Comparison: Kumho Ecsta PS71 vs. Pirelli Cinturato P7 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli). Generally, Pirelli summer tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than Kumho (70%). In this particular case, the Kumho Ecsta PS71 has a better rating of 86% compared to 80% of the Pirelli Cinturato P7. The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta PS71 was done in 2018, compared to 2017 when was the Pirelli Cinturato P7 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 75% of Kumho Ecsta PS71 has A wet grip rating, whereas 63% of Pirelli Cinturato P7 has B rating.