Kumho Solus TA51a 225/55R18

Kumho Solus TA51a 225/55R18 98H Grand Touring All-Season Tire 2285643

🌀️ All SeasonπŸ’° $175.35πŸ“ 225/55R18πŸš— Passenger Car

πŸ’‘ Is the Kumho Solus TA51a 225/55R18 a Good Tire?

Yes β€” the Kumho 225/55R18 is a Good-rated all-season grand touring tire (104 surveys) suited for mid-size sedans and compact SUVs. Balanced comfort and handling for daily driving, though tread life may not match premium competitors. Currently priced from $175.35, it is available through major online tire retailers.

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About This Tire

The Kumho Solus TA51a 225/55R18 is a grand touring all-season tire designed for compact car, sedan, crossover and SUV drivers who prioritize ride comfort and quiet operation in everyday driving. Its tread design and compound focus on noise reduction, wet weather traction, and maintaining grip across varied conditions through advanced silica compounds and asymmetric patterning.

The tire features noise-canceling ribs integrated into the grooves to reduce road sounds, while 3-dimensional chamfered tread block edges maximize contact with the road surface. Quad circumferential grooves help channel water away to resist hydroplaning, and high-density 3D sipes enhance both wet handling and light snow traction. Driver feedback points to strong dry road performance and excellent comfort levels, with good wet weather capability and respectable treadwear characteristics.

Compared to performance-oriented tires, it emphasizes comfort, stability, and long-term usability. Overall, it's a solid choice for daily drivers of passenger vehicles used primarily for commuting and highway travel in mixed weather conditions.

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TirePriceRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Kumho Solus TA51a 225/55R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$175.35⭐ Good (104 reviews)Daily commuting and highway driving🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$122.94⭐ Good (301 reviews)Daily highway commuting in varied weather🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
$125.97⭐ N/A (43 reviews)Daily commuting in crossovers and SUVs🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$172.78⭐ Good (167 reviews)Daily highway commuting in varied weather🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$172.99⭐ Excellent (907 reviews)Daily highway commuting in mixed weather🌀️ All Season
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Kumho Solus TA51a 225/55R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$175.35
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (104 reviews)
Best For
Daily commuting and highway driving
Season
🌀️ All Season
Riken Raptor VR 225/55R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$122.94
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (301 reviews)
Best For
Daily highway commuting in varied weather
Season
🌀️ All Season
Advanta SVT-01 225/55R18
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
Price
$125.97
Rating
⭐ ⭐ N/A (43 reviews)
Best For
Daily commuting in crossovers and SUVs
Season
🌀️ All Season
Toyo Extensa A/S II 225/55R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$172.78
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (167 reviews)
Best For
Daily highway commuting in varied weather
Season
🌀️ All Season
General AltiMAX RT45 225/55R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$172.99
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Excellent (907 reviews)
Best For
Daily highway commuting in mixed weather
Season
🌀️ All Season

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Key Features

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Noise Reduction
Noise-canceling ribs built into the tire grooves actively dissipate road sounds for a quieter cabin experience.
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Wet Traction
Quad circumferential grooves and high-density 3D sipes work together to expel water and maintain grip in wet conditions.
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Asymmetric Design
Asymmetric tread pattern with high-grip silica compound maintains traction across different weather conditions.
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3D Block Edges
Three-dimensional chamfered tread block edges use natural tire deformation to maximize road contact.
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Light Snow Capability
High-density siping provides enhanced traction in light snow conditions for year-round usability.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Daily commuting and highway drivingβœ“ Drivers prioritizing cabin quietnessβœ“ Year-round use in moderate climatesβœ“ Crossovers and SUVs used primarily on pavement
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Specifications

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Size
225/55R18
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Load Index
98
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Speed Rating
H
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TirePath Editorial Review

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"We recommend this for daily drivers seeking a quiet, comfortable ride on highways and city streets. Wet traction performance falls short compared to premium competitors in this category."

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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