Kumho Ecsta PS71 Reviews - Page 2

Given 64% while driving a Mercedes Benz GLC 300 4MATIC (235/55 R19) on mostly motorways for 2,000 average miles
Comparing to the OE tyres (Pirelli Scorpion Verde runflat), Kumho Ecsta PS71's side wall is notably softer, resulting in less road feedback. Steering is a bit vague around centre, but still precise when more steering is input. Afterall, sportiness is not the priority of this vehicle (2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 4MATIC). PS71 is comfortable over bumps, while its noise level is subjectively acceptable. Using them only for front tyres for now, I have not driven them to the limit yet. So far no drama, wet or dry. I will keep an eye on them in the coming mileage. Reasonably priced, I am considering to buy another pair to replace the aging OE tyres on rear axle.
Helpful 35 - tyre reviewed on March 29, 2023
Given 72% while driving a Hyundai Tucson (245/45 R19) on a combination of roads for 8,000 average miles
They aren't the greatest tyres I've ever had on a car - but I have these on my Tucson that is used predominantly for road trips in mixed weather and they handle amazingly well in the rain.. - In scenarios where I am convinced I would aquaplane in my other car - these things cut through the water and keep their grip. Took the car around Europe and around the Scottish coasts and just exuded confidence in extreme rain conditions. Not a snow tyre.. - but I carry road chains for Alpine driving in snow and these tyres take the chains well.. - So not terribly worried about this. In terms of dry use: Nothing special, but decent for the price.. - Have only done 8000 miles and wear seems OK...
Helpful 18 - tyre reviewed on March 22, 2023
Given 90% while driving a Alfa Romeo MiTo (215/40 R18) on a combination of roads for 200 spirited miles
Only traveled 200 kilometers so far but at this stage they are a fantastic tyre, replace all 4 for Kuhmo ps71, very quite , nice ride definitely improved over worn conti 5 on the front and Bridgestone on the rear, grip is great in the hot weather so far weve had, will update in a few months with some more ks on them
Helpful 40 - tyre reviewed on February 6, 2023
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Given 74% while driving a Ford Fiesta ST180 (205/40 R17) on a combination of roads for 60,000 spirited miles
Got the car with kumho tires on it. Done 40k km with them and they were great. Changed them for Goodyear's... In the dry they had almost the same grip as Goodyear but in the wet they are ok for normal driving but not spirited.
Helpful 45 - tyre reviewed on December 7, 2022
Given 44% while driving a Skoda (225/45 R17) on mostly country roads for 9,000 easy going miles
Fitted a full set of 4 Kumho PS71 tyres and within 9000 miles the fronts were worn down to the minimum depth marker, the two rears whilst still having legal tread depth created a droning noise similar to that of worn wheel bearings, infact I had the car checked in case it was the rear hub bearings that were creating the noise but advised it was the rear tyres....changed the whole set to another brand and the noise stopped. Wouldnt by these Ecsta PS71 ever again, I've run other Kumho tyre models mostly without issue but they just didnt get the PS71 right as far as i'm concerned.
Helpful 22 - tyre reviewed on December 2, 2022
Given 87% while driving a Audi A6 Avant S Line Le Mans Quattro 3.0TDi (255/35 R19) on a combination of roads for 26,000 spirited miles
Fantastic levels of grip in both wet and dry conditions. With the A6 3.0 Quattro you really have to be doing something silly to exceed the limits of grip on the road that these tyres offer. They've been fitted to the car for 26,000 miles and have just dropped below 2mm tread on the rear tyres in the centre. They were not good in the snow as can be expected from a summer tyre.
Helpful 48 - tyre reviewed on August 5, 2022
Given 63% while driving a Volvo S60 Polestar (235/40 R19) on a combination of roads for 19,000 average miles
My car is a performance sports car (Volvo S60 Polestar) with hard suspension, monster brakes, and strong power. I love occasionally hitting it or throwing it around a corner. In the dry, the tyres are quite good with good turn in, good braking, predictable to a point. At the limit it lets go a little quickly. And it doesn't like rapid direction changes at high speeds. I've lost grip in the wet a few times which is a limiting factor. Overall - good mid range performance. Decent value for money. I won't buy again for my sports car but would consider them for a less sporty car like my Passat CC V6 AWD
Helpful 26 - tyre reviewed on July 13, 2022
Given 90% while driving a BMW 520d M Sport (275/35 R19) on a combination of roads for 1,000 spirited miles
PS71 for staggered setup on BMW 5 Series on 19” alloys. Just about a 1,000 miles in and were an excellent purchase decision. Good high speed stability within limits, sharp cornering and nice balance between sportiness and motorway ride comfort. Nice sidewall design and looks nice following a detail. No issues in the wet or dry, stops well in both conditions and very happy.
Helpful 24 - tyre reviewed on June 30, 2022
Given 83% while driving a Skoda (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 14,000 easy going miles
These tyres came with the car from new and I feel they are good tyres let down by below average comfort.
Helpful 23 - tyre reviewed on June 18, 2022
SEAT (215/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 3,000 easy going miles
Had SEAT Alhambra 2006 nearly 10 years. Had previously Dunlop Blue response, Nokian and Semperit winter tyres. By comparison the Kumhos represent good value. They seem to grip well in the wet and OK in the dry compared with the others. The SEAT biggest weakness in my eyes, well ears is the lack of isolation from road 'noise'. The Kumhos do not seem any better or worse in transmitting this din. However the Kumhos do seem to affect the steering now that I have moved them to the front. I feel like I have lost steering sensitivity. The SEATs have a delicacy around straight ahead position that few modern cars can match but this has been lost slightly. It's as if the is a stiffness in the tyre tread that makes them reluctant to change direction. Unfortunately this also seems to me more aware of the tyres wanting to 'follow' camber too with conscious corrections I didn't notice with the Nokians on.
Helpful 18 - tyre reviewed on May 20, 2022
Given 79% while driving a BMW 320D (225/45 R17) on mostly town for 10,000 spirited miles
Great tyre for the price. All I can say it’s good. I bought the car with this tyre on. So the tyre had a few months left... but I enjoyed every bit of it... Not best in grip and thats why the wear is so good, but a perfect fit for a average driver or even for a person who likes oversteer now and then... But its a good tyre
Helpful 24 - tyre reviewed on April 22, 2022
Given 79% while driving a BMW 320D (225/45 R17) on mostly town for 10,000 spirited miles
Great tyre for the price. All I can say it’s good. I bought the car with this tyre on. So the tyre had a few months left... but I enjoyed every bit of it... Not best in grip and thats why the wear is so good, but a perfect fit for a average driver or even for a person who likes oversteer now and then... But its a good tyre
Helpful 26 - tyre reviewed on April 22, 2022