Dunlop summer tire reviews: TOP 10 best models

Providing improved contact with the road surface allowed accelerating and braking without risk. Reviews of Dunlop tires for the summer note that the addition of silicon to the rubber composition contributes to driving at high speed. In the heat, the FM800 tires do not overheat.

Established in the late 19th century in Ireland by J. B. Dunlop, the company is a pioneer in the manufacture of tires. Its products are improved every year and do not lose popularity. Dunlop's summer tire reviews helped to compile a list of the top 10 of them.

Tire Dunlop SP Sport Maxx A1 235/55 R19 101V summer

This model is purchased by drivers of station wagon sedans, including expensive brands, with high-power engines. Suitable for lovers of sporty driving style. All Dunlop tires in the Maxx range are hydroplaning free and quiet.

Dunlop SP Sport Maxx A1

Manufacturer	1 out of 3 in Japan by Sumitomo
Width	235
Profile, mm	55
Disc diameter, inch	19
Max. speed km / h	240
Permissible wheel load, kg	825

The special multi-radius structure of the tire profile improves contact with the road surface, exerting even pressure on the tire. This is achieved by winding the carcass fiber (nylon) without seams, which reduces the likelihood of rubber overheating at high speed loads. This technology improves wear resistance, extending the life of the wheels.

Additional stability to the ride is given by the presence in the figure of 5 separate ribs, inseparable along the circumference.

Tire Dunlop SP LT 36 215/70 R15 106/104S summer

It is popular because it is used in a very narrow niche that not all manufacturers cover - on small buses and light trucks.

Dunlop SP LT 36

Manufacturer	Thailand, d. Amata
Outside diameter, mm	215
Proportionality, mm	70
Tire Inner Size, inches	15
Max. load capacity of one tire, kg	950
Permissible speed, km/h	180

The manufacturer declares this model as all-weather, but reviews of the Dunlop summer tires of the SP LT line indicate its poor movement on ice and snow.

The relief pattern is divided into 4 solid parts by 3 large grooves to eliminate water. The strips in the middle are two rows of longitudinal bricks each, which provide a stable position for the vehicle, adjacent to the road surface.

Increased wear resistance is determined by:

• hard solid ribs at the edges;
• special components that allow rubber to be elastic even at low air temperatures.

The division of the tread into small parts in the form of bricks made it possible to make the ride almost silent.

Tire Dunlop Enasave EC300+ summer

Premium tires are standard on passenger cars from brands such as Mitsubishi, Toyota and Suzuki. This modification of Dunlop summer tires has a lot of positive reviews, as it is produced in a wide range of sizes.

Dunlop Enasave EC300+

Produced	Turkey, Japan
Width options, mm	175 - 255
Profiles, mm	50, 55, 60, 65 and 70
Maxim. Speed, km/h	210 - 240
Permissible load on the wheel, kg	462 - 800
Disc diameters, inches	R14, R15, R16, R17

The corrugation pattern is asymmetrical multidirectional. Such tires are called fuel-saving. In order for the car to be able to drive more kilometers on one tank, the tire was made lightweight. In the rubber compound added components that increase the resistance to abrasion.

Rubber-filled edges help keep you dry on dry roads, while slant cuts in the middle keep water out on wet roads.

Tire Dunlop SP Sport FM800 summer

The fully robotic production was launched in 2015 and supplies tires for passenger cars and crossovers to the conveyors of German automakers.

Dunlop SP Sport FM800

Plant	Concern Sumitomo, Çankırı, Turkey
Produced diameters, inches	R13, R14, R15, R16, R17, R18
Width	205-245
Proportionality, mm	45 - 65
Load capacity, kg	615 - 850
Max. speed km / h	210 - 270

The reduced bulge of the tire relief prevents excessive rocking. Lightweight construction through the use of modern materials in the rubber compound saves fuel. Three central ribs guarantee stability.

Providing improved contact with the road surface allowed accelerating and braking without risk. Reviews of Dunlop tires for the summer note that the addition of silicon to the rubber composition contributes to driving at high speed. In the heat, the FM800 tires do not overheat.

Tire Dunlop Grandtrek AT25 summer

Designed for high traffic cars. These tires are included in the basic factory set of the Lexus LX570 and Toyota Land Cruiser 200/HILUX/FORTUNER models.

Dunlop Grandtrek AT25

Winemaking	Turkey, Japan
Maximum diameter, mm	265, 285
Inner diameter, inches	17 and 18
Ratio of profile height to width, mm	60, 65
Load on 1 wheel, kg	1120 (R17), 1060 and 1250 (R18)
Permissible speed, km/h	180 (R17), 210-240 (R18)

The nature of the relief makes it possible to use the summer "Grandtrek AT25" as off-season tires. For drainage, grooves of a wavy shape are provided, coping with the removal of liquid and dirt without losing the stability of the car.

For several seasons, it retains its appearance unchanged. The Grandtrek AT25 is the lowest-sounding model for off-road tyres. Reviews of Dunlop summer tires fix the only drawback - the high price.

Tire Dunlop SP Sport LM704 summer

The manufacturer of summer tires Dunlop produces a series of "Sport LM704" with a wide range of sizes:

Manufacturer country	Thailand
Disc diameter, inches	13 - 18
Width	155, 175, 185, 195, 205, 215, 225, 235, 245
Proportionality, mm	40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65
Permissible weight per wheel, kg	365, 450, 475, 500-580, 615-800
Maximum speed km / h	210, 240, 270

The word Sport in the name of the model determines the possibility of a sporty driving style, and the variety of parameters allows the tires of this line to be used for all modern brands of passenger cars.

Dunlop SP Sport LM704

The rubber manufacturing technology belongs to the UHP (Ultra High Performance) class, which makes it possible to make high-performance racing tires available to ordinary passenger cars. Tires equipped with UHP technology not only provide more precise steering, but also safe cornering at high speeds and shorter braking distances. The beveled tread blocks built into the tire provide a large contact area, but its pattern, unlike other sports tires, is symmetrical.

Tire Dunlop Grandtrek PT3 summer

Target use - large cars (minivans, SUVs). Reviews of Dunlop Grandtrek PT3 summer tires characterize them as urban and highway types. When used off-road, the service life is drastically reduced.

Dunlop Grandtrek PT3

Winemaking	Turkey, Thailand, Japan (Nagoya)
I.D. Options (R), inches	15 - 19
Width	175, 205, 215, 225, 235, 245,255, 265, 275, 285
Height/width, mm	55, 60, 65, 70, 80
Max. wheel load, kg	600-615, 710-875, 950-1060, 1120, 1215-1250
Permissible speed, km/h	180, 210 - 240

For maximum contact with the road, Versaload Technology's own development is used in the form of an innovative polymer additive to the rubber compound.

The tread is divided into ribs of the same size for equal load distribution.

Tire Dunlop SP Touring T1 summer

According to the reviews of owners of small and inexpensive cars, this Dunlop rubber series will faithfully serve more than one summer. The company provides a rich list of standard sizes.

Dunlop SP Touring T1

Winemaking	Japan
Profiles, inches	R13, R14, R15, R16, R18
Produced width of profiles, mm	155, 165, 175, 185, 195, 205, 215, 235
Proportionality, mm	50, 55, 60, 65, 70
Wheel load capacity, kg	387, 462-475, 500-530, 560, 615-630, 670, 710, 750
Permissible speed, km/h	190, 210

While the vehicle is moving, the Touring T1 tire smooths out bumps in the road due to technological elasticity. The specially designed sidewall design is able to reduce noise by 10% more. Three identical asymmetrically patterned ribs, separated by grooves to drain water and dirt, create tight contact with the floor. Since Touring tires are highly resistant to wear, it is advantageous to use them for taxis.

Tire Dunlop Direzza DZ102 summer

According to reviews, Dunlop Direzza DZ102 summer tires are of the same high quality, as they undergo factory electronic control. It is used on most modern cars and crossovers.

Dunlop Direction DZ102

Manufacturer country	Thailand, Indonesia
Wheel diameter, inches	R14 - R20, R22
Profiles, mm	30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60
Profile width, mm	185, 195, 205, 215, 225, 235, 245, 255, 265, 275, 285
Permissible load, kg	475, 500-560, 600-730, 775-800, 850
Maximum speed km / h	240, 270

The pattern of the relief is directionally symmetrical with increased wear resistance, provides improved performance on wet roads. The addition of silicon dioxide provides reliable stability at the maximum allowable speed.

Tire Dunlop Grandtrek AT3 summer

Reviews of Dunlop Grandtrek AT3 summer tires, despite its recent appearance on the market, are left by drivers of heavy all-wheel drive crossovers.

Dunlop Grandtrek AT3

Winemaking	Thailand, Turkey
Wheel diameters, inches	R15, R16, R17, R18, R21
Profile height to width ratio, mm	55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80
Width	205, 215, 225, 235, 245, 255, 265, 275, 287
Max. load per unit, kg	710, 750, 800, 850 - 900, 975, 1030 - 1120, 1180 - 1215, 1400, 1500
Max. speed km / h	160, 180, 190, 210

The deep profile captures all the bumps in the dirt road, protecting the car from rocking. Due to this property, Grandtrek AT3 tires are often used as off-season tires. There is a good overcoming of descents and ascents.

See also: Rating of summer tires with a strong sidewall - the best models of popular manufacturers

Owner feedback

Dunlop is one of the world's leading tire manufacturers, so it's easy to find product reviews. The owners of Dunlop summer tires leave both positive and negative reviews:

Advantages	Disadvantages
Almost all modifications have increased wear resistance	Although the manufacturer claims noiselessness, practice gives high sound performance.
Maintains control and stability in dry and wet conditions	It takes a long time to get used to the increased rigidity
Affordable to buy for constant multi-kilometer trips	Tires installed on SUVs make a loud squeal at the start in city mode
Virtually any punctures do not need tire fitting	In a downpour, deep puddles should not be driven at high speeds, otherwise hydroplaning cannot be avoided
Very strong sidewall construction, which is not afraid of deep holes	On a loose coating, crushed stone or gravel, slipping begins

According to reviews of Dunlop summer tires, the company's tires are wear-resistant, stable on different types of surfaces, when driving at the maximum allowable speed.

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