77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
74/100
46 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 vs Hankook Vantra LT — 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.
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78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
80/100
15 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 and Hankook Vantra LT are within 2 points overall. Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 is stronger on treadwear and comfort. Hankook Vantra LT is stronger on wet and dry.
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Category breakdown
7 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)
Vantra LT leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Vantra LT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 80 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Vantra LT leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Vantra LT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | 54 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Sport LM 705 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Vantra LT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 66 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Sport LM 705 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Vantra LT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 62 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Sport LM 705 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Vantra LT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 72 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 | Hankook Vantra LT |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 78 |
| Dry | 83 | 88 |
| Wet | 67 | 78 |
| Snow | – | 64 |
| Comfort | 88 | 83 |
| Noise | – | 88 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 72 |
| Handling | 74 | 72 |
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Headline score
77
/ 100
Tire A
78
/ 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 Sport LM 705 is widely regarded as a dedicated touring tire that excels in ride comfort, noise reduction, and value. While it receives high praise for its ability to absorb road imperfections and provide a quiet cabin, users frequently note that its soft sidewall construction results in compromised handling precision and significant limitations in wet-weather traction.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and vibration absorption
- Very low road noise levels
- High value-for-money proposition
- Good dry-weather handling for daily commuting
Cons
- Poor wet-weather grip and high risk of hydroplaning
- Soft sidewalls lead to 'mushy' steering response
- Inconsistent tread life reports
- Not suitable for high-performance or spirited driving
Observations
- Users with high-horsepower vehicles (e.g., C63s AMG) report that the tire is incapable of handling high torque, leading to significant traction loss.
- Owners of luxury sedans and daily commuters appreciate the comfort benefits, whereas performance-oriented drivers find the soft sidewalls detrimental to cornering stability.
- The tire is frequently noted as an effective, budget-friendly alternative to premium OEM tires for standard passenger vehicles.
The Hankook Vantra LT is widely regarded as a high-value, comfortable tire, particularly favored by owners of vintage VW Vanagons and various camper/motorhome platforms. While users frequently praise its quiet ride, durability under heavy loads, and resistance to deformation, the tire receives polarized feedback regarding its wet-weather performance and long-term structural integrity.
Pros
- Excellent ride comfort and low noise levels
- High value for money compared to premium competitors
- Strong resistance to flat-spotting and deformation during long periods of inactivity
- Improved steering feel and handling characteristics
Cons
- Significant concerns regarding traction and safety on wet surfaces
- Reports of premature sidewall failure and bubbling
- Inconsistent performance compared to premium alternatives like Goodyear or Continental
Observations
- Highly recommended by the VW Vanagon community as a superior replacement tire for stock configurations.
- Proven reliability for heavy camper and motorhome applications, specifically regarding load-bearing stability and resistance to deformation.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 | B · Hankook Vantra LT |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Van |
| Sizes available | 6 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 19″ | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Dunlop
78
/ 100
Hankook
Too close to call: Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 and Hankook Vantra LT are within 2 points overall. Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 is stronger on treadwear and comfort. Hankook Vantra LT is stronger on wet and dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Hankook Vantra LT scores 78 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 scores 80 vs 72 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 scores 88 vs 83 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Hankook Vantra LT scores 88 vs 83 on dry.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport LM 705
Tire B · Hankook Vantra LT
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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.