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 Dunlop SP Touring R1 — 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
79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
22 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SP Touring R1 — better wet and handling. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 if comfort 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 Touring R1 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | SP Touring R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 84 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
SP Touring R1 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | SP Touring R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | 75 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Sport LM 705 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | SP Touring R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 76 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Touring R1 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | SP Touring R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 82 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Touring R1 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | SP Touring R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 81 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 | Dunlop SP Touring R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 79 |
| Dry | 83 | 84 |
| Wet | 67 | 75 |
| Comfort | 88 | 76 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 82 |
| Handling | 74 | 81 |
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Headline score
77
/ 100
Tire A
79
/ 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 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 Dunlop SP Touring R1 is generally regarded as a reliable, budget-friendly touring tire that excels in longevity and comfort for daily family driving. While many users praise its dry-weather performance and value, there is a significant polarization regarding wet-weather safety, with some users reporting excellent traction and others describing it as inadequate.
Pros
- High tread longevity and durability
- Excellent value for money
- Comfortable and quiet ride quality
- Reliable dry-weather grip and braking
Cons
- Inconsistent wet-weather performance
- Reports of sidewall vulnerability
- Occasional road noise feedback
- Variability in actual tire width compared to specifications
Observations
- Users driving standard family vehicles and sedans (e.g., Toyota Corolla, Honda City) report high satisfaction for daily commuting.
- Some users noted that the physical width of the tire may measure narrower than the stated nominal size.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 | B · Dunlop SP Touring R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 6 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 19″ | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Dunlop
79
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Dunlop SP Touring R1 — better wet and handling. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 scores 88 vs 76 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop SP Touring R1 scores 75 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SP Touring R1 scores 81 vs 74 on handling.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport LM 705
Tire B · Dunlop SP Touring R1
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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.