Comparison: Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) vs. Pirelli Cinturato P7

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 (59%). In this particular case, the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) has a better rating of 85% compared to 75% of the Pirelli Cinturato P7. The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) was done in 2025, compared to 2017 when was the Pirelli Cinturato P7 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) has A wet grip rating, whereas 78% of Pirelli Cinturato P7 has B rating.