Top 10 Dunlop Tires

Tires and rims

Dunlop Automotive Rubber occupies a leading position in the global market, and there is no driver who is not familiar with this brand. Tires are considered one of the best, having won the trust of consumers for a long time with their high workmanship, reliability and performance. The new development of Denovo is especially appreciated. This technology allows you to avoid accidents with a puncture of the wheel and without any discomfort and fears to drive a flat tire to the nearest workshop.

Products are supplied to Russia from Dunlop Tires factories located in the USA, Germany and Japan, but tires from China and Taiwan can be found. The latter do not stand up to any criticism - product rejects exceed 80%, so it is worth paying special attention to the marking and appearance of rubber. Our ranking review presents the best tires designed to work in a variety of conditions. The average price shown in the descriptions is calculated for tires with a diameter of R16.

The best Dunlop off-road tires

Dunlop tires have a long history of superior durability and durability, which is of paramount importance in the off-road segment. Below are the best models that can be classified as All-Terrain.

2 Dunlop Grandtrek AT3

Radial tubeless tire for SUV category vehicles. Performance is based on off-road and conventional asphalt pavement. The tread pattern is quite complex, it contains multiple elements of different configurations that provide load distribution over the entire contact area with the road. Three wide longitudinal channels with smaller cross-sectional branches handle large volumes of water, improving wet grip, which prevents runaway aquaplaning, even at decent speeds.

Owners using the Dunlop AT3 for everyday commuting are satisfied with the traction. The tires demonstrate confident behavior not only on asphalt, but also on unpaved areas. In operation, the tires are quite quiet, which allows you to feel comfortable on the track. At high speed (150 km / h and above) it starts to "scour" slightly, making further acceleration impractical. Despite the all-season nature, it makes sense to use these tires for winter trips only in the southern regions of the country, where weather fluctuations are more pronounced.

1 Dunlop Grandtrek MT2

This rubber is available in ten versions with diameters R16 and R18 - the most popular wheel sizes for SUVs. The deep self-cleaning tread proved to be excellent in overcoming unpaved directions, mud, rocky and sandy surfaces, snow. Tires are all-season, and in all road conditions they can be safely used all year round.

Reinforced steel cord, nylon belt and raw material make the rubber not only durable, but also immune to the various shock loads that are inevitable when driving off-highway. Owners use Dunlop Grandtrek MT2 tires in different conditions - some ride mainly on asphalt, others exclusively off-road. In the first case, the tires wear out much faster, because they are quite soft and the noise and vibration levels are within comfortable limits. On rough terrain, judging by the reviews, the tires do an excellent job with the tasks, demonstrating amazing strength and driving performance.

The best Dunlop comfort tires

To remain the market leader, Dunlop never stopped developing and looking for new solutions to improve the performance of its tires. It was possible to reduce the acoustic effect during rubber rotation thanks to a new noise modeling technology applied at the primary development stage.The feature of the tread pattern and the composition of the rubber compound from which the tire is made also contributes to a more comfortable operation.

2 Dunlop SP Sport LM704

The rubber has a sporty character, providing good acceleration dynamics and confident high-speed maneuvering. Despite its considerable rigidity, the tire works quite quietly, creating a comfortable operating environment. The absence of transverse sipes reduces rolling resistance. This effect is especially pronounced in sizes with a diameter of R16 and above. The tread pattern is simple and calm, however, it guarantees reliable grip on the summer road. Wide drainage channels allow you to cope with a large volume of fluid in the contact patch, ensuring vehicle stability on wet asphalt.

The owners note a fairly strong side of the tire, as well as the tire's resistance to wear. The rubber obeys the slightest movement of the steering wheel, does not tend to skid on sharp turns, is predictable at high-speed entries. The reviews also positively assess the efficiency of the "Dunlop LM704", expressed in reducing fuel consumption.

1 Dunlop Sport Maxx RT

Being in essence a sports rubber, "Dunlop Sport Max RT" in our review is in this category of tires. The noise level during wheel operation is 67 dB, which corresponds to a comfortable level of acoustic vibrations. It is soft enough, easily absorbs shocks from joints and minor road irregularities. This effect is especially noticeable on large tires, with diameters from R17 to R22. Despite the softness, the rubber responds adequately to control, does not "float" in corners and is stable on the track.

Owners appreciate the capabilities of these tires. The reviews indicate a high comfort of maneuvering, a short braking distance. Despite being soft, it wears out rather slowly. When driving, it should be borne in mind that the tires have a low profile - after hitting holes at high speed, there may be lateral hernias.

Best Dunlop winter tires

Dunlop winter tires have excellent characteristics, which have been obtained with the help of a special tire architecture and modern technological solutions in the preparation of the raw material base. In this category you can get acquainted with the best winter tires of the company, which are presented on the domestic market.

3 Dunlop Winter Maxx WM02

The tire can be used on different car models - more than 120 size positions, including modifications for medium (tires with diameter R15, R16) and premium (R17 - R19) classes. Despite the absence of studs, the rubber has good grip on icy surfaces. Amazing efficiency was achieved thanks to a significant increase in sipes on the working part of the tire, as well as the 4D-Nano-Design raw material preparation technology with the addition of silicon dioxide and plant matter.

The owners are very pleased with their choice - the Dunlop WM02 showed confident maneuvering and short braking distances on ice. In corners, it is held so tenaciously, as if the car is walking along a rail. The reviews also point to a fairly high durability and puncture resistance, despite the fact that the rubber is soft and quieter than regular winter tires. Among the shortcomings, there is a slight deterioration in performance when the temperature drops below 20 ° C frost.

2 Dunlop Ice Touch

One of the best winter tires, with excellent grip and low noise levels despite its 22 rows of studs. The steel tip is made in the form of a triangular bar with truncated edges. This configuration allows you to literally "bite" into the ice surface and provide excellent cross-country ability. The directionality of the tread and the higher content of silica in the working layer increases stability on asphalt and confident grip on snowy crust.

Owners rightly consider Dunlop Ice Touch tires to be the best purchase for providing a well-founded feeling of safety during winter driving. The reviews noted good rubber handling, predictable braking on any surface. The studs do not interfere with maneuvering on bare asphalt, and the rigidity achieved by the dynamic bridges between the blocks has improved traction characteristics and increased wear resistance.

1 Dunlop Grandtrek Ice02

An excellent choice for cars of the SUV category. The model has a directional pattern and studs, which provide excellent handling and reliable grip on the winter road. Several features in the tread design enhance the tire's performance:

Jumpers between tread blocks (stability when maneuvering);
The tread blocks are equipped with chamfers (increased cross-country ability on loose snow);
Wide grooves for drainage and snow slush, as well as volumetric lamellas "Miura-Ori" (confident grip on any surface);
Special cleat configuration with reinforced base.

The most popular in the size range are tires with an inner diameter of R16 - R18. As a rule, the owners are happy with their choice - the tires provide comfortable movement in conditions not only in the city. The reliability of the studs is noted - with proper operation, they cannot be lost. In addition, numerous reviews indicate excellent wear resistance of the tire - with the usual intensity of urban travel, they will be able to serve their owner for 4-5 winter seasons.

Best Dunlop sports tires

All tires from this manufacturer have a common distinguishing feature - a good margin of safety, which affects handling and service life. Dunlop sports tires are specially designed for energetic driving, providing effective braking and precise handling. In addition, due to the components of the mixture and the structure of the tread, the tires have a high balance and satisfactory acoustic properties.

3 Dunlop SP Touring T1

The tire is designed for cars of middle and economy classes (R16 is the largest diameter in dimensional modifications), has an affordable cost and good performance characteristics. The behavior of the rubber is predictable, it confidently holds the turns, does not break into a skid, but smoothly leaves, allowing the driver to control the situation to the extent of his capabilities.

Reviews note the excessive rigidity of the tire, however, it is thanks to this characteristic that the rubber has a pronounced sporting effect - precise maneuvering and stable cornering behavior. The high wear resistance is also appreciated. Noisy tread operation is considered a disadvantage, although the manufacturer has never positioned the Dunlop SP Touring T1 as a comfortable tire.

2 Dunlop Direzza DZ102

This summer tire combines the characteristics of a sporty and energy efficient tire. The base mix contains a high percentage of silica for better performance and extended life, while the seamless layering technology provides rigidity and stability. No less important is the aggressive sports-type tread - the rubber provides precise control, excellent road holding, low susceptibility to aquaplaning and a short braking distance.

Feedback from owners using Dunlop Direzza tires note a decrease in fuel consumption, confident maneuvering, and creep resistance at high-speed sharp turns. Separate praise deserves effective braking, thanks to which the driver understands the behavior of the tire after the first kilometers, and can afford a more aggressive driving behavior. A very strong sidewall withstands shocks, hernias and punctures for this rubber - a rarity.

1 Dunlop SP Sport Maxx

Excellent summer tires for aggressive highway driving. Allows the owner to enjoy precise handling, good acceleration dynamics and stability on dry and wet roads.The peculiarity of the tire lies in the fact that steel strips are used as a tire cord, which prevent minor punctures and impart rigidity to the entire structure.

In the reviews, the owners appreciate the characteristics of the Dunlop SP Sport Maxx well. After the first familiarization kilometers, many felt the need to drive more actively. The reason for this is confident grip on summer roads and cornering at high speed, predictable short braking distances. Among the disadvantages are the rather noisy operation of the wheel at an air temperature below 20 ° C, as well as the inexpediency of using the tire in conditions of measured and leisurely driving in city traffic.