Comparison: Kumho Ecsta PS71 vs. Lassa Driveways Sport (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Turkey (Lassa). Lassa is a brand that belongs to the Bridgestone group. Generally, Kumho summer tyres are slightly better rated (70%) than Lassa (32%). In this particular case, the Kumho Ecsta PS71 has a better rating of 86% compared to 42% of the Lassa Driveways Sport. The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta PS71 was done in 2018, compared to 2023 when was the Lassa Driveways Sport first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2023 225/45 R18 test, where both the Ecsta PS71 and the Driveways Sport were tested.