Comparison: Kumho Ecsta HS51 vs. Yokohama BluEarth RV-02 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Yokohama). Generally, Yokohama summer tyres are slightly better rated (71%) than Kumho (70%). But when it comes to comparing Kumho Ecsta HS51 and Yokohama BluEarth RV-02, the rating is the same - 0%. The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta HS51 was done in 2016, compared to 2020 when was the Yokohama BluEarth RV-02 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ADAC 2020 235/55 R17 test, where both the Ecsta HS51 and the BluEarth RV-02 were 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 Yokohama BluEarth RV-02 has A rating. We also know where Ecsta HS51 is made - China.