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 ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun — 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
80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
86/100
20 professional tests
User signal (40%)
80/100
113 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS — better comfort, handling and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
SP Sport 01 AS leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 01 AS | ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 92 | 86 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 01 AS | ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 82 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 01 AS | ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 01 AS leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 01 AS | ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 65 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 97 | 79 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 01 AS | ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 74 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 01 AS leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 01 AS | ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 97 | 77 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 01 AS leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 01 AS | ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 80 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 82 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS | Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 86 | 80 |
| Dry | 90 | 86 |
| Wet | 83 | 83 |
| Snow | 50 | – |
| Comfort | 88 | 71 |
| Noise | – | 74 |
| Treadwear | 82 | 77 |
| Handling | 95 | 80 |
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Headline score
86
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 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 ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun is widely regarded as a high-value, performance-oriented tire that excels in wet and dry grip, often outperforming more expensive premium brands. While most users praise its quietness and comfort, a subset of drivers reports concerns regarding high rolling resistance and inconsistent experiences with road noise and ride firmness.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction that inspires driver confidence.
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium competitors.
- Generally low road noise and high levels of ride comfort.
- Strong, durable sidewalls that provide positive handling feedback.
Cons
- Increased fuel consumption reported by many users due to high rolling resistance.
- Inconsistent reports on noise levels, with some users finding them louder than expected.
- Ride quality can feel overly firm or 'harsh' on certain vehicle suspensions.
- Some reports of premature wear or rapid tread depth reduction in specific driving conditions.
Observations
- Drivers of lightweight, sporty hatchbacks (e.g., Mini Cooper, Renault Twingo RS) report significant handling improvements and a more 'planted' feel compared to OEM run-flat or budget tires.
- Users with firm or sport-tuned suspensions occasionally find the tire's sidewall stiffness makes the ride feel too harsh on imperfect road surfaces.
- Performance on heavy or high-torque vehicles can lead to faster tread wear if driven aggressively.
Community buzz
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Tire B
Positive
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
Community sentiment regarding the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun is generally positive, with specific praise noted for its strong wet grip. Users frequently evaluate it as an affordable alternative alongside other budget-friendly options for smaller or standard passenger vehicles.
Top themes
#wet weather performance#budget friendly options#tire size availability#grip and handling#eco-run efficiency
Based on 5 community posts
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS | B · Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
86
/ 100
Dunlop
80
/ 100
Falken
Winner: Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS — better comfort, handling and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS scores 88 vs 71 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS scores 95 vs 80 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS scores 82 vs 77 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS scores 90 vs 86 on dry.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport 01 AS
Tire B · Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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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.