Kumho Solus TA51a 215/55R17

Kumho Solus TA51a 215/55R17 94V Grand Touring All-Season Tire 2285492

🌀️ All SeasonπŸ“ 215/55R17πŸš— Passenger Car

πŸ’‘ Is the Kumho Solus TA51a 215/55R17 a Good Tire?

Yes β€” the Kumho 215/55R17 is a Good-rated all-season grand touring tire (104 surveys) suited for family sedans and compact crossovers. Decent comfort and handling balance for daily driving, though limited survey data raises questions about long-term reliability.

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About This Tire

The Kumho Solus TA51a 215/55R17 is an all-season tire, designed for drivers of compact cars, passenger sedans, crossovers and SUVs who prioritize ride comfort and quiet operation in everyday driving. Its asymmetric tread design and high-grip silica compound focus on balanced wet and dry traction with advanced noise reduction technology.

The tire features quad circumferential grooves for water evacuation and hydroplaning resistance, combined with high-density 3D sipes that enhance both wet handling and light snow traction. Noise-canceling ribs integrated into the tire's grooves help dissipate road sounds, while 3D chamfered tread block edges maximize contact patch through natural deformation under load. Driver feedback points to strong dry performance and excellent comfort levels, with good wet weather capability and solid treadwear characteristics in daily use.

Compared to performance-oriented tires, it emphasizes comfort, stability, and long-term usability. Overall, it's a solid choice for sedans and crossovers used primarily for daily commuting and highway driving in varied weather conditions.

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These tires share the same size (215/55R17) and are sorted by expert rating for easier comparison.

TireRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Kumho Solus TA51a 215/55R17
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
⭐ Good (104 reviews)Daily highway commuting in varied weather🌀️ All Season
πŸ”οΈ All-terrain capability
⭐ Excellent (731 reviews)Crossover and SUV daily driving with occasional trail use🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
⭐ Excellent (593 reviews)Daily highway commuting with comfort priority🌀️ All Season
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
⭐ Excellent (597 reviews)Daily winter commuting in snow and ice❄️ Winter
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
⭐ Excellent (438 reviews)Winter commuting in snow and ice conditions❄️ Winter
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Kumho Solus TA51a 215/55R17
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Rating
⭐ Good (104 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily highway commuting in varied weather
Season
🌀️ All Season
Falken WildPeak A/T Trail 215/55R17
πŸ”οΈ All-terrain capability
Rating
⭐ Excellent (731 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Crossover and SUV daily driving with occasional trail use
Season
🌀️ All Season
Goodyear Assurance ComfortDrive 215/55R17
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Rating
⭐ Excellent (593 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily highway commuting with comfort priority
Season
🌀️ All Season
Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 215/55R17
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
Rating
⭐ Excellent (597 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily winter commuting in snow and ice
Season
❄️ Winter
Michelin X-Ice Snow 215/55R17
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
Rating
⭐ Excellent (438 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Winter commuting in snow and ice conditions
Season
❄️ Winter

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Key Features

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Noise Reduction
Noise-canceling ribs integrated into tire grooves actively dissipate road sounds for a quieter ride.
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Wet Traction
Quad circumferential grooves and high-density 3D sipes work together to evacuate water and maintain grip in wet conditions.
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Silica Compound
High-grip silica compound enhances traction performance across temperature ranges while supporting fuel efficiency.
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Contact Optimization
3D chamfered tread block edges use natural tire deformation to maximize the contact patch under load.
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Light Snow
High 3D sipe density provides enhanced traction in light snow conditions beyond typical all-season capability.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Daily highway commuting in varied weatherβœ“ Sedan and crossover owners prioritizing comfortβœ“ Drivers seeking quiet operation with reliable tractionβœ“ Year-round driving including light winter conditions
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Specifications

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Size
215/55R17
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Load Index
94
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Speed Rating
V
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TirePath Editorial Review

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"Stands out for impressively quiet operation and reliable all-weather traction, making it ideal for daily commuters who prioritize comfort. Tread life may be shorter than some competitors in this price range."

By TirePath Editorial TeamFeb 17, 2026
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TireRack Ratings

Overall Rating⭐ Good
Survey Ratings104 reviews
CategoryGrand Touring All-Season

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