77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
67/100
17 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Turanza Serenity+ vs Dunlop SP Sport FM800 — 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%)
82/100
69 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SP Sport FM800 — better wet, comfort and handling. Pick the Bridgestone Turanza Serenity+ if treadwear matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
6 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)
SP Sport FM800 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Turanza Serenity+ | SP Sport FM800 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 88 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
SP Sport FM800 leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Turanza Serenity+ | SP Sport FM800 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 86 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Turanza Serenity+ | SP Sport FM800 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 57 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Sport FM800 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Turanza Serenity+ | SP Sport FM800 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 84 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Turanza Serenity+ leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Turanza Serenity+ | SP Sport FM800 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 84 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Sport FM800 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Turanza Serenity+ | SP Sport FM800 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 83 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Turanza Serenity+ | Dunlop SP Sport FM800 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 84 |
| Dry | 78 | 88 |
| Wet | 68 | 86 |
| Snow | 57 | – |
| Comfort | 70 | 84 |
| Treadwear | 93 | 82 |
| Handling | 69 | 83 |
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Headline score
77
/ 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 Bridgestone Turanza Serenity+ is widely regarded as a long-lasting, comfort-oriented touring tire that excels in reducing road noise and providing a smooth ride for daily commuters. While it receives high marks for longevity and cabin quietness, user consensus is mixed regarding wet-weather performance and steering feedback, with some drivers reporting significant understeer and hydroplaning concerns in adverse conditions.
Pros
- Exceptional tread longevity and wear resistance
- Significant reduction in road noise and cabin vibration
- High level of ride comfort for daily driving
- Reliable dry-weather handling for non-sporting applications
Cons
- Mediocre wet-weather grip and hydroplaning resistance
- Lack of steering feel and sluggish response
- Tendency toward understeer during spirited cornering
- Increased rolling resistance compared to eco-focused tires
Observations
- Users with smaller, economy-focused vehicles (e.g., Honda Jazz, HRV) report high satisfaction with noise reduction and comfort.
- Drivers of performance-oriented vehicles (e.g., MINI JCW, XR6 Turbo) note that while the tire is comfortable, it lacks the sharp handling characteristics required for spirited driving.
- Higher profile tires appear to contribute more effectively to the perceived comfort levels compared to lower profile variants.
The Dunlop SP Sport FM800 is widely regarded as a high-value, mid-budget tire that punches above its weight class in terms of wet and dry grip, comfort, and noise suppression. While most users praise its performance-to-price ratio, some report inconsistent tread longevity and a decline in performance as the rubber compound hardens over time.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction
- High value for money compared to premium brands
- Low road noise and high ride comfort
- Predictable handling and progressive grip limits
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life reported by some users
- Performance degradation as the tire ages/hardens
- Not suitable for high-horsepower or aggressive track use
- Occasional reports of sidewall stiffness or lack of steering precision
Observations
- Users on smaller, lighter vehicles (e.g., VW Up, Ford Focus) report excellent handling and satisfaction.
- Drivers of high-performance or heavy vehicles (e.g., C63s AMG, Jaguar XF) noted that the tire struggles with high torque and may experience premature or uneven wear.
- Some users noted that steering feel can be perceived as vague on certain tire profiles, likely due to sidewall construction.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Turanza Serenity+ | B · Dunlop SP Sport FM800 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Bridgestone
84
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Dunlop SP Sport FM800 — better wet, comfort and handling. Pick the Bridgestone Turanza Serenity+ if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop SP Sport FM800 scores 86 vs 68 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Sport FM800 scores 84 vs 70 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SP Sport FM800 scores 83 vs 69 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Turanza Serenity+ scores 93 vs 82 on treadwear.
Tire A · Bridgestone Turanza Serenity+
Tire B · Dunlop SP Sport FM800
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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.