Comparison: Kumho WinterCraft WP52 vs. Pirelli P Zero Winter

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 winter tyres are slightly better rated (71%) than Kumho (63%). In this particular case, the Kumho WinterCraft WP52 has a better rating of 55% compared to 48% of the Pirelli P Zero Winter. The first tyre test of Kumho WinterCraft WP52 was done in 2022, compared to 2024 when was the Pirelli P Zero Winter first tested. Important for this comparison is also the AUTOBILD 2024 245/45 R18 test, where both the WinterCraft WP52 and the P Zero Winter were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 95% of Kumho WinterCraft WP52 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (77%) of the Pirelli P Zero Winter also have B wet ratings. We also know where WinterCraft WP52 is made - Korea.