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 Dunlop Sport BluResponse — 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
76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
83/100
9 professional tests
User signal (40%)
77/100
191 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SP Touring R1 — better treadwear and handling. Pick the Dunlop Sport BluResponse if comfort and wet matter 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)
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Sport BluResponse |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 88 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Sport BluResponse leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Sport BluResponse |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 75 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 84 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Sport BluResponse leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Sport BluResponse |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 100 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 83 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Sport BluResponse |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 84 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Touring R1 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Sport BluResponse |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 61 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Touring R1 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Sport BluResponse |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 75 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Touring R1 | Dunlop Sport BluResponse |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 76 |
| Dry | 84 | 84 |
| Wet | 75 | 78 |
| Comfort | 76 | 93 |
| Noise | – | 84 |
| Treadwear | 82 | 61 |
| Handling | 81 | 75 |
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Headline score
79
/ 100
Tire A
76
/ 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 Dunlop Sport BluResponse is widely regarded as a high-performance touring tire that excels in wet and dry grip, noise reduction, and ride comfort. While users frequently praise its safety and handling characteristics, the consensus is heavily polarized by its notably short tread life and soft sidewall construction, which some drivers find detrimental to steering precision.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction
- Very low road noise and high comfort levels
- Improved fuel economy and low rolling resistance
- Strong resistance to aquaplaning
Cons
- Rapid and premature tread wear
- Soft sidewalls leading to 'mushy' or vague handling
- Prone to sidewall damage and punctures
- Performance degradation as the tire nears the end of its life
Observations
- Drivers of heavier vehicles, particularly diesel-powered cars, frequently report faster shoulder wear and increased sidewall flex.
- Users with sportier driving styles or those who frequently navigate tight corners often find the soft sidewalls cause understeer and a lack of steering feedback.
- The tire is highly favored for hybrid and economy vehicles where low rolling resistance and cabin quietness are prioritized over aggressive handling.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Touring R1 | B · Dunlop Sport BluResponse |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
Dunlop
76
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Dunlop SP Touring R1 — better treadwear and handling. Pick the Dunlop Sport BluResponse if comfort and wet matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop SP Touring R1 scores 82 vs 61 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop Sport BluResponse scores 93 vs 76 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SP Touring R1 scores 81 vs 75 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop Sport BluResponse scores 78 vs 75 on wet.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Touring R1
Tire B · Dunlop Sport BluResponse
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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.