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Kumho WinterCraft WP52
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Kumho WinterCraft WP52

Winter
Upper-middle
6.5 /10 Conditionally recommended

The WinterCraft WP52 is an affordable winter tire with good safety qualities on snow and dry surfaces, but it has low aquaplaning resistance and tends to understeer in wet conditions.

Head-to-Head Comparison

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See how this tyre stacks up against its closest rivals across all tested properties

KumhoThis tyre
WinterCraft WP52
6.5
HankookUpper-middle
Winter i*cept evo3 W330
8.7
Better at: Gravel traction, Snow handling
Worse at: Mileage
FalkenUpper-middle
EuroWinter HS02 Pro
6.6
Better at: Exterior noise
Worse at: Mileage, Wet braking
FirestoneUpper-middle
Winterhawk 4
6.3
Better at: Rolling resistance, Exterior noise
Worse at: Dry braking, Dry handling
KumhoUpper-middle
WinterCraft WP51
Worse at: Mileage, Dry braking
ToyoUpper-middle
Observe S944
6.7
Better at: Rolling resistance, Exterior noise
Worse at: Wet handling, Snow handling
NokianUpper-middle
WR Snowproof
6.8
Better at: Rolling resistance, Exterior noise
Worse at: Wet braking, Wet handling
HankookUpper-middle
W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.2
Better at: Rolling resistance, Snow braking
Worse at: Dry braking, Mileage
BFGoodrichUpper-middle
G-FORCE WINTER 2
8.2
Better at: Snow braking, Exterior noise
Worse at: Dry handling, Dry braking
KleberUpper-middle
KRISALP HP3
8.0
Better at: Snow braking, Exterior noise
Worse at: Dry handling, Wet braking
UniroyalUpper-middle
WinterExpert
8.1
Better at: Rolling resistance, Snow braking
Worse at: Dry handling, Dry braking
YokohamaUpper-middle
BluEarth-Winter V906
5.6
Better at: Exterior noise
Worse at: Wet braking, Rolling resistance
NokianUpper-middle
WR Snowproof P
7.5
Better at: Exterior noise, Snow braking
Worse at: Snow handling, Mileage
GoodYearPremium
UltraGrip Performance 3
9.5
Better at: Exterior noise, Comfort
ContinentalPremium
WinterContact TS 870 P
9.4
Better at: Rolling resistance, Exterior noise
Worse at: Mileage
VredesteinPremium
Wintrac Pro
6.3
Better at: Exterior noise, Gravel traction
Worse at: Mileage, Wet braking

Pros & Cons

Strengths

Excellent performance and safe handling on winter roads, including snow and ice.

Very high predicted mileage and low wear, indicating strong durability.

Short braking distances and reliable handling on both wet and dry roads.

Low fuel consumption, offering good economic efficiency.

Sporty, dynamic handling and balanced driving characteristics in all weather conditions.

Weaknesses

Reduced grip and limited safety margins in wet conditions, especially concerning aquaplaning resistance.

Handling performance in extreme (limit) situations on dry roads is somewhat weak.

Slightly higher tire weight compared to competitors.

Ride comfort could be improved.

History

WinterCraft WP512015–20217.1WinterCraft WP522022–20246.5
2022

Kumho WinterCraft WP52 was launched and replaced Kumho WinterCraft WP51.

2022
2× Tested
Autobild215/55 R17#17Satisfactory
Autobild215/55 R17#19
2023
4× Tested
Autobild225/40 R18#7Good
ADAC225/45 R17#9Satisfactory
Tyre Reviews225/45 R18#9
Autobild225/45 R18#25
2024
4× Tested
AUTOBILD205/55 R16#2
AUTOBILD245/45 R18#7Good
ADAC215/55 R17#12Sufficient
AUTOBILD205/55 R16#15Satisfactory
Price vs Quality
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Tests (10)

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10 Tests 6× Recommended
AUTOBILD Winter
205/55 R16
#2 Of 55 Tyres
AUTOBILD Winter
245/45 R18
#7 Of 12 Tyres
ADAC Winter
215/55 R17
#12 Of 16 Tyres
AUTOBILD Winter
205/55 R16
#15 Of 20 Tyres
Autobild Winter
225/40 R18
#7 Of 11 Tyres
ADAC Winter
225/45 R17
#9 Of 16 Tyres
Tyre Reviews Winter
225/45 R18
#9 Of 11 Tyres
Autobild Winter
225/45 R18
#25 Of 54 Tyres
Autobild Winter
215/55 R17
#17 Of 19 Tyres
Autobild Winter
215/55 R17
#19 Of 56 Tyres

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Ratings

Tested By professional organizations

Satisfactory5× (83%)
Sufficient1× (17%)

Performance by size

xxx/xx R16 8.5xxx/xx R17 7.8xxx/xx R18 8.5205/xx Rxx 8.5215/xx Rxx 7.5225/xx Rxx 8.5245/xx Rxx 8.5

Frequently asked questions

Where is Kumho WinterCraft WP52 made?
Kumho WinterCraft WP52 is made in Korea.
Is this tyre suitable for SUVs?
Yes, this tyre is also made in SUV sizes.

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