Kumho vs Toyo - Tyre Comparison

Kumho logo

Kumho

Driving Tomorrow

4.0(4,123 reviews)
VS
Score
1-5
WINNER
Toyo logo

Toyo

Driven to Perform

4.3(5,432 reviews)

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 logo

Kumho

Est. 1960

Headquarters

Seoul, South Korea

Global Rank

#13

Employees

10,000+

Price Range

Budget

Toyo logo

Toyo

Est. 1945

Headquarters

Itami, Hyogo, Japan

Global Rank

#10

Employees

12,000+

Price Range

Mid-Range

Detailed Comparison

Durability

Toyo wins
Kumho82
87Toyo

Wet Grip

Toyo wins
Kumho83
86Toyo

Dry Grip

Toyo wins
Kumho82
89Toyo

Comfort

Toyo wins
Kumho81
84Toyo

Noise Level

Toyo wins
Kumho79
82Toyo

Fuel Efficiency

Kumho84
84Toyo

Value for Money

Kumho wins
Kumho93
89Toyo

Pros & Cons

Kumho logo

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 logo

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)