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 Pirelli Cinturato P1 Verde — 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
81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
75/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
78/100
47 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Pirelli Cinturato P1 Verde — better wet, dry and comfort. Pick the Dunlop SP Touring R1 if handling matters 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)
Cinturato P1 Verde leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Cinturato P1 Verde |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 90 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 83 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Cinturato P1 Verde leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Cinturato P1 Verde |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 74 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Cinturato P1 Verde leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Cinturato P1 Verde |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 79 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Cinturato P1 Verde |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 75 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Cinturato P1 Verde leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Cinturato P1 Verde |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 83 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Touring R1 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Cinturato P1 Verde |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 73 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Touring R1 | Pirelli Cinturato P1 Verde |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 81 |
| Dry | 84 | 87 |
| Wet | 75 | 82 |
| Comfort | 76 | 79 |
| Noise | – | 75 |
| Treadwear | 82 | 83 |
| Handling | 81 | 73 |
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Headline score
79
/ 100
Tire A
81
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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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 Pirelli Cinturato P1 Verde is widely regarded as a durable, high-value touring tire that excels in dry conditions and offers impressive longevity. While many users praise its predictable handling and braking performance, a subset of drivers reports concerns regarding increased road noise as the tire ages and inconsistent wet-weather traction.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and durability
- Strong braking performance on both dry and wet surfaces
- Predictable handling and cornering stability
- High value-for-money proposition
- Low rolling resistance contributing to fuel efficiency
Cons
- Increased road noise as the tire wears
- Stiff sidewalls can lead to a harsher ride on uneven surfaces
- Inconsistent wet-weather grip for some users, particularly in colder temperatures
- Potential for premature hardening of the rubber compound over time
Observations
- Users with smaller city cars (e.g., Fiat 500) frequently report high satisfaction with the tire's agility and stability.
- Drivers on 17-inch or larger wheel setups occasionally noted higher levels of cabin noise compared to smaller rim diameters.
- The tire is frequently praised for its ability to handle the weight and demands of older, heavier sedans, providing better tracking than some competitors.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Touring R1 | B · Pirelli Cinturato P1 Verde |
|---|---|---|
| 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
81
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Pirelli Cinturato P1 Verde — better wet, dry and comfort. Pick the Dunlop SP Touring R1 if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SP Touring R1 scores 81 vs 73 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli Cinturato P1 Verde scores 82 vs 75 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli Cinturato P1 Verde scores 87 vs 84 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Pirelli Cinturato P1 Verde scores 79 vs 76 on comfort.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Touring R1
Tire B · Pirelli Cinturato P1 Verde
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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.