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 Yokohama Bluearth E51 — 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
57
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
49/100
4 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SP Touring R1 — better comfort, handling and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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 16
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Bluearth E51 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 68 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
SP Touring R1 leads by 25
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Bluearth E51 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 50 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Touring R1 leads by 43
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Bluearth E51 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 33 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Touring R1 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Bluearth E51 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 80 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Touring R1 leads by 36
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Bluearth E51 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 45 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Touring R1 | Yokohama Bluearth E51 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 57 |
| Dry | 84 | 68 |
| Wet | 75 | 50 |
| Comfort | 76 | 33 |
| Treadwear | 82 | 80 |
| Handling | 81 | 45 |
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Headline score
79
/ 100
Tire A
57
/ 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 Yokohama BluEarth E51 receives a mixed to negative reception from users, primarily due to its performance as an OEM-fitted tire on luxury vehicles like the Lexus NX300h. While some owners appreciate its longevity and tread wear, many report significant issues with cabin noise, ride harshness, and inconsistent wet-weather traction.
Pros
- Impressive tread longevity and durability
- Stable handling in dry conditions
- Adequate performance for standard commuting
Cons
- Excessive road noise and cabin resonance
- Harsh ride quality due to stiff sidewalls
- Poor wet-weather grip and susceptibility to hydroplaning
- Lack of refinement for luxury vehicle applications
Observations
- Lexus NX300h owners frequently report that the tire's stiff sidewalls and high noise levels detract from the vehicle's intended luxury experience.
- Users noted that the tire's performance limitations become apparent during rapid direction changes, highlighting its unsuitability for spirited driving.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Touring R1 | B · Yokohama Bluearth E51 |
|---|---|---|
| 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
57
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Dunlop SP Touring R1 — better comfort, handling and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Touring R1 scores 76 vs 33 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SP Touring R1 scores 81 vs 45 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop SP Touring R1 scores 75 vs 50 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Dunlop SP Touring R1 scores 84 vs 68 on dry.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Touring R1
Tire B · Yokohama Bluearth E51
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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.