Comparison: Kumho WinterCraft WP52+ vs. Continental WinterContact TS 870

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (Continental). Generally, Continental winter tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Kumho (63%). In this particular case, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 has a better rating of 99% compared to 87% of the Kumho WinterCraft WP52+. The first tyre test of Kumho WinterCraft WP52+ was done in 2025, compared to 2020 when was the Continental WinterContact TS 870 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 77% of Kumho WinterCraft WP52+ dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (82%) of the Continental WinterContact TS 870 also have B wet ratings.