72
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
73/100
20 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop Direzza DZ102 vs Dunlop Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec — 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
83
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
86/100
6 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec — 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)
Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 92 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 83 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 82 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 77 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 88 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop Direzza DZ102 | Dunlop Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 72 | 83 |
| Dry | 82 | 92 |
| Wet | 73 | 83 |
| Comfort | 70 | 82 |
| Treadwear | 67 | 77 |
| Handling | 69 | 88 |
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72
/ 100
Tire A
83
/ 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 Dunlop Direzza DZ102 is widely regarded as a high-value, entry-level Ultra-High Performance summer tire that balances impressive dry grip and comfort with an attractive price point. While many users praise its handling and road manners, consensus is split regarding its longevity and wet-weather performance, with some users reporting rapid tread wear and inconsistent traction in heavy rain.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Strong dry pavement grip and cornering stability
- Surprisingly high levels of ride comfort for a performance tire
- Low road noise levels compared to competitors in the segment
Cons
- Rapid or inconsistent tread wear
- Inconsistent wet weather performance and hydroplaning resistance
- Increased road noise as the tire ages
- Difficult to balance for some users
Observations
- Users with high-torque or tuned vehicles (300hp+) report that the tire provides sufficient grip to manage power delivery effectively.
- Drivers on 17-inch and 18-inch setups frequently highlight a significant improvement in comfort compared to previous touring or OEM tires.
- Some users noted that the tire's performance is highly sensitive to correct inflation pressures, with improper settings leading to immediate degradation in feel.
The Dunlop Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec is widely regarded as a high-performance tire that offers exceptional dry grip and handling feedback at a competitive price point. While users consistently praise its spirited driving capabilities and stiff sidewall construction, the consensus notes a trade-off in terms of rapid tread wear and inconsistent wet-weather performance.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and handling feedback
- High value-to-performance ratio
- Stiff sidewall construction for improved cornering
- Reduced tire squeal during spirited driving
Cons
- Rapid tread wear compared to OEM alternatives
- Mediocre performance in wet conditions
- Increased road noise levels
- Potential quality control issues regarding tire balancing
Observations
- Users noted that the tire requires significantly more balancing weight compared to premium competitors like Bridgestone.
- The tire exhibits a shorter lifespan, with reports of replacement intervals occurring around 24,000 kilometers.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop Direzza DZ102 | B · Dunlop Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | Summer Extreme Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
72
/ 100
Dunlop
83
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Dunlop Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec — better handling, comfort and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec scores 88 vs 69 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec scores 82 vs 70 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Dunlop Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec scores 92 vs 82 on dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec scores 83 vs 73 on wet.
Tire A · Dunlop Direzza DZ102
Tire B · Dunlop Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec
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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.