Kumho Tyre has been selected to supply original equipment (OE) tyres for the SEAT Leon, the compact hatchback produced by SEAT, the Volkswagen Group’s Spanish brand.
As Spain’s only volume automobile manufacturer and one of the country’s most recognised international brands, SEAT is known for its distinctive designs developed at its HQ in Martorell, near Barcelona. The company also serves as an important entry point for new customers to the Volkswagen Group. Built on the Group’s MQB platform, the fourth-generation Leon combines advanced technologies such as Adaptive Chassis Control (DCC) with everyday practicality and driving comfort, making it one of the brand’s most successful models.
Kumho’s ECSTA HS52, supplied in sizes 205/55 R16 and 225/40 R18, is a premium high-performance tyre engineered to deliver outstanding comfort, safety, and driving dynamics. Its advanced tread pattern incorporates a solid block design that maintains consistent road contact, helping to minimise noise and vibration. In addition, reinforced shoulder block technology enhances handling precision and high-speed stability, ensuring confident performance across a wide range of driving conditions.
“This OE fitment for the SEAT Leon reflects the trust that leading brands within the Volkswagen Group place in Kumho Tyre’s technology and product quality,“ said Insoo Kim, Executive Vice President and Head of the OE Sales Division at Kumho Tyre. “As our competitiveness continues to strengthen in key global markets, particularly in Europe, we will further expand our partnerships with leading automakers and reinforce our position as a global premium tyre brand.”
Building on its record performance last year, Kumho Tyre continues to grow strongly in Europe, achieving annual growth of more than 20%. To further strengthen its market position, the company is enhancing region-specific R&D capabilities, expanding its premium product portfolio, and establishing of a new manufacturing base in Europe.
