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*kimona* · 06-13-2017, 10:49 PM

Installed Kumho Ecsta 4XII's on my new wheels.

I've had 2 sets of the previous model, Kumho Ecsta 4X, and I liked them a lot.

The new Kumho Ecsta 4XII is better; whisper quiet, smooth and comfortable! On the highway, straight line tracking, so virtually no high speed wander. Great steering response. It's like driving a different car... a better car.

Didn't throw it into any corners, so can't comment on that yet, but the previous model tyre was excellent, and these are supposed to be better.

For the price, these tyres are a good choice. I was fortunate to buy the Kumho Ecsta 4XII's during the recent big sale at discounttiredirect for a total of $138.44 delivered.

Here's a review: http://tirereviewsandmore.com/kumho-ecsta-4xii-reviews/

tmontague · 06-13-2017, 11:14 PM

whats the tread wear rating on the new ones that you have?

*kimona* · 06-13-2017, 11:20 PM

Tire Size: 205/50R16 87W SL BSW
Mileage Warranty: 40,000 Miles
UTQG: 420AAA
Load Range: SL
Speed Rating: W

CoryM · 06-13-2017, 11:55 PM

I've also had both as my winter daily tires, and for wet autoX below 10°C. They are probably the best 15" tires available for those roles. And the price is great. Can't say I noticed any difference between the two though. I'd say the 4X may have had better turn-in.

Cheers.

FunctionSpec · 06-14-2017, 12:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kimona

I was fortunate to buy the Kumho Ecsta 4XII's during the recent big sale at discounttiredirect for a total of $138.44 delivered.

You got all FOUR tires for $138.44 DELIVERED?? WOW, that's a sweet deal!

*kimona* · 06-14-2017, 12:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FunctionSpec

You got all FOUR tires for $138.44 DELIVERED?? WOW, that's a sweet deal!

Yup. Still can't believe it myself!

4 Kumho Ecsta 4XII (205/50/16) @ $83.36 each = $333.44
-$75.00 (dtd Memorial Day Rebate)
-$60.00 (Kumho Tire Rebate)
-$60.00 (dt c/c Rebate)
Total = $138.44

*kimona* · 06-23-2017, 08:20 PM

10 day update on the Kumho Ecsta 4XII's:

BEST rubber yet! I'm very impressed.

Super quiet and comfortable ride. Excellent on the highway. Great handling.

I love these tyres.

06-13-2017, 10:49 PM	#1
kimona Super Moderator Drives: 2014 White VITZ Join Date: May 2007 Location: Huntington Bch, CA Posts: 4,938	NEW TIRES! Installed Kumho Ecsta 4XII's on my new wheels. I've had 2 sets of the previous model, Kumho Ecsta 4X, and I liked them a lot. The new Kumho Ecsta 4XII is better; whisper quiet, smooth and comfortable! On the highway, straight line tracking, so virtually no high speed wander. Great steering response. It's like driving a different car... a better car. Didn't throw it into any corners, so can't comment on that yet, but the previous model tyre was excellent, and these are supposed to be better. For the price, these tyres are a good choice. I was fortunate to buy the Kumho Ecsta 4XII's during the recent big sale at discounttiredirect for a total of $138.44 delivered. Here's a review: http://tirereviewsandmore.com/kumho-ecsta-4xii-reviews/ Last edited by kimona; 06-13-2017 at 11:22 PM.

06-13-2017, 11:14 PM	#2
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06-13-2017, 11:20 PM	#3
kimona Super Moderator Drives: 2014 White VITZ Join Date: May 2007 Location: Huntington Bch, CA Posts: 4,938	Tire Size: 205/50R16 87W SL BSW Mileage Warranty: 40,000 Miles UTQG: 420AAA Load Range: SL Speed Rating: W

06-13-2017, 11:55 PM	#4
CoryM Drives: 2009 5-door, 5-speed Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: White Rock BC Posts: 687	I've also had both as my winter daily tires, and for wet autoX below 10°C. They are probably the best 15" tires available for those roles. And the price is great. Can't say I noticed any difference between the two though. I'd say the 4X may have had better turn-in. Cheers.

06-23-2017, 08:20 PM	#7
kimona Super Moderator Drives: 2014 White VITZ Join Date: May 2007 Location: Huntington Bch, CA Posts: 4,938	10 day update on the Kumho Ecsta 4XII's: BEST rubber yet! I'm very impressed. Super quiet and comfortable ride. Excellent on the highway. Great handling. I love these tyres.