Comparison: Kumho Ecsta PS71 vs. Nokian zLine (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian). Generally, Kumho summer tyres are slightly better rated (70%) than Nokian (69%). The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta PS71 was done in 2018, compared to 2015 when was the Nokian zLine first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ACE 2018 235/45 R18 test, where both the Ecsta PS71 and the zLine were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 77% of Kumho Ecsta PS71 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Nokian zLine also have A wet ratings.