Comparison: Bridgestone Turanza 6 vs. Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) (2026)

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 (89%) than Kumho (70%). In this particular case, the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) has a better rating of 87% compared to 81% of the Bridgestone Turanza 6. The first tyre test of Bridgestone Turanza 6 was done in 2023, compared to 2025 when was the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) first tested. Important for this comparison is also the TYRE REVIEWS 2026 225/45 R17 test, where both the Turanza 6 and the Ecsta Sport (PS72) were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 77% of Bridgestone Turanza 6 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) also have A wet ratings. We also know where Turanza 6 is made - Spain.