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Comparison: Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Kumho Ecsta HS52 vs. Nokian WetProof vs. Maxxis Premitra HP5

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
Nokian
WetProof
Maxxis
Premitra HP5
Number of tests
18
10
14
31
Best position
#1
#2
#1
#1
Average position
6.1
6.0
5.6
9.5
Latest test
2024
2026
2023
2024
Available sizes
47
104
47
64

Wet

Wet
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
Nokian WetProof
84%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
79%
Aquaplaning - cross
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
66%
Nokian WetProof
72%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
88%
Wet braking
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
80%
Nokian WetProof
85%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
71%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
Nokian WetProof
81%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
86%
Wet handling
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
79%
Nokian WetProof
86%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
76%
Wet circle cornering
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
89%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
89%
Nokian WetProof
91%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
81%
Wet side guide
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
67%
Nokian WetProof
89%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
61%

Dry

Dry
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
87%
Nokian WetProof
78%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
83%
Dry handling
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
85%
Nokian WetProof
80%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
85%
Dry braking
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
89%
Nokian WetProof
87%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
84%
Dry lane changing
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
87%
Nokian WetProof
81%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
78%
Dry steering response
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
92%
Nokian WetProof
63%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
88%

Comfort

Comfort
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
Nokian WetProof
79%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
76%
Exterior noise
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
Nokian WetProof
86%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
74%
Comfort
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
60%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
71%
Nokian WetProof
87%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
79%
Interior noise
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
71%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
71%
Nokian WetProof
69%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
76%

Costs

Costs
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
76%
Nokian WetProof
60%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
59%
Rolling resistance
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
84%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
70%
Nokian WetProof
61%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
59%
Mileage
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
79%
Nokian WetProof
56%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
54%
Price/value
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
97%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
97%
Nokian WetProof
46%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
56%
Fuel efficiency
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Nokian WetProof
78%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
73%

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