They are a nice all-season tire, and they are quiet and comfortale, but I wouldn't call them a winter tire. They do not work well on icy road conditions.
The Kumho I'Zen KW31 is a winter tire that's designed for use on passenger vehicles and offers drivers superior snow traction, braking performance, and improved vehicle handling
Features & Benefits
Winter tread; should not be used when temperatures are consistently above 45 degrees Fahrenheit
Black sidewall
Three Peak Mountain Snowflake certified for use in moderate to severe winter weather conditions
Snow/ice destroying snow buster with strong shoulder design that deliver solid traction on slippery roads
Winter tires give you confidence on slippery roads because they are specifically designed for use in cold weather conditions, including snow and ice. Kumho I'Zen KW31 is a solid winter tire with a directional tread pattern, angled grooves, and open shoulders that help deliver solid handling performance, and reduced hydroplaning. The I'zen KW31's large shoulders and additional sipes improve grip, acceleration, and braking performance on icy and snowy roads.
Yes, the Kumho I'Zen KW31 is a good choice for drivers of coupes, sedans, and CUVs who need better traction and handling performance in ice, slush, snow, lower temperatures, and other winter weather conditions.
Kumho I'Zen KW31 tires are made by the Kumo Tire company, which is a subsidiary of the Kumho Asiana Groups.
I'Zen KW31 tires could be made at one of Kumho's factories in the United States, South Korea, or Vietnam.
No, the Kumho I'Zen KW31 tire cannot be used year-round. The I'Zen KW31 is a winter tire and utilizes a flexible rubber compound that will quickly wear when used in temperatures that are consistently above 45 degrees Fahrenheit.
No, Kumho I'Zen KW31 tires are not very noisy. The optimized tread pattern of the I'Zen KW31 reduces road noises and vibrations to create a quiet, comfortable ride for drivers and passengers.
No, Kumho I'Zen KW31 tires cannot be pinned with studs.
Yes, Kumho I'Zen KW31 tires are directional. The directional tread pattern of the I'Zen KW31 funnels water and slush out of the tire to reduce the risk of hydroplaning on wet roads, and the tire can only be rotated from back to front or front to back.
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