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TREADWEAR

Tread Type

Kumho Average Treadwear

Category Average Treadwear

All Season 

542

504

Touring All Season

618

546

All Terrain

553

506

On/Off Road

440

474

Performance All Season

438

429

Performance Summer

273

264

Performance Touring All Season

498

509

Summer

348

323

*Not all tires are UTQG rated. Learn more about UTQG ratings

Kumho Tires: Frequently Asked Questions

How good are Kumho tires?

One of the most common questions tire shoppers ask is, "Are these tires any good?" For the price, Kumho tires deliver slightly above average marks for handling, grip, traction and braking. They produce mid-priced tires in their various categories, and their treadwear tends to be higher than average across all brands. For everyday driving, Kumho tires are a good match if you aren’t a driver that is hard on their vehicles.    

Where are Kumho tires made?

Kumho is a South Korean company with world headquarters in Gwangju, South Korea. According to the NHTSA database, Kumho tires are made in China, South Korea, and Vietnam.

Who sells Kumho tires? Where can I buy Kumho tires online?

You can find an authorized Kumho tire dealership near you, or you can shop for Kumho tires online with Tire Agent. Shipping from Tire Agent to your home or tire installer is free and fast. If you do not have a tire installer for your Kumhos, let us know during the checkout process, and we will recommend a Kumho installer near you.  

Where can I find Kumho tire prices?

Prices for all in-stock tires are listed on individual product pages. Shop for tires with Tire Agent from this page, by selecting the type of tire and navigating to the exact model to fit your vehicle. There you’ll see the price per tire, and also price per month if you choose a payment plan. Check our deals page for the best prices on tires, rebates, coupons and discounts.

Does the price include installation of Kumho tires?

As an online tire store, Tire Agent does not install tires. We sell tires online and ship them to our customers, either directly or to their local auto repair shop. Simply enter the ship-to address during the checkout process, and we will ship tires where you tell us, and your name will be included in the invoice. 

How does the Kumho replacement tire warranty work?

Make sure you understand how tire warranties work. Warranties for Kumho replacement tires vary by brand and tread type. Kumho’s tire warranties range from 40,000 to 75,000 miles depending on the model, which you can view on the Kumho warranty page. They offer additional road hazard protection for some models in the Ecsta, Solus, Crugen, and Road Venture lines. 

TREADWEAR

Tread Type

Kumho Average Treadwear

Category Average Treadwear

All Season 

542

504

Touring All Season

618

546

All Terrain

553

506

On/Off Road

440

474

Performance All Season

438

429

Performance Summer

273

264

Performance Touring All Season

498

509

Summer

348

323

*Not all tires are UTQG rated. Learn more about UTQG ratings

Known For

  • Affordability
  • Above average treadwear on most models
  • Value for the price  

Not Known For

  • All terrain and winter tires have limited options 
  • Lower performance in snow across all types
  • May not perform as well as tier 1 brands in extreme conditions, weather and road types 

Kumho Tires: Frequently Asked Questions

How good are Kumho tires?

One of the most common questions tire shoppers ask is, "Are these tires any good?" For the price, Kumho tires deliver slightly above average marks for handling, grip, traction and braking. They produce mid-priced tires in their various categories, and their treadwear tends to be higher than average across all brands. For everyday driving, Kumho tires are a good match if you aren’t a driver that is hard on their vehicles.    

Where are Kumho tires made?

Kumho is a South Korean company with world headquarters in Gwangju, South Korea. According to the NHTSA database, Kumho tires are made in China, South Korea, and Vietnam.

Who sells Kumho tires? Where can I buy Kumho tires online?

You can find an authorized Kumho tire dealership near you, or you can shop for Kumho tires online with Tire Agent. Shipping from Tire Agent to your home or tire installer is free and fast. If you do not have a tire installer for your Kumhos, let us know during the checkout process, and we will recommend a Kumho installer near you.  

Where can I find Kumho tire prices?

Prices for all in-stock tires are listed on individual product pages. Shop for tires with Tire Agent from this page, by selecting the type of tire and navigating to the exact model to fit your vehicle. There you’ll see the price per tire, and also price per month if you choose a payment plan. Check our deals page for the best prices on tires, rebates, coupons and discounts.

Does the price include installation of Kumho tires?

As an online tire store, Tire Agent does not install tires. We sell tires online and ship them to our customers, either directly or to their local auto repair shop. Simply enter the ship-to address during the checkout process, and we will ship tires where you tell us, and your name will be included in the invoice. 

How does the Kumho replacement tire warranty work?

Make sure you understand how tire warranties work. Warranties for Kumho replacement tires vary by brand and tread type. Kumho’s tire warranties range from 40,000 to 75,000 miles depending on the model, which you can view on the Kumho warranty page. They offer additional road hazard protection for some models in the Ecsta, Solus, Crugen, and Road Venture lines.