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Kumho Solus KH16

The Kumho Solus KH16 is a Touring Summer tire designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars.

The quick answer

Owners say 70% from 5 owner reviews 40% would buy again Read the reviews
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Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tire - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated September 2021.

  • 5owner reviews
  • 23,130miles driven
  • 2sizes available

Tire Reviews Score

Kumho Solus KH16

6.6/10

From owner reviews only: no measured test results yet.

  • Limited Confidence
  • 5 owner reviews

How this score is built

Source Better than Weight
Independent testsNo measured test results yet – 0%
Owner reviews5 owner reviews · rated 70% 19% 25%
Typical tireWhere every score starts before its own data counts – 75%
Combined 37% 6.6

A fixed curve turns the combined figure into the 0 to 10 score, so roughly the top 10% of a group score 9 or more.

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Owner reviews decide 25% of this score. The other 75% is the typical starting point, and it shrinks as more reviews arrive.

Scored on owner reviews alone, a tire is High once the reviews decide 90% or more, and Medium from 70%. Anything less is Limited: expect the number to move as reviews arrive.

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Size Range

225Width55Profile19Rim99HLoad/Speed Index2010First On Market

EU Label

Noise

71dB B

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Kumho Solus KH16's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the Kumho Solus KH16 most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, C for wet grip and 71 dB for noise.
What sizes does the Kumho Solus KH16 come in?
The Kumho Solus KH16 is available in 2 sizes, ranging from 225/55 R19.
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Kumho Solus KH16 Owner Reviews

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What owners say

Across 5 owner ratings the Kumho Solus KH16 averages 70%. Owners rate Comfort highest at 8 out of 10 and Wet Grip lowest at 6.5. 1 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles.

Owner ratings averaged from 5 ratings

  • Owner score 70%
  • Comfort 80%
  • Dry Grip 75%
  • Road Feedback 75%
  • Handling 70%
  • Wear 68%
  • Wet Grip 65%

Featured reviews

Most helpful 10%

“Purchased these tires in March 2021 for a Corsa utility and did just on 5000km, and were done. Returned to my type fitment center and the Kumho Rep says that they wore down due to poor wheel alignment. So, My...”

  • Chevrolet Utility
  • 3,100 miles
Read full review → 841 found this helpful
Most critical 31%

“Shockingly poor Tires. The side walls seem so soft that when exiting a tight parking space it gives the sensation of having 2 punctures. So awful in the wet that I'm surprised they're legal. Seemed to wear well although...”

  • Rover 45
  • 5,000 miles
Read full review → 672 found this helpful
Longest term 100%

“Came with the MPV. Previously used the Solus design on the Wife's Peugeot 307 HDI and they drove a treat, with good multisurface grip, more than adequate performace in the occasional downpour, and as good a mileage as...”

  • Kia Motors Carnival 2.2 Diesel
  • 15,000 miles
Read full review → 616 found this helpful

All 4 Kumho Solus KH16 reviews

Score spread across 4 written reviews
10%
Member
Purchased these tires in March 2021 for a Corsa utility and did just on 5000km, and were done. Returned to my type fitment center and the Kumho Rep says that they wore down due to poor wheel alignment. So, My understanding - A tire should wear evenly down across the tread surface. Yes, If it wears down unevenly then there is a alignment issue. (smooth on either side and more tread in the middle) Yes If one tire wears down unevenly (smooth on either side and more tread in the middle), while the other wears down evenly across the tread surface but at the same rate that is both down to the markers in 5000km they are both classified as alignment issue ???? this is what i can't understand?? Poor product, and poor marketing Rep, didn't have the decency to call and explain, just was blunt to the tire fitment center
31%
Member
  • Rover 45
  • 185/65 R14 T
  • 5,000 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Spirited
Shockingly poor Tires. The side walls seem so soft that when exiting a tight parking space it gives the sensation of having 2 punctures. So awful in the wet that I'm surprised they're legal. Seemed to wear well although I can't confirm longevity as I changed them when 1/4 worn. These came on a second hand car I bought. I'm used to budget tires so it's not that I expected too much but could be described as laughably poor if it were not for the potential consequences of their performance.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 3
  • Wet Grip 1
  • Road Feedback 4
  • Handling 1
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 5
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 672
100%
Member
Came with the MPV. Previously used the Solus design on the Wife's Peugeot 307 HDI and they drove a treat, with good multisurface grip, more than adequate performace in the occasional downpour, and as good a mileage as the "more expensive" Brands.

On the Kia they perform really well, and are remarkably quiet. Durability's OK in comparison to others, and on a cost per mile basis they certainly come out well.

We'll definitely buy these again, since they seem to suit our particular driving mix just fine.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 10
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 616

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90%
Member
Very pleased with this tire, exactly what I wanted for my car they have a good level of grip in both wet and dry conditions (they are even fairly respctable in snow).
They are quiet and give good feel, although they are not the longest lasting tires compared to some I am happy with how long they lasted.
If (like me) you want a tire that slightly favors grip (wet and dry) over economy/mileage then these are an ideal candidate.
Hoping for more of the same froom the KH17's I've just had fitted.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 664
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