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Comparison: Michelin Primacy 4 vs. Kumho Ecsta PS71

1 mutual test(s) with detailed data
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 (84%) than Kumho (59%). The first tyre test of Michelin Primacy 4 was done in 2019, compared to 2018 when was the Kumho Ecsta PS71 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ADAC 2021 225/50 R17 test, where both the Primacy 4 and the Ecsta PS71 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 53% of Michelin Primacy 4 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (76%) of the Kumho Ecsta PS71 also have A wet ratings. We also know where Primacy 4 is made - Spain/Germany/Poland.

Test Profile

Michelin
Primacy 4
Kumho
Ecsta PS71
Number of tests
20
15
Best position
#1
#2
Average position
3.5
9.0
Latest test
2022
2025
Available sizes
384
225

Performance comparison

Wet Performance
Michelin Primacy 4
67%
Michelin
Primacy 4
Kumho Ecsta PS71
84%
Kumho
Ecsta PS71
Wet Braking
Michelin Primacy 4
84%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
76%
Wet Handling
Michelin Primacy 4
62%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
73%
Wet Circle Cornering
Michelin Primacy 4
78%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
82%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Michelin Primacy 4
61%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
94%
Aquaplaning Cross
Michelin Primacy 4
50%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
94%
Dry Performance
Michelin Primacy 4
94%
Michelin
Primacy 4
Kumho Ecsta PS71
88%
Kumho
Ecsta PS71
Dry Braking
Michelin Primacy 4
94%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
88%
Comfort & Noise
Michelin Primacy 4
72%
Michelin
Primacy 4
Kumho Ecsta PS71
68%
Kumho
Ecsta PS71
Noise Exterior
Michelin Primacy 4
72%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
68%
Noise Interior
Michelin Primacy 4
71%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
67%
Economy
Michelin Primacy 4
89%
Michelin
Primacy 4
Kumho Ecsta PS71
83%
Kumho
Ecsta PS71
Fuel Efficiency
Michelin Primacy 4
84%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
82%
Mileage
Michelin Primacy 4
94%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
83%

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Tests used in comparison

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
ADACADAC
Summer
2021225/50 R17View

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