Kumho Ecowing ES31 review
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The Kumho Ecowing ES31 is generally well-received as an affordable, mid-range tire that offers impressive value, low rolling resistance, and a comfortable ride. Many users note noticeable improvements in road noise reduction and fuel economy compared to budget options or worn OE tires.
What owners say
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- Road tests
- 0–100 per score, from published tests, newer tests counting more. Each result is compared with every other tire in the same test, so a win against a strong field counts for more. The average tested tire gets 70, the best 100; with only one or two tests a tire stays nearer 70. The discipline rows show % of the best tire in that test.
- Owner reviews
- 0–100 from the owner reviews we found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates and scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70. With only a few reviews a tire stays near the average.
By owner reviews
62/100From 9,870 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.
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What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 9,870 owner reviews found online.
The Kumho Ecowing ES31 is generally well-received as an affordable, mid-range tire that offers impressive value, low rolling resistance, and a comfortable ride. Many users note noticeable improvements in road noise reduction and fuel economy compared to budget options or worn OE tires. While most drivers report confident dry and wet handling for daily commuting, a vocal minority express serious concerns regarding wet-weather grip and soft sidewalls.
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
- Solid dry grip and predictable handling for normal daily driving
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
Worth knowing
- Fitted successfully to a variety of small hatchbacks, sedans, and motorhomes, showing good compliance on city streets and motorways alike.
- EV and hybrid drivers (such as Hyundai Ioniq owners) appreciated the low rolling resistance and quiet operation without sacrificing efficiency.
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1 published test appearance
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2022 ADAC 16" SUV Summer tire Test · 215/60 R16
9th of 18
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: ADAC
What owners are saying
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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.
From 12 threads and comments.
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