Dunlop Direzza DZ102

The Dunlop Direzza DZ102 is a Extreme Performance Summer tire designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars.

Tire review data from 17 tire reviews averaging 73% over 116,600 miles driven, and 1 tests with an average result of 7th.

Dry Grip 82%
Wet Grip 74%
Road Feedback 75%
Handling 68%
Wear 67%
Comfort 73%
Buy again 74%

The Direzza DZ102 is ranked 23rd of 33 Summer Extreme Performance tires.

Tests Included

1

Best Result

7th

Worst Result

7th

Average Result

7th

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Size Price Range  
225/40 R18 $147.98 - $147.98 (1 Prices) Compare Prices >>
225/45 R17 $167.99 - $167.99 (1 Prices) Compare Prices >>
225/45 R18 $176.98 - $176.98 (1 Prices) Compare Prices >>
Available in 11 tire sizes - View all.

Top 3 Dunlop Direzza DZ102 Reviews

Given 74% while driving a Lexus IS250 RWD (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 12,500 average miles
These are really good price/performance wise. Grip on both dry and wet is pretty decent for a budget UHP, while being VERY comfortable for the category and price. They are really quiet and the ride is comparable to a decent touring tire while being more grippy as stated. Sidewall and thread look really nice. The downside is they wear pretty fast, at least in my application. 12.500 miles in they seem to be past the half of their threadlife, wich is weird since they are rated 460 Threadwear, wich is pretty high for a UHP Summer, think they might have another 10k miles in them. Can't really be mad about it since they are less than half the price of more "premium" tires like the PS5 while still being a brand name. If you can get a deal on them factoring their shorter life I would recommend them.
Helpful 44 - tire reviewed on January 2, 2023
Given 80% while driving a Mercedes Benz E350 (245/40 R18) on a combination of roads for 6,300 spirited miles
Inherited these tires on a second-hand purchased Mercedes E350 W211. Although I was initially wanting to replace these with Michelin PS4 / Falken Azenis FK510, the Direzza DZ102 that were mounted on for about 10,000kms now were surprisingly good. I was shocked even more to find out they were UHP summer tires but I didn't expect them to feel very comfortable on our patchy roads. Matches well with the staggered setup of 245/40 R18 and 265/35 R18 on the E350. It may seem to be wearing a little fast for my liking due to a softer compound, but at least the ride is pleasant given the age of the car itself. The only big concern is some notable front tire noise above 80kph which I believe comes from the tires than the bearings but needs further checking one I decide to replace these Dunlops. No issues on wet handling as well after running several patches of water during rainstorms on the highway. Will definitely consider these as a benchmark, however there could be better choices if comfort is a must. May check out some options with Michelin or Falken, but since its staggered it may be difficult finding the exact make and model for both sides, reason why the Dunlop Direzza DZ102 was chosen by the first owner due to lack of availability.
Helpful 26 - tire reviewed on July 16, 2023
Given 84% while driving a Mazda 6 (235/45 R18) on mostly town for 10,000 average miles
Just done 10k on Direzza DZ102 on our daily. Plenty of life left, can do $40k+. Quiet tire. 04 Mazda 6 sedan with rx8 wheels

Quite impressed with them. Usually $180-200 Australian for an 18 inch tire we got ours for $144 each. Great tire, can easily compete with $250 tires

Dry 8/10. I also own Z1 Star semis 10/10

wet n/a

value for money 10/10 for $144. 9/10 for $200.

Would buy again if they had correct sizes. Sizes are a bit limited....
Helpful 115 - tire reviewed on August 31, 2016
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Given 77% while driving a Honda Civic 1.5T (225/45 R18) on a combination of roads for 1,200 spirited miles
I was using Falken ZE914 Ecorun and the tire had worn out a bit. Choose to replace it because I just re-tuned my car so it got extra juice *about 230-240hp from stock. Needed a more grippy tire. Then the shop offered me a "Dunlop Direzza" but did not specify which Direzza, thought it was the DZ101 but turns out it was the DZ102 (they did not have it ready stock, so they immediately bought it from another shop). Price was 1.2mio IDR (about 80 US$) per pcs. Quite affordable since Michelin PS4 priced almost twice. The dry grip was superb, it feels quick and direct while changing direction and did not hesitate a bit. I flick, it moves. I sometimes do high speed corner and the front end never loses the bite so it barely feels understeer enough. Noise was also good for a tire at this level of performance. Did not find it too noisy even while running 180 km/h on the highway. The wet grip was average, still can keep up with the car's power but does not give enough confidence to try some "over the top" maneuvers while raining. Braking wasn't the best bit also both on dry and wet, on-par with the Falken ZE914, which is a premium touring. Still not experiencing the wear though. So, will buy again if the wear is adequate, will not buy if it easily wears out after 20k.
Helpful 37 - tire reviewed on June 29, 2022
Given 42% while driving a Volkswagen polo 1.4cc 16V (205/40 R17) on a combination of roads for 600 spirited miles
I had previously dunlop LM704 195/45/16. Was highly disappointed with dunlop, was planning to get michelin ps4. It would lose grip on normal cruising in the rain, my little 1.6 16v would let the tires even scrabble in 3rd gear if I had launch the car. Upgrade to 17inch wheels with dizerra dz102 the comfort levels much better, the grip is unreal, I could not break them loose, not even in the rain. They handle quite well. For the price Its a no brainer. Its quieter than falken ecorun 914s on rougher roads. I will buy them again! Even cornering at speeds on wet roads, its the same speeds I do on dry roads and I still cannot believe the way they grip.
Helpful 42 - tire reviewed on September 13, 2021
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Given 83% while driving a Citroën C Elysee (205/60 R15) on mostly town for 8,000 spirited miles
This is a Citroen C-ELYSÉE - 2020./ Less than 18,000km (Live in Lima, PERU). Replace OEM tires, because are not satisfied. Old where Bridgestone Ecopia EP25. New tires Dunlop Direzza DZ102 205/60-R15, now with 10,000km on it . What a difference. First, lower noise. A lot lower noise. Precise handling, impressive braking. (Dry pavement). Even in low-mid rain have a precise braking response. Firm suspension. Will buy again.
Helpful 37 - tire reviewed on August 2, 2021
Given 69% while driving a (225/40 R18) on for 0 miles
The only downside of this tire is this the wear and its a soft compound this tires will goes down very fast. Good dry and wet grip though even when its near its end of its life supringsly wet grip is still quite good.
Helpful 50 - tire reviewed on August 2, 2020
Subaru (215/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 5,000 miles
Like any tire, caution in the wet should be paramount. But this said the DZ102 from Dunlop is pretty sure footed, reacts well to changing Conditions and surfaces and once you have got used to it, it is quite predictable and is a very capable wet weather tire.
Dry grip is outstanding.
Positive turn in and lots of feed back when correct tire pressures are used.
Note, when fitted, the garage over inflated mine and they felt rubbish straight away. Always check your own pressures after fitment.
Handling is very good from these tires though they can be a little noisy depending on the road surface.
Altogether a good performance tire for what I paid AUD $145
Yes I would buy again. If the price was similar....
Helpful 39 - tire reviewed on November 3, 2019
Given 63% while driving a Mercedes Benz C class 230 kompressor, TModel (245/40 R17 W) on mostly town for 25,000 average miles
The tire was nearly broken when i changed them after driven with them for 25,000 miles in Hong Kong.
The Dunlop Direzza DZ102 was quite good in dry road conditions.
However, its aqua planing & wet grip was rather terrifying. I did experienced several time of wheel spinning in raining while i just started the car from a complete stop.
Road noise was so bad that in the second half of the tires' life span.
I did not expect them to last for more than 20000 miles but i don't recommend this to anyone
Helpful 49 - tire reviewed on October 28, 2019
Given 81% while driving a Mitsubishi Evolution X (225/45 R17) on mostly country roads for 0 spirited miles
Bought this dunlop tires november 2017 and now the tires are about 60% thread life left,i think i have put at least 50K kilometres and rotate the tire once.
Now the dry grip is quite good so does the wet grip,the only thing is being a soft compound rubbber this tires mayb dosent last much longer but its hard to say since i drive quite spirited daily and managed to get 50k Km out of this tires and quite happy with it.
Suprisingly even with 60% thread life now the handling in the dry is awesome.
Will buy again or try the goodyear f1 D5 which is in the same price range as this dunlop direzza.
Helpful 42 - tire reviewed on January 13, 2019
Given 89% while driving a BMW 318 (205/50 R15 R) on a combination of roads for 1,500 spirited miles
Got these to put on my E30. They are an amazing tire. Did fantastic work on road, back roads, highways and on the autocross. For the money they are worth it.
Helpful 66 - tire reviewed on April 21, 2018
Given 74% while driving a Ford Fiesta (195/55 R15) on mostly country roads for 12,000 spirited miles
I expect much more from the DIREZZA in corners. It is equal or sightly worst compared with pirreli cinturato p7 (green tire)
Run on track and road with this tire
Helpful 98 - tire reviewed on September 13, 2017
Suzuki (205/50 R16 V) on mostly town for 2,000 average miles
Man these tires are a joy to drive in. Super smooth and grippy, the comfort is excellent, marginal noise even at 160+ kmph speeds. The tires is hard hence not that comfortable however, you get the benefit of excellent cornering and stability than others. These are serious improvements over the previous DZ101 and highly recommended.
Helpful 37 - tire reviewed on August 17, 2017
Given 70% while driving a Volkswagen Polo 6R GTI 1.4TSI (180HP) (215/40 R17 W) on a combination of roads for 15,500 spirited miles
Grip in the dry was good while grip in the wet was average. Comfort was much better than the Goodyear Directional 5 tires I had fitted on. Unfortunately, the wear rate is reason enough for me not to buy this tire again. At 25,000KM, I had not expected the tires to be at the end of its life.
Helpful 38 - tire reviewed on April 18, 2017
Given 86% while driving a Ford Mondeo (205/50 R16 V) on mostly motorways for 7,000 average miles
Well, actually these tires surprised me a bit. I didn't expect them to perform that good ;) Despite their low price they turned out to be a very strong competitors. I replaced worn out ContiPremiumContacts with Dunlop and I wasn't disappointed. I can't say about the limits as I had never reached them. But with DZ102 you're confident in dry or wet conditions. The grip is fantastic even in hard rain. But be aware of noticable loss of grip on dusted or gravel roads. The noise was very noticable first 1k o 2k miles then it's kinda gone ;)
And I can't tell much about tread wear due to low mileage so far.
Summarizing all said I'd strongly recommend DZ102 to be considered as every day summer tire :)
Helpful 43 - tire reviewed on October 8, 2015