The Kinforest KF550 UHP is a High Performance Summer tyre designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars.
The quick answer
Owners say69%from 22 owner reviews64% would buy againRead the reviews
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Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tyre - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated September 2025.
Based on test and owner data, the Kinforest KF550 UHP is expected to last around 27,593 miles (44,407 km).
What is the Kinforest KF550 UHP's EU tyre label rating?
Across its range, the Kinforest KF550 UHP most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, B for wet grip and 74 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the Kinforest KF550 UHP?
Owners rate the Kinforest KF550 UHP 7 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 20 reviews.
How well do the Kinforest KF550 UHP wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Kinforest KF550 UHP 6.7 out of 10 for wear across 20 reviews. 11 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 14,250 miles.
Would owners buy the Kinforest KF550 UHP again?
64% of owners say they would buy the Kinforest KF550 UHP again, based on the 22 owner reviews that answered the question. 41% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
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What sizes does the Kinforest KF550 UHP come in?
The Kinforest KF550 UHP is available in 213 sizes, ranging from 165-325/30-75 R13-24.
Across 22 owner ratings the Kinforest KF550 UHP averages 69%. Owners rate Dry Grip highest at 7.4 out of 10 and Wet Grip lowest at 6.5. 11 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 60% of owners score it 70% or better.
Owner ratings averaged from 22 ratings
Owner score69%
Dry Grip74%
Road Feedback70%
Comfort70%
Handling69%
Wear67%
Wet Grip65%
Featured reviews
Most helpful 10%
“I drove this tyre a bit faster yesterday, with 2.9Bar of pressure in it. Tyre is 6 years old. At some point I was doing 90 to 100 (150Km/h) And the car just started vibrating heavily. One of the rear tyres seemed to...”
“I had the misfortune of driving a friends car with these tyres attached. If you think these tyres are good you haven't driven on even a basic tyre from a name brand.Horrible grip and response even with correct pressure...”
“I was amaze by the performance of this tyres. Thinking at first that cheap tyres is just a waste of money but this tyres never disappoint my me. Comfort and handle well if your driving your car daily.”
I drove this tyre a bit faster yesterday, with 2.9Bar of pressure in it. Tyre is 6 years old. At some point I was doing 90 to 100 (150Km/h) And the car just started vibrating heavily. One of the rear tyres seemed to have lost its form. I never had this before in my life. Never again will I buy this tyre.
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73%
Member
Mercedes Benz
255/45 R20
16,780 miles
Mostly Town
Easy Going
I replaced all the four original Pirelli Scorpion Verde MOE Run Flat tyres (255/45R20) tyres on my Mercedes Benz GLC250d (year 2018 model) in October 2021 with only 27000 kilometres clocked with four Kingforest KF550 tyres and now the two front Kingforest tyres had to be replaced, at 47110 kilometres. All the other areas of the Kingforest tyres are good except tyre wear: having to be replaced after less than two years and just 2000 kilometres.
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A tyre that I never will make the mistake and purchase again. It were not as cheap as the grip suggest. my suggestion to everyone interested in these tyres there are outer manufakturs that are cheaper and a much better buy.
Since Ive shifted from R17 to R18 on Toyota Vios Gen3 modified, my Kinforest Tyres prove dependable in tight corners on wavy concrete roads. Id been averaging 4,000 kms drive per month mostly highway sprints. I love the riad grip. By far, my favorite tyres until other tryres will surpass the quality.
I bought these tires for my X5 4.8is because the old tires were worn and there was a bulge. I didn’t splurge on premium tires because my intial intention was to flip the car and make money.
Long story short, I ended keeping the car and stuck to the tires. About 25,000km, these tires were well worn to the legal limit. It performed well in the dry. Perform almost as well as a premium tires in dry but dangerous in the wet. The noise level was a little noisy but not too bad. The wet weather performance was apalling and disappointed in the tread life.
I would not recommend this tires and would not buy again. There were quite expensive in the first place. I would instead try a different tires
11%
Member
/45 R17
The worse tires ever can buy.
Rather drive on the rims. Atleast u know ur driving on rims. Not hope u have a good tire and learn the hard way they suck and will leave u stranded.
86%
Member
235/35 R19
12,000 miles
A Combination of Roads
Spirited
I have had the 235 35 19 on a VW Golf 4 Motion Sportwagen for 2 summer seasons. I previously had Michelin 4S. While they are not the 4S, they are also not that far behind. I do not track my car, but I would say I am an enthusistic driver. After 12K on the tires they are still handling very well and still really quiet. I am looking at ordering another set ... big bang for your buck with the kinforest tire.
I was amaze by the performance of this tyres. Thinking at first that cheap tyres is just a waste of money but this tyres never disappoint my me. Comfort and handle well if your driving your car daily.
100%
Member
225/45 R17
50,000 miles
Mostly Town
Average
I have had these tyres for 2 years and they’re performing much better than more expensive tyres I’ve had in the past (Bridgestone, Kumho). These are very high quality tyres and would highly recommend.
Have these tyres since 23000km and 43000km on my Hyundai Veloster (2 tyres for each change). Never had any problem on both dry and wet roads. My mileage is now 110000km and the tyres still got about 10% (at least) tread remaining. But now after about nearly 80000km and 7 years on average, the tyres get a little noisy. This is to be expected due to the rubber hardening. I'm looking forward to another new set of Kinforest 245/40/18 for a more snug look. Pretty much worth in value for money at about 3/5 to 2/5 the price of more "branded" tyres.
Good tyre for the price. The grip felt good in dry but I didn’t push it, road undulations seem to unsettle the tyre. Some wheel spin noted on occasion even when not accelerating with full power. In the wet drove carefully as I didn’t have confidence in the tyre. Drove well around town and motorways.
One tyre blew out when I hit a small rock at low speed. Sidewall burst.
Overall I wouldn’t buy this tyre again, but if budget is an issue, then yes but would drive more carefully than usual.
