Comparison: Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 vs. Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) (2026)

In this comparison, both of the tyres are made by a brand from South Korea. Generally, Hankook summer tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than Kumho (70%). In this particular case, the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) has a better rating of 87% compared to 81% of the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127. The first tyre test of Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 was done in 2019, compared to 2025 when was the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Die Reifentester 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the Ventus S1 evo3 K127 and the Ecsta Sport (PS72) were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 86% of Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) also have A wet ratings. We also know where Ventus S1 evo3 K127 is made - Korea.