Comparison: Kumho Ecsta HS51 vs. Continental UltraContact NXT

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 (92%) than Kumho (59%). The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta HS51 was done in 2016, compared to 2025 when was the Continental UltraContact NXT first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 67% of Kumho Ecsta HS51 has B wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Continental UltraContact NXT has A rating. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Ecsta HS51 is made in China and UltraContact NXT is made in Portugal.