With much anticipation, Kumho Tires released its new all-season Solus TA71 a few months ago. From coupes and sedans to small crossovers and minivans, the Kumho Solus TA71 is designed to handle all types of weather as well as provide balanced handling and a quiet, smooth ride.
Using a nano-silica compound in the tread, the Solus TA71 features greater durability, better traction in cold weather and a longer tread life. In addition to the nano-silica compound, this tire's asymmetrical tread pattern offers year-round precision steering response and on-center handling.
For efficient and fast water channeling, the TA71 has four large grooves, reducing the chance of hydroplaning. The tire's snow sipes are also perfectly angled for outstanding grip on ice and snow-covered surfaces.
Within the TA71's carcass, there are twin spiral-wrapped nylon steel belts for increased tread structure strength, allowing for more stability while driving at high speeds. In terms of comfort, vibration isolation and an overall quiet ride, Kumho added jointless bead bundles to the tire.
Each TA71 tire comes with a tread warranty of 60,000 miles. Currently, there are 38 sizes of TA71 tires, ranging in size from 15 inches to 19 inches in either a V-speed or W-speed rating.
Pros and Cons
The Kumho Solus TA71 offers drivers:
- A smooth and quiet driving experience.
- Excellent tread life.
- Reliable dry and wet traction.
- Steady and precise cornering.
However, one drawback to this tire is its performance on ice-covered surfaces, but this is to be expected from all season tires such as this. If you are driving in snow / ice all winter, we certainly recommend a dedicated winter tire.
Pricing
The Solus TA71 starts at a price of $76 per tire. Sometimes, retailers and the manufacturer offer coupons, discounts, rebates and special offers.
Warranty Information
Kumho guarantees the TA71's tire uniformity for the first year or 2/32 inch of tread depth. The manufacturer also gives a tread warranty of 60,000 miles or six years.
The tire's workmanship and materials are under warranty for six years. The warranty includes a tire replacement for the first year or 2/32 inch of tread depth wear at no cost. Kumho will prorate the amount they give during the rest of the time period or until the tire reaches its last 2/32 inch of tread depth. In addition, a road hazard warranty is offered for the first year or 2/32 inch of tread depth wear.
Using a nano-silica compound in the tread, the Solus TA71 features greater durability, better traction in cold weather and a longer tread life. In addition to the nano-silica compound, this tire's asymmetrical tread pattern offers year-round precision steering response and on-center handling.
For efficient and fast water channeling, the TA71 has four large grooves, reducing the chance of hydroplaning. The tire's snow sipes are also perfectly angled for outstanding grip on ice and snow-covered surfaces.
Within the TA71's carcass, there are twin spiral-wrapped nylon steel belts for increased tread structure strength, allowing for more stability while driving at high speeds. In terms of comfort, vibration isolation and an overall quiet ride, Kumho added jointless bead bundles to the tire.
Each TA71 tire comes with a tread warranty of 60,000 miles. Currently, there are 38 sizes of TA71 tires, ranging in size from 15 inches to 19 inches in either a V-speed or W-speed rating.
Pros and Cons
The Kumho Solus TA71 offers drivers:
- A smooth and quiet driving experience.
- Excellent tread life.
- Reliable dry and wet traction.
- Steady and precise cornering.
However, one drawback to this tire is its performance on ice-covered surfaces, but this is to be expected from all season tires such as this. If you are driving in snow / ice all winter, we certainly recommend a dedicated winter tire.
Pricing
The Solus TA71 starts at a price of $76 per tire. Sometimes, retailers and the manufacturer offer coupons, discounts, rebates and special offers.
Warranty Information
Kumho guarantees the TA71's tire uniformity for the first year or 2/32 inch of tread depth. The manufacturer also gives a tread warranty of 60,000 miles or six years.
The tire's workmanship and materials are under warranty for six years. The warranty includes a tire replacement for the first year or 2/32 inch of tread depth wear at no cost. Kumho will prorate the amount they give during the rest of the time period or until the tire reaches its last 2/32 inch of tread depth. In addition, a road hazard warranty is offered for the first year or 2/32 inch of tread depth wear.
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Tire Sizes 15″ 195/60R15 88V BSW 195/65R15 91V BSW 205/65R15 94V BSW 16″ 205/55R16 91V BSW 215/55R16 97V XL BSW 225/55R16 95V BSW 205/60R16 96V XL BSW 215/60R16 95V BSW 225/60R16 98V BSW 205/65R16 95V BSW 17″ 245/40R17 91W BSW 255/40R17 94W BSW 225/45R17 91W BSW 235/45R17 97W XL BSW 245/45R17 99W XL BSW 205/50R17 93V XL BSW 215/50R17 95V XL BSW 225/50R17 98W XL BSW 235/50R17 96V BSW 245/50R17 99V BSW 215/55R17 94V BSW 225/55R17 101V XL BSW 235/55R17 103W XL BSW |
18″ 225/40R18 92V XL BSW 235/40R18 95W XL BSW 245/40R18 97W XL BSW 225/45R18 95W XL BSW 235/45R18 98V XL BSW 245/45R18 100W XL BSW 255/45R18 99W BSW 225/50R18 95W BSW 235/50R18 97W BSW 245/50R18 104V XL BSW 235/55R18 100V BSW 225/60R18 100V BSW 19″ 245/40R19 98W XL BSW 255/40R19 100W XL BSW 245/45R19 102W XL BSW |
Conclusion
As far as its competition goes, the Kumho Solus TA71 is designed to compare to tires such as Bridgestone's Turanza Serenity Plus, Michelin's Premier A/S and Pirelli's Cinturato P7. With the three competitors' bar-none reputation in their tire class, the Solus TA71 must deliver a solid performance in the way it handles and responds. In general, the TA71 meets drivers' expectations in almost anything you can throw at it.
Many drivers give positive reviews about the Solus TA71. It seems that Kumho's claims of the TA71's ability to handle during dry and wet road conditions are spot-on. The tire's steering response and corner grip are also excellent on dry and wet pavement. Drivers can feel confident when the roads are wet or covered in snow thanks to the snow sipes on the TA71. However, icy conditions prove slightly problematic, but this is not singular to the Solus TA71 as all-season tires typically have this issue.
Comfort and grip are huge considerations for drivers when they are shopping for new tires, and the smooth and quiet ride this tire provides does not disappoint. In comparison to standard tires' comfort versus grip, the Solus TA71 gives drivers the quiet ride they want and the strong grip they need. Also, the tire offers an excellent value for the price, costing less than other like models.
For an affordable tire that performs in most weather conditions while still giving a smooth ride, the Kumho Solus TA71 is a an all around great choice.
As far as its competition goes, the Kumho Solus TA71 is designed to compare to tires such as Bridgestone's Turanza Serenity Plus, Michelin's Premier A/S and Pirelli's Cinturato P7. With the three competitors' bar-none reputation in their tire class, the Solus TA71 must deliver a solid performance in the way it handles and responds. In general, the TA71 meets drivers' expectations in almost anything you can throw at it.
Many drivers give positive reviews about the Solus TA71. It seems that Kumho's claims of the TA71's ability to handle during dry and wet road conditions are spot-on. The tire's steering response and corner grip are also excellent on dry and wet pavement. Drivers can feel confident when the roads are wet or covered in snow thanks to the snow sipes on the TA71. However, icy conditions prove slightly problematic, but this is not singular to the Solus TA71 as all-season tires typically have this issue.
Comfort and grip are huge considerations for drivers when they are shopping for new tires, and the smooth and quiet ride this tire provides does not disappoint. In comparison to standard tires' comfort versus grip, the Solus TA71 gives drivers the quiet ride they want and the strong grip they need. Also, the tire offers an excellent value for the price, costing less than other like models.
For an affordable tire that performs in most weather conditions while still giving a smooth ride, the Kumho Solus TA71 is a an all around great choice.
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