Comparison: Vredestein Ultrac+ vs. Kumho Ecsta HS52

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Holland (Vredestein) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho). Generally, Kumho summer tyres are slightly better rated (59%) than Vredestein (34%). In this particular case, the Kumho Ecsta HS52 has a better rating of 74% compared to 50% of the Vredestein Ultrac+. The first tyre test of Vredestein Ultrac+ was done in 2026, 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 Ultrac+ and the Ecsta HS52 were tested.