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  • C
    Fuel Efficiency
    Fuel Efficiency / Rolling Resistance: C

    How much fuel the tyre uses as it rolls. Graded A to E, where A is the most efficient and E the least.

  • A
    Wet Grip
    Wet Grip / Braking Performance: A

    How well the tyre stops in the wet. Graded A to E, where A is the shortest stopping distance. Each grade is worth roughly 3 metres, about a car length.

  • B72 dB
    External Noise
    Noise Emission / Exterior Noise: B (72 dB)

    How loud the tyre is from outside the car, measured in decibels. Graded A to C, where A is the quietest.

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Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/50R16 88V XL

4.7/5
(6 reviews)
Wet Grip Excellence
  • Tick Icon Car
    Car tyre:

    Designed for cars, rather than vans, 4x4s or commercial vehicles.

  • Tick Icon Reinforced (XL)
    Extra Load or Reinforced tyres:

    A stronger sidewall lets this tyre carry more weight than a standard tyre of the same size. Marked XL on the sidewall.

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£9709
  • Fitted at a local tyre centre
  • Wheel balancing included
  • New valve & disposal included
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Product description & features

The Kumho Ecsta HS52 emphasises performance on wet roads with improvements to braking, steering and cornering. The unique design of the HS52 tread pattern allows the tyre to channel water from under the tread and through the grooves. The asymmetric pattern of the tread features 4 grooves running from the front to the rear of the tyre. The HS52 utilises Kumho’s 3D Block Design. The High Grip Resin compound enhances braking and cornering performance on both wet and dry roads.

The HS52 is the successor to the Ecsta HS51 on Kumho’s performance tyre line. The HS52 is available in a strengthened casing which is suitable for cars with higher load requirements and has speed ratings up to Y (186mph). Tyres.co.uk sells the reinforced XL versions of the Kumho Ecsta HS52.

Highlights

  • Wet braking, steering and cornering
  • Four water-clearing tread grooves
  • Asymmetric tread pattern
  • High Grip Resin compound

Kumho Ecsta HS52 Statistics

Dry Grip
 
90%
Wet Grip
 
80%
Road Feedback
 
86%
Handling
 
83%
Wear
 
75%
Comfort
 
70%
The above scores combine independent tests and owner reviews, weighted by Tyre Reviews for consistency and reliability.

Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/50R16 88V XL Tyre Reviews

There are 6 reviews of the Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/50R16 88V XL
Overall rating
4.7/5
5 star
83%
4 star
0%
3 star
16%
2 star
0%
1 star
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Car make: Mazda
Car model: Demio
By: Adeline Bailey
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/50R16 88V XL
Outstanding performance. Exceptional control and traction.
Car make: Lotus
Car model: Exige
By: Imogen Ingram
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/50R16 88V XL
The car drives worse on dry roads. Some rubbing occurs and it appears to have a decreased amount of grip. When encountering wet conditions, performance is similar to that of the original tyres.
Car make: Lotus
Car model: Elise
By: Holly Adams
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/50R16 88V XL
These tyres are great all around. I would definitely buy the same ones again. Good money's worth.
Car make: Hyundai
Car model: i20
By: Billy T.
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/50R16 88V XL
The new tyres have been performing well so far, gripping well in the rain and so far no issues.
Car make: Hyundai
Car model: Accent
By: Annalise K.
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/50R16 88V XL
Just as I expected, they're functioning really well.
Car make: Suzuki
Car model: Swift
By: Salmaan Austyn
Tyre review for Kumho Ecsta HS52 195/50R16 88V XL
These tyres are still good because I bought them only a few months ago. Since I purchased tyre insurance, I can get identical ones replaced, as I hit a lot of rubbish and bad road conditions.
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