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Comparison: Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Kumho Ecsta HS51

3 mutual test(s) with detailed data

The Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 and the Kumho Ecsta HS51 are both summer tyres built for performance and safety. Both models have been extensively tested according to various metrics by reputable organizations such as Autobild, ADAC, and Teknikens. In our overall rating, the Goodyear model has a rating of 88% while Kumho's gets 45%, but it's worth taking a closer look at individual aspects of each tire.


The Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2, the successor of the Efficient Grip Performance model, shows significant improvements with strengths like mileage, price/value, and comfort. In tests performed by Autobild among 53 total tyres, it impressively ranked 13th. Furthermore, it earned the 4th place in the ADAC test and 2nd in the Teknikens test. Overall, this tyre stands out in its class for its excellent longevity and driving comfort.


On the other hand, the Kumho Ecsta HS51 has been recently replaced by the HS52 model. Made in China, this tyre is highly valued for its wet handling, aquaplaning resistance (both cross and longitudal) and its noise-friendly exterior. It particularly performed impressively at 3rd place in the Autobild test among 53 total tyres. In the ADAC test, it was only slightly behind at 5th place, and it was at 7th in the Teknikens test.


In a head-to-head comparison, the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 generally ranks higher in tests. However, the Kumho Ecsta HS51 has regularly shown excellent wet performance and price/value making it a competitive choice. It's also worth checking the newer HS52 model from Kumho as it promises further improvements.


Overall, your tyre choice will depend on your priorities, as both offer considerable strengths. For long-lasting tyres that provide driving comfort, the Efficient Grip Performance 2 from Goodyear would be the better choice. However, for cost-effective performance, particularly in wet conditions, consider the Ecsta HS51 from Kumho.

Test Profile

Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Kumho
Ecsta HS51
Number of tests
18
10
Best position
#1
#1
Average position
6.1
9.3
Latest test
2024
2021
Available sizes
47
99

Performance comparison

Averaged from 3 tests

Wet Performance
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
64%
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Kumho Ecsta HS51
86%
Kumho
Ecsta HS51
Wet Braking
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
71%
Kumho Ecsta HS51
79%
Wet Handling
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
59%
Kumho Ecsta HS51
75%
Wet Circle Cornering
Kumho Ecsta HS51
89%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
57%
Kumho Ecsta HS51
96%
Aquaplaning Cross
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Kumho Ecsta HS51
93%
Dry Performance
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
67%
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Kumho Ecsta HS51
81%
Kumho
Ecsta HS51
Dry Braking
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
66%
Kumho Ecsta HS51
77%
Dry Handling
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
67%
Kumho Ecsta HS51
84%
Comfort & Noise
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
81%
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Kumho Ecsta HS51
64%
Kumho
Ecsta HS51
Noise Exterior
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
71%
Kumho Ecsta HS51
76%
Noise Interior
Kumho Ecsta HS51
74%
Ride Comfort
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Kumho Ecsta HS51
42%
Economy
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
94%
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Kumho Ecsta HS51
67%
Kumho
Ecsta HS51
Rolling Resistance
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
88%
Kumho Ecsta HS51
46%
Fuel Efficiency
Kumho Ecsta HS51
77%
Mileage
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Kumho Ecsta HS51
78%

Performance spider chart

Tests used in comparison

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2021205/55 R16View
ADACADAC
Summer
2021205/55 R16View
TeknikensTeknikens
Summer
2020225/50 R17View

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