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Comparison: Bridgestone Turanza T005 vs. Kumho Ecsta HS52

The following is a comparison of two summer touring tyres: Bridgestone Turanza T005 and Kumho Ecsta HS52. These tyres have been subject to various tests to determine their performance under different conditions.


Bridgestone Turanza T005


Manufactured in Hungary, Poland, France, and Italy by Bridgestone, the Turanza T005 is a high-performing tyre with an 89% rating on our scale. The T005 has consistently showcased strong performance in testing. Most notably, it claimed the top position in the Autobild test, dominated by its dry and wet braking, and wet handling capabilities. Additionally, it placed third and fourth in the Autoklub ČR and ADAC tests respectively, recognized for its impressive rolling resistance and wet cornering performance.


Bridgestone Turanza T005's noted strengths include a balanced drive on both dry and wet roads, high efficiency and a decent environmental footprint. However, the tyre's performance is slightly hindered by its reduced mileage.


Kumho Ecsta HS52


Developed by Kumho as a successor to the Ecsta HS51, the Ecsta HS52 has earned an 81% rating on our scale. Although it has not outperformed the Turanza T005 in any of the mentioned tests, it was placed third in Autobild test, excelling in areas such as dry braking and price-value offering. It also achieved the eighth position in the ADAC test.


The Kumho Ecsta HS52’s strengths lie in its balanced performance on both dry and wet roads, short dry and wet braking distances, comfort, and good price-to-performance ratio. On the downside, it was criticized for its delayed steering response and environmental impact, and lower efficiency and sustainability when compared with the Bridgestone Turanza T005.


Conclusion


After analyzing all the test results, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 appears to be the stronger performer overall. Although the Kumho Ecsta HS52 has commendable qualities and a good price-to-performance ratio, it lags behind in efficiency, environmental impact, and steering response. It's imperative to choose a tyre model that best suits your driving style and conditions.

Test Profile

Bridgestone
Turanza T005
Kumho
Ecsta HS52
Number of tests
33
10
Best position
#1
#2
Average position
4.1
6.0
Latest test
2025
2026
Available sizes
658
104

Wet

Wet
Bridgestone Turanza T005
82%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
Aquaplaning - cross
Bridgestone Turanza T005
76%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
59%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Bridgestone Turanza T005
81%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
79%
Wet braking
Bridgestone Turanza T005
87%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
75%
Wet handling
Bridgestone Turanza T005
96%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
76%
Wet circle cornering
Bridgestone Turanza T005
98%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
81%

Dry

Dry
Bridgestone Turanza T005
83%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
87%
Dry braking
Bridgestone Turanza T005
91%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
90%
Dry handling
Bridgestone Turanza T005
87%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%

Comfort

Comfort
Bridgestone Turanza T005
76%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
Exterior noise
Bridgestone Turanza T005
78%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
78%

Offroad

Offroad
Bridgestone Turanza T005
82%

Costs

Costs
Bridgestone Turanza T005
81%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
76%
Rolling resistance
Bridgestone Turanza T005
96%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
61%
Mileage
Bridgestone Turanza T005
65%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
74%

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Dimensions and prices

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Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 5 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.

Mutual tests

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
Autoklub ČRAutoklub ČR
Summer
2023205/55 R16View
Tyre ReviewsTyre Reviews
Summer
2023205/55 R16View
ADACADAC
Summer
2023205/55 R16View
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2022215/55 R17View
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2022215/55 R17View

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