Comparison: Kumho Ecsta HS52 vs. Dunlop Sport BluResponse

When it comes to comparing tyres, the Kumho Ecsta HS52 and the Dunlop Sport BluResponse are two options that immediately come to mind. Both models are designed for summer use, and they each offer a unique set of features that make them stand out.

The Kumho Ecsta HS52, a successor of the Kumho Ecsta HS51, comes with an impressive 78% rating on our website. According to a test by AutoBild, the HS52 does extremely well with dry braking, dry handling, and wet braking. This tyre managed to position 2nd among a group of 55 tyres in their test, showcasing outstanding performance and consistency. However, on the downside, strengths on dry and wet roads are somewhat compensated by weaknesses in the sustainability scope and efficiency areas, as was noted in autobild 2024's text summary.

On the other hand, we have the Dunlop Sport BluResponse, with a rating of 71% on our site, produced by the well-known Dunlop manufacturer. Autobild's test highlighted the tyre's rolling resistance as one of its strong suits. But taking the 20th position out of 55 total tyres in the same test as HS52 indicates a clear difference in overall performance. The tyre's rather balanced performance on dry roads is slightly marred by its underwhelming performance on wet surfaces. Not to mention the relative struggle when it comes to sustainability and lifespan, as pointed out by autobild 2024.

The positions kept trading on mutual tests conducted by Autoklub ČR and ADAC. Kumho managed to seize a better position (8th) in the test by ADAC among 50 tyres, while Dunlop outperformed Kumho by securing the 12th position among 19 tyres in the test conducted by Autoklub ČR.

In summary, when weighing strengths and weaknesses, the Kumho Ecsta HS52 seems to have the edge with better handling on both dry and wet roads. But Dunlop Sport BluResponse shouldn't be discarded as it too provides significant strengths like efficient rolling resistance. Ultimately, the choice comes down to where the user wishes to draw the balance between performance and features.