Bridgestone Turanza T005 vs Kumho Ecsta HS52: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 and Kumho Ecsta HS52 appear in 45 tests, 4 of which put both tires on the same track on the same day. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.
How the Bridgestone Turanza T005 performs. It takes the win in wet, noise / comfort. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 87/100, based on 38 tests.
How the Kumho Ecsta HS52 performs. It takes the win in mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 89/100, based on 7 tests.
What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.
Verdict
The Kumho Ecsta HS52 is the stronger all-round choice, leading in mileage and Tire Lab Score. The Bridgestone Turanza T005 still wins on wet, making it the right pick if that matters most to you.
Which one should you buy?
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise noise / comfort
Choose Kumho Ecsta HS52 if
- You prioritise mileage
- You prioritise efficiency
Test profile
| Metric | Bridgestone Turanza T005 | Kumho Ecsta HS52 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Touring |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 38 | 7 |
| Best rank | #1 | #1 |
| Avg rank | 6.7 | 10.2 |
| Latest test | 2025 | 2026 |
| Tire Lab Score | 86.8 | 89.4 |
Tire Lab Score
Bridgestone Turanza T005
Kumho Ecsta HS52
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Bridgestone Turanza T005 | Kumho Ecsta HS52 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 5.9 10109 | Avg rank 9.9 32 | Bridgestone Turanza T005 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 5.7 576 | Avg rank 5.6 213 | Tie |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 6.5 1067 | Avg rank 13.6 1 | Bridgestone Turanza T005 |
| 📏Mileage | Avg rank 12.5 | Avg rank 9.8 1 | Kumho Ecsta HS52 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 11.9 | Avg rank 4.3 12 | Kumho Ecsta HS52 |
Tests used in this comparison
Both tires were measured head-to-head in these 4 independent tests:
💧 Wet: Bridgestone Turanza T005 vs Kumho Ecsta HS52
The Bridgestone Turanza T005 wins this category with an average rank of 5.9, compared to 9.9 for the Kumho Ecsta HS52.
☀️ Dry: Bridgestone Turanza T005 vs Kumho Ecsta HS52
Both tires perform similarly in dry, with average ranks of 5.7 and 5.6.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Bridgestone Turanza T005 vs Kumho Ecsta HS52
The Bridgestone Turanza T005 wins this category with an average rank of 6.5, compared to 13.6 for the Kumho Ecsta HS52.
📏 Mileage: Bridgestone Turanza T005 vs Kumho Ecsta HS52
The Kumho Ecsta HS52 wins this category with an average rank of 9.8, compared to 12.5 for the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
🔋 Efficiency: Bridgestone Turanza T005 vs Kumho Ecsta HS52
The Kumho Ecsta HS52 wins this category with an average rank of 4.3, compared to 11.9 for the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Bridgestone Turanza T005 or Kumho Ecsta HS52?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 ranks higher on average than the Kumho Ecsta HS52.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 ranks better than the Kumho Ecsta HS52.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Kumho Ecsta HS52 shows better mileage performance than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Bridgestone Turanza T005 appears in 38 independent tests, Kumho Ecsta HS52 in 7, with 4 head-to-head tests where both were measured.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →