Comparison: Falken Azenis FK510 vs. Kumho Ecsta PS71 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Falken) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho). Generally, Falken summer tyres are slightly better rated (75%) than Kumho (70%). The first tyre test of Falken Azenis FK510 was done in 2016, compared to 2018 when was the Kumho Ecsta PS71 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ADAC 2021 225/50 R17 test, where both the Azenis FK510 and the Ecsta PS71 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 69% of Falken Azenis FK510 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (77%) of the Kumho Ecsta PS71 also have A wet ratings. We also know where Azenis FK510 is made - Japan/Turkey.