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Comparison: Michelin Primacy 4 vs. Kumho Ecsta PS71

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

Wet

Wet
Michelin Primacy 4
78%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
79%
Wet braking
Michelin Primacy 4
86%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
79%
Aquaplaning - cross
Michelin Primacy 4
59%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
87%
Wet handling
Michelin Primacy 4
77%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
79%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Michelin Primacy 4
73%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
90%
Wet circle cornering
Michelin Primacy 4
83%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
72%
Wet side guide
Michelin Primacy 4
68%
Wet performance
Michelin Primacy 4
80%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
82%

Dry

Dry
Michelin Primacy 4
81%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
72%
Dry braking
Michelin Primacy 4
91%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
76%
Dry handling
Michelin Primacy 4
81%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
81%
Dry driving behavior
Michelin Primacy 4
83%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
67%
Dry steering response
Michelin Primacy 4
86%
Dry lane changing
Michelin Primacy 4
90%
Dry performance
Michelin Primacy 4
90%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
72%

Offroad

Offroad
Michelin Primacy 4
78%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
79%
Grass traction
Michelin Primacy 4
88%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
73%
Gravel traction
Michelin Primacy 4
82%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
78%
Sand traction
Michelin Primacy 4
66%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
87%
Handling on gravel
Michelin Primacy 4
81%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
73%
Mud traction
Michelin Primacy 4
72%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
82%

Comfort

Comfort
Michelin Primacy 4
80%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
67%
Exterior noise
Michelin Primacy 4
78%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
62%
Comfort
Michelin Primacy 4
83%
Interior noise
Michelin Primacy 4
82%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
66%

Costs

Costs
Michelin Primacy 4
88%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
71%
Rolling resistance
Michelin Primacy 4
88%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
73%
Fuel efficiency
Michelin Primacy 4
86%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
83%
Mileage
Michelin Primacy 4
93%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
65%
Price/value
Michelin Primacy 4
83%
Kumho Ecsta PS71
63%

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Mutual Tests Available
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Mutual tests

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
ADACADAC
Summer
2021225/50 R17View

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