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Tyre comparison

Kumho Ecsta PS71 vs Toyo Proxes Sport 2

The Ecsta PS71 scores higher for every kind of driver we tested. Choose the Ecsta PS71 for wet grip. The Ecsta PS71 usually costs less.

Kumho

Ecsta PS71

Well-rounded budget performance tyre.

Ultra-high performance summer · Value

Toyo

Proxes Sport 2

Sharp steering, good wet grip, fair price.

Ultra-high performance summer · Mid-range

Fit score by driver

The same 0–100 score the calculator ranks tyres by, weighted for each kind of driver. How we score

DriverEcsta PS71Proxes Sport 2
Daily driving, wet winters60 (higher)52
Spirited roads, warm climate60 (higher)54
Longest life and lowest cost57 (higher)53

Trait by trait

Out of 10, against other UHP summer tyres.

Ecsta PS71Proxes Sport 2
Dry grip66
Wet grip75
Tread life55
Quiet & comfort55
Efficiency55

Ecsta PS71

Where the scores come from

Independent tests

Tested by
ADAC
Year
2025

ADAC 2025 wet braking 30.2 m (2nd of three UHP tyres compared); other metrics not read.

Data last reviewed: October 2026

Proxes Sport 2

Where the scores come from

Independent tests

Tested by
Tyre Reviews

TyreReviews 8 tests: FK520 beat it 5-2-1.

Data last reviewed: October 2026

Questions

Which is better, the Ecsta PS71 or the Proxes Sport 2?

The Ecsta PS71 scores higher for every kind of driver we tested. Choose the Ecsta PS71 for wet grip. The Ecsta PS71 usually costs less.

Where do these ratings come from?

From independent tyre tests where they exist (ADAC, Auto Bild, Tyre Reviews, evo, Tire Rack and others), rated 1 to 10 against other tyres in the same category, last reviewed October 2026. Neither tyre maker nor any retailer can change them.