Comparison: Kumho Ecowing ES31 vs. Continental PremiumContact 6 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (Continental). Generally, Continental summer tyres are slightly better rated (88%) than Kumho (70%). The first tyre test of Kumho Ecowing ES31 was done in 2022, compared to 2017 when was the Continental PremiumContact 6 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ADAC 2022 215/60 R16 test, where both the Ecowing ES31 and the PremiumContact 6 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 57% of Kumho Ecowing ES31 has B wet grip rating, whereas 83% of Continental PremiumContact 6 has A rating.