Segment
1. Continental PremiumContact 7 Premium2. Kumho Ecsta HS52 Upper-middle
Comparison: Kumho Ecsta HS52 vs. Continental PremiumContact 7
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When comparing the Kumho Ecsta HS52 and the Continental PremiumContact 7 tyres, it's evident that both models provide some commendable features, though there is also some differentiation in their performance according to numerous tests. The Kumho Ecsta HS52 and Continental PremiumContact 7 are both suitable for summer and are of the touring subtype. Continental, known for their quality products, crafted PremiumContact 7 in multiple factories across Europe while the origin of the HS52 by Kumho has not been specified.
The Kumho Ecsta HS52 got an overall rating of 78% and can be a great choice for its excellent dry handling and short dry braking distances. Multiple test results highlighted its performance in terms of dry braking, dry handling and wet circle cornering. Autobild praised the HS52 for its convincing performance on both wet and dry surfaces along with its reasonable price. However, according to Autobild, the tyre could improve its rolling comfort.
On the other hand, the Continental PremiumContact 7 carries a commendable rating of 99%, and it topped the list in some tests. Besides its excellent dry braking, wet braking, and wet circle cornering, it also provides comfortable driving according to ADAC and Autoklub ČR. Autobild has lauded the PremiumContact 7 for its exemplary performance on both dry and wet surfaces. Additionally, its dry braking, dry handling, and wet handling were very positively assessed in several tests. On the downside, the PremiumContact 7 had an average rolling resistance, aquaplaning resistance and increased external noise, as per TyreReviews.com.
The earlier version of Kumho Ecsta HS52 was Kumho Ecsta HS51 whereas the Continental PremiumContact 7 is the successor of Continental PremiumContact 6 and Continental ContiPremiumContact 5.
While both tyres have their strengths and weaknesses, overall test results indicate the Continental PremiumContact 7 tyre outperforms the Kumho Ecsta HS52 in most areas, although the latter delivers noticeable performance according to its price range. Make sure to consider specific needs and preferences when choosing between these two summer touring tyre models.
Number of sizes available
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Best position in test
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Average position in tests
2. Kumho Ecsta HS52 5.67
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Continental PremiumContact 7 Test winner2. Kumho Ecsta HS52 Good
Worst rating in test
2. Kumho Ecsta HS52 Good
Wet
(Overall rating)Wet braking according to EU label
Comfort
(Overall rating)Outside noise accoring to EU label
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(Overall rating)Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual tests
| Name | Points total | ||||||
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| Best values in test | 87 | ||||||
| Kumho Ecsta HS52 | 84 | ||||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 | 87 | ||||||
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| Kumho Ecsta HS52 Rating: Good | dobré | ||||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 Rating: Exemplary | příkladné | ||||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,4 | 25,8 | |||||
| Kumho Ecsta HS52 | 35,4 | 26,1 | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 | 35,4 | 25,8 | |||||
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| Name | Rating | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | ||||
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| Best values in test | dobré | 1,6 | 1,7 | ||||
| Kumho Ecsta HS52 Rating: Good | dobré | 2,8 | 2,1 | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 Rating: Good | dobré | 2,6 | 1,7 | ||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 104,7 | 106 | 103,4 | ||||
| Kumho Ecsta HS52 | 96,9 | 94,3 | 99,5 | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 | 104,7 | 106 | 103,3 | ||||
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| Best values in test | vítěz testu | 1 | |||||
| Kumho Ecsta HS52 Rating: Recommended | doporučeno | 1 | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 Rating: Test winner | vítěz testu | 1 | |||||
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