Which is better for wet weather?

Both claim wet-focused tread designs, and neither has an independent wet-braking test here. The Kumho's tread is explicitly optimized for wet traction; the Sumitomo claims enhanced wet grip. Treat them as close.

Is the Kumho worth saving $6 over the Sumitomo?

Yes, if comfort and price lead your list. The Kumho is $79.99 at eBay versus $85.99 for the Sumitomo as of November 4, 2026, and it carries a higher 105 load index.

Neither listing gives a treadwear warranty or UTQG rating, so there is no figure to compare. Ask the store for the UTQG treadwear number before buying either.

Which is quieter on the highway?

The Sumitomo explicitly claims reduced road noise. The Kumho emphasizes comfort and a rounded shoulder, which can also quiet the ride, but noise is not its stated claim.

Do both fit the same car?

Both are 235/65R18 with an H speed rating, so they fit the same wheels. The Kumho's 105 load index carries more weight than the Sumitomo's 100.

Which saves more fuel?

The Sumitomo claims low rolling resistance; the Kumho makes no such claim. Any real-world gain is small, so weigh it against the Kumho's lower price.

Sumitomo HTR Enhance LX2 All-Season Tire 235/65R18 vs Kumho Solus TA11 235/65R18

Both are budget all-season tires in 235/65R18, and the Kumho Solus TA11 is $6 cheaper at $79.99 at eBay as of November 4, 2026, versus $85.99 for the Sumitomo HTR Enhance LX2 at eBay. The Sumitomo leans toward low rolling resistance and reduced road noise, while the Kumho leans toward comfort and wet traction. Buy the Kumho for the lower price and softer ride; buy the Sumitomo if fuel savings and quiet highway cruising matter more to you.

Today the Sumitomo HTR Enhance LX2 All-Season Tire 235/65R18 costs $4.07 less at its best price.

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