Comparison: Kumho Ecsta PS71 vs. Bridgestone Potenza Sport (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Bridgestone). Generally, Bridgestone summer tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than Kumho (70%). In this particular case, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport has a better rating of 87% compared to 86% of the Kumho Ecsta PS71. The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta PS71 was done in 2018, compared to 2021 when was the Bridgestone Potenza Sport first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the Ecsta PS71 and the Potenza Sport were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 75% of Kumho Ecsta PS71 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (81%) of the Bridgestone Potenza Sport also have A wet ratings.