86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
77/100
15 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop SP Sport 560 vs Firestone TZ100 — 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
60
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
58/100
8 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SP Sport 560 — better comfort, handling and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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 560 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 560 | TZ100 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 94 | 71 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 560 leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 560 | TZ100 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 60 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 560 leads by 38
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 560 | TZ100 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 96 | 49 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 560 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 560 | TZ100 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 96 | 59 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 560 leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 560 | TZ100 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 63 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport 560 | Firestone TZ100 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 86 | 60 |
| Dry | 91 | 71 |
| Wet | 84 | 60 |
| Comfort | 87 | 49 |
| Treadwear | 81 | 59 |
| Handling | 90 | 63 |
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86
/ 100
Tire A
60
/ 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 series is generally regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in ride comfort, cabin quietness, and dry-road handling. While many users praise its superior performance compared to other premium brands, the consensus is heavily polarized by concerns regarding rapid tread wear and inconsistent traction in high-horsepower applications.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and low cabin noise levels.
- Strong dry-weather grip and responsive handling characteristics.
- Competitive pricing relative to other premium performance tire options.
- Solid durability when compared to specific factory-fitted alternatives.
Cons
- Rapid tread wear, particularly on high-performance or heavy vehicles.
- Poor traction and safety concerns in cold or wet conditions for high-torque vehicles.
- High total cost of ownership due to the frequency of required replacements.
Observations
- High-horsepower vehicles, such as the C63s AMG, struggle with off-the-line traction, suggesting the tire may be ill-suited for extreme torque outputs.
- Owners of luxury sedans like the Audi S8 and RS7 appreciate the balance of comfort and performance but report significant maintenance costs due to short tread life.
- Drivers of smaller, lower-power vehicles like the Hyundai Accent report excellent value and longevity, indicating the tire performs better on lighter platforms.
The Firestone TZ100 receives a mixed reception from users, often criticized for premature side-wall wear and inconsistent noise levels. While some drivers appreciate the reliable grip in both wet and dry conditions, many find the ride quality harsh and suggest that better performance alternatives exist at a similar price point.
Pros
- Reliable grip in both wet and dry road conditions
- Affordable price point
- Consistent performance for daily commuting
Cons
- Premature side-wall tread wear
- Harsh ride quality
- Excessive road noise on certain surfaces
- Lack of steering feedback
Observations
- Subaru Liberty RX owners reported consistent issues with side-wall wear despite maintaining proper tire pressure.
- Users noted that road noise can be misdiagnosed as tire-related when it may actually stem from mechanical issues like wheel bearings.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport 560 | B · Firestone TZ100 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
86
/ 100
Dunlop
60
/ 100
Firestone
Winner: Dunlop SP Sport 560 — better comfort, handling and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Sport 560 scores 87 vs 49 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SP Sport 560 scores 90 vs 63 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop SP Sport 560 scores 84 vs 60 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop SP Sport 560 scores 81 vs 59 on treadwear.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport 560
Tire B · Firestone TZ100
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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.