Comparison: Kumho Ecowing ES31 vs. Michelin Primacy 4 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Kumho (70%). But when it comes to comparing Kumho Ecowing ES31 and Michelin Primacy 4, the rating is the same - 0%. The first tyre test of Kumho Ecowing ES31 was done in 2022, compared to 2019 when was the Michelin Primacy 4 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ADAC 2022 215/60 R16 test, where both the Ecowing ES31 and the Primacy 4 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 57% of Kumho Ecowing ES31 has B wet grip rating, whereas 52% of Michelin Primacy 4 has A rating.