Comparison: Kumho WinterCraft WP52 vs. Barum Polaris 6

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (Barum). Barum is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Barum winter tyres are slightly better rated (73%) than Kumho (63%). In this particular case, the Barum Polaris 6 has a better rating of 83% compared to 55% of the Kumho WinterCraft WP52. The first tyre test of Kumho WinterCraft WP52 was done in 2022, compared to 2025 when was the Barum Polaris 6 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 94% of Kumho WinterCraft WP52 has B wet grip rating, whereas 87% of Barum Polaris 6 has C rating. We also know where WinterCraft WP52 is made - Korea.