Comparison: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV vs. Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV
In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than Kumho (58%). In this particular case, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV has a better rating of 93% compared to 64% of the Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV. The first tyre test of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV was done in 2020, compared to 2025 when was the Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 255/55 R18 test, where both the Pilot Sport 4 SUV and the Ecsta PS71 SUV were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 77% of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (96%) of the Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV also have A wet ratings. We also know where Pilot Sport 4 SUV is made - Poland/Spain.
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These tyres were tested together in 1 test(s) with detailed performance data. This page shows you a comprehensive comparison based on actual head-to-head test results instead of general rankings.
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Mutual tests overview
Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results
Tests used in comparison (1)
| Organization | Season | Year | Dimension | Action |
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Autobild
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Summer
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2025 | 255/55 R18 | View |
Performance comparison
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV
Performance spider chart
Visual comparison of all performance categories from mutual tests.
Dimensions and prices
Compare prices across all available dimensions for these tyres.
