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Kumho Ecsta HS52 Tyre

Kumho Ecsta HS52
225/45 R17 W (91)

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4.6/5
(914 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 - 225/45 R17 W is a summer tyre.

Ratings & Reviews

There are
914
reviews of the Kumho Ecsta HS52

914
total ratings, with
556
review comments
Overall rating
4.6/5
(914 reviews)
5 star
70%
4 star
26%
3 star
1%
2 star
1%
1 star
2%
Overall rating of my tyres
4.6/5
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
4.4/5
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 225/45 R17 W
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  • Reviewed on: 13/01/2025
  • Purchased on: 21/10/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 800
They have a more compliant feel than the last pair of fronts, which is a benefit on my rough track. Also seem to turn more readily. I haven't pushed them, so I can't comment on the grip, but no issues so far. Reasonably quiet.
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 225/45 R17 W
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  • Reviewed on: 04/11/2024
  • Purchased on: 12/08/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,500
Well priced, good grip in all conditions, decent wear. Overall always been a good tyre
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 225/45 R17 W
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  • Reviewed on: 31/10/2024
  • Purchased on: 08/08/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,000
So far very good! Would recommend these tyres.
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 225/45 R17 W
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  • Reviewed on: 15/12/2022
  • Purchased on: 22/09/2022
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
Fine but not tried them on the snow because do not get any on the south
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/50 R16 V
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  • Reviewed on: 08/06/2025
  • Purchased on: 20/09/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 6,500
Much better in the winter conditions
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 205/50 R16 W
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Driver’s 2nd review
  • Reviewed on: 07/06/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 3,500
They've behaved well in all dry conditions even at colder temperatures. Not driven in the wet.
Driver’s 1st review
  • Reviewed on: 28/08/2024
  • Purchased on: 04/06/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 700
Fine in dry but not driven in wet
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 185/50 R16 V
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  • Reviewed on: 07/06/2025
  • Purchased on: 13/09/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,500
Tyres are perfect - make the car feel safe.
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/55 R16 V
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  • Reviewed on: 05/06/2025
  • Purchased on: 13/03/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
These tyres replaced the oem Continentals on our Renault Clio and I would say they are AS good as the tyres they replace. The steering alone feels much smoother when turning at low and moderate speed. If you have a Renault Clio of any age, get these tyres!
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/55 R16 V
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Driver’s 2nd review
  • Reviewed on: 04/06/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 3,000
Very pleased with my choice so far.
Driver’s 1st review
  • Reviewed on: 28/08/2024
  • Purchased on: 05/06/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 500
Very Good in the wet and very little noise, compared to what was on vehicle when i purchased it.
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/55 R16 V
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  • Reviewed on: 03/06/2025
  • Purchased on: 11/03/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 500
Good so far no complaints
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 185/55 R15 H
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  • Reviewed on: 02/06/2025
  • Purchased on: 03/03/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 500
Absolutely fine. Good in wet and dry conditions .
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/55 R15 H
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  • Reviewed on: 02/06/2025
  • Purchased on: 25/02/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,500
they do what I bought them for so no complaints
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 215/50 R17 W
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Driver’s 3rd review
  • Reviewed on: 31/05/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 7,000
Tyres have been excellent in types of weather in the last 18mths on Nissan leaf
Driver’s 2nd review
  • Reviewed on: 29/11/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 4,500
These tyres have been excellent in all weather conditions and would definitely buy the same again ,fitted to 2016 Nissan Leaf.
Driver’s 1st review
  • Reviewed on: 22/02/2024
  • Purchased on: 29/11/2023
  • Approx. miles driven: 800
Excellent in both dry and very wet conditions
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/55 R16 V
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  • Reviewed on: 30/05/2025
  • Purchased on: 05/03/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
Driving my car I feel safe and secure with good tyre's all round
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 215/55 R17 W
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Driver’s 2nd review
  • Reviewed on: 30/05/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 3,000
these tyres perform to a standard above what i would expect from a tyre at the price i paid
Driver’s 1st review
  • 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 195/55 R16 V
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Driver’s 2nd review
  • Reviewed on: 30/05/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 8,000
I don’t see any difference from the original Michelins
Driver’s 1st review
  • Reviewed on: 15/08/2024
  • Purchased on: 23/05/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,000
About the same as the Michelin tyres
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/55 R16 V
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Driver’s 2nd review
  • Reviewed on: 26/05/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 15,000
Very good in the wet especially over standing water. Impressed.
Driver’s 1st review
  • Reviewed on: 14/08/2024
  • Purchased on: 14/05/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 5,000
Very favorably compared to the ecocontact 6 already on three other axle, good dry and impressive in wet
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 215/65 R17 V
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Driver’s 2nd review
  • Reviewed on: 24/05/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 10,500
Spot on ideal for motorway miles and listening to my podcasts in peace and quiet road miles
Driver’s 1st review
  • Reviewed on: 16/08/2024
  • Purchased on: 24/05/2024
  • Approx. miles driven: 1,500
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 225/65 R17 V
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  • Reviewed on: 23/05/2025
  • Purchased on: 28/02/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 2,000
I noticed that road adhesion was immediately improved over the Bridgestone and that has remained the case as the tyres have bedded in. I have not noticed ny increase in noise and my fuel consumption is comparable with the previous tyres.
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 205/55 R17 V
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  • Reviewed on: 19/05/2025
  • Purchased on: 24/02/2025
  • Approx. miles driven: 700
The tyres are very good. Excellent feel through the steering wheel and great in wet conditions.
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