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 SP Sport LM 705 — 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
77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
74/100
46 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 — better comfort, treadwear and handling. Pick the Dunlop Direzza DZ102 if wet matters most to you.
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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 LM 705 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | SP Sport LM 705 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 81 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Direzza DZ102 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | SP Sport LM 705 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 62 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Sport LM 705 leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | SP Sport LM 705 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 89 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Sport LM 705 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | SP Sport LM 705 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 82 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Sport LM 705 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | SP Sport LM 705 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 74 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop Direzza DZ102 | Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 72 | 77 |
| Dry | 82 | 83 |
| Wet | 73 | 67 |
| Comfort | 70 | 88 |
| Treadwear | 67 | 80 |
| Handling | 69 | 74 |
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Headline score
72
/ 100
Tire A
77
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
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 SP Sport LM 705 is widely regarded as a dedicated touring tire that excels in ride comfort, noise reduction, and value. While it receives high praise for its ability to absorb road imperfections and provide a quiet cabin, users frequently note that its soft sidewall construction results in compromised handling precision and significant limitations in wet-weather traction.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and vibration absorption
- Very low road noise levels
- High value-for-money proposition
- Good dry-weather handling for daily commuting
Cons
- Poor wet-weather grip and high risk of hydroplaning
- Soft sidewalls lead to 'mushy' steering response
- Inconsistent tread life reports
- Not suitable for high-performance or spirited driving
Observations
- Users with high-horsepower vehicles (e.g., C63s AMG) report that the tire is incapable of handling high torque, leading to significant traction loss.
- Owners of luxury sedans and daily commuters appreciate the comfort benefits, whereas performance-oriented drivers find the soft sidewalls detrimental to cornering stability.
- The tire is frequently noted as an effective, budget-friendly alternative to premium OEM tires for standard passenger vehicles.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop Direzza DZ102 | B · Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
| Sizes available | — | 6 |
| Rim diameters | — | 16″ – 19″ |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
72
/ 100
Dunlop
77
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 — better comfort, treadwear and handling. Pick the Dunlop Direzza DZ102 if wet matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 scores 88 vs 70 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 scores 80 vs 67 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop Direzza DZ102 scores 73 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 scores 74 vs 69 on handling.
Tire A · Dunlop Direzza DZ102
Tire B · Dunlop SP Sport LM 705
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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.