Comparison: Nokian zLine vs. Kumho Ecsta PS71 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho). Generally, Kumho summer tyres are slightly better rated (70%) than Nokian (69%). The first tyre test of Nokian zLine was done in 2015, compared to 2018 when was the Kumho Ecsta PS71 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ACE 2018 235/45 R18 test, where both the zLine and the Ecsta PS71 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Nokian zLine dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (75%) of the Kumho Ecsta PS71 also have A wet ratings.