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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Dunlop SP StreetResponse vs Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 — 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.

Tire A Dunlop

Dunlop SP StreetResponse

All Season Touring tires

Dunlop SP StreetResponse tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
64/100
7 owner reviews
Dry
81
Wet
84
Snow
20
Comfort
69
Noise
–
Treadwear
78
Handling
77

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Goodyear

Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2

Summer Premium Touring tires

Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
87/100
21 professional tests
User signal (40%)
86/100
115 owner reviews
Dry
87
Wet
82
Snow
–
Comfort
83
Noise
70
Treadwear
91
Handling
84

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 — better comfort, treadwear and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown

7 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) EfficientGrip Performance 2 leads by 6
A — Dunlop SP StreetResponse
81
B — Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
87
Why this score
SourceSP StreetResponseEfficientGrip Performance 2
Professional tests (TWG score) – 84
Tyre Reviews owners 81 90

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) SP StreetResponse leads by 2
A — Dunlop SP StreetResponse
84
B — Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
82
Why this score
SourceSP StreetResponseEfficientGrip Performance 2
Professional tests (TWG score) – 79
Tyre Reviews owners 84 86

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Dunlop SP StreetResponse
20
B — Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
–
Why this score
SourceSP StreetResponseEfficientGrip Performance 2
Tyre Reviews owners 20 –

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) EfficientGrip Performance 2 leads by 14
A — Dunlop SP StreetResponse
69
B — Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
83
Why this score
SourceSP StreetResponseEfficientGrip Performance 2
Professional tests (TWG score) – 81
Tyre Reviews owners 69 85

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Dunlop SP StreetResponse
–
B — Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
70
Why this score
SourceSP StreetResponseEfficientGrip Performance 2
Professional tests (TWG score) – 70

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) EfficientGrip Performance 2 leads by 13
A — Dunlop SP StreetResponse
78
B — Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
91
Why this score
SourceSP StreetResponseEfficientGrip Performance 2
Tyre Reviews owners 78 91

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) EfficientGrip Performance 2 leads by 7
A — Dunlop SP StreetResponse
77
B — Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
84
Why this score
SourceSP StreetResponseEfficientGrip Performance 2
Tyre Reviews owners 77 84
DriverReviews owners – 84

Scores at a glance

Dunlop SP StreetResponse vs Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryDunlop SP StreetResponseGoodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
Relative Score 79 86
Dry 81 87
Wet 84 82
Snow 20 –
Comfort 69 83
Noise – 70
Treadwear 78 91
Handling 77 84

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Tire A

Tire B

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Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Dunlop SP StreetResponse

The Dunlop SP StreetResponse is generally regarded as a capable, fuel-efficient tire that excels in wet weather conditions. While some users report exceptional longevity and grip, others express concerns regarding premature tread wear and high noise levels, suggesting performance can vary significantly depending on the vehicle application.

Pros

  • Exceptional wet weather grip and handling
  • Noticeable improvements in fuel economy (MPG)
  • Strong durability and high mileage potential for some drivers
  • Comfortable ride quality on specific vehicle platforms

Cons

  • Reports of high road noise in certain vehicles
  • Inconsistent tread wear life across different driving styles
  • Vague steering feedback noted by some users
  • Availability issues for specific eco-focused tire sizes

Observations

  • Users of compact city cars like the Citroen C1 and Ford KA report high satisfaction with wet grip and fuel efficiency.
  • Owners of luxury-oriented vehicles have reported that while tread life is excellent, the tire's noise levels can significantly detract from cabin refinement.
Tire B Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2

The Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is widely regarded as a premier touring tire, consistently praised for its exceptional longevity, comfort, and low noise levels. While most users report a transformative improvement in ride quality and fuel efficiency compared to OEM tires, a minority of drivers note a 'vague' steering feel due to soft sidewalls and occasional reports of increased noise as the tire ages.

Pros

  • Exceptional tread life and durability
  • High levels of ride comfort and noise suppression
  • Excellent fuel efficiency and low rolling resistance
  • Strong, predictable grip in both dry and wet conditions
  • Significant improvement over factory-fitted eco-tires

Cons

  • Soft sidewalls can lead to vague steering feedback and body roll
  • Reported increase in road noise as the tire wears
  • Not suitable for aggressive or sporty driving styles
  • Occasional reports of structural issues or vibration at higher mileages

Observations

  • Users with heavy EVs and diesel estates report impressive mileage, often exceeding 40,000 miles.
  • Drivers of vehicles with stiff 'sports' suspension noted that the tire's soft sidewall helps significantly with comfort, though it reduces steering precision.
  • Some users on 16-inch and 17-inch wheels noted that the tire's comfort-oriented design makes the vehicle feel less 'sharp' compared to UHP alternatives.
Community buzz

What real owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score

Tire A

Dunlop SP StreetResponse

We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.

Tire B

Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2

Positive

Community feedback for the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is largely positive, highlighting exceptional durability, great wet performance, and high comfort levels. Some users note drawbacks such as softer sidewalls affecting sharp handling during spirited driving, while others debate comparisons with rival brands like Michelin and Continental.

r/TyreReviews ·5 upvotes ·2026-08-23

“Advice on new tyres So my car got stolen (RIP) and I bought a 16' MB c200d with rears 245/40r18 Its time to change them and I don't know what to do. A/S are not needed because snow is very rare in central Spain. Winter temperatures range between 0-10°C and summer range from 30 to 40. As I drive 25-30000 km per year I especially value wet performance and durability (Minimum 35-40000 km). The problem is, the tyres that would fit perfectlly to me are not available in this size (GY efficient grip performance 2 -best tyres i've ever had- and Michelin Primacy 5). What i've seen is Firestone (both roadhawk 2 and roadhawk sport), continental PC7, GY assy 6, Michelin PS5, bridgestone T6, Dunlop sport TG, kormoran/tigar/Taurus summer 2, nexen sport, hancook (Ventus evo 137 and Ventus prime 4) and kumho ps72. Even though It would be nice to save some money, i'm worried about losing rear grip when wet (its my first rwd) so its not important. What would you pick? Read more”

r/TyreReviews ·3 upvotes ·2026-06-16

“Hankook ventus prime 4 VS Goodyear efficientgrip performance 2 I cannot decide between these two tires for ages now. Customer reviews seem all over the place. I drive a tuned volkswagen polo mk6 2020. I need something that inspires confidence for spirited driving in corners with good stability, mainly dry handling and braking but also relatively comfortable. So far I've learned that the goodyear is more comfortable, better in the wet, better at braking but extremely lousy in handling because of the soft sidewalls. Can someone that has used the EGP2 confirm those claims or are they exaggerating. Base spec polos are known for a harsh ride and I live in the balkans. The roads are full of potholes and sometimes you can't even drive around them. specs: 195/55R16 87V”

r/tires ·1 upvote ·2024-02-26

“close call, if you looking for rolling resistance Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is the right one but otherwise is PC6. You can see how the newer PC7 fair against the Goodyear below”

r/tires ·1 upvote ·2024-11-10

“17" Goodyear efficient grip performance 2 small leak Hi, On my VW Touran 2019, 1.5 TSI, 17" alu oem wheels I have set Goodyear efficient grip performance 2 . There is a small leak lets say the pressure goes fro m 2.5psi to 2 psi in approx 7-10 days. The VW tpms warns me usually every 2-3 weeks. Those are summer tires, I just removed them for swapping with winter ones and I haven't cleaned them yet. They are quite dirty at the moment. The leaking one, pictured, was in the front this year, I switch them front/back every year. In my opinion it can do one last year (next summer) in the back. How would you fix the leak? I read those slime sprays damages the tire internally over time, but them its really approaching end of life fast in my opinion... I did visual inspection, I really dont see anything except maybe 1or two very tiny mark that could have been a nail puncture or something but its nothing sure... Maybe soap+ water? Thanks for hints. Ps: I have the tool somewhere for the indicator measurement, I cant find it right now.”

Top themes
#High treadwear and longevity#Wet weather performance#Ride comfort and low noise#Soft sidewalls and cornering#Fuel efficiency and rolling resistance#Comparison with Michelin Primacy

Based on 9 community posts

Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Dunlop SP StreetResponse B · Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
CategoryAll Season Touring tiresSummer Premium Touring tires
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Tread depth—8/32″
UTQG—300 A - AA A
Sidewall—Black Side Wall - Raised Black Lettering
Max pressure—50 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Dunlop

Goodyear

Winner: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 — better comfort, treadwear and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scores 83 vs 69 on comfort.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scores 91 vs 78 on treadwear.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scores 84 vs 77 on handling.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scores 87 vs 81 on dry.

Tire A · Dunlop SP StreetResponse
Tire B · Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2

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.