74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
69/100
91 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental Eco Contact 5 vs Dunlop SP Sport 560 — 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
86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
77/100
15 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SP Sport 560 — better handling, comfort and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
5 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 560 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Eco Contact 5 | SP Sport 560 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 94 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 560 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Eco Contact 5 | SP Sport 560 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 85 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 560 leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Eco Contact 5 | SP Sport 560 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 96 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 560 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Eco Contact 5 | SP Sport 560 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 96 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 560 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Eco Contact 5 | SP Sport 560 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 90 |
| DriverReviews owners | 84 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental Eco Contact 5 | Dunlop SP Sport 560 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 86 |
| Dry | 77 | 91 |
| Wet | 77 | 84 |
| Comfort | 68 | 87 |
| Treadwear | 74 | 81 |
| Handling | 69 | 90 |
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Tire A
86
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental EcoContact 5 is a polarizing tire that excels in fuel efficiency and longevity but receives significant criticism for its wet-weather performance and road noise. While many users praise its low rolling resistance and durability, a substantial portion of the user base reports poor traction in wet conditions and high noise levels on coarse road surfaces.
Pros
- Excellent fuel economy and low rolling resistance
- High tread longevity and durability
- Reliable and predictable dry-weather handling
- Consistent performance across a wide range of vehicle types
Cons
- Poor wet-weather grip and increased risk of aquaplaning
- High road noise on coarse or uneven asphalt
- Thin sidewalls prone to bulging or damage from potholes
- Performance degradation as tread depth decreases
Observations
- Users with smaller, lighter vehicles (e.g., Fiat 500, Renault Clio) frequently reported issues with wet-weather traction and wheel spin.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles or those with high-torque engines noted that the tire's performance in the wet was particularly underwhelming during acceleration.
- Owners of vehicles with 17-inch or larger wheels reported higher sensitivity to road noise and surface imperfections.
The Dunlop SP Sport series is generally regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in ride comfort, cabin quietness, and dry-road handling. While many users praise its superior performance compared to other premium brands, the consensus is heavily polarized by concerns regarding rapid tread wear and inconsistent traction in high-horsepower applications.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and low cabin noise levels.
- Strong dry-weather grip and responsive handling characteristics.
- Competitive pricing relative to other premium performance tire options.
- Solid durability when compared to specific factory-fitted alternatives.
Cons
- Rapid tread wear, particularly on high-performance or heavy vehicles.
- Poor traction and safety concerns in cold or wet conditions for high-torque vehicles.
- High total cost of ownership due to the frequency of required replacements.
Observations
- High-horsepower vehicles, such as the C63s AMG, struggle with off-the-line traction, suggesting the tire may be ill-suited for extreme torque outputs.
- Owners of luxury sedans like the Audi S8 and RS7 appreciate the balance of comfort and performance but report significant maintenance costs due to short tread life.
- Drivers of smaller, lower-power vehicles like the Hyundai Accent report excellent value and longevity, indicating the tire performs better on lighter platforms.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental Eco Contact 5 | B · Dunlop SP Sport 560 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
74
/ 100
Continental
86
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Dunlop SP Sport 560 — better handling, comfort and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SP Sport 560 scores 90 vs 69 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Sport 560 scores 87 vs 68 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Dunlop SP Sport 560 scores 91 vs 77 on dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop SP Sport 560 scores 84 vs 77 on wet.
Tire A · Continental Eco Contact 5
Tire B · Dunlop SP Sport 560
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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.