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 September 2026
Dunlop SP Touring R1 vs Laufenn G Fit 4S — 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.
VS
83
/ 100
Objective (60%)
73/100
5 professional tests
User signal (40%)
86/100
8 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Laufenn G Fit 4S — better comfort, wet and treadwear. Pick the Dunlop SP Touring R1 if dry matters most to you.
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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
Score (0–100)
SP Touring R1 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | G Fit 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 59 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
G Fit 4S leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | G Fit 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 78 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 91 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | G Fit 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 68 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 90 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
G Fit 4S leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | G Fit 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 88 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | G Fit 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 100 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
G Fit 4S leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | G Fit 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 88 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
G Fit 4S leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | G Fit 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Touring R1 | Laufenn G Fit 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 83 |
| Dry | 84 | 72 |
| Wet | 75 | 83 |
| Snow | – | 76 |
| Comfort | 76 | 88 |
| Noise | – | 100 |
| Treadwear | 82 | 87 |
| Handling | 81 | 84 |
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Headline score
79
/ 100
Tire A
83
/ 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 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 Laufenn G Fit 4S is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly all-weather tire that benefits from its association with Hankook manufacturing standards. Users consistently report impressive grip in both wet and snowy conditions, alongside a quiet and responsive driving experience that exceeds expectations for its price point.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium brands
- Strong wet weather performance and cornering grip
- Impressive traction in deep snow and icy conditions
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- High durability and slow tread wear
Cons
- Increased road noise noted at higher speeds (above 100 km/h)
- Limited long-term data on tread life beyond initial break-in periods
Observations
- Users report high satisfaction when fitted to compact hatchbacks like the Vauxhall Corsa and Skoda Fabia.
- Performance remains consistent across various road surfaces, including steep rural inclines.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Touring R1 | B · Laufenn G Fit 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | All Season Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
Dunlop
83
/ 100
Laufenn
Winner: Laufenn G Fit 4S — better comfort, wet and treadwear. Pick the Dunlop SP Touring R1 if dry matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Dunlop SP Touring R1 scores 84 vs 72 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Laufenn G Fit 4S scores 88 vs 76 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Laufenn G Fit 4S scores 83 vs 75 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Laufenn G Fit 4S scores 87 vs 82 on treadwear.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Touring R1
Tire B · Laufenn G Fit 4S
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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.