Toyo vs Kumho - Tyre Comparison
VS
Score
5-1
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
Toyo
Est. 1945
Headquarters
Itami, Hyogo, Japan
Global Rank
#10
Employees
12,000+
Price Range
Mid-Range
Kumho
Est. 1960
Headquarters
Seoul, South Korea
Global Rank
#13
Employees
10,000+
Price Range
Budget
Detailed Comparison
Durability
Toyo winsToyo87
82Kumho
Wet Grip
Toyo winsToyo86
83Kumho
Dry Grip
Toyo winsToyo89
82Kumho
Comfort
Toyo winsToyo84
81Kumho
Noise Level
Toyo winsToyo82
79Kumho
Fuel Efficiency
Toyo84
84Kumho
Value for Money
Kumho winsToyo89
93Kumho
Pros & Cons
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
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
Which Should You Choose?
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)
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)