Comparison: Kumho WinterCraft WP52 vs. Nokian WR D4 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian). Generally, Nokian winter tyres are slightly better rated (72%) than Kumho (71%). The first tyre test of Kumho WinterCraft WP52 was done in 2022, compared to 2015 when was the Nokian WR D4 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 95% of Kumho WinterCraft WP52 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (97%) of the Nokian WR D4 also have B wet ratings. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the WinterCraft WP52 is made in Korea and WR D4 is made in Finland.