Comparison: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S vs. Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Kumho (70%). In this particular case, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S has a better rating of 96% compared to 87% of the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72). The first tyre test of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S was done in 2018, compared to 2025 when was the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ACE 2026 225/40 R18 test, where both the Pilot Sport 4 S and the Ecsta Sport (PS72) were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 62% of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) also have A wet ratings. We also know where Pilot Sport 4 S is made - United States.