In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Bridgestone) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho). Generally, Bridgestone summer tyres are slightly better rated (84%) than Kumho (59%). When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 60% of Bridgestone Potenza RE050A has B wet grip rating, whereas 75% of Kumho Ecsta HS52 has A rating.
Test Profile
Potenza RE050A
Ecsta HS52
Number of tests
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10
Best position
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#2
Average position
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6.0
Latest test
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2026
Available sizes
98
104
Dimensions and prices
Compare prices across all available dimensions for these tyres.
