Comparison: Kumho Ecowing ES31 vs. Barum Bravuris 5 HM (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (Barum). Barum is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Kumho summer tyres are slightly better rated (70%) than Barum (43%). The first tyre test of Kumho Ecowing ES31 was done in 2022, compared to 2020 when was the Barum Bravuris 5 HM first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ADAC 2022 215/60 R16 test, where both the Ecowing ES31 and the Bravuris 5 HM were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 57% of Kumho Ecowing ES31 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Barum Bravuris 5 HM also have B wet ratings.