Comparison: Kumho Ecsta HS52 vs. Michelin e.Primacy

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (84%) than Kumho (59%). In this particular case, the Kumho Ecsta HS52 has a better rating of 74% compared to 71% of the Michelin e.Primacy. The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta HS52 was done in 2022, compared to 2023 when was the Michelin e.Primacy first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ADAC 2023 205/55 R16 test, where both the Ecsta HS52 and the e.Primacy were 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 Michelin e.Primacy has B rating.