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Dunlop SP Touring R1 review

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.

Relative score
79/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
78/100
22 reviews
Dunlop SP Touring R1
Scores

Two scoring systems, side by side

Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.

By owner reviews

78%
Would buy again 74%
Dry
Overall dry
84%
Corner stability
81%
Dry traction
84%
Steering response
78%
Wet
Overall wet
75%
Wet traction
81%
Comfort
Overall comfort
76%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
82%
Handling
Overall handling
81%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 22 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

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

Worth knowing

  • 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.
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