Comparison: Kumho WinterCraft WP52+ vs. Pirelli Cinturato Winter 3 (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 winter tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Kumho (71%). In this particular case, the Kumho WinterCraft WP52+ has a better rating of 87% compared to 80% of the Pirelli Cinturato Winter 3. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the WinterCraft WP52+ and the Cinturato Winter 3 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 75% of Kumho WinterCraft WP52+ has B wet grip rating, whereas 60% of Pirelli Cinturato Winter 3 has A rating.