The Kumho Crugen HT51 tires generally receive positive feedback for their performance, value, and versatility across various driving conditions.
The Kumho Crugen HT51 tires are generally well-regarded for their performance across various conditions, especially considering their affordable price point. They offer a good balance of comfort, traction, and durability for many drivers. While they may not match the performance of premium brands in all aspects, they are considered an excellent value option for those seeking reliable all-season tires.
Positive highlights
Excellent traction in wet conditions and light snow. Smooth, quiet ride on highways and city streets. Good handling and cornering ability. Impressive tread life and durability. Great value for the price compared to more expensive brands. Comfortable ride quality. Improved fuel efficiency for some users.
Negative highlights
Occasional complaints about reduced performance in heavy snow or ice. Some users experienced faster wear than expected.
Scorecard
Dry
4.9
Wet
4.7
Winter
4.6
Comfort
4.8
Noise
4.7
Treadwear
4.8
156 SimpleTire reviews
Eric
5
Kia Sorento 2013 LX
Verified Customer
Jan 29, 2025
the tires have bn excellent in every way
thank u for the great tires n the great service your company provides..
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
5
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
5
michael
4
Toyota Sienna 2011 LE V6 (FWD)
Verified Customer
Jan 21, 2025
so far so good
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
4
Wet
4
Winter
4
Comfort
4
Noise
4
Treadwear
4
michael
4
Toyota Sienna 2011 LE V6 (FWD)
Verified Customer
Jan 14, 2025
so far so good
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
4
Wet
4
Winter
4
Comfort
4
Noise
4
Treadwear
4
Ed
4.5
RAM 1500 2014 Express
Verified Customer
Nov 15, 2024
no regrets
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
4
Winter
4
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Diana
4.5
Chevrolet Captiva Sport 2012 LTZ
Verified Customer
Oct 31, 2024
First good tires I've had in a long time!
Definitely will buy them again next time!
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
4
Wet
4
Winter
4
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
5
Diana
4.5
Chevrolet Captiva Sport 2012 LTZ
Verified Customer
Oct 31, 2024
First good tires I've had in a long time!
Definitely will buy them again next time!
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
4
Wet
4
Winter
4
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
5
Carl
5
GMC Sierra 1500 2018 SLT
Verified Customer
Oct 30, 2024
Excellent
Excellent product'
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
5
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
5
Robert
4.5
Toyota Tacoma 2013 Pre Runner 4x2 Double Cab
Verified Customer
Oct 30, 2024
Good so far
I have run two sets of Firestone Destination LE 2 before going with the Kumho Crugen HT51. What I notice is the Crugen has a bit better ride over minor and bigger bumps on the road. The Crugen does feel slightly vague with minor steering inputs but tracks straight on the road. It's not an overly annoying adjustment and I've gotten used to it. The Destination LE2 always had a very linear feel with all steering input which I liked. The Crugen does seem to corner nicely once you make the bigger input it takes for making a turn. The Crugen has been better so far than the Destination LE2 in terms of not breaking loose with hard acceleration in the wet. I also notice a different, higher pitched tone to the Crugen but it fades into the background quickly. I can't speak yet to winter traction. This tire is overall very good so far. Seems to strike a nice balance. As did the Destination LE2. These aren't Continental or Michelin but seem to be a very nice tire. Hopefully they wear as well as advertised, too.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
4
Comfort
4
Noise
4
TomD
4
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2015 Overland
Verified Customer
Aug 20, 2024
Terrible Tire Treadlife
Have a Jeep Trailhawk and the OE Firestone AT's lasted 5K beyond the expected tread life. Replaced with Crugen HT51's and I have to replace with less than 25K of mileage use due to tread wear. Same vehicle, same routine maintenance, just criminal hype from Kumho about the 65K quoted tread life.
Very disappointing because all other aspects of the tire were superior to the Firestone AT's. Actual experience matters and the Kumho HT51's rank at the bottom of my 50 years of tire purchasing.
Don't recommend.
Would you buy again?No
Miles driven on tires20k - 29k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
4
Winter
4
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
1
Navien
4
Toyota Highlander 2006 BASE
Verified Customer
Mar 22, 2024
The best tires I had so far.
These tires are an amazing set, the best I've had in a while. It has been 2 years and 5 months, still holding up. Soon I'll have to change them, the tread is running low, cause I'm doing a lot of delivery gigs with my personal car, it has been over 85000 miles. Great job Kumho Tires???'??
The Kumho Crugen HT51 is an all-weather tire that’s designed for use on SUVs and light trucks, and offers drivers a long tread life, strong traction, improved handling, and up to 70,000 mile limited manufacturer tread life warranty.
Features & Benefits
All-weather tread
Black sidewall
70,000 mile limited manufacturer tread life warranty for P-metric sizes, and 45,000 mile limited manufacturer tread life warranty for LT-metric sizes.
Three Peak Mountain Snowflake certified for use in moderate to severe winter weather conditions
Zig-zag groove design improves wet road performance by quickly forcing water out of the tread
SUVs and light trucks now account for a significantly larger percentage of vehicles on the road, and drivers might be looking for tires that can offer year-round performance while also supporting heavier loads. All-weather tires are built with these drivers in mind, and the Kumho Crugen HT51 offers reinforced stability, traction, and handling throughout the year thanks to its stiff center block design. Additionally, the Crugen HT51 is Three Peak Mountain Snowflake certified, indicating that it has great snow grip and braking in moderate to severe winter weather conditions. An optimal block shape and four channel symmetric pattern increase tire life, and the a zig-zag groove design of the Crugen HT51 increases drainage performance to reduce the risk of hydroplaning. Ideal for use on light trucks and SUVs, the Crugen HT51 is a great choice for vehicles like the Chevrolet Colorado, Ford F-150, Honda Ridgeline, Nissan Titan, RAM 1500, Toyota Tacoma, and many more.
Yes, the Kumho Crugen HT51 is a great choice for drivers of CUVs, SUVs, and light trucks who want strong traction in dry, wet, and winter weather conditions plus improved stability, handling, and durability.
Kumho Crugen HT51 tires are backed by a 45,000 mile limited manufacturer tread life warranty for LT-metric sizes, and a 70,000 mile limited manufacturer tread life warranty for P-metric sizes. This means the Crugen HT51 is expected to last at least 45,000 or 70,000 miles, depending on the tire's size, assuming proper use, maintenance, and rotation are followed.
Yes, the Kumho Crugen HT51 is a light truck tire on select sizes. Other sizes of the Crugen HT51 are P-metric.
Kumho Crugen HT51 tires are made by the Kumo Tire company, which is a subsidiary of the Kumho Asiana Groups.
Crugen HT51 tires could be made at one of Kumho's factories in the United States, South Korea, or Vietnam.
No, Kumho Crugen HT51 tires are not noisy. The computer optimized tread blocks and grooves of the Crugen HT51 reduce road noises and vibrations to create a quiet, comfortable ride for drivers and passengers.
Yes, Kumho Crugen HT51 tires can be used in the snow thanks to their 3D siping that enhances grip, braking performance, and stability on snow covered roads. The Crugen HT51 is also Three Peak Mountain Snowflake certified for use in moderate to severe winter weather conditions.