62
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
62/100
3 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop SP Winter Response vs Goodyear UltraGrip SUV — 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
80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
77/100
1 owner review
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear UltraGrip SUV — better wet, dry and handling. Pick the Dunlop SP Winter Response 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)
UltraGrip SUV leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | SP Winter Response | UltraGrip SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
UltraGrip SUV leads by 37
Why this score
| Source | SP Winter Response | UltraGrip SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 53 | 90 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Winter Response leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | SP Winter Response | UltraGrip SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 70 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
UltraGrip SUV leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | SP Winter Response | UltraGrip SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 70 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
UltraGrip SUV leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | SP Winter Response | UltraGrip SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Winter Response | Goodyear UltraGrip SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 62 | 80 |
| Dry | 63 | 90 |
| Wet | 53 | 90 |
| Comfort | 73 | 70 |
| Treadwear | 63 | 70 |
| Handling | 63 | 80 |
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Headline score
62
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 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 Winter Response receives mixed feedback, with users praising its high levels of comfort and low noise output. However, significant concerns regarding wet weather performance and braking reliability in critical situations suggest inconsistent safety characteristics.
Pros
- High level of ride comfort
- Low road noise levels
- Stable driving experience in favorable conditions
Cons
- Poor wet weather grip and braking performance
- Inconsistent safety in emergency stop scenarios
- Mediocre dry road handling
Observations
- Users report that the tire provides a more stable and quieter driving experience compared to some summer-focused alternatives.
The Goodyear UltraGrip SUV is regarded as a capable winter tire that offers dynamic handling characteristics similar to summer tires on dry and wet pavement. While it provides reliable traction in snow, users should anticipate a service life of approximately 15,000 miles before performance begins to degrade significantly.
Pros
- Excellent handling dynamics on dry and wet surfaces
- Reliable snow traction and mobility
- Consistent performance over the first three years of ownership
Cons
- Limited tread life, typically reaching wear limits around 15,000 miles
- Noticeable decline in performance as the tire approaches its wear limit
- Slightly delayed or vague steering reaction in deep snow conditions
Observations
- Users report that the tire maintains a sporty, dynamic feel even when used as an all-season solution.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Winter Response | B · Goodyear UltraGrip SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Ultra High Performance tires | Winter Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
62
/ 100
Dunlop
80
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear UltraGrip SUV — better wet, dry and handling. Pick the Dunlop SP Winter Response if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear UltraGrip SUV scores 90 vs 53 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear UltraGrip SUV scores 90 vs 63 on dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear UltraGrip SUV scores 80 vs 63 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear UltraGrip SUV scores 70 vs 63 on treadwear.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Winter Response
Tire B · Goodyear UltraGrip SUV
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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.