84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
82/100
69 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop SP Sport FM800 vs Yokohama BluEarth Es ES32 — 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
80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
57 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SP Sport FM800 — better wet, treadwear and dry. 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 FM800 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport FM800 | BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 83 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
SP Sport FM800 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport FM800 | BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 78 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
BluEarth Es ES32 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport FM800 | BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 86 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Sport FM800 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport FM800 | BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 75 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Sport FM800 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport FM800 | BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 81 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport FM800 | Yokohama BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 84 | 80 |
| Dry | 88 | 83 |
| Wet | 86 | 78 |
| Comfort | 84 | 86 |
| Treadwear | 82 | 75 |
| Handling | 83 | 81 |
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84
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 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 FM800 is widely regarded as a high-value, mid-budget tire that punches above its weight class in terms of wet and dry grip, comfort, and noise suppression. While most users praise its performance-to-price ratio, some report inconsistent tread longevity and a decline in performance as the rubber compound hardens over time.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction
- High value for money compared to premium brands
- Low road noise and high ride comfort
- Predictable handling and progressive grip limits
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life reported by some users
- Performance degradation as the tire ages/hardens
- Not suitable for high-horsepower or aggressive track use
- Occasional reports of sidewall stiffness or lack of steering precision
Observations
- Users on smaller, lighter vehicles (e.g., VW Up, Ford Focus) report excellent handling and satisfaction.
- Drivers of high-performance or heavy vehicles (e.g., C63s AMG, Jaguar XF) noted that the tire struggles with high torque and may experience premature or uneven wear.
- Some users noted that steering feel can be perceived as vague on certain tire profiles, likely due to sidewall construction.
The Yokohama BluEarth Es ES32 is widely regarded as a high-value, comfort-oriented tire that excels in daily driving scenarios. While most users praise its quiet operation, smooth ride quality, and reliable dry-weather grip, consensus on wet-weather performance and tread longevity is mixed, with some users reporting significant performance degradation as the tire wears.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and noise reduction
- Strong value proposition compared to premium brands
- Reliable dry-weather traction and handling
- Noticeable improvement in fuel efficiency for many users
Cons
- Wet-weather grip can become unpredictable as tread depth decreases
- Inconsistent tread life, with some users reporting premature wear
- Sidewalls may be susceptible to damage from severe potholes
- Not intended for high-performance or aggressive driving
Observations
- Users of compact hatchbacks and city cars (e.g., Honda Jazz, Fiat 500) report high satisfaction with comfort and noise levels.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles or those with high-torque engines occasionally report faster-than-expected front-tire wear.
- Some users noted that the tire requires a 'break-in' period of several hundred miles before reaching optimal performance.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport FM800 | B · Yokohama BluEarth Es ES32 |
|---|---|---|
| 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?
84
/ 100
Dunlop
80
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Dunlop SP Sport FM800 — better wet, treadwear and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop SP Sport FM800 scores 86 vs 78 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop SP Sport FM800 scores 82 vs 75 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Dunlop SP Sport FM800 scores 88 vs 83 on dry.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport FM800
Tire B · Yokohama BluEarth Es ES32
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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.