Kumho Winter Craft WP52 - Test Results

Test Statistics

10

Tests Completed

12th

Average Position

2nd

Best Result

25th

Worst Result
Performance Over Time

Test History

7
of 13
2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tire Test

2024
Winner: Michelin Pilot Alpin 5

Good.
Strong:
Noise
Weak:
Curved Aquaplaning, Wet Circle
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15
of 23
2024 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test

2024
Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 870

The Kumho Wintercraft WP52 offers a balanced performance with sporty handling and short braking distances across various weather conditions. However, its low resistance to aquaplaning and low milea...
Strong:
Dry Braking, Wet Braking
Weak:
Wear, Curved Aquaplaning, Straight Aqua
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12
of 16
2024 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tire Test

2024
Winner: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3

The Kumho WinterCraft WP52 receives a satisfactory rating for driving safety, with weaknesses on dry roads limiting its overall performance. It lacks precision and feedback on dry surfaces, requir...
Strong:
Dry Braking
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2
of 55
2024 Winter 55 Tire Braking Test

2024
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak 6

Strong:
Wet Braking
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7
of 12
2023 Sports Cars Winter Tire Test

2023
Winner: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3

Good.
Weak:
Straight Aqua
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25
of 54
2023 Winter Tire Test 54 Set Braking Test

2023
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005

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9
of 13
2023 Tire Reviews Winter Tire Test

2023
Winner: Michelin Pilot Alpin 5

The Kumho Winter Craft WP52 has a similar performance overall to the Falken, but it was a little better in the snow and had a slightly better rolling resistance, but couldn't match the Falken in we...
Strong:
Price, Subj. Wet Handling
Weak:
Straight Aqua, Wet Braking, Wet Handling
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9
of 15
2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tire Test

2023
Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 870

The Kumho WINTERCRAFT WP52 tire provides only satisfactory steering feedback and precision on dry roads, requiring occasional corrections due to its elastic response. It tends to oversteer during d...
Strong:
Noise, Dry Braking, Abrasion, Price, Value, Wear
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17
of 22
2022 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test

2022
Winner: Michelin Alpin 6

Fair.
Strong:
Value, Wear
Weak:
Wet Circle
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19
of 57
2022 Winter Tire Market Overview

2022
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005

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