Comparison: Continental UltraContact NXT vs. Kumho Ecsta HS52

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (Continental) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho). Generally, Continental summer tyres are slightly better rated (92%) than Kumho (59%). In this particular case, the Continental UltraContact NXT has a better rating of 95% compared to 74% of the Kumho Ecsta HS52. The first tyre test of Continental UltraContact NXT was done in 2025, compared to 2022 when was the Kumho Ecsta HS52 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Continental UltraContact NXT dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (75%) of the Kumho Ecsta HS52 also have A wet ratings. We also know where UltraContact NXT is made - Portugal.