In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli). Generally, Pirelli summer tyres are slightly better rated (79%) than Kumho (58%). The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV was done in 2025, compared to 2024 when was the Pirelli SCORPION first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 255/55 R18 test, where both the Ecsta PS71 SUV and the SCORPION were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 96% of Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (81%) of the Pirelli SCORPION also have A wet ratings.
These tyres were tested together in 1 test(s) with detailed performance data. This page shows you a comprehensive comparison based on actual head-to-head test results instead of general rankings.
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Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results
| Organization | Season | Year | Dimension | Action |
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Autobild
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Summer
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2025 | 255/55 R18 | View |
Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV
Pirelli SCORPION
Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV
Pirelli SCORPION
Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV
Pirelli SCORPION
Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV
Pirelli SCORPION
Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV
Pirelli SCORPION
Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV
Pirelli SCORPION
Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV
Pirelli SCORPION
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