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Kumho Ecsta HS52 Car Tyre

Kumho Ecsta HS52
215/55 R17 W (98)

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4.5/5
(839 reviews)
Excellent Grip in Wet
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Product description & features

A budget tyre that still promises high performance capabilities, the Ecsta HS52 is developed for strong handling in both wet and dry weather conditions.

These car tyres offer features to help tackle aquaplaning, further strengthening the tyre’s wet grip performance.

An innovative tread compound increases mileage of the tyre compared to its predecessor, the Ecsta HS51.

The Kumho Ecsta HS52 arrives in 14-inch to 20-inch rim sized tyres.

Strong Wet and Dry Grip

The Ecsta HS52 arrives with an asymmetrical tread design, providing highly balanced performance on wet and dry driving conditions.

The wide grooves featured on the tread helps the tyre tackle aquaplaning through efficient water dispersion across the tyre.

Enhanced Mileage

Thanks to a blend of high grip resins, highly dispersible silica and multi-functionalised polymers not only helps the wet and dry grip performance, but also positively contributes to longevity of the tyre.

Wet-weather performance is achieved through the silica compound as the silica works to provide a low-heat build-up.

Ecsta HS52 Awards & Recognition

Ecsta HS52 Tyre Variants

The Kumho Ecsta HS52 is currently manufactured in 1 variant of tyre:

Please note: before you select your tyres, ensure that the tyre size that you intend to order are the correct variant and matches your vehicle type.

The Kumho Ecsta HS52 - 215/55 R17 W is a summer tyre.

Ratings & Reviews

There are
839
reviews of the Kumho Ecsta HS52

839
total ratings, with
508
review comments
Overall rating
4.5/5
(839 reviews)
5 star
69%
4 star
27%
3 star
1%
2 star
1%
1 star
2%
Overall rating of my tyres
4.5/5
I would buy the same tyres again
4.5/5
The car feels better to drive
3.9/5
The tyres were value for money
4.3/5
Customer images
Image #1; Kumho Ecsta HS52, 205/50 R16 W; Mazda MX-5
Image #2; Kumho Ecsta HS52, 195/55 R16 V; Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Image #3; Kumho Ecsta HS52, 195/55 R16 V; Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Image #4; Kumho Ecsta HS52, 225/45 R17 W; Kia Ceed
Image #5; Kumho Ecsta HS52, 225/65 R17 V; Honda CR-V
Image #6; Kumho Ecsta HS52, 225/65 R17 V; Honda CR-V
Image #7; Kumho Ecsta HS52, 195/55 R16 V; MG MG3
Image #8; Kumho Ecsta HS52, 195/55 R16 V; Vauxhall Corsa
Image #9; Kumho Ecsta HS52, 195/55 R16 V; Vauxhall Corsa
Image #10; Kumho Ecsta HS52, 195/55 R16 V; Vauxhall Corsa
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Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 215/55 R17 W
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  • Reviewed on: 15/11/2024
  • Purchased on: 13/06/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 3,500
Good performance and feel confident driving on country roads where i live
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 215/55 R17 W
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  • Reviewed on: 13/11/2024
  • Purchased on: 21/08/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
They are performing well
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 215/55 R17 W
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  • Reviewed on: 07/11/2024
  • Purchased on: 27/05/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 5,000
Excellent grip in all weathers
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 215/55 R17 W
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  • Reviewed on: 06/11/2024
  • Purchased on: 14/08/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,000
I drive an MPV and these tyres suit my style of driving.
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 215/55 R17 W
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  • Reviewed on: 18/10/2024
  • Purchased on: 25/07/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,000
Have had lot of Kuhmo tyres which I findvperform well at acceptable price.
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 215/55 R17 W
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  • Reviewed on: 04/09/2024
  • Purchased on: 04/06/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
Ok they do the job and keep me on the road no wet driving fone yet.
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 215/55 R17 W
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  • Reviewed on: 22/08/2024
  • Purchased on: 30/05/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
i feel the tyres performed well in wet and dry conditions plus long and short trips.
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 215/55 R17 W
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  • Reviewed on: 05/08/2024
  • Purchased on: 09/05/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,500
Grip and breaking seems to be good in the wet. I've had no issues braking in heavy rain or driving in wet conditions.
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 215/45 R16 V
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  • Reviewed on: 30/03/2025
  • Purchased on: 04/01/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
Great performance dry/wet conditions
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 225/50 R18 W
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Driver’s 2nd review
  • Reviewed on: 27/03/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 7,500
All round good in All conditions
Driver’s 1st review
  • Reviewed on: 20/06/2024
  • Purchased on: 28/03/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/45 R16 V
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  • Reviewed on: 26/03/2025
  • Purchased on: 01/01/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 200
They have dramatically improved the driving feel of the car. Everything feels more stable, and safer to drive in all conditions. They were noticeably better immediately upon fitting the tyres and it is so dramatic how impactful a good set of tyres improves the driving experience. Driving performance in the rain was very evident especially on the motorway and makes overall handling in most conditions a lot safer and confident in doing so
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/50 R15 V
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Driver’s 2nd review
  • Reviewed on: 25/03/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 6,500
A Very good tyre would definitely buy again .
Driver’s 1st review
  • Reviewed on: 11/06/2024
  • Purchased on: 19/03/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,000
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 225/50 R18 W
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  • Reviewed on: 13/03/2025
  • Purchased on: 12/12/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 300
Very well, less road noise and good in the wet
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/55 R16 V
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  • Reviewed on: 11/03/2025
  • Purchased on: 17/12/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
Excellent in all conditions
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 205/50 R16 W
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Driver’s 2nd review
  • Reviewed on: 08/03/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 9,000
These are great in every condition except the cold. They are slippery in any situation lower than 8 degrees celcius.
Driver’s 1st review
  • Reviewed on: 01/06/2024
  • Purchased on: 09/03/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
The roadstones and aotelis my car came with were dangerous in the wet. It took me a while to afford replacements. The moment I took a corner I've taken many times in the wet and the car tried to kill me was the deciding factor. The kumos are far safer in the wet and overall precision is much improved. I did lose one in the wet on a lane but suspect that's bad luck rather than build quality.
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 185/55 R15 H
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  • Reviewed on: 03/03/2025
  • Purchased on: 02/12/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 800
Working well. Been used in dry, wet and ice and no complaints
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/45 R16 V
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  • Reviewed on: 27/02/2025
  • Purchased on: 05/12/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,000
Nothing surprising from these tyres in all weathers which is just what I want from tyres. No surprises.
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/55 R15 V
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  • Reviewed on: 26/02/2025
  • Purchased on: 04/12/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 800
Not nearly as good as expected in (slightly) wet conditions. Have lost traction on a few instances.
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 225/60 R17 V
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  • Reviewed on: 26/02/2025
  • Purchased on: 03/12/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 500
They grip ok in wet conditions. Not able to comment on wear yet due to low mileage use of this vehicle.
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/55 R15 H
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  • Reviewed on: 25/02/2025
  • Purchased on: 03/12/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 200
no problems that i can detect
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