Kumho Crugen HT51 235/70R16
Kumho Crugen HT51 235/70R16 106T Highway All-Season Tire 2181673
💡 Is the Kumho Crugen HT51 235/70R16 a Good Tire?
The Kumho Crugen HT51 235/70R16 is an all-season highway tire designed for mid-size SUVs and crossovers. It delivers balanced dry and wet traction with comfortable highway cruising thanks to its optimized tread pattern and silica-enhanced compound. Ride comfort is above average with low road noise, while tread life is solid for its category making it well-suited for daily commuting. Rated Excellent by TireRack based on 795 consumer surveys, it offers good value for highway-focused driving but is not winter-rated for severe snow conditions. Currently priced from $163.71, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Kumho Crugen HT51 235/70R16 is an all-season highway tire, designed for light-duty pickup, van, crossover and SUV drivers who prioritize durability and all-weather capability in everyday driving. Its asymmetric tread design and specialized compound focus on maximizing treadlife while delivering reliable traction across diverse weather conditions, including light snow.
The tire features a five-rib tread pattern with a stiff center block design for straight-line stability and enhanced dry traction. Four wide circumferential zigzag grooves create a vortex effect to improve water evacuation and hydroplaning resistance, while 3D zigzag sipes provide biting edges for light snow performance. The tire meets severe snow service requirements and carries the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol. Driver feedback points to strong dry performance and excellent longevity, with good wet traction and comfortable ride quality in daily use.
Compared to performance-oriented tires, it emphasizes comfort, stability, and long-term usability with genuine all-weather capability. Overall, it's a solid choice for SUVs and light trucks used primarily for highway driving and daily transportation in varied weather conditions.
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| Tire | Price | Rating | Best For | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
★Kumho Crugen HT51 235/70R16 🛣️ Highway all-season | $163.71 | ⭐ Excellent (795 reviews) | Highway commuting and long-distance travel | 🌤️ All Season |
🛣️ Comfort-focused touring | $121.74 | ⭐ Excellent (40 reviews) | Daily highway commuting and city driving | 🌤️ All Season |
❄️ Dedicated winter tire | $124.27 | ⭐ Excellent (397 reviews) | Winter driving in snow and ice conditions | ❄️ Winter |
🛣️ Highway all-season | $133.11 | ⭐ Good (258 reviews) | Daily highway commuting and suburban driving | 🌤️ All Season |
🏔️ All-terrain capability | $145.11 | ⭐ Good (108 reviews) | Mixed on-road and light off-road driving | 🌤️ All Season |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"Built for SUV and light truck drivers seeking maximum treadlife and reliable highway performance. The T speed rating limits high-speed capability compared to sportier alternatives."
