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Comparison: Semperit Speed-Life 3 vs. Kleber Dynaxer HP4 vs. Kumho Ecsta HS52

The Semperit Speed-Life 3 tyre and the Kleber Dynaxer HP4 tyre, both manufactured for summer use, have been put through extensive tests and reviews to determine their performance and efficiency. Comparing these two models gives us insight into their strengths and weaknesses.


Though the Semperit Speed-Life 3 is a newer model replacing the Speed-Life model, it achieved a rating of 65% in our tests. Semperit's best features as proven by the ADAC test, include mileage efficiency and strong performance in wet braking. However, it has been observed to have drawbacks when it comes to dry road conditions, and there are some reservations on its environmental performance. Still, its efficiency and longevity in wet conditions cannot be overlooked.


Contrarily, the Kleber Dynaxer HP4 received a higher rating of 82% in our evaluations, with the key strengths being comfort and low levels of exterior noise according to the Autobild test. Additionally, the HP4 demonstrates good performance on dry roads and low fuel consumption as indicated in ADAC's 2021 test. On the flip side, the tyre appears to have an increased level of wear and tear and shows some weaknesses on wet road. Regardless, its overall performance and comfort stand out.


Comparing the two tyres, the Kleber Dynaxer HP4 performed relatively better than the Semperit Speed-Life 3 according to our rating system. When it comes to their test positions, both tyres fell within close range with the Semperit tyre taking the 12th position and the Kleber tyre close behind in 14th position in a total of 53 tyres tested by Autobild. Within the ADAC test of 17 tyres, the Semperit tyre scored the 10th position closely followed by Kleber in 11th place.


In essence, while both tyres have areas with room for improvement, the Kleber Dynaxer HP4 stands out as the better performer, especially with its low noise levels, comfort, and dry-road efficiency, and had the higher overall rating of 82%.

Test Profile

Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Kleber
Dynaxer HP4
Kumho
Ecsta HS52
Number of tests
14
11
10
Best position
#2
#1
#2
Average position
18.1
11.6
6.0
Latest test
2026
2024
2026
Available sizes
116
121
104

Wet

Wet
Semperit Speed-Life 3
79%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
62%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
Aquaplaning - cross
Semperit Speed-Life 3
80%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
64%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
66%
Wet braking
Semperit Speed-Life 3
79%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
69%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
80%
Wet handling
Semperit Speed-Life 3
75%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
56%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
79%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Semperit Speed-Life 3
79%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
70%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
Wet circle cornering
Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
63%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
89%
Wet performance
Semperit Speed-Life 3
89%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
64%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
55%

Comfort

Comfort
Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
77%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
Exterior noise
Semperit Speed-Life 3
78%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
81%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
Interior noise
Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
67%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
71%
Comfort
Semperit Speed-Life 3
56%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
80%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
76%

Dry

Dry
Semperit Speed-Life 3
66%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
70%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
87%
Dry braking
Semperit Speed-Life 3
69%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
75%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
89%
Dry driving behavior
Semperit Speed-Life 3
69%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
74%
Dry handling
Semperit Speed-Life 3
61%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
66%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
85%
Dry performance
Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
77%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
72%

Costs

Costs
Semperit Speed-Life 3
72%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
76%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
76%
Mileage
Semperit Speed-Life 3
76%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
66%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
79%
Rolling resistance
Semperit Speed-Life 3
65%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
78%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
70%
Price/value
Semperit Speed-Life 3
81%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4
75%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
97%

Dimensions and prices

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Mutual tests

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2024205/55 R16View
ADACADAC
Summer
2023205/55 R16View
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2022215/55 R17View

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