Comparison: Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV vs. Vredestein ULTRAC (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Netherlands (Vredestein). Generally, Kumho summer tyres are slightly better rated (70%) than Vredestein (62%). In this particular case, the Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV has a better rating of 75% compared to 43% of the Vredestein ULTRAC . The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV was done in 2025, compared to 2022 when was the Vredestein ULTRAC first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 255/55 R18 test, where both the Ecsta PS71 SUV and the ULTRAC were tested.