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Comparison: Kumho Ecsta PS71 vs. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 vs. Michelin Primacy 4+ vs. Falken e.Ziex

The Kumho Ecsta PS71 is a summer tyre boasting an average overall rating of 68%. According to AutoBild's tests, it ranks 12th out of 50 tyres, revealing its well-balanced performance and satisfying handling qualities. It particularly stands out for its aquaplaning performance, named as one of its best features in the ACE's test where it secured the 7th position out of 10. Despite these strong features, the Kumho tire demonstrated a slightly higher driving noise. As of today, there are no newer models that have replaced this tyre. More details are available on our Kumho Ecsta PS71 page. Also discover more from Kumho, the manufacturer.


The Pirelli P ZERO PZ4, is an Ultra High Performance (UUHP) summer tyre with an impressive overall rating of 85%. In the AutoBild's test, it stands out as the 3rd best out of 50 tyres tested, highlighting its excellent dry handling, wet braking, wet circle cornering, and wet handling. This tyre also secures 5th position in the ACE test emphasizing its objective wet handling performance. However, discomfort could arise from limited mileage and higher pricing. No newer tyres have replaced this model yet. More information can be found on the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 page. Visit Pirelli for more of their products.


After considering both tyres, the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 takes the lead in overall tests, having excelled in a broader range of categories, proving to be a reliable UUHP summer tyre. However, consumers looking for a budget-friendly option with balanced performance may opt for the Kumho Ecsta PS71; despite showing higher driving noise, it offers reasonable pricing and decent handling capacities.

Test Profile

Kumho
Ecsta PS71
Pirelli
P ZERO PZ4
Michelin
Primacy 4+
Falken
e.Ziex
Number of tests
15
14
13
3
Best position
#2
#2
#1
#2
Average position
9.0
5.5
4.3
3.7
Latest test
2025
2025
2025
2025
Available sizes
225
706
123
34

Wet

Wet
Kumho Ecsta PS71
79%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
83%
Michelin Primacy 4+
75%
Falken e.Ziex
75%
Wet handling
Kumho Ecsta PS71
79%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
90%
Michelin Primacy 4+
78%
Falken e.Ziex
69%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Kumho Ecsta PS71
90%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
76%
Michelin Primacy 4+
79%
Falken e.Ziex
68%
Wet braking
Kumho Ecsta PS71
79%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
78%
Michelin Primacy 4+
79%
Falken e.Ziex
87%
Aquaplaning - cross
Kumho Ecsta PS71
87%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
68%
Michelin Primacy 4+
72%
Falken e.Ziex
61%
Wet circle cornering
Kumho Ecsta PS71
72%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
89%
Michelin Primacy 4+
78%
Falken e.Ziex
77%

Dry

Dry
Kumho Ecsta PS71
72%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
77%
Michelin Primacy 4+
80%
Falken e.Ziex
85%
Dry braking
Kumho Ecsta PS71
76%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
80%
Michelin Primacy 4+
87%
Falken e.Ziex
88%
Dry handling
Kumho Ecsta PS71
81%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
82%
Michelin Primacy 4+
83%
Falken e.Ziex
81%

Offroad

Offroad
Kumho Ecsta PS71
79%

Comfort

Comfort
Kumho Ecsta PS71
67%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
75%
Michelin Primacy 4+
86%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Exterior noise
Kumho Ecsta PS71
62%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
77%
Michelin Primacy 4+
77%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Comfort
Kumho Ecsta PS71
72%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
74%
Michelin Primacy 4+
83%
Falken e.Ziex
78%

Costs

Costs
Kumho Ecsta PS71
71%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
52%
Michelin Primacy 4+
80%
Falken e.Ziex
80%
Rolling resistance
Kumho Ecsta PS71
73%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
59%
Michelin Primacy 4+
82%
Falken e.Ziex
95%
Mileage
Kumho Ecsta PS71
65%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
49%
Michelin Primacy 4+
91%
Falken e.Ziex
60%
Price/value
Kumho Ecsta PS71
63%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
28%
Michelin Primacy 4+
51%
Falken e.Ziex
60%

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