Comparison: Minerva F209 vs. Kumho Ecsta HS52 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from (Minerva) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho). Generally, Kumho summer tyres are slightly better rated (70%) than Minerva (25%). In this particular case, the Kumho Ecsta HS52 has a better rating of 76% compared to 33% of the Minerva F209. The first tyre test of Minerva F209 was done in 2023, compared to 2022 when was the Kumho Ecsta HS52 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2024 205/55 R16 test, where both the F209 and the Ecsta HS52 were tested. See more mutual tests below.