59
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
55/100
21 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop SP Sport 270 vs Yokohama Advan dB V552 — 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
70
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
69/100
12 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama Advan dB V552 — better handling, comfort and wet. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport 270 if dry 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 270 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 270 | Advan dB V552 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 72 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Advan dB V552 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 270 | Advan dB V552 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 27 | 66 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Advan dB V552 leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 270 | Advan dB V552 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 55 | 84 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Advan dB V552 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 270 | Advan dB V552 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 35 | 65 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Advan dB V552 leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 270 | Advan dB V552 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 49 | 68 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport 270 | Yokohama Advan dB V552 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 59 | 70 |
| Dry | 78 | 72 |
| Wet | 54 | 66 |
| Comfort | 68 | 84 |
| Treadwear | 53 | 65 |
| Handling | 49 | 68 |
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59
/ 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 Dunlop SP Sport 270 receives a polarized reception, often serving as polarizing original equipment (OE) on various luxury and performance vehicles. While some users appreciate its quiet ride and stiff-walled handling characteristics, a significant portion of the user base reports severe safety concerns regarding wet-weather traction and rapid, uneven tread wear.
Pros
- Quiet and smooth ride quality
- Stiff sidewall construction provides predictable handling for specific vehicle architectures
- Solid dry-weather performance and cornering stability
- Competitive longevity compared to certain ultra-high-performance alternatives
Cons
- Poor wet-weather traction and high risk of hydroplaning
- Rapid and premature tread wear
- Inadequate grip for high-horsepower applications
- Vague steering feedback in certain conditions
Observations
- Lexus RX450h owners frequently report significant understeer and dangerous handling characteristics in wet conditions.
- High-performance vehicle owners (e.g., C63s AMG) note that the tire struggles to manage high torque, leading to excessive wheel spin.
- Users of larger SUVs like the Chevy Captiva report premature tread depletion, often requiring replacement before 30,000 km.
The Yokohama Advan dB V552 is widely regarded as a specialized touring tire that prioritizes cabin quietness and ride comfort above all else. While it excels at absorbing road imperfections and reducing noise for daily commuting, users note that its soft sidewall construction results in a lack of steering precision and reduced grip during high-speed maneuvers.
Pros
- Exceptional noise reduction and quiet operation
- Superior ride comfort and vibration absorption
- Effective at smoothing out potholes and road irregularities
Cons
- Soft sidewalls lead to a 'floating' sensation at highway speeds
- Lack of steering sharpness and cornering confidence
- Mediocre grip levels in both wet and dry conditions compared to performance-oriented tires
Observations
- The tire is specifically engineered as an OE fitment for vehicles like the Mazda3 BP, where its soft sidewall is intended to complement stiffer suspension bushings.
- Users report that increasing tire pressure by 3-4 PSI can mitigate the 'floating' sensation experienced at higher speeds.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport 270 | B · Yokohama Advan dB V552 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
59
/ 100
Dunlop
70
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama Advan dB V552 — better handling, comfort and wet. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport 270 if dry matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama Advan dB V552 scores 68 vs 49 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Yokohama Advan dB V552 scores 84 vs 68 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama Advan dB V552 scores 66 vs 54 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Yokohama Advan dB V552 scores 65 vs 53 on treadwear.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport 270
Tire B · Yokohama Advan dB V552
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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.