Dunlop SP Sport Fast Response - Test Results

Test Statistics

9

Tests Completed

5^th

Average Position

2^nd

Best Result

7^th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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Across nine summer tests, the Dunlop SP Sport Fast Response delivers solid, well-rounded performance with multiple top-four finishes and frequent praise for balance and ride comfort. It peaks with 2nd/14 (ACE 2012) and 3rd/14 (European 2012), and holds several 4th places, indicating competitive capability in touring-focused assessments. However, results are inconsistent across different test methodologies, with mid-pack outcomes and a last place in one 2010 test tempering its overall standing.
Consistent editorial notes highlight its balanced character and smooth ride, though mentions of rolling-resistance deficits and scattered lower rankings suggest efficiency and occasional performance variability as recurring weaknesses. Overall, it is a competent, versatile touring tire rather than a category leader.

Performance Strengths

Overall Balance and Touring Performance Strong Details
• 2nd place overall in 2012 ACE Touring Summer Tire Test (2/14) with 'convincing all round performance'
• 3rd place overall in 2012 European Summer Tire Test - 205/55 R16 (3/14)
• 4th place overall in 2012 Auto Express (4/8) in an ultra-close field (<2% spread)
• 4th place overall in 2010 European Summer Tire Test - 185/65 R15 (4/12) with 'very balanced' comment
Ride Comfort/Refinement Moderate Details
• 2010 Auto Zeitung notes 'consistently good performance and a smooth ride'
• Multiple 'balanced/good all round' editorial mentions (2010 European 185/65 R15, 2012 ACE)

Performance Weaknesses

Rolling Resistance/Fuel Efficiency Moderate Details
• 2010 Auto Zeitung cites 'deficits in rolling resistance'
• No counter-evidence of efficiency awards across nine tests
Result Variability/Consistency Strong Details
• 7th place overall in 2012 Autoreview Touring Tire Test (7/9)
• 6th place overall in 2011 European 195/65 R15 (6/14)
• 6th/6 in 2010 Autocar FWD test (last place)

Performance Over Time

Test History

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2012 Auto Express Summer Tire Test

2012
Winner: Goodyear EfficientGrip

One of the sportier tires on test, the Dunlop showed a strong balance between wet and dry performance. At the noisiest tire on test, it was just beaten to 3rd by the Nexen

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2012 Autoreview Touring Tire Test

2012
Winner: Hankook Ventus Prime2

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2012 European Summer Tire Test - 205/55 R16

2012
Winner: Continental Premium Contact 5

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2012 ACE Touring Summer Tire Test

2012
Winner: Continental Premium Contact 5

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2011 Finnish ECO Touring Tire Test

2011
Winner: Continental Premium Contact 2

The Dunlop Sport Fast Responce resists aquaplaning brilliantly but unfortunately has a high rolling resistance and isn't the most comfortable tire in the test

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