66
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
65/100
7 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop SP Touring T1 vs Yokohama A.Drive — 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
72
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
70/100
28 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama A.Drive — better dry, wet and treadwear. Pick the Dunlop SP Touring T1 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)
A.Drive leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring T1 | A.Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 77 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
A.Drive leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring T1 | A.Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 56 | 64 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Touring T1 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring T1 | A.Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 70 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
A.Drive leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring T1 | A.Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 79 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
A.Drive leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring T1 | A.Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 69 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Touring T1 | Yokohama A.Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 66 | 72 |
| Dry | 67 | 77 |
| Wet | 56 | 64 |
| Comfort | 73 | 70 |
| Treadwear | 73 | 79 |
| Handling | 63 | 69 |
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Headline score
66
/ 100
Tire A
72
/ 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 T1 receives highly polarized feedback, with users sharply divided between those prioritizing low cost and those concerned by significant safety and quality issues. While some find the tire to be a durable, budget-friendly option, a substantial number of reports highlight severe deficiencies in wet-weather traction and structural integrity.
Pros
- Highly competitive, budget-friendly price point
- Reported durability and longevity by some users
Cons
- Extremely poor wet-weather traction and braking performance
- High susceptibility to sidewall bubbling and structural failure
- Frequent need for repairs and premature degradation
- Lack of grip in dry conditions leading to wheel spin and tire squeal
Observations
- Users operating manual transmission vehicles reported difficulty maintaining traction during acceleration and hill climbs.
- Multiple reports of sidewall bubbles suggest potential weaknesses in the tire's casing construction under normal driving conditions.
The Yokohama A Drive is a polarizing tire that generally serves as an entry-level or mid-range option, receiving mixed feedback regarding its performance. While some users appreciate its value and dry-weather handling, a significant portion of the user base reports concerns regarding wet-weather traction, high road noise, and inconsistent tread life.
Pros
- Competitive price point offering good value for money
- Reliable and predictable grip in dry road conditions
- Solid durability and tread life for many users
- Generally comfortable ride quality
Cons
- Significant issues with wet-weather traction and aquaplaning
- High levels of road noise, particularly at highway speeds
- Inconsistent tread wear performance across different driving styles
- Stiff sidewalls reported by some users as a negative
Observations
- Users driving smaller hatchbacks and sedans like the Toyota Corolla and Fiat Punto reported mixed experiences, with some noting premature sidewall wear.
- Drivers of heavier or more powerful vehicles expressed dissatisfaction with the tire's ability to handle high-speed stability and wet-weather cornering.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Touring T1 | B · Yokohama A.Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Premium Touring Summer tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
66
/ 100
Dunlop
72
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama A.Drive — better dry, wet and treadwear. Pick the Dunlop SP Touring T1 if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Yokohama A.Drive scores 77 vs 67 on dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama A.Drive scores 64 vs 56 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Yokohama A.Drive scores 79 vs 73 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama A.Drive scores 69 vs 63 on handling.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Touring T1
Tire B · Yokohama A.Drive
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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.