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Kumho Ecowing ES31 vs Kumho Ecsta HS52 — Compared

Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 0 + 7 road tests and 9,892 + 2,365 owner reviews. How we score

Ecsta HS52 is ahead, 80–63

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Kumho Ecowing ES31
Tire AKumho

Ecowing ES31

Summer

± 8

Tests – · none yet Owners 62 · 9,892 reviews

“Certa vez, nos comentários de um vídeo sobre pneus no YouTube, vi a galera que trabalha com Uber falando bem do Ecowing ES31, relatando que tem ótima durabilidade. Resolvi arriscar e coloquei, são ótimos mesmo, já rodei 18 mil km e estão impecáveis ainda.”

Kumho Ecsta HS52
Tire BKumho

Ecsta HS52

Summer

± 4

Tests 84 · 7 tests Owners 74 · 2,365 reviews

Best test result: #1 of 21 in 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test (dry braking)

“I have kuhmo ecsta hs52's on my renault megane during spring and summer and they are really good. No complaints at all. My milage did go up a little bit but that's it”

Category by category

Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.

  1. 64

    Dry

    Ecsta HS52 +19
    83
    Why this score
    SourceEcowing ES31Ecsta HS52
    Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 7 tests≈ 66 (est.)86
    Reviews found online6279

    Ecowing ES31: 60% × 65.7 (est.) + 40% × 62.4 = 64

    Ecsta HS52: 60% × 86.4 + 40% × 78.7 = 83

    No road tests of dry for Ecowing ES31. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.42).

  2. 63

    Wet

    Ecsta HS52 +22
    85
    Why this score
    SourceEcowing ES31Ecsta HS52
    Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 7 tests≈ 65 (est.)90
    Reviews found online6077

    Ecowing ES31: 60% × 64.9 (est.) + 40% × 60.2 = 63

    Ecsta HS52: 60% × 89.9 + 40% × 76.5 = 85

    No road tests of wet for Ecowing ES31. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.55).

  3. 64

    Comfort

    Ecsta HS52 +3
    67
    Why this score
    SourceEcowing ES31Ecsta HS52
    Professional tests (TWG score)≈ 68 (est.)≈ 69 (est.)
    Reviews found online6166

    Ecowing ES31: 40% × 67.7 (est.) + 60% × 61.3 = 64

    Ecsta HS52: 40% × 68.6 (est.) + 60% × 66 = 67

    No road tests of comfort for Ecowing ES31 or Ecsta HS52. The test half is the tested tires’ average (69): owners’ comfort ratings barely follow the road tests.

  4. –

    Noise

    No comparison
    65
    Why this score
    SourceEcowing ES31Ecsta HS52
    Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 3 tests–64
    Reviews found online–≈ 67 (est.)

    Ecsta HS52: 60% × 63.8 + 40% × 66.6 (est.) = 65

    No owner ratings of noise for Ecsta HS52. The owner half is the owners’ average (67): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests, so the tests say nothing about how owners would rate it.

  5. 65

    Treadwear

    Ecsta HS52 +10
    75
    Why this score
    SourceEcowing ES31Ecsta HS52
    Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 5 tests≈ 66 (est.)80
    Reviews found online6567

    Ecowing ES31: 60% × 65.6 (est.) + 40% × 64.7 = 65

    Ecsta HS52: 60% × 80.1 + 40% × 67.2 = 75

    No road tests of treadwear for Ecowing ES31. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.35).

  6. 56

    Handling (owners)

    Ecsta HS52 +21
    77
    Why this score
    SourceEcowing ES31Ecsta HS52
    Reviews found online5677
  7. –

    Efficiency

    No comparison
    43
    Why this score
    SourceEcowing ES31Ecsta HS52
    Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 5 tests–43
Scores at a glance
Kumho Ecowing ES31 vs Kumho Ecsta HS52: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryKumho Ecowing ES31Kumho Ecsta HS52
Relative Score 63 80
Dry 64 83
Wet 63 85
Comfort 64 67
Noise – 65
Treadwear 65 75
Handling (owners) 56 77
Efficiency – 43

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Ecowing ES31

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Ecsta HS52

Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.

The professional test results behind the scores

Per discipline: the average % of the best tire over every test both tires were in, and how many of those tests each one won. “Different tests” rows compare results from separate tests.

DisciplineCategoryEcowing ES31Ecsta HS52ΔHead-to-head
Also published by the testers (not in the score)
Overall Ranking Overall #9/18 2022 ADAC 16" SUV Summer Tyre Test #9/16 2026 ADAC Summer Tyre Test – Different tests

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Ecowing ES31

Pros

  • Exceptional value and affordability compared to premium brand alternatives
  • Low road noise and enhanced ride comfort over bumps and speed humps
  • Improved fuel economy and reduced rolling resistance

Cons

  • Polarizing wet weather performance, with some users reporting frightening losses of traction
  • Soft sidewalls that can feel vague during quick lane changes or lead to vulnerability against curbs and potholes
  • Occasional reports of accelerated or uneven tread wear on outer shoulders
All owner themes in the Ecowing ES31 review

Tire B Ecsta HS52

Pros

  • Excellent wet and dry weather traction
  • Low road noise and quiet operation
  • Smooth and comfortable ride quality

Cons

  • A few reports of accelerated or abnormal tread wear
  • Slightly sensitive to tire pressure regarding comfort
  • Occasional complaints of high-speed vibration or imbalance early on
All owner themes in the Ecsta HS52 review

What real owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score

Tire A

Kumho Ecowing ES31

Mixed

The Kumho Ecowing ES31 is generally viewed as an affordable, budget-friendly mid-range summer tire that offers good durability and dry grip, making it popular among commuters and rideshare drivers. However, opinions are mixed regarding its wet weather performance, with some users reporting poor wet grip while others find it acceptable for cautious, everyday driving.

Top themes
#Cost effectiveness and value#Wet weather grip#Treadwear and durability#Budget tier limitations#Urban commuting suitability

Based on 12 community posts

Tire B

Kumho Ecsta HS52

Mixed

The Kumho Ecsta HS52 receives a polarized mix of reviews from the community, praised by many for its rigid sidewalls, strong dry grip, sharp steering responsiveness, and great value compared to premium alternatives. However, some users report disappointing wet weather performance, potential issues with aquaplaning resistance, and inconsistent test results across different sizes. Overall, it is viewed as a solid mid-range option, though experiences with wet traction and longevity vary significantly among drivers.

r/TyreReviews ·1 upvote ·2026-01-22

“Bad i have hs52 on my audi a3 8l quattro 1.8t i have no grip with rain.. Like cant corner fast it just goes straight... Dry its fine but wet forget it. My oncle has the same experience with kuhmo on his bmw 118 diesel he got some rims and they had pretty good threats kumho on it. He said all it wanted was to drift and spin out. He said a couple of times it did a 180 he said never again i said same don't trust my car with these tyres. Im gonna get some new rim 17" and Goodyear asymmetric 6. To replace my 16" stock rims with kumho... I have had bad tyres but never this bad. Like 1 ere prix were even better in my Mercedes even doh they became ovals.”

r/CarTalkUK ·1 upvote ·2025-01-11

“I have kuhmo ecsta hs52's on my renault megane during spring and summer and they are really good. No complaints at all. My milage did go up a little bit but that's it”

r/tires ·3 upvotes ·2025-09-23

“What’s up with these tyres? Kumho ectsa hs52 date code 3923, tyres are (UK) legal regards tread but I can’t imagine this damage is normal. Both front tyres have this, looks like the tread is tearing apart in multiple places. I did not fit these tyres but it was mot’d 3 months ago and has done 2k miles since. I’ve owned the car 11 months but only noticed this very recently. I am getting them replaced on Monday with little use before then but I’m curious how this has happened. Is it just a shit brand? Wear is even across the face so I don’t think it would be the alignment or anything to do with the car and the damage is random across the contact patch. It’s a Peugeot 508 2l diesel so quite a bit of weight on the nose. Fitting Bridgestone Turanza 6. Rear tyres are good, but a different brand (horizon horace 2122 date)”

Top themes
#Dry grip and handling#Wet weather performance#Sidewall stiffness#Price and value#Comparison with competitors#Fuel economy and weight#Tread wear and durability

Based on 17 community posts

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Kumho Ecowing ES31 B · Kumho Ecsta HS52
CategorySummerSummer
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Sizes available3953
Rim diameters13″ – 18″14″ – 20″
Sizes in common1414

Which one should you actually buy?

Kumho Ecowing ES31

Kumho Ecsta HS52

Winner: Kumho Ecsta HS52 — better wet, handling and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Kumho Ecsta HS52 scores 85 vs 63 on wet.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Kumho Ecsta HS52 scores 77 vs 56 on handling.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Kumho Ecsta HS52 scores 83 vs 64 on dry.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Kumho Ecsta HS52 scores 75 vs 65 on treadwear.

Tire A · Kumho Ecowing ES31
Tire B · Kumho Ecsta HS52

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Ecowing ES31 or Ecsta HS52?

Which is better in the wet, Ecowing ES31 or Ecsta HS52?

Kumho Ecsta HS52, 85 vs 63 on our wet score.

Which grips better on dry roads, Ecowing ES31 or Ecsta HS52?

Kumho Ecsta HS52, 83 vs 64 on our dry score.

Which is more comfortable, Ecowing ES31 or Ecsta HS52?

Kumho Ecsta HS52, 67 vs 64 on our comfort score.

Which lasts longer, Ecowing ES31 or Ecsta HS52?

Kumho Ecsta HS52, 75 vs 65 on our treadwear score.

How do we compare tires?

Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.

Handling is the exception: road tests measure it inside the dry and wet scores, so its own row comes from owner ratings only and starts as less important.

Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score. Full methodology