84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
82/100
7 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Turanza T001 Evo vs Dunlop Sport BluResponse — Compared (September 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
76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
83/100
9 professional tests
User signal (40%)
77/100
191 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Turanza T001 Evo — better treadwear, handling and wet. Pick the Dunlop Sport BluResponse if comfort 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)
Turanza T001 Evo leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T001 Evo | Sport BluResponse |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 88 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Turanza T001 Evo leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T001 Evo | Sport BluResponse |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 75 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 84 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Sport BluResponse leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T001 Evo | Sport BluResponse |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 100 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 83 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T001 Evo | Sport BluResponse |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 84 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Turanza T001 Evo leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T001 Evo | Sport BluResponse |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 61 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Turanza T001 Evo leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T001 Evo | Sport BluResponse |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 75 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Turanza T001 Evo | Dunlop Sport BluResponse |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 84 | 76 |
| Dry | 88 | 84 |
| Wet | 85 | 78 |
| Comfort | 85 | 93 |
| Noise | – | 84 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 61 |
| Handling | 87 | 75 |
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Headline score
84
/ 100
Tire A
76
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 50% #2/16 · 2018 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 205/55 R16 | 13% #8/47 · 2018 AutoBild Summer Tyre Overview | +37.5 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Turanza T001 Evo is generally regarded as a high-performing summer tire that excels in dry and wet grip, offering a stable and comfortable driving experience. While users praise its handling characteristics and road feedback, the tire is subject to criticism regarding its fuel efficiency and a notable lack of clear sidewall branding to distinguish it from the previous generation T001.
Pros
- Excellent grip in both dry and wet road conditions
- High levels of ride comfort and stability
- Strong road feedback and handling performance
Cons
- Poor fuel economy compared to competitor ratings
- Lack of 'Evo' branding on the sidewall causes confusion with the older T001 model
- Reports of audible humming or noise at town speeds
- Inconsistent tread wear performance
Observations
- Users noted that tread wear can be accelerated during winter months, suggesting the compound may be sensitive to temperature fluctuations.
- The physical identification of the 'Evo' variant requires counting longitudinal grooves (four) rather than relying on sidewall markings.
The Dunlop Sport BluResponse is widely regarded as a high-performance touring tire that excels in wet and dry grip, noise reduction, and ride comfort. While users frequently praise its safety and handling characteristics, the consensus is heavily polarized by its notably short tread life and soft sidewall construction, which some drivers find detrimental to steering precision.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction
- Very low road noise and high comfort levels
- Improved fuel economy and low rolling resistance
- Strong resistance to aquaplaning
Cons
- Rapid and premature tread wear
- Soft sidewalls leading to 'mushy' or vague handling
- Prone to sidewall damage and punctures
- Performance degradation as the tire nears the end of its life
Observations
- Drivers of heavier vehicles, particularly diesel-powered cars, frequently report faster shoulder wear and increased sidewall flex.
- Users with sportier driving styles or those who frequently navigate tight corners often find the soft sidewalls cause understeer and a lack of steering feedback.
- The tire is highly favored for hybrid and economy vehicles where low rolling resistance and cabin quietness are prioritized over aggressive handling.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Turanza T001 Evo | B · Dunlop Sport BluResponse |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
84
/ 100
Bridgestone
76
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Bridgestone Turanza T001 Evo — better treadwear, handling and wet. Pick the Dunlop Sport BluResponse if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Turanza T001 Evo scores 80 vs 61 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Turanza T001 Evo scores 87 vs 75 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop Sport BluResponse scores 93 vs 85 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Turanza T001 Evo scores 85 vs 78 on wet.
Tire A · Bridgestone Turanza T001 Evo
Tire B · Dunlop Sport BluResponse
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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.