86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
88/100
31 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Kumho Ecsta 4X KU22 vs Yokohama AVS Sport — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
87/100
6 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Kumho Ecsta 4X KU22 — better wet, comfort and treadwear. Pick the Yokohama AVS Sport if handling matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Ecsta 4X KU22 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Ecsta 4X KU22 | AVS Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 93 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Ecsta 4X KU22 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Ecsta 4X KU22 | AVS Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 80 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Ecsta 4X KU22 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Ecsta 4X KU22 | AVS Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 82 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ecsta 4X KU22 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Ecsta 4X KU22 | AVS Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 82 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
AVS Sport leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Ecsta 4X KU22 | AVS Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 90 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Kumho Ecsta 4X KU22 | Yokohama AVS Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 86 | 84 |
| Dry | 94 | 93 |
| Wet | 90 | 80 |
| Snow | 85 | – |
| Comfort | 90 | 82 |
| Noise | 84 | – |
| Treadwear | 85 | 82 |
| Handling | 70 | 90 |
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Headline score
86
/ 100
Tire A
84
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Kumho Ecsta 4X KU22 is widely regarded as a high-value, all-season tire that delivers balanced performance across dry, wet, and light winter conditions. While it may not lead its class in any single performance metric, users consistently praise its affordability and reliability, making it a popular choice for daily drivers seeking a cost-effective alternative to premium brands.
Pros
- Exceptional price-to-performance ratio
- Strong wet weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- Responsive handling and cornering stability
- Surprisingly capable performance in light snow conditions
Cons
- Road noise can increase as the tire wears
- Some users find them louder than premium OEM alternatives
- Ride comfort is adequate but may not fully absorb road imperfections for all drivers
Observations
- Users with smaller, lighter vehicles like the Chevy Spark and Toyota Corolla report improved handling and rim protection compared to factory-installed tires.
- Owners of higher-horsepower vehicles, such as the Cadillac CTS-V, find the tire to be a capable and economical daily-driving option, though it is not marketed as a dedicated performance tire.
The Yokohama AVS Sport is highly regarded by enthusiasts for its exceptional dry and wet grip, often cited as a benchmark performance tire of its era. While users frequently lament its discontinuation, the consensus highlights a strong balance of handling precision and surprising longevity, despite some reports of increased road noise.
Pros
- Exceptional dry and wet weather traction
- High level of handling precision and cornering confidence
- Impressive tread life relative to its performance category
- Strong value proposition for the level of performance provided
Cons
- Noticeable road noise, particularly during the first half of the tread life
- Limited availability due to the tire being out of production
- Performance degradation noted when tread depth reaches the final 2mm
Observations
- Drivers of heavy, high-horsepower vehicles reported that the tire maintains structural integrity and grip well under load.
- Lightweight, balanced vehicles (approx. 1250kg) experienced significantly higher-than-expected mileage, exceeding 19,000 miles.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Kumho Ecsta 4X KU22 | B · Yokohama AVS Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
86
/ 100
Kumho
84
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Kumho Ecsta 4X KU22 — better wet, comfort and treadwear. Pick the Yokohama AVS Sport if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama AVS Sport scores 90 vs 70 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Kumho Ecsta 4X KU22 scores 90 vs 80 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Kumho Ecsta 4X KU22 scores 90 vs 82 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Kumho Ecsta 4X KU22 scores 85 vs 82 on treadwear.
Tire A · Kumho Ecsta 4X KU22
Tire B · Yokohama AVS Sport
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.