86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
73/100
16 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS vs Falken FK510 SUV — 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
77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
75/100
3 professional tests
User signal (40%)
79/100
12 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS — better comfort, treadwear and handling. Pick the Falken FK510 SUV if wet and dry matter most to you.
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Category breakdown
7 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)
FK510 SUV leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 01 AS | FK510 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 97 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 92 | 83 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
FK510 SUV leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 01 AS | FK510 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 93 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 84 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 01 AS | FK510 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 01 AS leads by 40
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 01 AS | FK510 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 26 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 97 | 73 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 01 AS | FK510 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 78 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 01 AS leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 01 AS | FK510 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 97 | 66 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 01 AS leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 01 AS | FK510 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 82 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS | Falken FK510 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 86 | 77 |
| Dry | 90 | 93 |
| Wet | 83 | 90 |
| Snow | 50 | – |
| Comfort | 88 | 48 |
| Noise | – | 87 |
| Treadwear | 82 | 67 |
| Handling | 95 | 82 |
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Headline score
86
/ 100
Tire A
77
/ 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 Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS is generally regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in ride comfort, cabin quietness, and dry-weather handling. While many users praise its refined road manners and surprising capability in varied conditions, the consensus is heavily tempered by concerns regarding rapid tread wear and inconsistent performance under high-torque applications.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and low noise levels
- Strong dry-weather grip and handling precision
- Surprising all-season capability, including performance in snow
- Superior longevity compared to some competing high-performance OEM tires
Cons
- Rapid tread wear, particularly on high-performance vehicles
- Poor traction and stability under high-torque, high-horsepower acceleration
- Vulnerability to sidewall damage
- High replacement cost relative to tread life
Observations
- High-horsepower vehicles, such as the C63s AMG, struggle with traction, suggesting the tire is ill-suited for extreme torque outputs.
- Owners of luxury cruisers like the Lexus SC430 appreciate the stiff sidewall construction for maintaining tracking stability and handling precision.
The Falken FK510 SUV is widely regarded as a high-value performance tire that delivers excellent dry handling, comfort, and noise suppression. While users consistently praise its competitive pricing and road manners, the consensus is divided regarding tread longevity, with several reports of premature wear on performance-oriented SUVs.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium brands
- Superior dry handling and traction
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Strong performance in spirited driving scenarios
Cons
- Short tread life and rapid wear
- Potential for reduced fuel economy
- Inconsistent wet weather performance reported by some users
- Soft sidewalls may lead to edge wear if pressures are not managed
Observations
- Performance-oriented SUVs like the Porsche Cayenne GTS and Mercedes C43 show significantly accelerated tread wear.
- Users report that the tire's soft sidewall construction enhances ride comfort but requires careful attention to alignment and tire pressure to prevent uneven edge wear.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS | B · Falken FK510 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
86
/ 100
Dunlop
77
/ 100
Falken
Winner: Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS — better comfort, treadwear and handling. Pick the Falken FK510 SUV if wet and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS scores 88 vs 48 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS scores 82 vs 67 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS scores 95 vs 82 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Falken FK510 SUV scores 90 vs 83 on wet.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS
Tire B · Falken FK510 SUV
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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.