Best Tires for the Kia Motors Sorento III (UM) Diesel 2.2 CRDI

The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 X is an amazing all‑season tire that performs consistently well in dry, wet, and snowy conditions. I’m extremely satisfied, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a dependable and versatile tire.

After clocking 45,000 km with the Giti Sport S2, and having previously driven on the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 and Michelin Pilot Sport 4 prior to Giti, I have to thank my regular tire shop for insisting that I switch to the Cinturato Rosso. Looking back now, it was an excellent recommendation.

Living in Kuala Lumpur, I constantly deal with road surfaces that are far from ideal. The asphalt here takes a beating from heavy daily traffic, while repeated digging for water, electricity, and telecommunication works leaves behind uneven patches and rough textures. For someone driving a Kia Sorento 2.2 turbo diesel, producing 450 Nm of torque and weighing nearly 1,907 kg, finding a tire that balances strength, comfort, and control is a challenge.

The Cinturato Rosso meets every expectation. On rough and bumpy city roads, it delivers an outstanding level of comfort, almost like gliding on air cushions that absorb vibrations and soften every impact. It truly feels like a shield for the suspension and absorber system. In terms of comfort, I would confidently rate it 10 out of 10, comfortably ahead of the Giti Sport S2 (6), Goodyear Asymmetric 3 (3), and Michelin Pilot Sport 4 (7).

When it comes to dry handling and stability, the Rosso performs remarkably well. Its steering response is precise and confident, easily matching the accuracy of the Goodyear Asymmetric 3. Under wet, high-speed conditions, it inspires strong confidence too, its grip feels almost adhesive, just slightly below the Goodyear Asymmetric 3 but on par with the Michelin Pilot Sport 4. Both dry and wet braking distances are impressively short for a vehicle of this weight, giving a sense of security and control even in sudden stops.

After years of experimenting with different ultra-high-performance tires, I can finally say I have found a near-perfect match for my vehicle’s torque, weight, and driving style of daily city commutes or spirited highway runs.

I strongly believe the Cinturato Rosso is indeed a balance between touring comfort and UHP performance. I have finally found the ideal tire for my Sorento. I will definitely buy it again.

Only had these only for around 3 weeks now, but these tires are incredible sticks to the road like s##t to a blanket. Tried in thr mild snow we just had and the extreme flooded roads and there is no sliding what so ever can't comment on the wear as I have only just got them on but so far for wet, dry and that light snow we had these tires were superb.

Coming from Pirilli Scorpions, this set of P10's are a huge jump in terms of wet and dry handling. Never going back for sure.

2 tires have sawtooth from the factory. Very high rolling resistance. They are very loud in the dry.

Excellent winter tire, and not that expensive. In cold conditions, a confident feel, superb in snow and light off roading. Barely worn after 10000km, recommended for SUV's

Half the price of premium brands, and almost as good. Fantastic grip and handling, car feels safe and solid. Comfort is excellent, wear, I don't know yet, only 1000km of use. A very good option for SUV's if you are tired of paying €150-€200 for one tire. I paid €70 each here in Romania. And they look good, very deep tread depth.

A budget tire that delivers sure footed handling. Wet and dry weather you feel safe. I am a driver who would represent most drivers on the road. I don't drive at excessive speeds. The tires are very quite and comfortable. I live in Thailand and tires are subject to changing road and weather conditions, they have never made me think of any reason to replace them. I would buy them again and I recommend them.

Replaced Nexen N’Fera RU5 with Yokohama RV02. Pretty decent tires for it’s price. However level of comfort drops drastically as the thread wore down and noise increases.