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%). The first tyre test of Michelin Primacy 4 was done in 2019, compared to 2022 when was the Kumho Ecsta HS52 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2022 215/55 R17 test, where both the Primacy 4 and the Ecsta HS52 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 53% of Michelin Primacy 4 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (75%) of the Kumho Ecsta HS52 also have A wet ratings. We also know where Primacy 4 is made - Spain/Germany/Poland.
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.
You can explore discipline-by-discipline comparisons, view the spider chart, check price differences, and see which tests were used for this analysis. Or view the general comparison →
Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results
| Organization | Season | Year | Dimension | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobild
|
Summer
|
2022 | 215/55 R17 | View |
Michelin Primacy 4
Kumho Ecsta HS52
Michelin Primacy 4
Kumho Ecsta HS52
Michelin Primacy 4
Kumho Ecsta HS52
Michelin Primacy 4
Kumho Ecsta HS52
Michelin Primacy 4
Kumho Ecsta HS52
Visual comparison of all performance categories from mutual tests.
Compare prices across all available dimensions for these tyres.