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Comparison: Michelin Primacy 4 vs. Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)

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 2025 when was the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 53% of Michelin Primacy 4 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) also have A wet ratings. We also know where Primacy 4 is made - Spain/Germany/Poland.

Test Profile

Michelin
Primacy 4
Kumho
Ecsta Sport (PS72)
Number of tests
20
3
Best position
#1
#1
Average position
3.5
4.0
Latest test
2022
2026
Available sizes
384
54

Wet

Wet
Michelin Primacy 4
78%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
69%
Wet braking
Michelin Primacy 4
86%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
62%
Aquaplaning - cross
Michelin Primacy 4
59%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
73%
Wet handling
Michelin Primacy 4
77%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
69%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Michelin Primacy 4
73%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
75%
Wet circle cornering
Michelin Primacy 4
83%
Wet side guide
Michelin Primacy 4
68%

Dry

Dry
Michelin Primacy 4
81%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
71%
Dry braking
Michelin Primacy 4
91%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
69%
Dry handling
Michelin Primacy 4
81%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
71%
Dry driving behavior
Michelin Primacy 4
83%
Dry lane changing
Michelin Primacy 4
90%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
75%
Dry steering response
Michelin Primacy 4
86%

Offroad

Offroad
Michelin Primacy 4
78%
Gravel traction
Michelin Primacy 4
82%
Grass traction
Michelin Primacy 4
88%

Comfort

Comfort
Michelin Primacy 4
80%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
52%
Exterior noise
Michelin Primacy 4
78%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
52%
Comfort
Michelin Primacy 4
83%
Interior noise
Michelin Primacy 4
82%

Costs

Costs
Michelin Primacy 4
88%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
76%
Rolling resistance
Michelin Primacy 4
88%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
76%
Mileage
Michelin Primacy 4
93%
Fuel efficiency
Michelin Primacy 4
86%

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