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 Yokohama BluEarth E70 — 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
69
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
64/100
15 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 — better comfort, dry and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
SP Sport LM 705 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | BluEarth E70 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 75 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | BluEarth E70 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | 67 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Sport LM 705 leads by 34
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | BluEarth E70 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 54 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Sport LM 705 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | BluEarth E70 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 77 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Sport LM 705 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | BluEarth E70 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 69 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 | Yokohama BluEarth E70 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 69 |
| Dry | 83 | 75 |
| Wet | 67 | 67 |
| Comfort | 88 | 54 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 77 |
| Handling | 74 | 69 |
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Headline score
77
/ 100
Tire A
69
/ 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 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 Yokohama BluEarth E70 is a polarizing OEM tire frequently criticized for high road noise and a harsh ride quality, particularly on Subaru XV and Mitsubishi Outlander models. While some users appreciate its longevity and predictable handling in dry conditions, others report significant concerns regarding wet-weather grip and a noticeable decline in performance as the tire ages.
Pros
- Excellent tread life and durability
- Predictable handling in dry conditions
- Strong fuel efficiency and low rolling resistance
- Capable performance on light dirt and gravel surfaces
Cons
- High levels of cabin noise on various road surfaces
- Harsh ride quality and lack of comfort
- Inconsistent or poor wet-weather traction
- Significant performance degradation as the tire wears
Observations
- Subaru XV owners frequently cite this tire as a noisy OEM choice, often leading to early replacement despite remaining tread depth.
- Users of SUV/Crossover models like the Outlander PHEV report that the tire's stiff sidewalls transmit excessive road feedback, which some find unsuitable for family vehicles.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 | B · Yokohama BluEarth E70 |
|---|---|---|
| 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
69
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 — better comfort, dry and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 scores 88 vs 54 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 scores 83 vs 75 on dry.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 scores 74 vs 69 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 scores 80 vs 77 on treadwear.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport LM 705
Tire B · Yokohama BluEarth E70
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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.