Comparison: Kumho Ecsta HS52 vs. Hankook ION FlexClimate

In this comparison, both of the tyres are made by a brand from South Korea. Generally, Hankook summer tyres are slightly better rated (80%) than Kumho (59%). In this particular case, the Hankook ION FlexClimate has a better rating of 90% compared to 74% of the Kumho Ecsta HS52. The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta HS52 was done in 2022, compared to 2025 when was the Hankook ION FlexClimate first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 75% of Kumho Ecsta HS52 has A wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Hankook ION FlexClimate has B rating.