Kumho tires approved for Seat Leon

Kumho Tire will supply tyres for the original equipment of the Seat Leon, the flagship compact hatchback from the Spanish brand owned by Volkswagen, the tyre company announced. 

The Leon will be fitted with Kumho Ecsta HS52 tyres in the High Performance class, designed for use on both family and sports cars. The tyre tread pattern improves the even distribution of pressure in the contact patch, significantly reducing vibrations and tyre noise, according to the manufacturer. Additionally, reinforced shoulder blocks enhance stability during high-speed manoeuvring. 

According to Kim In-soo, Executive Vice President and Head of Sales for OE tyres at Kumho, supplying tyres for the Leon "confirms Kumho Tire's technological capabilities, which have been duly recognised by Volkswagen Group brands".

"As we continue strengthening our brand's competitiveness in key global markets, including Europe, we will further expand partnerships with leading automobile manufacturers," he added. 

Kumho also notes that after achieving record results in 2025, the company continues to rapidly increase sales in the European market, with growth exceeding 20% annually. In the future, the Korean manufacturer intends to expand its presence in the region by accelerating the development of tires meeting local market requirements, launching new premium products, and opening its own factory in Europe, currently under construction in Poland.