Kumho vs JK Tyre - Tyre Comparison
VS
Score
3-1
Quick Verdict
Kumho wins this comparison with better scores in 3 out of 7 categories. Kumho excels in wet grip, noise level, value for money. However, JK Tyre is better for durability.
Company Snapshot
Kumho
Est. 1960
Headquarters
Seoul, South Korea
Global Rank
#13
Employees
10,000+
Price Range
Budget
JK Tyre
Est. 1977
Headquarters
New Delhi, India
Global Rank
#21
Employees
10,000+
Price Range
Budget
Detailed Comparison
Durability
JK Tyre winsKumho82
85JK Tyre
Wet Grip
Kumho winsKumho83
82JK Tyre
Dry Grip
Kumho82
82JK Tyre
Comfort
Kumho81
81JK Tyre
Noise Level
Kumho winsKumho79
78JK Tyre
Fuel Efficiency
Kumho84
84JK Tyre
Value for Money
Kumho winsKumho93
92JK Tyre
Pros & Cons
Kumho
Pros
- Excellent price point
- OEM supplier to major brands
- Good fuel efficiency
- Improving quality
- Strong warranty
Cons
- Not class-leading performance
- Brand perception challenges
- Limited premium options
- Shorter tread life than some
JK Tyre
Pros
- Pioneered radial technology in India
- Excellent commercial vehicle tyres
- Very competitive pricing
- Strong motorsport heritage (JK Racing)
- Pan-India dealer network
- Good rural road performance
Cons
- Premium passenger segment limited
- Brand perception vs MRF/Apollo
- Noise on highway driving
- Limited international market
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Kumho if...
- You prioritize budget buyers
- You prioritize daily commuters
- You prioritize oem replacement
- You prioritize value priority
- You prioritize korean vehicle owners
Price Range: $ (Budget)
Choose JK Tyre if...
- You prioritize commercial vehicles
- You prioritize trucks and buses
- You prioritize budget buyers
- You prioritize rural india driving
- You prioritize two-wheelers
Price Range: $ (Budget)