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Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 vs Kumho Crugen HP71 — Compared

Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews. Based on 1 + 0 road tests and 910 + 275 owner reviews. How we score

Dynapro HT RH12 is ahead, 66–52

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Hankook Dynapro HT RH12
Tire AHankook

Dynapro HT RH12

All-Season tire

Tests – · 1 test Owners 65 · 910 reviews

“I'm having these tires put on right now. I went with the dynapro HT in a 265/65/17”

Kumho Crugen HP71
Tire BKumho

Crugen HP71

Summer Ultra High Performance tires

Tests – · none yet Owners 41 · 275 reviews

“Tesla model y tire HP71 crugen on tirerack is offering $80 rebate per tire.”

Category by category

Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.

  1. 67

    Dry

    Dynapro HT RH12 +19
    48
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro HT RH12Crugen HP71
    Professional tests (TWG score)≈ 67 (est.)≈ 55 (est.)
    Reviews found online6737

    Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 67.5 (est.) + 40% × 67.1 = 67

    Crugen HP71: 60% × 55.2 (est.) + 40% × 36.6 = 48

    No road tests of dry for Dynapro HT RH12. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.40).

    No road tests of dry for Crugen HP71. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.40).

  2. 67

    Wet

    Dynapro HT RH12 +12
    55
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro HT RH12Crugen HP71
    Professional tests (TWG score)≈ 68 (est.)≈ 58 (est.)
    Reviews found online6649

    Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 67.6 (est.) + 40% × 65.9 = 67

    Crugen HP71: 60% × 58.2 (est.) + 40% × 49.1 = 55

    No road tests of wet for Dynapro HT RH12. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.56).

    No road tests of wet for Crugen HP71. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.56).

  3. 60

    Snow

    Dynapro HT RH12 +3
    57
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro HT RH12Crugen HP71
    Professional tests (TWG score)≈ 64 (est.)≈ 63 (est.)
    Reviews found online5348

    Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 64.2 (est.) + 40% × 52.8 = 60

    Crugen HP71: 60% × 62.5 (est.) + 40% × 47.6 = 57

    No road tests of snow for Dynapro HT RH12. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.33).

    No road tests of snow for Crugen HP71. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.33).

  4. 67

    Comfort

    Dynapro HT RH12 +13
    54
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro HT RH12Crugen HP71
    Professional tests (TWG score)≈ 69 (est.)≈ 64 (est.)
    Reviews found online6640

    Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 68.5 (est.) + 40% × 65.7 = 67

    Crugen HP71: 60% × 64 (est.) + 40% × 39.6 = 54

    No road tests of comfort for Dynapro HT RH12 or Crugen HP71. The test half is the tested tires’ average (69): owners’ comfort ratings barely follow the road tests.

  5. 70

    Noise

    Dynapro HT RH12 +12
    58
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro HT RH12Crugen HP71
    Professional tests (TWG score)≈ 67 (est.)≈ 67 (est.)
    Reviews found online7544

    Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 67.3 (est.) + 40% × 75.2 = 70

    Crugen HP71: 60% × 67.3 (est.) + 40% × 43.7 = 58

    No road tests of noise for Dynapro HT RH12 or Crugen HP71. The test half is the tested tires’ average (67): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests.

  6. 64

    Treadwear

    Dynapro HT RH12 +20
    44
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro HT RH12Crugen HP71
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / – tests64≈ 54 (est.)
    Reviews found online6429

    Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 63.9 + 40% × 64 = 64

    Crugen HP71: 60% × 54.4 (est.) + 40% × 29.1 = 44

    No road tests of treadwear for Crugen HP71. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.31).

  7. 65

    Handling (owners)

    Dynapro HT RH12 +10
    55
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro HT RH12Crugen HP71
    Reviews found online6555
Scores at a glance
Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 vs Kumho Crugen HP71: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryHankook Dynapro HT RH12Kumho Crugen HP71
Relative Score 66 52
Dry 67 48
Wet 67 55
Snow 60 57
Comfort 67 54
Noise 70 58
Treadwear 64 44
Handling (owners) 65 55

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Headline score

Dynapro HT RH12

Crugen HP71

The professional test results behind the scores

Per discipline: the average % of the best tire over every test both tires were in, and how many of those tests each one won. “Different tests” rows compare results from separate tests.

DisciplineCategoryDynapro HT RH12Crugen HP71ΔHead-to-head
Also published by the testers (not in the score)
Overall Ranking Overall #10/13 2022 Consumer Reports All Season Truck Tires #8/9 2021 Teknikens Värld Summer Tire Test R18 – Different tests

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Dynapro HT RH12

Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.

Tire B Crugen HP71

Pros

  • Affordable pricing compared to premium tier brands
  • Quiet and smooth ride quality when new
  • Confident wet-weather traction and performance in heavy rain

Cons

  • Significantly premature tread wear and short lifespan for many users
  • Developing loud road noise or howling as mileage increases
  • Balancing issues and vehicle vibrations
All owner themes in the Crugen HP71 review

What real owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score

Tire A

Hankook Dynapro HT RH12

Positive

Community discussions around the Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 highlight it primarily as a mid-tier, budget-conscious highway all-season option for trucks and SUVs. Drivers appreciate its quiet ride, stable tracking, and solid grip, though some note a slightly jumpy ride quality. Most mentions revolve around purchase pricing, sizing options, and comparisons to alternative all-terrain or highway tires.

f150forum.com

“Quote: Originally Posted by Bamaman This must be one of the most popular size of tires on the retail tire market. We're talking 100's to pick from. And unfortunately it's a very expensive tire size too. Yes I've noticed they are expensive! Although I realize I am not limited to just what is in stock at my nearest DiscTire, what they have now is interesting - not many in stock right now. They range from the $169 Trailfinder All Terrain, the $206.00 Cooper Discovers ATP II, the $209.00 Hankook Dynapro HT RH12, then a big jump up to the $277.00 Michelin Defender LTX M/S, and the YUGE $293.00 BFG A/T T/A KO2. I need a tire pretty much for road driving only. I do not often go out of town but for instance I've got a 9 hour trip later this month. It snows here in my area maybe..2 weeks / year, and nothing insane. So I don't really even need A/T tires in my opinion. The Hankook Dynapro seems to fit budget and looks like a good road tire. I can't tell which ones are Chinese but, sure, I'd love to avoid that too! Thanks for all the suggestions here.”

r/denverlist ·2025-12-09

“For Sale: 3X Used Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 Tire - 205/75R16C Description: 3 used Hankook Dynapro HT (RH12) highway all-season tire is available. This model is designed for vans, pickups, and sport utility vehicles, combining long treadwear, good ride comfort, and all-season traction. Brand: Hankook Model: Dynapro HT (RH12) Size: 205/75R16C Condition: Used/Part-worn. The tire has been previously used. Features: The tire features a high-grip silica compound for improved wet and dry traction and a reinforced under-tread to prevent internal damage from impacts. Price: $300 Location: South Denver, Metro area delivery for $50 Read more”

ridgelineownersclub.com ·2012-10-28

“I'm having these tires put on right now. I went with the dynapro HT in a 265/65/17”

Top themes
#pricing and affordability#quiet highway ride#wet and dry traction#tire comparisons#ride comfort and stability

Based on 8 community posts

Tire B

Kumho Crugen HP71

Mixed

Community sentiment for the Kumho Crugen HP71 (and its EV variant) is mixed, with owners praising its affordability, comfortable ride, and quiet performance on many vehicles. However, a significant number of drivers report disappointingly rapid tread wear—particularly on heavy electric vehicles—as well as occasional noise on coarse surfaces and internal acoustic foam detachment issues.

Top themes
#Rapid tread wear#Affordable price value#Cabin noise levels#Ride comfort#EV tire performance#Acoustic foam issues#OEM tire replacement

Based on 51 community posts

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 B · Kumho Crugen HP71
CategoryAll-Season tireSummer Ultra High Performance tires
Vehicle type—SUV and 4x4
Sizes available2463
Rim diameters15″ – 22″16″ – 22″
Tread depth14/32″9.9/32″
UTQG—640 A A
Treadwear warranty40,000 mi65,000 mi
SidewallBlackwallBlackwall
Max pressure54 psi51 psi
Sizes in common77

Which one should you actually buy?

Hankook Dynapro HT RH12

Kumho Crugen HP71

Winner: Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 — better treadwear, dry and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire A You want the longest tread life

Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 scores 64 vs 44 on treadwear.

Pick tire A You want the most grip on dry roads

Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 scores 67 vs 48 on dry.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 scores 67 vs 54 on comfort.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 scores 67 vs 55 on wet.

Tire A · Hankook Dynapro HT RH12
Tire B · Kumho Crugen HP71

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Dynapro HT RH12 or Crugen HP71?

Which is better in the wet, Dynapro HT RH12 or Crugen HP71?

Hankook Dynapro HT RH12, 67 vs 55 on our wet score.

Which grips better on dry roads, Dynapro HT RH12 or Crugen HP71?

Hankook Dynapro HT RH12, 67 vs 48 on our dry score.

Which is better in snow, Dynapro HT RH12 or Crugen HP71?

Hankook Dynapro HT RH12, 60 vs 57 on our snow score.

Which is quieter, Dynapro HT RH12 or Crugen HP71?

Hankook Dynapro HT RH12, 70 vs 58 on our noise score.

Which is more comfortable, Dynapro HT RH12 or Crugen HP71?

Hankook Dynapro HT RH12, 67 vs 54 on our comfort score.

Which lasts longer, Dynapro HT RH12 or Crugen HP71?

Hankook Dynapro HT RH12, 64 vs 44 on our treadwear score.

How do we compare tires?

Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.

Handling is the exception: road tests measure it inside the dry and wet scores, so its own row comes from owner ratings only and starts as less important.

Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score. Full methodology