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KumhoSolus 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.

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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%
1.3M
8.1 - Good
8.3 - Good
8.3 Hydroplaning Resistance
8.4 Wet Traction
8.9 - Excellent
8.8 Corner Stability
9.0 Dry Traction
8.8 Steering Response
7.2 - Good
7.7 Light Snow Traction
7.1 Deep Snow Traction
6.9 Ice Traction
8.6 - Excellent
8.7 Ride Quality
8.6 Noise
8.0 - Good

Kumho Solus TA51a Reviews

Customers think the Kumho Solus TA51a delivers strong all-season performance, with standout comfort praised for its smooth, quiet ride (8-10 scores). Treadwear earns consistent praise (7-10), suggesting reliable longevity for a grand touring tire. Winter traction shows mostly positive results in light snow (7-9), though ice performance draws mixed feedback (3-8 scores). Wet traction impresses with 8-10 ratings for grip and hydroplaning resistance, while dry traction shines with frequent 9-10 scores for confident handling. A few users note slightly reduced ice capability, but overall satisfaction remains high across its intended grand touring use.

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89 reviews mention "Wet Traction"

  • 81 positive
  • 8 negative

Customers praise the Solus TA51a's wet traction, with most ratings between 8-10. High marks highlight confident wet braking and hydroplaning resistance, delivering reliable all-season performance in rainy conditions.

January 02, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...Handling and traction are excellent, even in wet conditions...

I couldn’t be happier with these new tires. The ride is noticeably smoother and quieter, and my car feels more stable and confident on the road—especially at highway speeds. Handling and traction are excellent, even in wet conditions. This was a great upgrade, and I’d absolutely recommend these tires to anyone looking for quality, comfort, and reliability.

Vehicle: 2019 Hyundai Tucson AWD SEL
Miles Driven on Tires: 36,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: VIRGINIA BEACH, VA
Driving Style: Easy Going

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February 03, 2026
3.9 out of 5 Star Rating
3.9 out of 5

These Kumho tires excel in that and haven't had any issues in wet conditions!...

These tires are great and definitely an upgrade from the Laufenn tires I had before in which were “sportier” and were supposed to be great on dry conditions. These Kumho tires excel in that and haven’t had any issues in dry or wet conditions! The only thing that I can negatively say about them is that the steering feel is very light and while it handles bumps and different pavement well, you can definitely “feel” what you are going over through your foot and steering wheel. Nonetheless, I say for the price these are great all season touring tires and have great performance in comfortability and reliability. Would 100% purchase again I would say these are above average for sure.

Vehicle: 2015 Scion tC
Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: STOCKTON, CA
Driving Style: Spirited

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January 15, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...It changed the ride and handling tremendously and I'm sure the wet handling and snow performance will meet the ratings posted...

I purchased the tires for my Sister in Laws Van.
She moved back from Florida and needed better tires for the all around conditions in the Northeast.
It changed the ride and handling tremendously and I’m sure the wet handling and snow performance will meet the ratings posted.
Wear ratings were very good so I’m sure they will be on it for a long time given here light driving schedule.
Thanks for having an awesome website where you can compare tire ratings and pricing to suit the needs of the customer and vehicle.
This vehicle needed a set of good all season tires but not the expense of the high end brands. The ones we picked are right in the middle between high end and the no name options.

Vehicle: 2001 Chrysler Town and Country LXi
Miles Driven on Tires: 500
Driving Conditions: Mostly City
Location: WILLOW GROVE, PA
Driving Style: Easy Going

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35 reviews mention "Winter Traction"

  • 26 positive
  • 9 negative

Most customers rate winter traction between 7-10, highlighting reliable grip in light snow. Scores show strong all-season capability, with some variability in deeper snow conditions.

September 27, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...What was unexpected was decent traction in snow. This was true for the Subaru Sambar that they were on before the Daihatsu.

Kei trucks are not performance vehicles by any stretch, however these tires turned the truck from a golf-cart into a go-cart. Of course any good tire would have been an improvement over the stock truck tires. I've had (different model) Kumhos on my BMW Z3 and loved them so was optimistic on how they would do on a vehicle on the other end of the spectrum. I was impressed with the smooth ride and great cornering (for a mini-truck) on dry payment. What was unexpected was decent traction in snow. This was true for the Subaru Sambar that they were on before the Daihatsu.

Vehicle: 1992 Daihatsu 1999 Daihatsu HiJet Kei Truck
Miles Driven on Tires: 4,000
Driving Conditions: All City
Location: BROOKLINE, NH
Driving Style: Spirited

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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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March 13, 2024
4 out of 5 Star Rating
4 out of 5

...In deep snow it was trash but manageable. On packed ice it was great not as bad as deep fresh snow...

I drive a lot. Let's put it there. I also Uber and Lyft on the side. Anywho I got these tires in CT during the snow in January. In deep snow it was trash but manageable. On packed ice it was great not as bad as deep fresh snow. These tires were great in the slush and the rain afterwards. Now we are getting more rain and I feel completely safe and comfortable with these. I am on the spirited driver spectrum so do with that as you will. These tires are great for the money.

Vehicle: 2021 Hyundai Sonata Limited
Miles Driven on Tires: 12,500
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: MANCHESTER, CT
Driving Style: Spirited

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107 reviews mention "Dry Traction"

  • 101 positive
  • 6 negative

Customers praise the Kumho Solus TA51a's excellent dry traction, with most scoring 9s and 10s. High marks highlight responsive handling and consistent grip, making it a strong performer in its Grand Touring All-Season category.

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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107 reviews mention "Ride Quality"

  • 100 positive
  • 7 negative

Customers consistently praise the Kumho Solus TA51a's comfort, with most scoring 9s and 10s for smooth ride quality and quiet performance. High ratings highlight excellent noise reduction and refined handling in all-season conditions.

January 02, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...The ride is noticeably smoother and quieter, and my car feels more stable and confident on the road-especially at highway speeds...

I couldn’t be happier with these new tires. The ride is noticeably smoother and quieter, and my car feels more stable and confident on the road—especially at highway speeds. Handling and traction are excellent, even in wet conditions. This was a great upgrade, and I’d absolutely recommend these tires to anyone looking for quality, comfort, and reliability.

Vehicle: 2019 Hyundai Tucson AWD SEL
Miles Driven on Tires: 36,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: VIRGINIA BEACH, VA
Driving Style: Easy Going

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February 03, 2026
3.9 out of 5 Star Rating
3.9 out of 5

...The only thing that I can negatively say about them is that the steering feel is very light and while it handles bumps and different pavement well, you can definitely "feel" what you are going over through your foot and steering wheel. Nonetheless, I say for the price these are great all season touring tires and have great performance in comfortability and reliability...

These tires are great and definitely an upgrade from the Laufenn tires I had before in which were “sportier” and were supposed to be great on dry conditions. These Kumho tires excel in that and haven’t had any issues in dry or wet conditions! The only thing that I can negatively say about them is that the steering feel is very light and while it handles bumps and different pavement well, you can definitely “feel” what you are going over through your foot and steering wheel. Nonetheless, I say for the price these are great all season touring tires and have great performance in comfortability and reliability. Would 100% purchase again I would say these are above average for sure.

Vehicle: 2015 Scion tC
Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: STOCKTON, CA
Driving Style: Spirited

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68 reviews mention "Treadwear"

  • 55 positive
  • 13 negative

Customers praise the Kumho Solus TA51a's treadwear, with most scoring 8-10 for excellent durability in all-season use. While a few report lower scores, high ratings highlight reliable longevity ideal for grand touring vehicles.

January 15, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...Wear ratings were very good so I'm sure they will be on it for a long time given here light driving schedule...

I purchased the tires for my Sister in Laws Van.
She moved back from Florida and needed better tires for the all around conditions in the Northeast.
It changed the ride and handling tremendously and I’m sure the wet handling and snow performance will meet the ratings posted.
Wear ratings were very good so I’m sure they will be on it for a long time given here light driving schedule.
Thanks for having an awesome website where you can compare tire ratings and pricing to suit the needs of the customer and vehicle.
This vehicle needed a set of good all season tires but not the expense of the high end brands. The ones we picked are right in the middle between high end and the no name options.

Vehicle: 2001 Chrysler Town and Country LXi
Miles Driven on Tires: 500
Driving Conditions: Mostly City
Location: WILLOW GROVE, PA
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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