Comparison: Kumho Ecsta HS52 vs. Petlas Imperium PT515

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from (Petlas). Generally, Kumho summer tyres are slightly better rated (59%) than Petlas (37%). In this particular case, the Kumho Ecsta HS52 has a better rating of 74% compared to 37% of the Petlas Imperium PT515. The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta HS52 was done in 2022, compared to 2019 when was the Petlas Imperium PT515 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2024 205/55 R16 test, where both the Ecsta HS52 and the Imperium PT515 were tested. See more mutual tests below.