Dunlop SP WinterSport 4D Reviews - Page 3
Given 93%
while driving a
Ford Focus mk2
(205/50 R17 H)
on mostly country roads
for 5,000 average miles
Have done 5000 miles and the wear on the front tires is less than 0.5mm and virtually none on the rear, they still look brand new! Superb grip in the wet, slush ice and snow. Not as sharp when turning in but then again these are specialised winter tires. The ride was mores complaint and comfortable and with a noticeable reduction in transmitted road noise. An excellent buy, highly recommedned.
Given 84%
while driving a
BMW E92 330i
(225/45 R17)
on mostly town
for 300 average miles
Excellent winter tire. By far the most quiet winter tire I have had and probably more quit than my summer tires (Michelin HP). Previous winter tires were Dunlop 3D and Conti 810's for comparison. Strong dry and wet performance. Good winter tracking although breaking on snow average. Good response from the tires. The tire feels "hard", however, reducing comfort when driving compared to the Dunlop 3D's WinterSports I had before and compared to my summer tires (Michelin HP). Will continue to buy Dunlop winter tires. I drive a BMW 330 xi Coupé so four wheel drive.
Given 90%
while driving a
Ford Mondeo
(235/45 R18 V)
on a combination of roads
for 100 average miles
Just had these tires fitted this morning on Ford Mondeo. Only driven in cold dry conditions so haven't rated everything yet. However the handling doesn't appear to be unduly affected by the extra rubbery-ness and tread depth of these tires over their summer counterparts. Grip is very good and the braking remains sharp. They do feel like they need a little scrubbing in though.
However, the biggest difference is the noise! These tires have a 69db rating which is among the lowest you can get. My car (a mere Mondeo!) is Rolls Royce like in terms of sound. Staggeringly quiet.
Chose the Dunlops over the often well rated Vredestein Wintrac due to the higher wet grip rating of the Dunlops (Dunlops get C instead of the E of the Vreds). As most Uk winters are wet and slushy as oppose to snowy, wet grip was more important to me than the possibly superior snow grip of the Vreds. Will update when it's had some wet and snowy stuff.
However, the biggest difference is the noise! These tires have a 69db rating which is among the lowest you can get. My car (a mere Mondeo!) is Rolls Royce like in terms of sound. Staggeringly quiet.
Chose the Dunlops over the often well rated Vredestein Wintrac due to the higher wet grip rating of the Dunlops (Dunlops get C instead of the E of the Vreds). As most Uk winters are wet and slushy as oppose to snowy, wet grip was more important to me than the possibly superior snow grip of the Vreds. Will update when it's had some wet and snowy stuff.
Given 91%
while driving a
BMW 320D
(205/55 R16 V)
on a combination of roads
for 10,000 average miles
I put these on my 3-Series after a previous winter where the car was pretty much undriveable due to extended snowy and icy weather. Whilst this winter was much milder (maybe buying winter tires makes the weather warmer!)the tires have proven to be fantastic. When there was snow, they provided stability, grip and control that made the car very usable, and really improved the safety of driving. Cruising along a snowy motorway and tackling ungritted side roads was no problem for the tires. In addition, they are quiet and comfortable in dry and wet conditions, and provide plenty of grip on cold and warm roads. An aggressive driver might find them a little soft on turn-in, but they're good company for cruising. Wear has been impressive too - around 10000 miles done this winter, and little sign of significant change to the tire from new. They've now been removed and are being stored until next winter. These are excellent tires in all respects, that I would recommend to anyone - they are more than worth the money, and will transform your winter driving experience.
Given 86%
while driving a
Audi A4 2.0 TDi 170 S Line
(205/55 R16)
on a combination of roads
for 5,000 average miles
Really good tires. I have driven up snow covered hills with ease in my A4 and passed mid range saloons stuck at the bottom. They are on smaller, steel wheels than my summer alloys (which seems normal practice, if you have space to store the other set) and they give a secure, quiet, economical and very comfortable ride. First few miles were noisy, but this quickly passed. If you push it hard round tight bends the grip is good, but not as good as the wider summer types, but that is only to be expected.
Given 93%
while driving a
Ford ST 225
(225/40 R18 W)
on a combination of roads
for 2,000 average miles
I decided to buy these tires after reading various reviews and I am not disappointed.
Grip in both wet and dry conditions is excellent and general feel is superb. Only managed to use them in light snow this winter and I can say I definately noticed higher levels of traction than I am used to. Early days but wear rate seems good too.
All in all a very good winter choice.
Grip in both wet and dry conditions is excellent and general feel is superb. Only managed to use them in light snow this winter and I can say I definately noticed higher levels of traction than I am used to. Early days but wear rate seems good too.
All in all a very good winter choice.
Given 86%
while driving a
Volvo C30 R Design Sport
(205/55 R16)
on a combination of roads
for 6,000 average miles
Brilliant, lots of driving on continent means these tires are really needed. Having used conti's and Pirelli before these are the best used.
Given 92%
while driving a
Mercedes Benz E320 CDI
(225/55 R16 W)
on a combination of roads
for 2,000 average miles
bought these a few months ago for my e class estate - just fantastic - i can drive on anything snow ice hills whatever - these are the best tires i have ever had - winter tires dont get any better !!!!!
Given 92%
while driving a
Skoda Skoda Superb MK1
(205/55 R16 H)
on mostly motorways
for 300 average miles
Shod my Skoda Superb with the Dunlop 4D 205/55/r16 and i would say i am impressed by the road feedback and rolling resistance, had continental winter sport before but would say they are exqually good. I am in the break in period would recommend others on. waiting for the snow to fall here in Poland will report when it does.
Given 100%
while driving a
Ford Galaxy
(215/60 R16 H)
on a combination of roads
for 200 average miles
Just purchased a set of these tires, and all I can say is that they're simply amazing.
The car was rendered useless when the snow fell last year, until I invested in a pair of snow socks. Car can now be driven up snow/ice covered hills etc. with ease.
The car was rendered useless when the snow fell last year, until I invested in a pair of snow socks. Car can now be driven up snow/ice covered hills etc. with ease.
Given 98%
while driving a
Audi A3 Sport
(225/45 R17)
on a combination of roads
for 1,000 spirited miles
Very good in the wet we've had recently. Not actually been too bad on the usually hot days either.
Not tried these on snow yet but can't wait!
Not tried these on snow yet but can't wait!
Given 100%
while driving a
Volkswagen Golf Mk6
(205/55 R16 V)
on mostly country roads
for 5,000 easy going miles
Like the Winter Sport 3d only slightly better! Best winter tire!