Comparison: Kumho Ecsta PS71 vs. Yokohama Advan Sport V105 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Yokohama). Generally, Yokohama summer tyres are slightly better rated (71%) than Kumho (70%). The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta PS71 was done in 2018, compared to 2015 when was the Yokohama Advan Sport V105 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2020 245/45 R18 test, where both the Ecsta PS71 and the Advan Sport V105 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 (89%) of the Yokohama Advan Sport V105 also have A wet ratings.