Comparison: Kumho WinterCraft WP52 vs. Laufenn i*Fit + LW31 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from (Laufenn). Generally, Kumho winter tyres are slightly better rated (71%) than Laufenn (49%). In this particular case, the Kumho WinterCraft WP52 has a better rating of 65% compared to 27% of the Laufenn i*Fit + LW31. The first tyre test of Kumho WinterCraft WP52 was done in 2022, compared to 2024 when was the Laufenn i*Fit + LW31 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the AUTOBILD 2024 205/55 R16 test, where both the WinterCraft WP52 and the i*Fit + LW31 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 98% of Kumho WinterCraft WP52 has B wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Laufenn i*Fit + LW31 has C rating. We also know where WinterCraft WP52 is made - Korea.