Comparison: Bridgestone Turanza T005 vs. Kumho Ecsta PS71 (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 Bridgestone Turanza T005 has a better rating of 88% compared to 86% of the Kumho Ecsta PS71. Important for this comparison is also the ADAC 2021 225/50 R17 test, where both the Turanza T005 and the Ecsta PS71 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 68% of Bridgestone Turanza T005 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (77%) of the Kumho Ecsta PS71 also have A wet ratings. We also know where Turanza T005 is made - Hungary/Poland/France/Italy.