Comparison: Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun vs. Kumho Ecsta HS52 (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%). In this particular case, the Kumho Ecsta HS52 has a better rating of 76% compared to 69% of the Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun. The first tyre test of Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun was done in 2018, compared to 2022 when was the Kumho Ecsta HS52 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Vibilagare 2024 215/55 R17 test, where both the ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun and the Ecsta HS52 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 70% of Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun has B wet grip rating, whereas 77% of Kumho Ecsta HS52 has A rating. We also know where ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun is made - Turkey.