Tests 68 · 14 tests Owners 69 · 8,204 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 18 in 2025 ADAC Summer Tyre Test (straight aquaplaning)
“Those are Kumho Ecsta PS71s, thread width is supposed to be 245mm, the actual one is hardly 235. How so?”
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Kumho Ecsta PS71 vs Yokohama Advan Sport V107 — 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 14 + 10 road tests and 8,204 + 166 owner reviews. How we score
Ecsta PS71 leads, 68–65 Narrow edge
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Tests 70 · 10 tests Owners 57 · 166 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 9 in 2025 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test (dry braking)
Category by category
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
Key facts
- In 5 tests that measured dry braking for both, Ecsta PS71 won 0 and Advan Sport V107 won 4 (average 96% vs 98% of the best).
- In 5 tests that measured wet braking for both, Ecsta PS71 won 3 and Advan Sport V107 won 2 (average 96% vs 92% of the best).
- In 3 tests that measured straight aquaplaning for both, Ecsta PS71 won 3 and Advan Sport V107 won 0 (average 98% vs 93% of the best).
- In 3 tests that measured noise for both, Ecsta PS71 won 0 and Advan Sport V107 won 3 (average 96% vs 97% of the best).
- In 3 tests that measured wear for both, Ecsta PS71 won 3 and Advan Sport V107 won 0 (average 63% vs 55% of the best).
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75
Dry
Advan Sport V107 +1085Why this score
Source Ecsta PS71 Advan Sport V107 Professional tests (TWG score) · 12 / 10 tests 78 98 Reviews found online 72 65 Dry Braking (% of best) · 5 shared tests · wins 0–4 96% 98% Dry Handling (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 0–2 98% 99% Ecsta PS71: 60% × 77.6 + 40% × 71.7 = 75
Advan Sport V107: 60% × 97.6 + 40% × 64.9 = 85
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85
Wet
Ecsta PS71 +1075Why this score
Source Ecsta PS71 Advan Sport V107 Professional tests (TWG score) · 13 / 10 tests 92 83 Reviews found online 75 64 Curved Aquaplaning (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 1–1 88% 89% Straight Aquaplaning (% of best) · 3 shared tests · wins 3–0 98% 93% Wet Braking (% of best) · 5 shared tests · wins 3–2 96% 92% Wet Braking (concrete) (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0 95% 91% Wet Circle (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0 99% 94% Wet Handling (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 1–1 98% 97% Ecsta PS71: 60% × 91.9 + 40% × 74.7 = 85
Advan Sport V107: 60% × 82.6 + 40% × 63.9 = 75
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69
Comfort
Ecsta PS71 +2247Why this score
Source Ecsta PS71 Advan Sport V107 Professional tests (TWG score) · 2 / 3 tests 75 42 Reviews found online 65 50 Comfort (tester's mark) (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0 94% 78% Ecsta PS71: 40% × 74.6 + 60% × 65.3 = 69
Advan Sport V107: 40% × 41.7 + 60% × 49.9 = 47
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36
Noise
Advan Sport V107 +1450Why this score
Source Ecsta PS71 Advan Sport V107 Professional tests (TWG score) · 8 / 5 tests 16 43 Reviews found online ≈ 66 (est.) 61 Noise (% of best) · 3 shared tests · wins 0–3 96% 97% Ecsta PS71: 60% × 15.6 + 40% × 66.3 (est.) = 36
Advan Sport V107: 60% × 43.3 + 40% × 60.9 = 50
No owner ratings of noise for Ecsta PS71. The owner half is the owners’ average (66): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests, so the tests say nothing about how owners would rate it.
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52
Treadwear
Ecsta PS71 +745Why this score
Source Ecsta PS71 Advan Sport V107 Professional tests (TWG score) · 6 / 4 tests 46 47 Reviews found online 60 42 Abrasion (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0 51% 46% Wear (% of best) · 3 shared tests · wins 3–0 63% 55% Ecsta PS71: 60% × 46 + 40% × 59.9 = 52
Advan Sport V107: 60% × 46.6 + 40% × 42.2 = 45
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73
Handling (owners)
Ecsta PS71 +865Why this score
Source Ecsta PS71 Advan Sport V107 Reviews found online 73 65 -
48
Efficiency
Ecsta PS71 +3810Why this score
Source Ecsta PS71 Advan Sport V107 Professional tests (TWG score) · 7 / 7 tests 48 10 Fuel Consumption (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–0 93% 93% Rolling Resistance (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 2–0 86% 72%
Scores at a glance
| Category | Kumho Ecsta PS71 | Yokohama Advan Sport V107 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 68 | 65 |
| Dry | 75 | 85 |
| Wet | 85 | 75 |
| Comfort | 69 | 47 |
| Noise | 36 | 50 |
| Treadwear | 52 | 45 |
| Handling (owners) | 73 | 65 |
| Efficiency | 48 | 10 |
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Headline score
68
/ 100
Ecsta PS71
65
/ 100
Advan Sport V107
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.
In the overall rankings of 5 tests that ran both, Kumho Ecsta PS71 finished ahead 3 times and Yokohama Advan Sport V107 2 times.
| Discipline | Category | Ecsta PS71 | Advan Sport V107 | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 96% | 98% | −2.2 | 0–4 in 5 shared tests Newest: 2025 Summer Tyre Test Shootout · 225/40 R18 |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% | 99% | −1.1 | 0–2 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tyre Test · 225/40 R18 |
| Dry Handling (tester's mark) | Dry | 92% #2/9 · 2023 ACE/ARBÖ/GTÜ 2023 Summer Tire Test R18 | 99% #2/7 · Top Tire Review 2026 UHP Tyre Test: Big Brands vs Challengers | – | Different tests |
| Curved Aquaplaning | Wet | 88% | 89% | −1.7 | 1–1 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2025 ADAC Summer Tyre Test · 225/40 R18 |
| Straight Aquaplaning | Wet | 98% | 93% | +4.3 | 3–0 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2025 ADAC Summer Tyre Test · 225/40 R18 |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 96% | 92% | +4.3 | 3–2 in 5 shared tests Newest: 2025 Summer Tyre Test Shootout · 225/40 R18 |
| Wet Braking (concrete) | Wet | 95% | 91% | +4.3 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2025 ADAC Summer Tyre Test · 225/40 R18 |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 99% | 94% | +4.4 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tyre Test · 225/40 R18 |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 98% | 97% | +1.3 | 1–1 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tyre Test · 225/40 R18 |
| Wet Handling (tester's mark) | Wet | 89% #4/9 · 2023 ACE/ARBÖ/GTÜ 2023 Summer Tire Test R18 | 96% #6/7 · Top Tire Review 2026 UHP Tyre Test: Big Brands vs Challengers | – | Different tests |
| Comfort (tester's mark) | Comfort | 94% | 78% | +16.0 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tyre Test · 225/40 R18 |
| Noise | Noise | 96% | 97% | −1.3 | 0–3 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2025 ADAC Summer Tyre Test · 225/40 R18 |
| Abrasion | Treadwear | 51% | 46% | +5.0 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2025 ADAC Summer Tyre Test · 225/40 R18 |
| Wear | Treadwear | 63% | 55% | +8.0 | 3–0 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2025 ADAC Summer Tyre Test · 225/40 R18 |
| Fuel Consumption | Efficiency | 93% | 93% | 0.0 | 0–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2025 ADAC Summer Tyre Test · 225/40 R18 |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 86% | 72% | +14.1 | 2–0 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tyre Test · 225/40 R18 |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Price | Cost | 83% | 74% | +9.2 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Cost | #7/20 | #18/20 | – | 2–0 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tyre Test · 225/40 R18 |
| Value | Cost | 65% | 51% | +14.7 | 3–0 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2025 ADAC Summer Tyre Test · 225/40 R18 |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #4/52 | #14/52 | – | 3–2 in 5 shared tests Newest: 2025 Summer Tyre Test Shootout · 225/40 R18 |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A Ecsta PS71
Pros
- Outstanding wet weather grip and aquaplaning resistance
- High value for money compared to tier-one premium brands
- Predictable handling and solid cornering stability in both dry and wet conditions
Cons
- Noticeable road noise or droning at motorway speeds on certain vehicles
- Occasional reports of balancing difficulties or out-of-round/egg-shaped tires
- Softer sidewalls can lead to slightly vague steering response around center or tread block movement
Tire B Advan Sport V107
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and high-speed stability
- Stiff sidewalls providing direct and responsive steering
- Competitively priced compared to tier-1 performance alternatives
Cons
- Rapid tread wear and short lifespan (often lasting between 5,000 to 12,000 miles)
- Noticeable road noise on certain rough or worn highway surfaces
- Reduced grip in very cold temperatures or standing water as the tire ages
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Positive
Kumho Ecsta PS71
Community members generally view the Kumho Ecsta PS71 as a capable and reliable mid-range ultra-high performance tire offering solid grip and value for money compared to premium alternatives. While perceived as good once warmed up, some drivers note that it does not quite reach the ultimate grip level of top-tier brands and question its tread wear longevity.
r/tires
·5 upvotes ·2022-10-17
“Those are Kumho Ecsta PS71s, thread width is supposed to be 245mm, the actual one is hardly 235. How so?”
r/TyreReviews
·1 upvote ·2026-06-17
“Kumho PS71 Question Replaced an older (2021 or 2022 production) set of ps71 with a new set (production 39-42 week of 2024) and noticed something on the new sidewalls I hadn't seen on the old ones. The new ones have ps71 with either a 1 or a 2 under it right above the bead in very small text. I'm curious what they mean if anything at all.”
bimmerforums.co.uk
·1 upvote ·2024-05-05
“On Blackcircles all the 245/40 R19 ditch finders cost around £100 and have a poor wet grip & all the decent mid range cost around £170 and have A rated wet grip. Would you risk it for £240? I know I wouldn't. The cheapest A wet rated is a Kuhmo Ecsta PS71 at £136 if you really want to keep the cost down. If you want a relatively soft comfortable tyre then a Hankook S1 Evo 3 is an excellent choice.”
Top themes
#value for money#wet and dry grip#tire wear longevity#sporty handling performance#warm up temperature behavior#mid-range alternative comparison
Based on 23 community posts
Tire B
Yokohama Advan Sport V107
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Kumho Ecsta PS71 | B · Yokohama Advan Sport V107 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer | Summer |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 133 | 136 |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 22″ | 16″ – 24″ |
| Tread depth | — | 8/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 240 A A |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 50 psi |
| Sizes in common | 72 | 72 |
Which one should you actually buy?
68
/ 100
Kumho Ecsta PS71
65
/ 100
Yokohama Advan Sport V107
Narrow edge: Kumho Ecsta PS71 — better efficiency, comfort and wet. Pick the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 if noise and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want lower fuel or energy use
Kumho Ecsta PS71 scores 48 vs 10 on efficiency.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Kumho Ecsta PS71 scores 69 vs 47 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Yokohama Advan Sport V107 scores 50 vs 36 on noise.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Kumho Ecsta PS71 scores 85 vs 75 on wet.
Tire A · Kumho Ecsta PS71
Tire B · Yokohama Advan Sport V107
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Ecsta PS71 or Advan Sport V107?
Which is better in the wet, Ecsta PS71 or Advan Sport V107?
Kumho Ecsta PS71, 85 vs 75 on our wet score.
Which grips better on dry roads, Ecsta PS71 or Advan Sport V107?
Yokohama Advan Sport V107, 85 vs 75 on our dry score.
Which is quieter, Ecsta PS71 or Advan Sport V107?
Yokohama Advan Sport V107, 50 vs 36 on our noise score.
Which is more comfortable, Ecsta PS71 or Advan Sport V107?
Kumho Ecsta PS71, 69 vs 47 on our comfort score.
Which lasts longer, Ecsta PS71 or Advan Sport V107?
Kumho Ecsta PS71, 52 vs 45 on our treadwear score.
Which rolls more easily, Ecsta PS71 or Advan Sport V107?
Kumho Ecsta PS71, 48 vs 10 on our efficiency 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