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 September 2026
Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 vs Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 — 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
80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
81/100
12 professional tests
User signal (40%)
81/100
123 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 — better wet, dry and handling. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 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
Score (0–100)
Ventus Prime 3 K125 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Ventus Prime 3 K125 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 89 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Ventus Prime 3 K125 leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Ventus Prime 3 K125 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Sport LM 705 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Ventus Prime 3 K125 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 60 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 80 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Ventus Prime 3 K125 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 65 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Ventus Prime 3 K125 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 80 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Ventus Prime 3 K125 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Ventus Prime 3 K125 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 79 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 | Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 80 |
| Dry | 83 | 88 |
| Wet | 67 | 83 |
| Comfort | 88 | 68 |
| Noise | – | 65 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 80 |
| Handling | 74 | 79 |
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Headline score
77
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 100
Tire B
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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 Ventus Prime 3 K125 is widely regarded as a high-value touring tire that excels in dry conditions and offers a comfortable, quiet ride for daily commuting. While it is frequently praised for its competitive pricing and balanced performance, some users report inconsistent wet-weather confidence and accelerated tread wear when subjected to heavier vehicle loads or aggressive driving styles.
Pros
- Excellent dry road grip and braking performance
- High value-for-money ratio compared to premium competitors
- Comfortable ride quality with effective vibration absorption
- Predictable and stable handling for touring applications
Cons
- Increased risk of hydroplaning as tread depth decreases
- Accelerated tread wear on heavier vehicles or under high-torque conditions
- Noise levels can increase noticeably after several thousand miles
- Sidewall durability concerns, including reports of cracking
Observations
- Users with heavier vehicles (e.g., MPVs like the Sharan or SUVs) report significantly faster tread wear and reduced longevity.
- Drivers noted that the tire performs best as a comfort-oriented touring tire, with some users finding it less responsive or 'dull' on smaller 16-inch rim sizes compared to 17-inch variants.
- Performance is highly sensitive to tread depth; wet-weather grip and aquaplaning resistance drop off noticeably once the tire reaches the 3-4mm wear mark.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 | B · Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 6 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 19″ | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Dunlop
80
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 — better wet, dry and handling. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 scores 88 vs 68 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 scores 83 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 scores 88 vs 83 on dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 scores 79 vs 74 on handling.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport LM 705
Tire B · Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125
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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.