79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
22 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop SP Touring R1 vs Hankook OPTIMO ME02 K424 — 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
73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
72/100
5 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SP Touring R1 — better wet and handling. Pick the Hankook OPTIMO ME02 K424 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)
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | OPTIMO ME02 K424 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 84 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
SP Touring R1 leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | OPTIMO ME02 K424 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 52 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
OPTIMO ME02 K424 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | OPTIMO ME02 K424 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 80 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
OPTIMO ME02 K424 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | OPTIMO ME02 K424 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 84 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Touring R1 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | OPTIMO ME02 K424 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 70 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Touring R1 | Hankook OPTIMO ME02 K424 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 73 |
| Dry | 84 | 84 |
| Wet | 75 | 52 |
| Comfort | 76 | 80 |
| Treadwear | 82 | 84 |
| Handling | 81 | 70 |
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79
/ 100
Tire A
73
/ 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 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.
The Hankook Optimo ME02 K424 receives highly polarized feedback, with a significant majority of users expressing severe concerns regarding its performance in wet conditions. While some users report satisfaction with its durability and performance in specific climates, the consensus leans heavily toward the tire being unreliable and potentially dangerous on slick surfaces.
Pros
- High tread longevity due to a harder rubber compound
- Reported effectiveness in light snowy conditions by select users
Cons
- Extremely poor traction and handling on wet roads
- Increased risk of skidding and loss of control during cornering in rain
- Longer braking distances in wet weather, even with ABS engagement
- Audible road noise described as 'squealing' during dry driving
Observations
- Users report that the tire's hard compound contributes to a lack of confidence during routine maneuvers like navigating roundabouts in the rain.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Touring R1 | B · Hankook OPTIMO ME02 K424 |
|---|---|---|
| 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?
79
/ 100
Dunlop
73
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Dunlop SP Touring R1 — better wet and handling. Pick the Hankook OPTIMO ME02 K424 if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop SP Touring R1 scores 75 vs 52 on wet.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SP Touring R1 scores 81 vs 70 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Hankook OPTIMO ME02 K424 scores 80 vs 76 on comfort.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Touring R1
Tire B · Hankook OPTIMO ME02 K424
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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.