Kumho vs Toyo - Tyre Comparison
VS
Score
1-5
Quick Verdict
Toyo wins this comparison with better scores in 5 out of 7 categories. Toyo excels in durability, wet grip, dry grip. However, Kumho is better for value for money.
Company Snapshot
Kumho
Est. 1960
Headquarters
Seoul, South Korea
Global Rank
#13
Employees
10,000+
Price Range
Budget
Toyo
Est. 1945
Headquarters
Itami, Hyogo, Japan
Global Rank
#10
Employees
12,000+
Price Range
Mid-Range
Detailed Comparison
Durability
Toyo winsKumho82
87Toyo
Wet Grip
Toyo winsKumho83
86Toyo
Dry Grip
Toyo winsKumho82
89Toyo
Comfort
Toyo winsKumho81
84Toyo
Noise Level
Toyo winsKumho79
82Toyo
Fuel Efficiency
Kumho84
84Toyo
Value for Money
Kumho winsKumho93
89Toyo
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
Toyo
Pros
- Excellent value for performance
- Strong motorsport heritage
- Great off-road lineup
- Good tread life
- Popular with enthusiasts
Cons
- Less refined than premium brands
- Can be noisier on highway
- Limited availability in some sizes
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 Toyo if...
- You prioritize enthusiast drivers
- You prioritize off-road trucks
- You prioritize performance on a budget
- You prioritize all-terrain use
- You prioritize japanese vehicle owners
Price Range: $$ (Mid-Range)