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Comparison: BFGoodrich Advantage vs. Kumho Ecsta HS52 vs. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 vs. GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2

On evaluating the summer tyres, the BFGoodrich Advantage and the Kumho Ecsta HS52, various data points need to be considered. This comparison includes detailed test results from Autobild and ADAC, which offer insights into the strengths and weaknesses, and their overall performance.


As per our ratings, the Kumho Ecsta HS52 shows a marginal victory, with a score of 73% compared to the Advantage's 66%. A close examination of the tyres' performances in mutual tests further emphasises this difference.


Autobild's tests reveal a stark contrast between these two tyres. Out of 51 tyres, the Advantage conceded a 20th place while the Ecsta HS52 climbed up to the 3rd position. BFGoodrich's tyre shines for its comfort but falls short in not accentuating any other criteria. On the other hand, Kumho's tyre has an array of strengths, including dry braking, wet braking, dry handling, and price/value ratio.


In ADAC's tests, the Ecsta HS52 continued to outperform the Advantage, securing the 8th position out of 50 tyres versus the latter's 21st place.


The in-depth text summaries by Autobild also highlight the advantages and disadvantages of each model. The BFGoodrich Advantage excels in dry handling and offers a quiet ride along with a low rolling resistance, all at an affordable price. However, it underperforms in wet conditions. The Kumho Ecsta HS52 offers well-rounded performance on both dry and wet surfaces, but its sustainability and energy efficiency are areas needing improvement. However, its strength lies in its price to performance ratio.


Both the BFGoodrich Advantage and the Kumho Ecsta HS52 are distinct in their strengths. However, the Kumho Ecsta HS52 does lead the race by showing a more balanced performance throughout. Notably, the Ecsta HS52 is a successor to the Kumho Ecstra HS51, carrying forward the legacy of efficiency, comfort, and performance.


Overall, each tyre caters to different consumer requirements, the final decision, therefore, rests largely on individual preferences.

Test Profile

BFGoodrich
Advantage
Kumho
Ecsta HS52
Pirelli
P ZERO PZ4
GoodYear
Efficientgrip Performance 2
Number of tests
14
10
14
3
Best position
#8
#2
#2
#2
Average position
13.4
6.0
5.5
3.3
Latest test
2026
2026
2025
2026
Available sizes
153
104
706
40

Wet

Wet
BFGoodrich Advantage
61%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
83%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Aquaplaning - cross
BFGoodrich Advantage
53%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
66%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
68%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
69%
Wet braking
BFGoodrich Advantage
77%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
80%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
78%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
78%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
BFGoodrich Advantage
61%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
76%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
66%
Wet handling
BFGoodrich Advantage
57%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
79%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
90%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
74%
Wet circle cornering
BFGoodrich Advantage
69%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
89%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
89%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
61%
Wet performance
BFGoodrich Advantage
79%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
55%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
75%

Dry

Dry
BFGoodrich Advantage
72%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
87%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
77%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
75%
Dry braking
BFGoodrich Advantage
76%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
89%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
80%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Dry handling
BFGoodrich Advantage
80%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
85%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
82%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Dry performance
BFGoodrich Advantage
70%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
72%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
64%
Dry lane changing
BFGoodrich Advantage
77%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
85%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
75%

Comfort

Comfort
BFGoodrich Advantage
79%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
75%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
70%
Exterior noise
BFGoodrich Advantage
68%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
77%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
67%
Comfort
BFGoodrich Advantage
87%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
71%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
74%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
59%

Costs

Costs
BFGoodrich Advantage
68%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
76%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
52%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
83%
Rolling resistance
BFGoodrich Advantage
66%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
70%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
59%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
72%
Mileage
BFGoodrich Advantage
63%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
79%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
49%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
99%

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