Is the Cosmo MuchoMacho a good choice for sports coupes, crossovers and sedans?

Yes, the Cosmo MuchoMacho is a good choice for sport coupes, crossover and sedans. The stylish low profile and excellent handling of the MuchoMacho make it a great tire for these vehicles.

Does the Cosmo MuchoMacho perform well on wet pavement?

Yes, the Cosmo MuchoMacho does perform well on wet roads. The four channel grooves of the MuchoMacho do an efficient job of eliminating water from the tire's contact patch.

Is the Cosmo MuchoMacho a good choice for winter driving?

No, the Cosmo MuchoMacho is not a good choice for winter driving. The MuchoMacho is considered an ultra high performance tire; UHP tires used a softer tread compound that will stiffen in cold weather and shouldn't be used when temperatures are below 45 degrees Fahrenheit

Is the Cosmo MuchoMacho available in a wide range of sizes?

Yes, the Cosmo MuchoMacho is available in a wide range of sizes, from 16" to 20".

Can the Cosmo MuchoMacho get good traction on wet or dry pavement?

Yes, the Cosmo MuchoMacho offers good traction on wet and dry pavement. The MuchoMacho's combination of asymmetrical tread, shoulder blocks and sipes provide dependable traction in wet or dry conditions.

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Cosmo MuchoMacho

Name: MuchoMacho
Brand: Cosmo
SKU: 178005
Price: 69.96 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (51 reviews)

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Tire size205/55ZR16 94W XL
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4.4

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96%

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The Cosmo MuchoMacho tires receive mixed reviews, with opinions varying widely on their performance and value.

The Cosmo MuchoMacho tires offer a budget-friendly option for those seeking high-performance tires, particularly for dry and warm conditions. They excel in grip and traction during summer months but struggle in colder, wetter environments. The tires' soft compound provides excellent stickiness but may lead to faster wear. While some users praise their value and performance, others caution about their limitations in certain weather conditions and potential quality issues.

Positive highlights

Good performance in dry conditions and summer weather. Excellent grip and traction, especially after breaking in. Great value for the price. Decent performance in light snow and wet conditions (when warm). Suitable for performance driving and some racing applications.

Negative highlights

Poor performance in cold and wet conditions, especially during cornering. Some users experienced quality issues, including warping and bubbles on sidewalls. Rapid wear for some users, especially those driving aggressively. Inconsistent performance across different weather conditions.

Scorecard

Dry

4.8

Wet

4.2

Winter

3.5

Comfort

4.6

Noise

4.5

Treadwear

4.4

50 Simpletire reviews

Alexander

Chevrolet Cruze 2018 LT

Verified Customer

Mar 27, 2025

THE cheap sport tire that kicks butt!

This tire rocks. It's dirt cheap and sticks to the pavement like hell. I don't have a high-horsepower car, but I corner very aggressively, and it's hard to make the MuchoMachos chirp. They don't have a ton of noise and do decently in the rain. Not great in the snow though, so I run them as three-season tires. For the price, however, you can't have it all. These aren't on the level of Pilot Sports, but they are 80%-90% as good for 30%ish of the price. I've run these tires lots over the years and you can't beat 'em!

nate

Acura Integra 1994 GS-R

Verified Customer

Jan 30, 2025

great fun great value. plan to buy again

i use these budget 300tw as my 'rain' tires on track for track days. no reason to waste the stickies when conditions arent ideal for them. mild mannered enough on the streets but wear faster than I expected when ran hard in the dry. I have and wouldn't hesitate to buy again at this price.

Freddy

Audi S4 2021 Premium Plus

Verified Customer

Dec 21, 2024

Good in dry and above 45 degrees fahrenheit but.

They were great under the weather dipped below 40 degrees fahrenheit and got wet. Then these got real scary, real fast. I've never seen tires get this bad when cold and wet. Granted, I only have a bit over 100 miles on them, but the last 40 miles were in the sub 40 degrees and wet. I almost wrecked my car several times, even while staying at the speed limit. Any semi-sharp turns, they start to slide. I sure hope that get better, otherwise, I'll have to buy another set of tires to make it through the winter as they are completely unsafe right now. Again, they were fine when dry and above 45 degrees F. :(

Jeff - Neokla SCCA

4.5

Subaru Impreza 2003 WRX

Verified Customer

Nov 12, 2024

Possibly the Best Budget Tire I have Purchased!

I purchased these tire for street use on my 2003 Subaru WRX. This car doubles as an autocross car on most weekends. If you know anything about autox...you will spend a good amount of money on competitive tires, so having a set of street tires to save travel mile wear is a must. We made an 800 mile round trip the same week they were installed and they were awesome! Low road noise and handled the highway, country roads and backs roads nicely. Now the big surprise came on an event weekend! That Saturday we corded our RE71-RS race tires (well past any tread, you could nearly see the air inside them) So Sunday the Cosmos were put back on the car. We all had a pretty decent laugh about them...but... Once I got the tire pressures dialed in, everyone understood where the Mucho Macho name came from. They put up a fight to say the least. They were predictable and handled the technical demands an awd car running an autox asks. They are not a true replacement for the competition tires that cost about 4 times as much, but I still managed to stay in the top 20% of the fastest cars that day and worked great in a pinch. I will definitely continue buying these for streets in the future!

John

3.5

Mazda 3 2023 2.5 Turbo

Verified Customer

Nov 9, 2024

Great budget summer tire, and unexpected victor.

Done over 15k miles on the tire. Tail of the Dragon for fun, many miles of touge in different conditions, cross country road trips and it's held up quite well. Still good tread life left, over half and they perform better than expected in the wet. Tested them in colder rain environments too and they've held up. Would recommend if your short on cash but biggest con is they are so so loud. My RE71RS, ECF, ECS02 are all quieter than the muchomachos - that's kinda crazy...

Christopher

4.5

Mercedes-Benz S550 2009 4matic-w-sport-pkg

Verified Customer

Nov 7, 2024

Skeptical and now Delighted

I was skeptical at first to try these new tires, however they have been great. I saved considerably over getting another set of Yoko's. Very good grip and decent steering wheel feed back. I am just commuting with my vehicle nothing serious, but these tire were a delightful purchase and would recommend them for summertime daily driving.

J.C

4.5

Hyundai Sonata 2010 Limited V6

Verified Customer

Nov 6, 2024

For the past year they've been great.

No issues in the dry or wet. I don't drive fast in the wet so I can't give big impressions on that. But dry weather driving is great, lose road noise.

Hamza

Toyota Camry 2018 SE

Verified Customer

Nov 6, 2024

It's really a best tire for the price I paid for.

ben

3.5

Hyundai Tucson 2017 Limited

Verified Customer

Jan 23, 2024

good tires except horrible in the snow

i put these on my 2017 hyundai tucson, 245 45 19. awd. these tires were pretty good in the summer but in the winter they were the worst tires i have ever had. i have an awd tucson and was sliding all over the place, i could barely make it up slight hills. i was also in an accident because it wouldn't stop going down a slight hill. no other cars were having problems, just me. i have never had this problem with any other tire. if your going to drive in snow forget about these tires, not worth it.

Mike

4.5

Scion tC 2008 Base

Verified Customer

Jan 7, 2024

Great tire for the price.

Driving great in all kinds of weather. Quiet ride.

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Get technical:

The MuchoMacho from Cosmo is an all-season, performance tire that's designed for use on performance-oriented coupes and sedans. An asymmetrical tread pattern enhances traction and handling performance in wet and dry conditions, and the MuchoMacho's reinforced bead allows for quicker steering response so that drivers can confidently take corners.

Features & Benefits

Designed for use on performance-oriented coupes and sedans
Backed by a 30,000 mile limited manufacturer tread life warranty and Cosmo's manufacturer warranty which covers the tire against manufacturer and material defects
Covered under Cosmo's Road Hazard program, which covers the tire against road hazards for first 25% of the tire's tread life or 1 year from the date of purchase, whichever comes first. Terms and conditions apply.
Built with a stiff center rib that enhances stability and steering response
Rigid shoulder blocks improve cornering performance
Asymmetrical tread pattern increases grip on wet and dry roads
Four wide grooves drain water from the tread to reduce the risk of hydroplaning in wet weather

Have a question about Cosmo MuchoMacho tires?

Cosmo MuchoMacho tires are available with a W or Y speed rating, depending on size.

Yes, the Cosmo MuchoMacho's combination of ride quality, road manners, handling and long, even wear make it a great choice for daily drivers.

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50 Simpletire reviews

THE cheap sport tire that kicks butt!

great fun great value. plan to buy again

Good in dry and above 45 degrees fahrenheit but.

Possibly the Best Budget Tire I have Purchased!

Great budget summer tire, and unexpected victor.

Skeptical and now Delighted

For the past year they've been great.

It's really a best tire for the price I paid for.

good tires except horrible in the snow

Great tire for the price.

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51 Reviews

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Review summary

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Wet

Winter

Comfort

Noise

Treadwear

50 Simpletire reviews

THE cheap sport tire that kicks butt!

great fun great value. plan to buy again

Good in dry and above 45 degrees fahrenheit but.

Possibly the Best Budget Tire I have Purchased!

Great budget summer tire, and unexpected victor.

Skeptical and now Delighted

For the past year they've been great.

It's really a best tire for the price I paid for.

good tires except horrible in the snow

Tire size205/55ZR16 94W XL
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