Kumho Ecsta Kh11

215/55 R18 95H
The ECSTA KH11 tire combines design technology with racing success to deliver superb handling without sacrificing ride comfort and low noise in spring, summer and fall.High technology silica and carbon tread compound for breathtaking grip in wet and dry conditions Three wide circumferential groove channel water from under the tread for outstanding hydroplaning resistance. Lateral grooves efficiently evacuate water and balance tread stiffness for improved wet traction and a smooth ride. Large outside tread blocks provide rigidity for increased cornering performance. Solid center rib provides a constant contact surface for excellent high speed stability, reduced noise levels, and better response. Jointless Cap and wide belt construction maintains the optimum tire shape at high speed improving handling, wear, and high speed capability. Optimized block shape reduces noise by altering the block size around the tire reducing noise.
D C 71 dB
Summer
4.75 / 10
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Based on tyre size: 215/55 R18 H
Average price: £90.88
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EU Tyre Label
Kumho 442625 215/55 R18 H C1 D C 71 2020/740
TyreScore
4.75 out of 10

Beginning with the legally-required tyre label, we cross-reference with the results of third-party magazine tests. Next we look at OE fitments and corporate ESG scores. The result is a single mark out of 10. The higher the number, the better the TyreScore.

Full Tyre Description

The ECSTA KH11 tire combines design technology with racing success to deliver superb handling without sacrificing ride comfort and low noise in spring, summer and fall.High technology silica and carbon tread compound for breathtaking grip in wet and dry conditions Three wide circumferential groove channel water from under the tread for outstanding hydroplaning resistance. Lateral grooves efficiently evacuate water and balance tread stiffness for improved wet traction and a smooth ride. Large outside tread blocks provide rigidity for increased cornering performance. Solid center rib provides a constant contact surface for excellent high speed stability, reduced noise levels, and better response. Jointless Cap and wide belt construction maintains the optimum tire shape at high speed improving handling, wear, and high speed capability. Optimized block shape reduces noise by altering the block size around the tire reducing noise.

Test Results

AutoBild - 17/03/2006

195/65 R15 H

"Sufficient" - strengths: road noise, rolling resistance, low cost - Weaknesses: aquaplaning, braking on dry and wet roads only "satisfactory"

Autozeitung - 11/03/2004

195/65 R15 V

"No recommendation"; Strengths: inexpensive, braking and handling in wet conditions; Weaknesses: rolling noise, wear, imprecise on dry roads

Auto Express - 22/10/2003

205/55 R16 W

Strengths: wet brakes, the cheapest tires on test purchases; weakness aquaplaning