Kumho Crugen HT51 265/65R17

Kumho Crugen HT51 265/65R17 112T Highway All-Season Tire 2181913

🌀️ All SeasonπŸ“ 265/65R17πŸš— SUV/Light Truck

πŸ’‘ Is the Kumho Crugen HT51 265/65R17 a Good Tire?

Yes β€” the Kumho 265/65R17 is an Excellent-rated all-season highway tire (796 surveys) suited for full-size SUVs and light trucks. Strong highway comfort and ride quality, though winter traction lags behind dedicated snow tires.

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About This Tire

The Kumho Crugen HT51 265/65R17 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 in both dry conditions and light snow.

The tire features a five-rib tread pattern with a stiff center block design for straight-line stability, complemented by four wide circumferential zigzag grooves that create a vortex effect for water evacuation. 3D zigzag sipes provide additional biting edges for light snow traction, and the tire meets severe snow service requirements with the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol. Driver feedback points to excellent dry performance and treadwear, with good wet handling and comfort levels 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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TireRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Kumho Crugen HT51 265/65R17
πŸ›£οΈ Highway all-season
⭐ Excellent (796 reviews)Daily highway commuting in varied weather🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Highway all-season
⭐ Excellent (65 reviews)Daily highway commuting in SUVs and pickup trucks🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Highway all-season
⭐ Excellent (105 reviews)Daily highway commuting in light trucks and SUVs🌀️ All Season
πŸ”οΈ All-terrain capability
⭐ Good (224 reviews)Commercial vehicles and work trucks requiring heavy-duty performance🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Highway all-season
⭐ Good (213 reviews)Daily highway commuting in SUVs and crossovers🌀️ All Season
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Kumho Crugen HT51 265/65R17
πŸ›£οΈ Highway all-season
Rating
⭐ Excellent (796 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily highway commuting in varied weather
Season
🌀️ All Season
Bridgestone Dueler LX 265/65R17
πŸ›£οΈ Highway all-season
Rating
⭐ Excellent (65 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily highway commuting in SUVs and pickup trucks
Season
🌀️ All Season
Goodyear Wrangler Workhorse HT 265/65R17
πŸ›£οΈ Highway all-season
Rating
⭐ Excellent (105 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily highway commuting in light trucks and SUVs
Season
🌀️ All Season
Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac 265/65R17
πŸ”οΈ All-terrain capability
Rating
⭐ Good (224 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Commercial vehicles and work trucks requiring heavy-duty performance
Season
🌀️ All Season
Michelin Primacy LTX 265/65R17
πŸ›£οΈ Highway all-season
Rating
⭐ Good (213 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily highway commuting in SUVs and crossovers
Season
🌀️ All Season

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Key Features

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3PMSF Certified
Meets severe snow service requirements with the three-peak mountain snowflake symbol for reliable light snow traction.
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Asymmetric Tread
Five-rib design with optimized geometric block layout maximizes tread life and provides stable straight-line performance.
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Hydroplaning Resistance
Four wide circumferential zigzag grooves create a vortex effect to enhance water flow-through and reduce hydroplaning risk.
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3D Sipes
Zigzag sipes provide additional biting edges for improved traction on slippery surfaces and light snow conditions.
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Long Treadwear
All-season compound and optimized tread design focus on maximizing tire life for extended use.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Daily highway commuting in varied weatherβœ“ SUV and crossover year-round drivingβœ“ Light truck owners needing reliable all-season performanceβœ“ Drivers seeking long tread life with light snow capability
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Specifications

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Size
265/65R17
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Load Index
112
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Speed Rating
T
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TirePath Editorial Review

4.7
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"Reliable and consistent, this highway tire delivers excellent tread life and solid all-season grip for SUV and crossover daily driving. The T speed rating limits performance for more spirited driving scenarios."

By TirePath Editorial TeamFeb 17, 2026
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TireRack Ratings

Overall Rating⭐ Excellent
Survey Ratings796 reviews
CategoryHighway All-Season

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Kumho Crugen HT51 265/65R17 112T Highway All-Season Tire 2181913
Size265/65R17
Season🌀️ All Season
VehicleSUV/Light Truck