74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
67/100
108 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Turanza T001 vs Dunlop SP Sport 01 — 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
70
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
68/100
134 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Turanza T001 — better wet and comfort. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport 01 if treadwear 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)
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T001 | SP Sport 01 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 78 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 78 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Turanza T001 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T001 | SP Sport 01 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 100 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 67 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Turanza T001 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T001 | SP Sport 01 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 65 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 01 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T001 | SP Sport 01 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 69 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 01 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T001 | SP Sport 01 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 69 |
| DriverReviews owners | 84 | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Turanza T001 | Dunlop SP Sport 01 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 70 |
| Dry | 79 | 79 |
| Wet | 88 | 68 |
| Comfort | 72 | 66 |
| Treadwear | 63 | 69 |
| Handling | 67 | 69 |
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74
/ 100
Tire A
70
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Turanza T001 receives a polarized reception from users, often serving as a divisive factory-fitted tire. While many drivers appreciate its dry-weather handling, steering feedback, and comfort, a significant portion of the user base reports concerns regarding inconsistent wet-weather performance and premature tread wear.
Pros
- Solid dry-weather grip and handling
- Responsive steering feedback
- Generally comfortable ride quality
- Good value for money at certain price points
Cons
- Inconsistent or poor wet-weather traction and aquaplaning resistance
- Rapid and uneven tread wear reported by many users
- High road noise levels on certain surfaces
- Susceptibility to punctures and sidewall softness
Observations
- Users with FWD vehicles frequently report understeer and rapid front-tire wear compared to rear-axle longevity.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles or those with high-performance driving styles noted significantly lower mileage expectations than the tire's touring classification suggests.
- Some users on 17-inch and larger wheels noted that the tire's sidewall stiffness can lead to a harsh ride on imperfect road surfaces.
The Dunlop SP Sport 01 receives highly polarized feedback, with users divided between those who value its predictable handling and longevity and those frustrated by significant road noise and inconsistent wet-weather performance. While many owners appreciate the tire's stiff sidewall for steering precision and cornering stability, a substantial number of reviewers report that noise levels increase dramatically as the tread wears down. Overall, it is viewed as a capable, long-lasting summer tire for daily driving, though it often falls short of expectations for high-performance vehicles.
Pros
- Excellent tread longevity and durability for many users
- Predictable, progressive handling and steering feedback
- Strong dry-weather grip and cornering stability
- Stiff sidewall construction provides a precise, 'on-rails' feel
Cons
- Significant and increasing road noise as the tire wears
- Inconsistent or poor wet-weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- Harsh ride quality due to stiff sidewalls
- Performance drop-off once tread depth reaches 3-4mm
Observations
- Users with heavy SUVs (e.g., Audi Q5, Skoda Yeti) often report high satisfaction with longevity and stability, though noise remains a common complaint.
- Owners of high-horsepower performance sedans (e.g., C63 AMG) frequently report that the tire struggles to manage torque, leading to excessive wheel spin and poor traction.
- BMW owners specifically noted that 'Star Rated' versions of this tire are essential for preventing drivetrain shuddering issues on certain X3 models.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Turanza T001 | B · Dunlop SP Sport 01 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
74
/ 100
Bridgestone
70
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Bridgestone Turanza T001 — better wet and comfort. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport 01 if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Turanza T001 scores 88 vs 68 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Turanza T001 scores 72 vs 66 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop SP Sport 01 scores 69 vs 63 on treadwear.
Tire A · Bridgestone Turanza T001
Tire B · Dunlop SP Sport 01
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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.