77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
74/100
46 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 vs Hankook Winter i*cept LV — 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
66
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
1 owner review
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 — better treadwear, comfort and handling. Pick the Hankook Winter i*cept LV if wet and dry matter most to you.
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Category breakdown
6 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)
Winter i*cept LV leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Winter i*cept LV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Winter i*cept LV leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Winter i*cept LV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | 90 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Winter i*cept LV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 100 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Sport LM 705 leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Winter i*cept LV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 60 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Sport LM 705 leads by 50
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Winter i*cept LV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 30 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Sport LM 705 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Winter i*cept LV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 70 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 | Hankook Winter i*cept LV |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 66 |
| Dry | 83 | 90 |
| Wet | 67 | 90 |
| Snow | – | 100 |
| Comfort | 88 | 60 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 30 |
| Handling | 74 | 70 |
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Headline score
77
/ 100
Tire A
66
/ 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 LM 705 is widely regarded as a dedicated touring tire that excels in ride comfort, noise reduction, and value. While it receives high praise for its ability to absorb road imperfections and provide a quiet cabin, users frequently note that its soft sidewall construction results in compromised handling precision and significant limitations in wet-weather traction.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and vibration absorption
- Very low road noise levels
- High value-for-money proposition
- Good dry-weather handling for daily commuting
Cons
- Poor wet-weather grip and high risk of hydroplaning
- Soft sidewalls lead to 'mushy' steering response
- Inconsistent tread life reports
- Not suitable for high-performance or spirited driving
Observations
- Users with high-horsepower vehicles (e.g., C63s AMG) report that the tire is incapable of handling high torque, leading to significant traction loss.
- Owners of luxury sedans and daily commuters appreciate the comfort benefits, whereas performance-oriented drivers find the soft sidewalls detrimental to cornering stability.
- The tire is frequently noted as an effective, budget-friendly alternative to premium OEM tires for standard passenger vehicles.
The Hankook Winter i cept LV is highly regarded by commercial vehicle operators for its dependable traction in challenging winter conditions. Users consistently report that the tire provides reliable performance and peace of mind, even when utilized on heavy-duty breakdown vehicles.
Pros
- Exceptional winter traction and reliability
- High durability suitable for commercial van and truck applications
- Proven performance in emergency or high-stress recovery scenarios
Cons
- Limited feedback available regarding long-term tread life
- Lack of data on dry road handling characteristics
Observations
- Highly effective for commercial-grade vehicles, including vans and breakdown trucks
- Demonstrates robust performance under the heavy load requirements of utility vehicles
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 | B · Hankook Winter i*cept LV |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Premium Touring Winter tire |
| Vehicle type | — | Van |
| Sizes available | 6 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 19″ | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Dunlop
66
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 — better treadwear, comfort and handling. Pick the Hankook Winter i*cept LV if wet and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 scores 80 vs 30 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 scores 88 vs 60 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Hankook Winter i*cept LV scores 90 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Hankook Winter i*cept LV scores 90 vs 83 on dry.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport LM 705
Tire B · Hankook Winter i*cept LV
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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.