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Comparison: Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Kumho Ecsta HS52 vs. GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ vs. Falken e.Ziex vs. Dunlop Winter

When comparing the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 and the Kumho Ecsta HS52 summer tyres, the data from various tests reveal some distinct strengths and weaknesses for each.


The Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 scored an impressive 87% overall in our tests. This tire is a successor to the previous model, Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance. Notable strengths of this tyre include its high mileage and good comfort levels, according to Autobild's test where it scored a position of 18 out of 51. However, a slightly average aquaplaning resistance and extended dry braking were pointed out as areas for improvement. Despite its high price level, ADAC placed the tyre in the top position in their 50-tyre test, praising its mileage.


On the other hand, the Kumho Ecsta HS52, which replaced the Ecsta HS51, received an overall rating of 81% in our tests. This touring summer tyre displayed impressive features such as dry braking and handling, wet braking, and good price/value ratio, with Autobild ranking it in third place out of 51 tyres in their test. Additionally, the tyre showed good dry and wet performance, low wear, and low fuel consumption according to ADAC. However, they did note some weaknesses in aquaplaning behavior and it's high weight.


When looking at the comparison of these two tyres' test results, one can note that in some tests the Kumho Ecsta HS52 managed to outperform the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2, such as in Vibilagare’s test where the HS52 scored a position of 3, outpacing the Performance 2 which came in the 4th position out of nine tyres in the test. However, in other tests like at ADAC, the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 clearly outshines its Kumho counterpart by securing the first place, as opposed to the 8th rank of the HS52.


Overall, comparing these two tyres highlights the specific strengths and weaknesses of each making the decision related to purchase a matter of personal preference and specific needs.

Test Profile

Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Kumho
Ecsta HS52
GoodYear
UltraGrip Performance+
Falken
e.Ziex
Dunlop
Winter
Number of tests
18
10
23
3
2
Best position
#1
#2
#1
#2
#1
Average position
6.1
6.0
3.3
3.7
1.5
Latest test
2024
2026
2025
2025
2025
Available sizes
47
104
176
34
65

Wet

Wet
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
83%
Falken e.Ziex
75%
Dunlop Winter
73%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
83%
Falken e.Ziex
68%
Dunlop Winter
71%
Wet handling
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
79%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
89%
Falken e.Ziex
69%
Dunlop Winter
67%
Aquaplaning - cross
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
66%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
87%
Falken e.Ziex
61%
Dunlop Winter
73%
Wet braking
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
80%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
80%
Falken e.Ziex
87%
Dunlop Winter
84%
Wet circle cornering
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
89%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
89%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
82%
Falken e.Ziex
77%
Dunlop Winter
63%

Dry

Dry
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
87%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
78%
Falken e.Ziex
85%
Dunlop Winter
69%
Dry braking
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
89%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
84%
Falken e.Ziex
88%
Dunlop Winter
73%
Dry handling
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
85%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
81%
Falken e.Ziex
81%
Dunlop Winter
64%
Dry lane changing
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
87%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
74%
Falken e.Ziex
87%
Dry steering response
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
92%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
79%
Falken e.Ziex
73%

Comfort

Comfort
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
84%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Dunlop Winter
87%
Exterior noise
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
81%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Dunlop Winter
87%
Comfort
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
60%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
71%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Interior noise
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
71%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
71%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
91%

Costs

Costs
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
76%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
80%
Falken e.Ziex
80%
Dunlop Winter
83%
Rolling resistance
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
84%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
70%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
80%
Falken e.Ziex
95%
Dunlop Winter
81%
Mileage
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
79%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
78%
Falken e.Ziex
60%
Dunlop Winter
87%
Price/value
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
97%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
97%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
69%
Falken e.Ziex
60%
Dunlop Winter
84%

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