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Comparison: Kumho Ecsta HS52 vs. Fulda EcoControl HP2 vs. Kumho Ecsta PS71 vs. GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2

The Kumho Ecsta HS52 and the Fulda EcoControl HP2 are two robust, high-performing tyres that underwent comparison in a variety of tyre tests. The strengths and weaknesses of each tyre are highlighted and compared to provide an understanding of both tyre's performance.


The Kumho Ecsta HS52, a successor of the Kumho Ecsta HS51, is notable for its reliable dry and wet braking and dry handling. It holds an overall rating of 73% in our review and has outperformed in the 'Autobild' and 'ADAC' tests, securing 2nd and 8th positions respectively out of 55 and 50 tyres. However, the tyre displayed slight environmental imbalance, efficiency weaknesses and sustainability weaknesses.


On the other hand, the Fulda EcoControl HP2, replacing the Fulda EcoControl HP, is known for its excellent exterior noise reduction, mileage, and efficiency. In our reviews, it received a score of 69%, and ranked 16th in the 'Autobild' test and 13th in the 'ADAC' test. It's well balanced in terms of environmental balance, mileage, and efficiency. Yet, it showed some deficits, particularly its difficulties on wet road surfaces.


When we analyze the best features, the Kumho Ecsta HS52 shows a clear lead in its capabilities to handle dry and wet conditions. However, the Fulda EcoControl HP2 scores better in certain areas such as noise reduction and efficiency.


To conclude, both tyres offer the qualities expected of products from reputable manufacturers like Kumho and Fulda. However, with a higher score in our review and consistently better rankings in peer tests, the Kumho Ecsta HS52 emerges as the superior tyre. But the discrepancy in performance is small, and the choice between these two largely depends on individual needs and contexts.

Test Profile

Kumho
Ecsta HS52
Fulda
EcoControl HP2
Kumho
Ecsta PS71
GoodYear
Efficientgrip Performance 2
Number of tests
10
8
15
3
Best position
#2
#4
#2
#2
Average position
6.0
12.8
9.0
3.3
Latest test
2026
2024
2025
2026
Available sizes
104
30
225
40

Wet

Wet
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
Fulda EcoControl HP2
65%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
79%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Wet braking
Kumho Ecsta HS52
80%
Fulda EcoControl HP2
63%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
79%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
78%
Aquaplaning - cross
Kumho Ecsta HS52
66%
Fulda EcoControl HP2
83%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
87%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
69%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
Fulda EcoControl HP2
73%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
90%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
66%
Wet circle cornering
Kumho Ecsta HS52
89%
Fulda EcoControl HP2
73%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
72%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
61%
Wet handling
Kumho Ecsta HS52
79%
Fulda EcoControl HP2
62%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
79%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
74%
Wet performance
Kumho Ecsta HS52
55%
Fulda EcoControl HP2
69%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
82%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
75%

Comfort

Comfort
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
Fulda EcoControl HP2
77%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
67%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
70%
Exterior noise
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
Fulda EcoControl HP2
76%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
62%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
67%
Comfort
Kumho Ecsta HS52
71%
Fulda EcoControl HP2
69%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
72%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
59%
Interior noise
Kumho Ecsta HS52
71%
Fulda EcoControl HP2
81%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
66%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
73%

Dry

Dry
Kumho Ecsta HS52
87%
Fulda EcoControl HP2
74%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
72%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
75%
Dry braking
Kumho Ecsta HS52
89%
Fulda EcoControl HP2
78%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
76%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Dry handling
Kumho Ecsta HS52
85%
Fulda EcoControl HP2
67%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
81%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Dry performance
Kumho Ecsta HS52
72%
Fulda EcoControl HP2
71%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
72%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
64%

Costs

Costs
Kumho Ecsta HS52
76%
Fulda EcoControl HP2
77%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
71%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
83%
Rolling resistance
Kumho Ecsta HS52
70%
Fulda EcoControl HP2
72%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
73%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
72%
Mileage
Kumho Ecsta HS52
79%
Fulda EcoControl HP2
82%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
65%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
99%
Price/value
Kumho Ecsta HS52
97%
Fulda EcoControl HP2
81%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
63%

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