The Kumho Solus TA11 is a lightweight touring tire suitable for all weather conditions. The manufacturer has made high stakes, claiming the model’s ability to compete with the products of the leading manufacturers.
Tires are mainly used in the summer period of time (but there is an option for operation in a warm winter), mainly on passenger cars. A feature of Kumho Solus TA 11 rubber is that the model is used in any weather, has excellent durability and cross-country ability, despite the non-aggressive tread pattern.
According to experts, the tires have good dry handling and performance. Thanks to the large assortment, tires are already popular all over the world.
The company provides a 75,000-mile tread warranty. There are 44 different sizes available in the tire range, which are suitable for rim diameters 13-18.
Pros
- Good grip and handling on dry roads.
- Smooth and quiet driving.
- Longer tread life.
Cons
- Winter performance.
- Handling on wet roads could be better.
General opinion
The tread of the presented tire has a traditional summer look. The working surface is asymmetric and has directionality due to the transverse channels located on the ribs. This image contributes to traction capabilities and makes the movement much safer. The contact patch is enlarged, so the entire tread surface is in direct contact with the road surface. This improves traction, both lateral and straight.
Thanks to Escot technology, the wheel design has acquired the required level of comfort. Tires silently literally “swallow” irregularities on the road surface. A driver using this tire will certainly appreciate the low noise level, soft ride, and high handling.
Four longitudinal grooves ensure efficient use of the tire on wet or snowy roads. Rubber is cleared of water mass as quickly as possible, which contributes to safety and stability. Winter traction is provided by tiny sipes on the tread that bite into the surface. But still, you should not focus on this rubber in the wintertime. The tires are suitable for winter use only in the city.
The composition of the tire cocktail was developed by the leading experts of the Korean manufacturer. A double silicone compound was used, which gave increased resistance to low temperatures as well as low rolling resistance.
Among the main drawbacks is performance on wet roads, especially on problematic roads and at high speeds. Another problem is winter traction, which is inherent in a large number of all-season tires.
This is a good tire for those drivers who love good driving but don’t want to waste a lot of money on tires.
Prices for the Kumho Solus TA11 start at $ 52 and up.
Driver reviews
Tires have a little noise, but this is not critical, the noise level practically does not change on different surfaces. Copes well with pits. Holds the road perfectly, behaves well in a rut too. Drivers are mostly happy with this tire.
Tire Sizes
13″
175/70R13 82T BSW
185/70R13 86T BSW
155/80R13 79T BSW
14″
175/65R14 82T BSW
185/65R14 86T BSW
185/70R14 88T BSW
195/70R14 91T BSW
215/70R14 96T BSW
195/75R14 92T BSW
205/75R14 95T BSW
15″
185/60R15 84T BSW
195/60R15 88T BSW
205/60R15 91T BSW
215/60R15 94T BSW
185/65R15 88T BSW
195/65R15 91T BSW
205/65R15 94T BSW
215/65R15 96T BSW
205/70R15 96T BSW
215/70R15 98T BSW
225/70R15 100T BSW
235/70R15 103T BSW
205/75R15 97T BSW
215/75R15 100T BSW
225/75R15 102T BSW
235/75R15 105T BSW
16″
205/55R16 91T BSW
205/60R16 92T BSW
215/60R16 95T BSW
225/60R16 98T BSW
235/60R16 100T BSW
215/65R16 98T BSW
225/65R16 100T BSW
235/65R16 103T BSW
215/70R16 100T BSW
225/70R16 103T BSW
235/70R16 106T BSW
17″
215/60R17 96T BSW
225/60R17 99T BSW
235/60R17 102T BSW
215/65R17 99T BSW
225/65R17 102T BSW
235/65R17 104T BSW
18″
235/65R18 106T BSW