aqua and 17/17 curved aquaplaning in 2024 Auto Bild (+12.6% and +28.8% from best; article: 'float speed of just 69')
• 15/18 straight aqua and 18/18 curved aquaplaning in 2023 Auto Bild (+10.9% and +31.8%)
• 14/16 straight aqua and 14/16 curved in 2024 ADAC (+10.8% and +27.8%)
• 17/17 straight aqua and 17/17 curved in 2022 Auto Bild (+9.3% and +26.6%)
Dry Braking Strong Details
• 6/6 dry braking in 2025 mid-range test (+15.2%)
• 16/17 dry braking in 2024 Auto Bild (+21.8%)
• 7/16 dry braking in 2024 ADAC (+11.6%)
• 14/18 dry braking in 2023 Auto Bild (+15%)
• 11/17 dry braking in 2022 Auto Bild (+21.6%)
Wet Braking Strong Details
• 12/17 wet braking in 2024 Auto Bild (+21.6%)
• 8/16 wet braking in 2024 ADAC (+5.4%; 7/16 concrete +8.3%)
• 16/18 wet braking in 2023 Auto Bild (+16.1%)
• 14/17 wet braking in 2022 Auto Bild (+19.9%)
Efficiency/Rolling Resistance and Abrasion (inconsistent, some poor results) Moderate Details
• 16/17 rolling resistance and 14/15 fuel consumption in 2024 Auto Bild (+24.8% RR; +10% fuel)
• Abrasion 15/15 in 2024 Auto Bild (+111.8% from best)
• 14/18 rolling resistance in 2023 Auto Bild (+18.9%)

Performance Over Time

Test History

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2025 Mid Range All Season Tire Test

2025
Winner: Nokian Seasonproof 2

The Kumho Solus 4S HA32+ shares third place with the Dębica, showing a similar characteristic of balanced parameters across different surfaces. The Korean tire outperforms the Dębica on wet surfa...

Strong:
Snow Braking

Weak:
Dry Braking

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2024 AutoBild All Season Tire Test

2024
Winner: Vredestein Quatrac

Weak:
Dry Braking, Abrasion, Fuel Consumption, Rolling Resistance, Wear, Curved Aquaplaning, Straight Aqua

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2024 All Season Tire Market Overview

2024
Winner: Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6

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2024 ADAC All Season Tire Test

2024
Winner: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3

The Kumho Solus 4S HA32+ tire receives only a satisfactory rating for safety on both dry and wet roads, but manages to secure a good rating in winter conditions. On dry surfaces, it shows its weake...

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