Comparison: Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV vs. Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (Goodyear). Generally, Goodyear summer tyres are slightly better rated (82%) than Kumho (70%). In this particular case, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 has a better rating of 94% compared to 75% of the Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV. The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV was done in 2025, compared to 2022 when was the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 255/55 R18 test, where both the Ecsta PS71 SUV and the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 96% of Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (98%) of the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 also have A wet ratings.