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Kumho Solus TA51a
  • Kumho Solus TA51a
  • Kumho Solus TA51a
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The Solus TA51a is Kumho's Grand Touring All-Season tire developed for drivers of compact cars, passenger sedans, crossovers and SUVs looking for a reliable daily driver joined with a luxuriously quiet experience. Targeting dependable performance in wet and dry conditions, the Solus TA51a aims to deliver Kumho's combination of ride comfort, low noise and all-season traction, even in light snow.

Kumho Solus TA51a

Solus TA51a tires feature a high-grip silica compound molded into an asymmetric tread pattern designed to maintain traction in all weather conditions. Technological advances, such as the noise-canceling ribs integrated directly into the tire's grooves dissipate road sounds. 3-Dimensional chamfered edges of the tread blocks take advantage of the tire's natural deformation under load to maximize tread contact. Quad circumferential grooves help expel water to resist hydroplaning, while high 3-D sipe density enhances both wet weather handling and wintertime snow traction.

The internal construction of the Kumho Solus TA51a consists of a 2-ply polyester body casing for additional protection and ride quality. This foundation supports a layer of twin steel belts for satisfying handling and stability topped by two nylon cap plies granting the reinforcement needed to maintain uniformity and high-speed performance.

Tire Rack Test Results Kumho Solus TA51a

The Unsung Heroes of the Daily Driver – 2024 Test 4 With Winter Update (29:18)

Ten touring all-season tires built to handle everyday commuters’ needs take their turn on a car built to do the same, a 2025 Toyota Camry. Our testing team assesses strengths and tradeoffs and ranks them top-to-bottom to help you determine which is right for you. This updated version includes our 2024 winter testing! 

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Ratings Charts & Reviews Kumho Solus TA51a

Tire Category: Grand Touring All-Season

Consumer Surveys

 
Best in Category
Miles Reported
Recommended
Treadwear
Kumho Solus TA51a
Good
90%
794K
8.2 - Good
8.4 - Good
8.4 Hydroplaning Resistance
8.4 Wet Traction
8.8 - Excellent
8.8 Corner Stability
8.9 Dry Traction
8.8 Steering Response
7.3 - Good
7.7 Light Snow Traction
7.2 Deep Snow Traction
6.9 Ice Traction
8.7 - Excellent
8.8 Ride Quality
8.7 Noise
8.1 - Good

Customers Say

Ratings data demonstrates the Kumho Solus TA51a excels in comfort with consistent 8-10 scores for smooth, quiet rides. Treadwear earns strong praise (7-10), suggesting reliable longevity for all-season use. Winter traction shows mostly positive results (5-10), though ice performance varies. Wet traction impresses with 8-10 ratings, including effective hydroplaning resistance. Dry traction stands out as a highlight, with near-perfect 9-10 scores for confident handling and responsiveness. Customers consistently praise balanced performance across conditions, making it a dependable choice for drivers prioritizing year-round comfort and predictable dry/wet grip.

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72 customers mention "Wet Traction"

  • 67 positive
  • 5 negative

Most customers give the Kumho Solus TA51a excellent wet traction scores of 9s and 10s, praising confident grip and reliable wet braking. A few note scores between 7-8, but overall reviews highlight strong hydroplaning resistance and consistent wet weather performance as a Grand Touring All-Season tire.

February 18, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

...It is a much smoother and quieter ride and grips very well in wet conditions...

These tires are a huge improvement over my previous tires that I bought at Discount Tires (Bravura), It is a much smoother and quieter ride and grips very well in wet conditions. I bought the Kumho brand because I had a very good experience when I put this brand on my Corvette back in the 90's. Very pleased with these tires.

Vehicle: 2014 Hyundai Elantra Sedan SE
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,100
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: CHARLOTTE, NC
Driving Style: Average
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January 09, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

4.6 out of 5 Star Rating
4.6 out of 5

Tires are great, including... good wet traction...

Tires are great, including cabin noise, good wet traction, wearing we’ll.

Vehicle: 2019 Audi Q5 2.0T Standard Tire
Miles Driven on Tires: 13,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: LOS ANGELES, CA
Driving Style: Average
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January 15, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.2 out of 5 Star Rating
4.2 out of 5

...They are responsive, quiet and effective in wet & dry conditions...

Fantastic handling and driving tires. They are responsive, quiet and effective in wet & dry conditions. However, they wear out like crazy. They wear evenly, but they wear out too fast. Perhaps, it's the heavy 4-door Genesis V8 vehicle simply wearing down the tread. But, I've gone through two sets unsettlingly fast. I'm going to try something else.

Vehicle: 2011 Hyundai Genesis Sedan 4.6
Miles Driven on Tires: 12,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly City
Location: KNOXVILLE, TN
Driving Style: Easy Going
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29 customers mention "Winter Traction"

  • 23 positive
  • 6 negative

Customers report strong snow and deep snow traction with most scores 7-10. Ice traction shows mixed results, including some 5-6 ratings indicating areas for improvement.

March 20, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

3.9 out of 5 Star Rating
3.9 out of 5

...These tires deliver on all of these factors, in addition they are surprisingly good in light snow and rough ice. I do switch to dedicated winter tires for the 1/2 year that we have such conditions, but I got to try these in winter conditions before the changeover.

This size of tire reduces choices in the US to just a few tires. I tried these as the manufacturer is reputable and the cost was reasonable, also the focus on quiet ride and a smooth ride were high priorities. These tires deliver on all of these factors, in addition they are surprisingly good in light snow and rough ice. I do switch to dedicated winter tires for the 1/2 year that we have such conditions, but I got to try these in winter conditions before the changeover.

Vehicle: 2000 Honda Insight
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly City
Location: BOZEMAN, MT
Driving Style: Average
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87 customers mention "Dry Traction"

  • 84 positive
  • 3 negative

Most customers give the Kumho Solus TA51a's dry traction 9-10 scores, praising responsive handling and confident grip. Some note solid performance with 7-8 ratings, fitting well for all-season use.

November 15, 2023 (Verified Purchase)

4.7 out of 5 Star Rating
4.7 out of 5

...Car seems to stick to road...

Have had these tires before and love them. Car seems to stick to road. Would recommend these tires. Ans will definitely buy again.

Vehicle: 2016 Nissan Altima 2.5 S
Miles Driven on Tires: 500
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: ASHEBORO, NC
Driving Style: Average
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April 25, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

4.1 out of 5 Star Rating
4.1 out of 5

...When roads are dry the traction is good and the steering is responsive without pushing it through the corners.

Feels like a more expensive tire, really quiet.
I never push the car hard on wet conditions but it feels in control at speeds under 55 mph on the hwy
or 20-30 on city streets.
When roads are dry the traction is good and the steering is responsive without pushing it through the corners.

Vehicle: 2018 Chevrolet Volt
Miles Driven on Tires: 3,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: MIAMI, FL
Driving Style: Average
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April 23, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

4.6 out of 5 Star Rating
4.6 out of 5

...Traction has not been an issue even on loose gravel roads.

Recently installed these on my Tesla. I travel a mixed variety of dirt road, city, streets, state highways, and interstate roads. So far the tires perform well. Tires offer a nice ride quality even at 42 PSI. Traction has not been an issue even on loose gravel roads.

Vehicle: 2023 Tesla Model Y 255/45-19
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,500
Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway
Location: BARNET, VT
Driving Style: Easy Going
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85 customers mention "Ride Quality"

  • 82 positive
  • 3 negative

Customers praise the ride quality and low noise levels, with most scoring 9s and 10s. Some note slightly firmer ride or road noise at higher speeds (scores 7-8).

August 18, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

A quality set of tires that, along with the Optima's great suspension, offers the smoothest ride out of our 4 family cars.

A quality set of tires that, along with the Optima’s great suspension, offers the smoothest ride out of our 4 family cars.

Vehicle: 2019 Kia Optima S
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: CINCINNATI, OH
Driving Style: Average
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August 14, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.9 out of 5 Star Rating
4.9 out of 5

I couldn't be happier with them, these tires are whisper quiet and ride as smooth as silk. I replaced some off-road tires with them and I could not believe the difference. The ride quality and noise dropped significantly when I installed these tires...

I couldn't be happier with them, these tires are so whisper quiet and ride as smooth as silk. I replaced some off-road tires with them and I could not believe the difference. The ride quality and noise dropped significantly when I installed these tires. I am so happy I got them, they were worth every penny.

Vehicle: 2007 Ford Escape 2wd XLS 4cyl
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: DAYTON, TN
Driving Style: Spirited
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January 19, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

4.9 out of 5 Star Rating
4.9 out of 5

...I am continually reminded that they are so quiet and smooth riding...

These are the best tires that I have used in a long, long time! I am continually reminded that they are so quiet and smooth riding. yet grip well and seem to be wearing very well also.I routinely drive on country roads as well as interstate highways and in town. When I need tires again, I will definitely buy these. Very pleased with them.

Vehicle: 2014 Hyundai Elantra Sedan SE
Miles Driven on Tires: 8,850
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: CHARLOTTE, NC
Driving Style: Average
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50 customers mention "Treadwear"

  • 42 positive
  • 8 negative

Customers praise the TA51a's treadwear, with most scoring 7-10 and many 9s/10s for long-lasting performance. Some report lower durability (scores 0-6), but positive feedback dominates, highlighting reliable mileage in all-season use.

March 06, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.3 out of 5 Star Rating
4.3 out of 5

It's the second set - and we were very happy with the first that lasted us 10 years and 50k+ miles...

It's the second set - and we were very happy with the first that lasted us 10 years and 50k+ miles - A good value and performance tire

Vehicle: 1990 Jaguar XJ6
Miles Driven on Tires: 500
Driving Conditions: Mostly City
Location: DELMAR, NY
Driving Style: Easy Going
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April 04, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.9 out of 5 Star Rating
4.9 out of 5

...They are a little bit heavy, but that is OK as the treadwear number is great.

These tires are nice and quiet compared to my old tires.
They are a little bit heavy, but that is OK as the treadwear number is great.

Vehicle: 2001 Honda Insight
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: HILLSBORO, MO
Driving Style: Easy Going
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Grand Touring All-Season tires are the everyday driver’s staple, and the Solus TA51a from Kumho is a great blend of what this category has to offer. Developed for drivers of compact cars, passenger sedans, crossovers, and SUVs to combine all-season comfort and handling.

The Unsung Heroes of the Daily Driver – 2024 Test 4 With Winter Update (29:18)

Ten touring all-season tires built to handle everyday commuters’ needs take their turn on a car built to do the same, a 2025 Toyota Camry. Our testing team assesses strengths and tradeoffs and ranks them top-to-bottom to help you determine which is right for you. This updated version includes our 2024 winter testing! 

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View All Winter Test Results

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