88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
90/100
33 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 vs Dunlop SP Winter Sport 4D — 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.
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Tire B
Dunlop
Dunlop SP Winter Sport 4D
88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
86/100
38 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 and Dunlop SP Winter Sport 4D are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 is stronger on snow. Dunlop SP Winter Sport 4D is stronger on handling, treadwear and wet.
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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)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | SP Winter Sport 4D |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
SP Winter Sport 4D leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | SP Winter Sport 4D |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 93 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Blizzak DM-V2 leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | SP Winter Sport 4D |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 94 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 98 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | 99 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Winter Sport 4D leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | SP Winter Sport 4D |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 93 |
| SimpleTire owners | 92 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | SP Winter Sport 4D |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 88 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Winter Sport 4D leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | SP Winter Sport 4D |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 58 | 88 |
| SimpleTire owners | 86 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Winter Sport 4D leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | SP Winter Sport 4D |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 88 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 | Dunlop SP Winter Sport 4D |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 88 | 88 |
| Dry | 90 | 90 |
| Wet | 90 | 93 |
| Snow | 99 | 75 |
| Comfort | 90 | 93 |
| Noise | 88 | – |
| Treadwear | 82 | 88 |
| Handling | 80 | 88 |
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Headline score
88
/ 100
Tire A
88
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 is widely regarded as a premier dedicated winter tire, consistently praised for its exceptional traction and braking performance on snow and ice. While users acknowledge that the soft rubber compound leads to faster tread wear if used in warmer temperatures, the consensus is that the safety and handling benefits in harsh winter conditions far outweigh these longevity concerns.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and braking performance on snow and ice
- High level of driver confidence in severe winter weather
- Surprisingly quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Significant improvement over all-season tires for winter handling
Cons
- Faster tread wear compared to all-season tires
- Performance degrades if left on the vehicle during warmer spring/summer months
- Potential for reduced wet-weather grip as the tire wears down
Observations
- Users report excellent performance across a variety of vehicle types, including heavy SUVs like the BMW X5 and VW Touareg, as well as light trucks like the Ford F-150.
- Owners of hybrid vehicles noted that the tire's soft compound may wear more quickly under the specific torque characteristics of their vehicles.
- Some users successfully utilize oversized tire diameters for increased ground clearance in deep snow without sacrificing ride quality.
The Dunlop SP WinterSport 4D is widely regarded as a high-performance winter tire that excels in cold, wet, and slushy conditions while maintaining impressive comfort and low noise levels. While most users praise its stability and traction in snow and ice, a minority of drivers report a 'squirmy' handling sensation during high-speed cornering, likely due to the softer tread compound.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and stability in wet, slushy, and cold dry conditions.
- Remarkably low road noise, often quieter than summer tire counterparts.
- High level of ride comfort and refined road manners.
- Strong performance in deep snow and on icy inclines.
- Good tread longevity for a dedicated winter compound.
Cons
- Noticeable 'squirm' or lack of sharpness during high-speed cornering.
- Occasional reports of understeer in specific wet or icy conditions.
- Some users noted a 'hard' ride quality compared to previous iterations like the 3D.
- Potential for clearance issues if incorrect aspect ratios are selected for specific vehicle fitments.
Observations
- Users with wider tire setups noted that while traction is excellent, they may be slightly less effective in deep snow compared to narrower configurations.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles (e.g., Mercedes S-Class, E-Class) reported high satisfaction with comfort and grip, though they noted the 'squirm' sensation more prominently during aggressive maneuvers.
- Fitment caution: Owners of vehicles like the Mercedes W213 should ensure correct aspect ratios to avoid clearance issues with suspension components.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 | B · Dunlop SP Winter Sport 4D |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Winter tire | — |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
| Sizes available | 48 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 13/32″ | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
88
/ 100
Bridgestone
88
/ 100
Dunlop
Too close to call: Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 and Dunlop SP Winter Sport 4D are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 is stronger on snow. Dunlop SP Winter Sport 4D is stronger on handling, treadwear and wet.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 scores 99 vs 75 on snow.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SP Winter Sport 4D scores 88 vs 80 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop SP Winter Sport 4D scores 88 vs 82 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop SP Winter Sport 4D scores 93 vs 90 on wet.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2
Tire B · Dunlop SP Winter Sport 4D
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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.