Segment
1. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Upper-middle2. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Lowcost
Comparison: Maxxis Victra Sport 5 vs. Kumho Ecsta PS71
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When it comes to high-performance summer tyres, the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 and the Kumho Ecsta PS71 are two options worth considering. Both tyre models hold their own in various tyre tests, demonstrating notable strengths and minor weaknesses.
The Maxxis Victra Sport 5, made in China, earns a commendable our rating of 69%, making it a reliable choice for the Ultra High Performance (UHP) segment, according to our data. Its performance in tyre tests such as Autobild and ACE is respectable, securing the 20th position out of 50 and 6th out of 10, respectively. It stands out particularly for its wet handling - objective performance and overall safe driving experience with short braking distances on both wet and dry surfaces.
In contrast, the Kumho Ecsta PS71, though lacking in additional details such as where it is made, achieves a slightly lower rating of 68%. This tyre distinguishes itself in the Autobild test by securing the impressive 5th position out of 50. The tyre exhibits superb aquaplaning reserves and secure handling, with short braking distances. It also shines in terms of comfort with a convincing driving dynamics and good cost-effectiveness. Despite its slightly increased driving noise as indicated in the ACE 2023 test, its overall performance still leads to a high recommendation.
In general, the Maxxis Victra Sport 5, a product from Maxxis, tends to focus more on safety features such as aquaplaning prevention and secure handling, albeit at the cost of mileage and somewhat delayed steering behaviour. Meanwhile, the Kumho Ecsta PS71, from the manufacturers at Kumho, balances high performance with good handling qualities and a fair price, despite the slightly elevated driving noise.
In the end, the decision between the two will largely depend on individual preferences, specifically the trade-off between slightly superior overall safety features from Maxxis Victra Sport 5 and the balanced qualities with a fair price provided by Kumho Ecsta PS71. In both cases, the given tyre details and test results paint a picture of tyres that have their strengths and minor weaknesses, but overall provide a great driving experience.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
Average position in tests
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Highly recommended2. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Highly recommended
Worst rating in test
1. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Conditionally recommended2. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Conditionally recommended
Wet
(Overall rating)Wet handling
Aquaplaning - cross
Wet braking
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet circle cornering
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Dry handling
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Comfort
Outside noise accoring to EU label
Offroad
(Overall rating)Costs
(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
Mileage
Price/value
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual tests
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| Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Rating: Satisfactory | |||||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 Rating: Exemplary | |||||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32.6 | 27.4 | |||||
| Maxxis Victra Sport 5 | 33.9 | 29.2 | |||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 | 34.2 | 27.4 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | |||
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| Best values in test | 71 | 54 | 19 | 7 | |||
| Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Rating: Highly recommended | 65 | 50 | 17 | 5 | |||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 Rating: Highly recommended | 67 | 47 | 18 | 3 | |||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Rating: Satisfactory | 2+ | 2 | 3+ | ||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 Rating: Good | 2 | 2- | 2- | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 58.1 | 24.8 | |||||
| Maxxis Victra Sport 5 | 60.8 | 26.7 | |||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 | 61.7 | 26.6 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Rating: Conditionally recommended | 2 | 2+ | 3- | ||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 Rating: Conditionally recommended | 1 | 2 | 3- | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32,1 | 28,7 | |||||
| Maxxis Victra Sport 5 | 34,8 | 33,4 | |||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 | 34,9 | 29 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 1,7 | 1,3 | 2,8 | 2,0 | 1,6 | ||
| Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Rating: Good | 2,2 | 2,0 | 2,8 | 2,0 | 2,4 | ||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 Rating: Satisfactory | 2,3 | 2,4 | 3,3 | 3,0 | 2,0 | ||
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