Kumho Crugen HT51 235/85R16
Kumho Crugen HT51 235/85R16 E 120/116R Highway All-Season Tire 2182153
💡 Is the Kumho Crugen HT51 235/85R16 a Good Tire?
The Kumho Crugen HT51 235/85R16 is an all-season highway tire designed for full-size SUVs and light trucks. It delivers balanced dry and wet traction with stable highway performance thanks to its optimized tread pattern and silica-enhanced compound. Ride comfort is good with controlled road noise, while tread life is competitive for its category. Rated Excellent by TireRack based on 795 consumer surveys, it provides reliable year-round performance but is not suited for serious off-road conditions or severe winter weather. Currently priced from $214, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Kumho Crugen HT51 235/85R16 is an all-season highway tire designed for light-duty pickup, van, crossover and SUV drivers who prioritize durability and year-round capability in everyday driving. Its asymmetric tread design and all-season compound focus on maximizing tread life while delivering reliable traction across multiple weather conditions, including light snow.
The tire features a five-rib tread design with a stiff center block construction for straight-line stability, four wide circumferential zigzag grooves that create enhanced water flow-through for hydroplaning resistance, and 3D zigzag sipes for snow traction. The Crugen HT51 meets severe snow service requirements and carries the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol alongside its all-season performance. Driver feedback points to strong dry performance and excellent longevity, with good wet weather handling and comfortable ride quality in daily use.
Compared to performance-oriented tires, it emphasizes comfort, stability, and long-term usability. Overall, it's a solid choice for SUVs and light trucks used primarily for highway driving and daily commuting in varied weather conditions.
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| Tire | Price | Rating | Best For | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
★Kumho Crugen HT51 235/85R16 🛣️ Highway all-season | $214 | ⭐ Excellent (795 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in varied weather | 🌤️ All Season |
🛣️ Highway all-season | $145.7 | ⭐ N/A (2 reviews) | Full-size SUV daily commuting | 🌤️ All Season |
🏔️ All-terrain capability | $177.19 | ⭐ N/A (51 reviews) | Daily commuting with occasional trail access | 🌤️ All Season |
🛣️ Highway all-season | $204.99 | ⭐ Good (22 reviews) | Heavy-duty pickup trucks and work vehicles | 🌤️ All Season |
🏔️ All-terrain capability | $210 | ⭐ N/A (35 reviews) | Mixed on-road and off-road driving | 🌤️ All Season |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"Built for highway commuters who need reliable all-season performance on SUVs and pickups, delivering excellent longevity and year-round traction. Winter grip is adequate but not exceptional in heavy snow conditions."
