Segment
1. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Upper-middle2. Laufenn S Fit EQ+ LK01 Lowcost
Comparison: Kumho Ecsta PS71 vs. Laufenn S Fit EQ+ LK01
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The
Kumho Ecsta PS71 is a summer tyre that does not have a newer model replacing it. Manufactured by Kumho, this tyre has an overall rating of 76% on our website. The Ecsta PS71 has shown exceptional performance in various tyre tests. For instance, it secured the 12th position in a field of 50 tyres in the Autobild test, excelling in handling aquaplaning - longitudinal, comfort, wet braking, and wet handling. In the ADAC test, it rose to an impressive 3rd position out of 17 thanks to its superior cross and longitudinal aquaplaning capabilities.
Another highlight about the Kumho Ecsta PS71 is its well-rounded performance, demonstrating particularly excellent capabilities on wet surfaces, as revealed in the ADAC 2021 summary. One possible disadvantage noted was its slightly elevated vehicular noise level mentioned in the Autobild 2025 summary. Nevertheless, this issue is compensated by its high performance, handling quality, short wet and dry braking distance, and fair price.
On the other hand, the
Laufenn S Fit EQ+ LK01 is another tyre we've noticed, manufactured by Laufenn. Unfortunately, this tyre did not fare as well in the Autobild test, coming in 26th out of 50. Its performance in ADAC's test mirrored these results, ranking 14th out of 17.
While our reviewers have yet to rate the Laufenn S Fit EQ+ LK01, its performance in professional tyre tests indicates that it might not provide the overall balanced performance frequently found in higher-rated tyres. However, it's important to remember that tyre performance can vary based on many factors, including vehicle type and individual driving habits.
In conclusion, the Kumho Ecsta PS71 stands as a strong choice for a summer tyre, displaying top-notch performance in handling and wet surface conditions. Despite a slight noise issue, its fair pricing and solid performance make it a well-rounded and highly recommended tyre. On the other hand, the Laufenn S Fit EQ+ LK01 does not fare as well in the tests, but this doesn't rule out that it may still be a suitable choice under certain circumstances or specific vehicle requirements.
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Best rating in test
1. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Highly recommended2. Laufenn S Fit EQ+ LK01 Satisfactory
Worst rating in test
1. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Conditionally recommended2. Laufenn S Fit EQ+ LK01 Sufficient
Wet
(Overall rating)Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Offroad
(Overall rating)Comfort
(Overall rating)Outside noise accoring to EU label
Costs
(Overall rating)Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual tests
| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32.6 | 27.4 | |||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 | 34.2 | 27.4 | |||||
| Laufenn S Fit EQ+ LK01 | 34.9 | 29.7 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 58.1 | 24.8 | |||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 | 61.7 | 26.6 | |||||
| Laufenn S Fit EQ+ LK01 | 66.3 | 29.6 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | |||
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| Best values in test | 2,0 | 1,5 | 2,6 | 1,5 | |||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 Rating: Good | 2,2 | 2,5 | 3,2 | 2,0 | |||
| Laufenn S Fit EQ+ LK01 Rating: Satisfactory | 3,3 | 2,5 | 2,9 | 2,5 | |||
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