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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Dunlop Sport BluResponse vs Hankook Ventus Prime 4 — 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.

Tire A Dunlop

Dunlop Sport BluResponse

Summer Ultra High Performance tires

Dunlop Sport BluResponse tread pattern
Objective (60%)
83/100
9 professional tests
User signal (40%)
77/100
191 owner reviews
Dry
84
Wet
78
Comfort
93
Noise
84
Treadwear
61
Handling
75

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

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Tire B Hankook

Hankook Ventus Prime 4

Summer Premium Touring tires

Hankook Ventus Prime 4 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
91/100
14 professional tests
User signal (40%)
82/100
76 owner reviews
Dry
88
Wet
82
Comfort
86
Noise
85
Treadwear
78
Handling
83

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Hankook Ventus Prime 4 — better treadwear, handling and dry. Pick the Dunlop Sport BluResponse if comfort 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Ventus Prime 4 leads by 4
A — Dunlop Sport BluResponse
84
B — Hankook Ventus Prime 4
88
Why this score
SourceSport BluResponseVentus Prime 4
Professional tests (TWG score) 82 88
Tyre Reviews owners 88 88
Dry Braking (% of best) 96% 100%
Dry Handling (% of best) 98% 100%

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Ventus Prime 4 leads by 4
A — Dunlop Sport BluResponse
78
B — Hankook Ventus Prime 4
82
Why this score
SourceSport BluResponseVentus Prime 4
Professional tests (TWG score) 75 81
Tyre Reviews owners 84 83
Wet Braking (% of best) 79% 99%
Wet Braking - Concrete (% of best) 69% 95%
Wet Handling (% of best) 96% 99%

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Sport BluResponse leads by 7
A — Dunlop Sport BluResponse
93
B — Hankook Ventus Prime 4
86
Why this score
SourceSport BluResponseVentus Prime 4
Professional tests (TWG score) 100 89
Tyre Reviews owners 83 82

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Ventus Prime 4 leads by 1
A — Dunlop Sport BluResponse
84
B — Hankook Ventus Prime 4
85
Why this score
SourceSport BluResponseVentus Prime 4
Professional tests (TWG score) 84 85

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Ventus Prime 4 leads by 17
A — Dunlop Sport BluResponse
61
B — Hankook Ventus Prime 4
78
Why this score
SourceSport BluResponseVentus Prime 4
Tyre Reviews owners 61 78

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Ventus Prime 4 leads by 8
A — Dunlop Sport BluResponse
75
B — Hankook Ventus Prime 4
83
Why this score
SourceSport BluResponseVentus Prime 4
Tyre Reviews owners 75 83
DriverReviews owners 84 80

Scores at a glance

Dunlop Sport BluResponse vs Hankook Ventus Prime 4: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryDunlop Sport BluResponseHankook Ventus Prime 4
Relative Score 77 83
Dry 84 88
Wet 78 82
Comfort 93 86
Noise 84 85
Treadwear 61 78
Handling 75 83

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Test data

The professional test results behind the scores

Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.

DisciplineCategoryTire ATire BΔBoth?
Curved Aquaplaning Curved 93% #5/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test 82% #17/21 · 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test +11.1 Different tests
Dry Braking Dry 96% #14/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test 100% #3/44 · 2022 Summer Tyre Market Overview -3.8 Different tests
Dry Handling Dry 98% #10/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test 100% #1/21 · 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test -2.1 Different tests
Rolling Resistance Efficiency 99% #2/12 · 2018 Gute Fahrt Summer Tyre Test 77% #5/21 · 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test +21.5 Different tests
Fuel Consumption Fuel 97% #24/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test 98% #32/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test -1.7 Same test
Abrasion Other 64% #32/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test 54% #8/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test +10 Same test
Noise Other 99% #14/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test 98% #9/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test +0.7 Same test
Price Other 87% #14/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test 79% #6/13 · Tyre Reviews Best Summer Touring Tyres +8.3 Different tests
Value Other 97% #19/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test 63% #4/21 · 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test +34.8 Different tests
Wear Other 52% #29/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test 79% #4/21 · 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test -27.9 Different tests
Overall Ranking Overall 13% #8/47 · 2018 AutoBild Summer Tyre Overview 20% #5/12 · 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested -7.5 Different tests
Straight Aqua Straight 96% #7/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test 96% #8/8 · 2025 Moottori Summer Tyre Test -0 Different tests
Subj. Comfort Subj 100% #2/20 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test 95% #4/7 · 2025 Die ReifenTester Summer Touring Tyre Test +4.9 Different tests
Subj. Dry Handling Subj 77% #9/20 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test 90% #4/14 · 2025 Summer and All Season Combined Tyre Test -13.3 Different tests
Subj. Wet Handling Subj 49% #9/20 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test 85% #6/7 · 2025 Die ReifenTester Summer Touring Tyre Test -35.6 Different tests
Total Cost of Ownership Total 0% #13/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test 0% #4/21 · 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test 0 Different tests
Wet Braking Wet 79% #8/8 · 2023 Motor Summer Tyre Test 99% #2/44 · 2022 Summer Tyre Market Overview -19.8 Different tests
Wet Braking - Concrete Wet 69% #26/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test 95% #15/16 · 2026 ADAC Summer Tyre Test -25.8 Different tests
Wet Handling Wet 96% #19/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test 99% #2/21 · 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test -3.3 Different tests
From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Dunlop Sport BluResponse

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.
Tire B Hankook Ventus Prime 4

The Hankook Ventus Prime 4 is widely regarded as a high-value, premium-touring tire that excels in comfort, low noise, and wet-weather confidence. While most users praise its balanced performance and competitive pricing, a subset of drivers reports concerns regarding rapid tread wear and a noticeable decline in grip as the tires approach the end of their service life.

Pros

  • Excellent ride comfort and low road noise levels
  • Strong wet and dry grip performance for daily driving
  • High value-for-money proposition compared to premium competitors
  • Predictable handling and stable cornering characteristics

Cons

  • Reports of rapid tread wear and premature degradation
  • Noticeable decline in wet grip performance as tread depth decreases
  • Sidewalls perceived as fragile or prone to damage by some users
  • Performance drop-off in near-freezing temperatures

Observations

  • Some users of heavier vehicles, including EVs, reported faster-than-expected tread wear and stiff sidewalls.
  • Drivers of high-torque or turbocharged vehicles occasionally noted traction issues (wheel spin) during acceleration, suggesting the tire may struggle with aggressive power delivery.
  • Users who upsized their tire profile reported improved ride comfort and corrected speedometer accuracy.
Community buzz

What real owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score

Tire A

Dunlop Sport BluResponse

We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.

Tire B

Hankook Ventus Prime 4

Positive

Community opinion on the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 is largely positive, with users praising it as a strong, high-value touring tire that often rivals more expensive premium brands like Michelin. Reviewers and owners highlight its good performance in both dry and wet conditions, though longevity estimates in professional tests show some variation. Overall, it is seen as a significant upgrade over budget or stock tires and a great choice for everyday driving.

r/TyreReviews ·6 upvotes ·2024-03-16

“Hankook Ventus Prime 4 vs Kumho Ecsta HS52? Hey there! Went to this reddit after reading a lot of reviews on the website, a bit of a newbie in general. I have read about many models and settled on 2 possible ones due to pricing and availability in my country (not looking for any other options). In my price range and requirements I've settled on Ventus Prime 4 initially (50% cheaper than Primacy that my car came stock with), but have also seen some good stuff said about HS52. I was quite settled on the first one since it scored very well in 2022 Autobild review, but now that 2024 came out a lot of numbers are completely different (predicted tread life alone took a huge dive) and Hankook is now 4 positions lower than Kumho. To add to this, Hankook was only 10% more expensive thank Kumho in my country, but now there was a price drop and and now there is 20% price difference, so set of Kumhos comes out noticeable cheaper. Spec wise they seems very similar with some trade-offs in different departments. I'm not really looking to save as much money as possible, but with latest reviews I'm not sure if there is any improvement worth paying for. Any thoughts? Thanks. Read more”

r/TyreReviews ·4 upvotes ·2024-03-19

“Are there any Hankook Ventus Prime 4 longevity reviews (perhaps personal experience?) The only info I was able to find is Autobild 2022 and 2024, and ADAC 2024 reviews. In the first one they expect 39k km, in the second 26k and in ADAC - 50k. I'm not sure what to believe. I'm a fairly moderate user and will be replacing stock Primacy 3s which lasted around 45k km. I would like to have something that will last around 4-5 years, which at my current usage would be around 30-35k km. If they consistently fall short of it I would probably pay a premium for a more expensive brand, but reviews give very different figures. If ADAC figures is to be trusted I would surely get them, because I would probably replace the car before I have to put on new tires. But 26k km in the latest Autobild review falls short of my expectations a bit. Are those figures typically less than real life due to more extensive testing and usage? I'm driving a compact SUV with 50/50 city highway driving and no sporty aspirations, very default usage scenario. I could pay more and get goodyear efficientgrip performance 2, but at their longevity they will probably need to be replaced out of age before I wear them down realistically, so that's why I was initially settling in more midrange priced Hankook offering. Would love any help, and appreciate the help I received in my previous post! Read more”

r/AutomobileRO ·2 upvotes ·2025-03-23

“Simbolul cu mașina și fulgerul de pe Hankook Ventus Prime 4 arată că anvelopa e compatibilă și cu mașini electrice (EV), nu că e destinată exclusiv lor. Poate fi folosită fără probleme și pe mașini cu motor termic.”

r/CartalkHungary ·2 upvotes ·2024-09-20

“Becsapós ez, nagyon kevés csapadék volt a nyáron, és nagyon könnyű megszokni a száraz tapadást. Aztan meglepődik az ember az esőben. Nekem is volt ilyen gumi az autón, előtte meg az volt rajta amivel vettem (valami noname), hát a Hankook egy nagyságrenddel jobb volt annál. Most VP4 van rajta, es rendben van az is szerintem.”

Top themes
#wet and dry grip#touring tire characteristics#price and value comparison#longevity and mileage#EV compatibility symbols#comparison with Michelin Primacy

Based on 13 community posts

Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Dunlop Sport BluResponse B · Hankook Ventus Prime 4
CategorySummer Ultra High Performance tiresSummer Premium Touring tires
Vehicle typePassenger Car / Crossover—
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Dunlop

Hankook

Winner: Hankook Ventus Prime 4 — better treadwear, handling and dry. Pick the Dunlop Sport BluResponse if comfort matters most to you.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Hankook Ventus Prime 4 scores 78 vs 61 on treadwear.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Hankook Ventus Prime 4 scores 83 vs 75 on handling.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

Dunlop Sport BluResponse scores 93 vs 86 on comfort.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Hankook Ventus Prime 4 scores 88 vs 84 on dry.

Tire A · Dunlop Sport BluResponse
Tire B · Hankook Ventus Prime 4

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.