Comparison: Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV vs. Bridgestone Turanza 6 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Bridgestone). Generally, Bridgestone summer tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than Kumho (70%). In this particular case, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 has a better rating of 81% compared to 75% of the Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV. The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV was done in 2025, compared to 2023 when was the Bridgestone Turanza 6 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 255/55 R18 test, where both the Ecsta PS71 SUV and the Turanza 6 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 94% of Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (77%) of the Bridgestone Turanza 6 also have A wet ratings.