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Kumho WinterCraft WP52

225/45 R18 Kumho WinterCraft WP52 variants


Kumho WinterCraft WP52 is a winter tyre made in total of 123 sizes, ranging from R13 to R13 - this particular dimension is R18, which means it fits to a 18 inch/457.2mm diameter wheel. 225/45 R18 is 70mm wider than the narrowest dimension (155) and 30mm narrower than the widest one (255). This tyre profile of 45 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 45% of the tyre width (225mm), which results in 101.25mm sidewall height. In 225/45 R18, there is only one possible speed index for Kumho WinterCraft WP52 - "V", which is good for speeds up to 240 km/h. Latest test in 225/45 R18 was held by Tyre Reviews in 2023, where WinterCraft WP52 received rating "" and finished on the 9. place. It was tested on a BMW 3.

225/45 R18 95 V

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Kumho WinterCraft WP52 is made in 123 sizes, starting from 155/70 R13 up to 255/40 R21.

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Kumho WinterCraft WP52 in tyre tests

Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (225/45 R18)
ADAC
ADAC Winter tyre test 2023 225/45 R17
satisfactory
Ranked #9 of 16
The Kumho WINTERCRAFT WP52 placed 9th among 16 competitors and was awarded a final rating of 'Satisfactory'. The tyre demonstrated good performance on winter roads, with notably the highest projected mileage in its test group, minimal wear, and low fuel consumption. However, it showed weaknesses in driving comfort and handling at the limit on dry roads, along with slight weaknesses on wet pavements, and was noted for its very high weight. While it offered decent longitudinal aquaplaning resistance and braking distances on wet surfaces, handling in these conditions was only satisfactory. The tyre excelled in winter conditions, particularly in snow and ice braking and handling, showing good controllability and reserves in critical situations. Despite its strengths, the environmental aspect was downgraded due to it not reaching a good rating for efficiency, partly because of its significant weight, which still achieved a satisfactory assessment. The tyre's fuel consumption was on a good level but insufficient to fully compensate for the negative impact of its weight on its overall environmental rating.
Name Enviromental impactDriving safety
Best values in test1,82,0
Kumho WinterCraft WP522,82,7
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Tyre Reviews
Name
Kumho WinterCraft WP52
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Name Stopping distance on wetStopping distance on snow
Best values in test31,429,2
Kumho WinterCraft WP5236,931,4
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Autobild Winter tyre test 2023 225/40 R18
good
Ranked #7 of 11
Securing the 7th place among 11 contenders, the Kumho WinterCraft WP52 showcased commendable performance in a recent evaluation. It was praised for its excellent winter attributes, assured handling on dry surfaces, and notably short braking distances on both wet and dry roads. The tire also stood out for its affordability, providing good value for money. However, it wasn't without its drawbacks. Critics pointed out the tire's limited resistance to aquaplaning and only moderate lateral grip on wet surfaces, marking areas where improvements could enhance its competence. Despite these criticisms, the tire earned a final rating of 'Good', solidifying its stance as a reliable winter tire choice for consumers seeking a blend of safety, performance, and economic value.
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Kumho WinterCraft WP52
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225/45 R18 - Best winter tyres (according to tests)

#NameOur ratingTested in this dimensionTested in same width dimensionSegmentPrice
1. Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330
76.7%
79.7%
73.8%
78.9%
Upper-middle £115
95 V
2. Michelin Pilot Alpin 5
77.2%
89.9%
89.6%
80.6%
Premium £171
95 H + 2
3. Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P! Newer model available: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
83.2%
77.8%
82.7%
80.3%
Premium £179
95 H + 1
4. Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005! Newer model available: Bridgestone Blizzak 6
92.2%
79.6%
84.4%
82.6%
Premium £152
95 V
5. GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+! Newer model available: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
84.6%
92.6%
80.2%
85.4%
Premium £203
95 V + 2
6. Dunlop Winter Sport 5
81.7%
90.7%
81.6%
74.3%
Premium £130
95 V + 2
7. Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
78.7%
81.3%
66.3%
81.3%
Premium £139
95 V
8. Goodyear UltraGrip Performance Gen-1! Newer model available: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
82.9%
92.2%
82.8%
75.3%
Premium £158
95 H + 2
9. Kleber KRISALP HP3
77.3%
88.7%
74.5%
80.5%
Upper-middle £130
95 V
10. Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
87.4%
91.3%
89.3%
Premium £192
95 V + 2
11. BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
72.5%
94.8%
73.9%
81.1%
Upper-middle £149
95 V
12. Pirelli WINTER SOTTOZERO Serie III
Premium £148
91 H + 10
13. Nokian WR D4
73.4%
93.7%
81.9%
72.5%
Upper-middle
14. Firestone Winterhawk 4
Upper-middle £124
95 V
15. Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 W320! Newer model available: Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330
75.8%
90.5%
85.7%
67.4%
Upper-middle £149
91 H + 1
16. Bridgestone Blizzak LM-001
80.6%
77.4%
83.7%
Premium £136
91 H + 4
17. Semperit Speed-Grip 3! Newer model available: Semperit Speed-Grip 5
78.1%
77.2%
71.3%
79.7%
Lowcost
18. Falken EuroWinter HS01! Newer model available: Falken EuroWinter HS02
78.2%
74.2%
74.2%
77.1%
Upper-middle £176
95 V + 2
19. Fulda Kristall Control HP2
70%
85.9%
74%
72.3%
Lowcost £106
95 V
20. Toyo Observe S944
67.9%
66.9%
85.1%
79.9%
Upper-middle £152
0 V
21. Nokian WR Snowproof! Newer model available: Nokian Snowproof 2
68.7%
80.6%
82.5%
85.9%
Upper-middle
22. Nokian WR Snowproof P
66.1%
79.2%
92.3%
Upper-middle £142
95 V + 1
23. Toyo Snowprox S954
78.8%
70.6%
92.2%
82.7%
Upper-middle
24. Continental WinterContact TS 860S
58.7%
77%
87.7%
Premium £179
95 H + 4
25. Kumho WinterCraft WP71
81.9%
76.7%
78%
Upper-middle
26. Giti GitiWinter W1
65.8%
77.2%
72.4%
72.7%
Lowcost
27. Nexen WinGuard Sport 2 WU7
Lowcost £119
95 V + 1
28. Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32
Premium £165
95 H
29. Debica Frigo HP2
70%
86.5%
74.1%
71.9%
Lowcost £110
95 V
30. Nexen WinGuard Sport
Lowcost
31. Uniroyal WinterExpert
65.6%
75.1%
72.4%
74.7%
Upper-middle £112
95 V
32. Barum Polaris 5! Newer model available: Barum Polaris 6
63.8%
78.1%
72%
74.8%
Lowcost £158
95 V
33. Nokian WR A4
Upper-middle
34. Yokohama BluEarth winter V905
81.6%
70.5%
85.4%
Upper-middle £162
95 V
35. Firestone Winterhawk 3! Newer model available: Firestone Winterhawk 4
66.5%
83.4%
77.3%
71.3%
Upper-middle
36. Matador MP93 Nordicca
Lowcost £110
95 V
37. Fortune Fsr901
Lowcost
38. Kormoran SNOW
Lowcost
39. Duraturn Mozzo Winter
Lowcost
40. Imperial SnowDragon 3
Lowcost
41. Kormoran SNOWPRO B2
Lowcost