Segment
1. Kumho Ecsta HS52 Upper-middle2. Semperit Speed-Life 3 Lowcost
Comparison: Kumho Ecsta HS52 vs. Semperit Speed-Life 3
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When it comes to the summer tyres and their performance, a popular choice to consider is the Kumho Ecsta HS52 and Semperit Speed-Life 3. Both these tyres have been tested in various environments and conditions. However, the Kumho tyre had a definite edge in some aspects with a rating of 78% against 59% of the Semperit tyre on our website.
The Kumho Ecsta HS52, the successor of the Kumho Ecsta HS51, performed exceptionally well in the Autobild and ADAC tests. Scoring the third and eighth positions respectively, it impressed with its wet and dry braking, dry handling and favourable price-value ratio. However, the Kumho tyre's efficiency and sustainability were marked as areas of improvement.
On the other hand, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 did not fare as well in the Autobild test, securing the 43rd position. Notably, in the ADAC test, the Semperit tyre was significantly better, ranking at the 19th place. While the tyre performed well on wet surfaces and showed good efficiency, it was found to have weaknesses when it came to dry surfaces and its environmental score.
In the Autoklub ČR test, the tables were turned with the Semperit tyre ranking higher at the 10th place while the Kumho tyre was at the 13th position.
To summarise, the Kumho Ecsta HS52, distinguished itself due to its convincing performance on wet and dry surfaces and value for money, despite some criticism regarding its comfort. Its strengths lie in dry braking, dry handling, wet braking and price/value ratio.
Meanwhile, the Semperit Speed-Life 3, despite some weaknesses on dry roads and its environmental score, performed well on wet surfaces and showed efficiency and good service life. It could be a good option if you prioritise efficiency and wet road performance.
In regard to the overall performance, the Kumho Ecsta HS52 outperforms the Semperit Speed-Life 3 as per the compiled results from multiple tests. However, tyre selection should also consider personal driving style, vehicle specifications, and specific needs.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
Average position in tests
1. Kumho Ecsta HS52 5.672. Semperit Speed-Life 3 17.77
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Semperit Speed-Life 3 Exemplary2. Kumho Ecsta HS52 Good
Worst rating in test
2. Kumho Ecsta HS52 Good
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - cross
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet braking
Wet handling
Wet circle cornering
Wet braking according to EU label
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Comfort
Outside noise accoring to EU label
Costs
(Overall rating)Mileage
Fuel consumption according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Dry handling
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Dimensions and prices
Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 5 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.
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Mutual tests
| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,4 | 25,8 | |||||
| Kumho Ecsta HS52 | 35,4 | 26,1 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 39,0 | 28,8 | |||||
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| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,6 | 1,7 | |||||
| Kumho Ecsta HS52 Rating: Good | 2,8 | 2,1 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 Rating: Satisfactory | 2,0 | 3,5 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 104,7 | 106 | 103,4 | ||||
| Kumho Ecsta HS52 | 96,9 | 94,3 | 99,5 | ||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 100,6 | 102,5 | 98,6 | ||||
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| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,3 | 1,8 | |||||
| Kumho Ecsta HS52 Rating: Good | 2,7 | 2,3 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 Rating: Good | 2,6 | 2,8 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,7 | 27,5 | |||||
| Kumho Ecsta HS52 | 35,7 | 28,6 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 40 | 33,1 | |||||
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