Kumho

Ecsta Sport PS72

Name: Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 205/45R17 XL
Brand: Kumho
SKU: 2363433
Price: 113.10 USD
Availability: InStock

205/45R17 XL

Summer

$113.10/tire $150.80

Set of 4: $452.40

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Specifications

Size	205/45R17 XL Ecsta Sport PS72
Width	205 mm
Aspect ratio	45
Rim diameter	R17
Load index	88
Speed rating	Y
Load range	XL

Season	Summer
UTQG	320 AA A
Tread depth	9.4/32"
Weight	18.4 lbs
Max pressure	50 psi
Severe snow (3PMSF)	No
Run-flat	No

About the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72

Summer Ultra High Performance Passenger Car tire Ideal for High Horsepower Vehicles, Including EVs.

Features

* Grippy compound* 30,000 Mile Treadwear Limited Warranty* Road Hazard Warranty

Benefits

* To grip the road and deliver heightened levels of performance in handling, stability, cornering and steering response* Help boost water excavation for performance in wet weather

Understanding the 205/45R17 XL size

In the size code 205/45R17, 205 is the section width in millimetres (about 8.1"). 45 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 45% of the width, or roughly 92.3 mm. R17 means radial construction on a 17-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 24.3".

The load index 88 means each tire supports up to 1,235 lbs — about 4,940 lbs across a full set of four. The speed symbol Y certifies the tire to 186 mph under its rated load. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating listed on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.

What the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 is built for

The Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 is a summer tire, tuned for maximum dry and wet grip in warm conditions; it is not intended for near-freezing temperatures. Fitment category: Passenger Car, CAR, Performance, UHP.

Tread life and grip ratings

This tire carries a UTQG rating of 320 AA A. The treadwear grade of 320 is a relative durability score — a grade of 200 is expected to last roughly twice as long as a grade of 100 under the same controlled test. Traction grade AA measures straight-line wet stopping grip (AA is highest, then A, B and C). Temperature grade A reflects heat resistance at sustained speed (A is highest).

Price and value

At $113.10 per tire, a full set of four costs $452.40. That is about 19% below the average price of the 61 tires we stock in this size.

Frequently asked questions

What does the tire size 205/45R17 mean?

205 is the section width in millimetres, 45 is the aspect ratio (sidewall height as a percentage of width, about 92.3 mm), and R17 indicates radial construction for a 17-inch wheel. Overall diameter is approximately 24.3 inches.

What are the load and speed ratings of the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 205/45R17 XL?

Its load index of 88 allows up to 1,235 lbs per tire. Its speed rating of Y is certified to 186 mph. Check your door-jamb placard and do not fit a tire rated below the vehicle's requirement.

How much does a set of 4 Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 205/45R17 XL tires cost?

A single tire is $113.10 and a set of four is $452.40.

Can the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 be used in winter?

No. This is a summer tire and it is not rated for severe snow service. Its compound stiffens as temperatures approach freezing, so fit winter or all-weather tires for cold-season driving.

Does the Ecsta Sport PS72 come in other sizes?

Yes — we stock 34 additional Ecsta Sport PS72 sizes besides 205/45R17 XL. Fit only a size approved for your vehicle.