Comparison: Pirelli Cinturato (C3) vs. Kumho Ecsta HS52

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho). Generally, Pirelli summer tyres are slightly better rated (79%) than Kumho (59%). In this particular case, the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) has a better rating of 96% compared to 74% of the Kumho Ecsta HS52. The first tyre test of Pirelli Cinturato (C3) was done in 2025, compared to 2022 when was the Kumho Ecsta HS52 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ADAC 2026 225/50 R17 test, where both the Cinturato (C3) and the Ecsta HS52 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Pirelli Cinturato (C3) dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (75%) of the Kumho Ecsta HS52 also have A wet ratings.