Dunlop Sport BluResponse

The Dunlop Sport BluResponse is a Ultra High Performance Summer tyre designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars.

This tyre replaced the Dunlop SP Sport Fast Response.

Dry Grip 88%
Wet Grip 84%
Road Feedback 79%
Handling 76%
Wear 62%
Comfort 83%
Buy again 66%

Tyre review data from 181 tyre reviews averaging 77% over 1,807,697 miles driven.

The Sport BluResponse is ranked 60th of 143 Summer Ultra High Performance tyres.

Reports

Latest Tyre Test Results

2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test - 10th of 21 tyres

  • Positive - Good aquaplaning qualities, short dry braking distances, fuel-saving rolling resistance.
  • Negative - Average grip on wet roads.
  • Overall - Good.
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2024 Summer Tyre Market Overview - 20th of 55 tyres

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2023 Motor Summer Tyre Test - 8th of 8 tyres

  • Overall - This tyre achieves a final result that lags behind its competitors, even those from the middle segment. It loses the most points for poor braking distance on wet asphalt. In other competitions, it performs well and ensures the required level of safety. It has a reasonable price and a good rolling resistance coefficient.
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2024 Tyre Tests

  • 10th: 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test (205/55 R16)
  • 20th: 2024 Summer Tyre Market Overview (205/55 R16)
  • 2023 Tyre Tests

  • 8th: 2023 Motor Summer Tyre Test (205/55 R16)
  • 16th: 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test (205/55 R16)
  • 2022 Tyre Tests

  • 4th: 2022 ADAC 16" SUV Summer Tyre Test (215/60 R16)
  • 5th: 2022 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 15 Inch (185/65 R15)
  • 2021 Tyre Tests

  • 11th: 2021 53 Summer Tyre Braking Test (205/55 R16)
  • 19th: 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test (205/55 R16)
  • 2020 Tyre Tests

  • 7th: 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test (225/50 R17)
  • 8th: 2020 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test (205/55 R16)
  • 2019 Tyre Tests

  • 2nd: 2019 ACE Summer Tyre Test (205/55 R16)
  • 3rd: 2019 NAF Summer Tyre Test (205/55 R16)
  • 2018 Tyre Tests

  • 6th: 2018 Gute Fahrt Summer Tyre Test (205/55 R16)
  • 8th: 2018 AutoBild Summer Tyre Overview (195/65 R15)
  • 11th: 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test (195/65 R15)
  • 2017 Tyre Tests

  • 2nd: 2017 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test (205/55 R16)
  • 6th: 2017 ADAC 195/65 R15 Summer Tyre Test (195/65 R15)
  • 2016 Tyre Tests

  • 3rd: 2016 ADAC Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 (185/65 R15)
  • 5th: 2016 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test (205/55 R16)
  • 6th: 2016 Market Overview - Braking Test (205/55 R16)
  • 2015 Tyre Tests

  • 2nd: 2015 AMS Performance Tyre Test (225/50 R17)
  • 2nd: 2015 Auto Bild 215/55 R16 Technical Tyre Test (215/55 R16)
  • 2nd: 2015 Auto Express Tyre Test (225/45 R17)
  • 3rd: 2015 ACE Summer Touring Tyre Test (205/55 R16)
  • 3rd: 2015 Market Overview - Braking Test (185/60 R15)
  • 4th: 2015 European Tyre Test 205/55 R16 (205/55 R16)
  • 4th: 2015 European Tyre Test 185/60R14 (185/60 R14)
  • 7th: 2015 Test World Summer Tyre Test (205/55 R16)
  • 7th: 2015 Auto Bild Top 18 Summer Tyre Test (185/60 R15)
  • 2014 Tyre Tests

  • 1st: 2014 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test (205/55 R16)
  • 2nd: 2014 ADAC 195/65 R15 Summer Tyre Test (195/65 R15)
  • 4th: 2014 AMS Summer Tyre Test - 205/55 R16 (205/55 R16)
  • 6th: 2014 Test World Summer Tyre Test (205/55 R16)
  • 2013 Tyre Tests

  • 1st: 2013 ACE Summer Touring Tyre Test (195/65 R15)
  • 1st: 2013 54 Tyre Braking Test (195/65 R15)
  • 1st: 2013 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test (215/55 R16)
  • 3rd: 2013 European Summer Touring Tyre Test (185/60 R15)
  • 4th: 2013 Test World Summer Tyre Test (205/55 R16)
  • Size Fuel Wet Noise Weight
    185/55 R14 80H XL   C A 67 6.10kgs
    185/60 R14 82H XL   C B 67 6.29kgs
    185/65 R14 86H XL   C B 67 6.45kgs
    195/50 R15 82V XL   C A 67 6.99kgs
    195/50 R15 82H   C A 67 6.62kgs
    195/50 R15 82H XL   C A 67 6.99kgs
    195/50 R15 82H   E B 69 7.12kgs
    195/50 R15 82V   E B 69 7.12kgs
    185/55 R15 82V XL   C A 67 6.81kgs
    185/55 R15 82H XL   C A 67 6.81kgs
    195/55 R15 85V XL   C A 67 6.87kgs
    195/55 R15 85H XL   C A 67 6.87kgs
    185/60 R15 84H XL   C B 67 7.70kgs
    185/60 R15 84H XL   B A 67 6.42kgs
    185/60 R15 84H XL   B B 66 6.52kgs
    185/60 R15 84H AO B B 67 6.47kgs
    185/60 R15 84H XL AO B B 70 6.47kgs
    185/60 R15 88H XL   B A 67 6.77kgs
    195/60 R15 88H XL   C A 70 7.45kgs
    195/60 R15 88V   B A 68 7.11kgs
    195/60 R15 88H   B A 69 7.10kgs
    195/60 R15 88H   B A 68 7.11kgs
    205/60 R15 91H XL   B A 67 7.85kgs
    205/60 R15 91V XL   B A 67 7.85kgs
    205/60 R15 95H XL   B A 67 7.72kgs
    165/65 R15 81H XL   C C 66 6.60kgs
    175/65 R15 84H XL * C B 67 7.21kgs
    185/65 R15 88H XL   B A 67 6.80kgs
    195/65 R15 91H XL   B A 68 7.88kgs
    195/65 R15 91V XL   B A 68 7.88kgs
    195/65 R15 95H XL   B A 68 8.09kgs
    205/65 R15 94V XL   B B 68 8.43kgs
    205/65 R15 94H XL   B B 68 8.43kgs
    215/65 R15 96H XL   B A 68 9.04kgs
    195/45 R16 84V XL   C A 68 7.12kgs
    195/50 R16 84V XL   C A 67 7.24kgs
    195/50 R16 88V XL   B A 68 7.24kgs
    205/50 R16 87V XL   B A 68 7.54kgs
    195/55 R16 87V   C B 69 7.60kgs
    195/55 R16 87H   B A 67 7.17kgs
    195/55 R16 87H   C B 69 7.60kgs
    195/55 R16 91V XL   B A 68 7.24kgs
    195/55 R16 91V XL   B A 68 7.66kgs
    195/55 R16 87H XL   B A 67 7.66kgs
    195/55 R16 87V   B A 67 7.17kgs
    195/55 R16 87V XL   B A 67 7.66kgs
    205/55 R16 94V XL   A B 68 7.39kgs
    205/55 R16 91V XL VW LRR B B 68 7.65kgs
    205/55 R16 91W XL   B A 68 7.98kgs
    205/55 R16 91V XL VW C C 68 8.50kgs
    205/55 R16 91H XL   B A 68 7.98kgs
    205/55 R16 91V XL   B A 68 7.98kgs
    215/55 R16 97H XL   A B 68 8.27kgs
    215/55 R16 93V XL   B A 68 8.34kgs
    215/55 R16 97H XL   A A 68 8.40kgs
    215/55 R16 97W XL   A B 68 8.27kgs
    225/55 R16 95V XL   B A 68 9.17kgs
    195/60 R16 89V XL   C A 68 7.64kgs
    205/60 R16 96V XL   B A 72 9.69kgs
    205/60 R16 92V   B A 67 8.39kgs
    205/60 R16 92V XL   B A 71 8.50kgs
    205/60 R16 92H XL   B A 71 8.56kgs
    205/60 R16 96V XL   B A 68 8.36kgs
    215/60 R16 99H XL   B A 68 9.30kgs
    215/60 R16 99V XL   B A 68 9.30kgs
    215/60 R16 95V XL   C A 68 9.30kgs
    225/60 R16 102W XL   B B 69 9.76kgs
    205/65 R16 95W XL * B A 66 9.27kgs
    215/65 R16 98V   B A 68 9.32kgs
    225/45 R17 91W XL   C A 70 9.73kgs
    225/45 R17 94W XL   B A 69 8.45kgs
    205/50 R17 89H XL   B A 70 8.24kgs
    205/50 R17 93W XL   B A 68 8.25kgs
    205/50 R17 89V XL   B A 68 8.25kgs
    215/50 R17 95V XL   B A 69 8.69kgs
    215/50 R17 95W XL   B A 69 8.69kgs
    225/50 R17 98W XL   B A 69 9.00kgs
    225/50 R17 98V XL   B A 72 9.00kgs
    225/50 R17 94W XL   B A 69 9.00kgs
    205/55 R17 95V XL   A B 68 8.23kgs
    205/55 R17 95Y XL J C A 67 8.90kgs

    Questions and Answers for the Dunlop Sport BluResponse

    2016-07-10 - What is the difference between the Dunlop Bluresponse 195/55R16 87H and 87V , apart from the price !

    The V rated construction of the Sport BluResponse is rated to a higher maximum speed (130 mph for H, 150 mph for V), but in reality unless you plan on travelling faster than 130 mph there would be likely be no noticeable differences between the two models.


    2016-08-18 - Should the tyre pressures be different because my new tyres look a bit flat. I can roll the car side to side

    The tyre pressures for the Dunlop Sport BluResponse should be as your manufacturer specified. Some people are finding a few extra PSI in modern low rolling resistance tyres are helping stability. If you decide to over inflate, keep an eye on wear to make sure the tyre is wearing evenly.


    2019-06-28 - what is the average mileage one can expect from a Dunlop sports bluresponse 205/55r16 . Thanks

    Tyre wear can be influenced by a huge number of factors, such as vehicle weight, driving style and surfaces driven on. I'd recommend looking through the wear ratings on the website to find an average for your own personal setup.


    2019-10-15 - Purchased a set of blue response tyres 205/55R16 5years ago they have covered 10,000 miles. All tyres have at least 5mm left on them and all look in good condition. One tyre however has a crack around the centre between the tread. is this normal.

    Surface cracking can be normal, especially tyres of that age, but worth getting checked by a professional. Tyre manufacturers recommend no more than 5 years use, so it might be time to change them regardless!


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    Size Price Range  
    195/50 R15 £65.18 - £89.98 (7 Prices) Compare Prices >>
    195/60 R15 £71.96 - £94.68 (5 Prices) Compare Prices >>
    195/65 R15 £61.46 - £93.19 (12 Prices) Compare Prices >>
    205/55 R16 £70.03 - £94.27 (19 Prices) Compare Prices >>
    225/45 R17 £80.10 - £103.46 (8 Prices) Compare Prices >>
    Available in 30 tyre sizes - View all.

    Top 3 Dunlop Sport BluResponse Reviews

    Given 47% while driving a Toyota Corolla (195/50 R15 V) on mostly country roads for 12,000 average miles
    I am not satisfied after six months of wearing this Tyres..
    At the beginning was good on handling and on wet grip and dry grip.
    Helpful 1208 - tyre reviewed on January 11, 2018
    Given 84% while driving a Mitsubishi Lancer 1.6 (225/45 R17) on mostly town for 13,392 average miles
    Since I fitted these tyres in 2013 I did 21552 km and I am pleased with wear. I think they will last at least 45000 km, or even more, as I drive normally, anticipating traffic. Dry grip is very good by my standards, as well as wet grip. I experienced straight aquaplaning as I drove with 55km/h in standing water and nothing bad happened, so these tyres are very good. I had to brake hard in both dry and wet conditions, and they did grip well. In conclusion I'm more than pleased with Dunlop Sport BlueResponse. Surely I'll buy them again.
    Helpful 171 - tyre reviewed on April 16, 2016
    Given 86% while driving a Skoda (195/65 R15) on mostly country roads for 11,500 average miles
    They offer an excellent grip even in the wet and amazing braking performance, especially in the dry. They have very strong anti-aquaplaning characteristics, as I did not notice aquaplaning even at about 90km/h. The wear is also pretty good, but the harder compound gives you slightly less feedback in my opinion. I did notice that my car shifted from being oversteer-prone to understeer-prone on these tires, can't say if that's better or worse. And they are, in my opinion, quite prone to damage. I never had to have tires repaired as much as I have with these tires, but maybe that was just bad luck. Nonetheless, these are amazing tires and I would buy them again if they still made them.
    Helpful 14 - tyre reviewed on November 23, 2023
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    Given 57% while driving a Suzuki Swift (185/60 R15) on mostly town for 20 average miles
    Since day 1 i wasn't satisfied with those tires. I drove mostly in the city and they are terrible. I only have two big trips and they are good on nice open and wet roads, especially when they are warm but they need a lot of time to warm up in the city and there is no traction even with a light rain. They are quiet and last though. Today i had my tires changed and try my luck with another big brand,witch is a lot cheaper too and the first impressions are good. So i dont think i m gonna put dunlops again.
    Helpful 13 - tyre reviewed on September 18, 2023
    Given 74% while driving a Smart roadster (185/55 R15) on a combination of roads for 15,000 spirited miles
    Great tyre in the dry, lateral acceleration is high! Road feedback is great. The tyre is soft however and doesn't last long. I managed 15k mi out of a set of rears and 20k mi out a set of fronts (rear engined car). They suit a light sportscar very well. Fuel economy is good too. Biggest downside is performance in the wet at end of life. I have 2mm of tread left on all 4 corners and a slightly damp roundabout is terrifying. So I am replacing them ASAP.
    Helpful 25 - tyre reviewed on November 9, 2022
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    Given 93% while driving a Skoda (225/45 R17) on mostly country roads for 15,000 spirited miles
    Excellent grip in wet and dry conditions. One of the best summer tires I have driven.
    Helpful 21 - tyre reviewed on September 10, 2022
    Given 93% while driving a Toyota Yaris Mk2 1.33 (1NR FE) (185/60 R15) on a combination of roads for 22,000 easy going miles
    Always bought sport blue response as they look good and last well but have very good grip and it's not yo heavy on the wallet for a top of the range tyre
    Helpful 22 - tyre reviewed on June 27, 2022
    Given 46% while driving a Skoda (205/55 R16) on mostly country roads for 15,000 spirited miles
    Had these on 2 different cars. Very average wear life (Michelin Pilot Sport 4 with the same 340 treadwear last a lot better). Look perished very quickly, and one developed a large flat spot on just the outermost band of tread. Others have bulging sidewalls, which don't look dangerous, but also don't look right. Dry grip is fine, but handling is mushy. Comfort is reasonable. Wet grip is very disappointing. Would not recommend these on the grounds of longevity - the perishing, bulging, and flat spot in particular.
    Helpful 23 - tyre reviewed on June 11, 2022
    Given 47% while driving a Alfa Romeo Giulietta (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 500 spirited miles
    If you drive anything near sporty stay away from these. I don't know how can they be considered ultra high performance, my winter nokians have more stability in warm dry conditions. They have a soft side wall and grip is average, they become wobbly in high speed corners, i had sailuns with more feedback... Almost crashed into a pole.. only good thing i can say is that they are comfortable over bumps and have low rolling resistance, other than that, they are crap. Had dunlops on other cars aswell, they are all terrible.
    Helpful 21 - tyre reviewed on April 18, 2022
    Given 86% while driving a Ford Focus (195/65 R15) on a combination of roads for 0 easy going miles
    very pleasant tires to drive with, rolls nicely, after using winter tires as an all season tires, difference was like day and night, I don't want to use winter tires in summer ever again. I'm not aggressive driver, drive within speed limits, I didn't really push them, but their strong side is more on the dry than the wet. Although if you're not aggressive driver they should not let you down on wet. They don't seem to wear quickly with my driving style, they probably did some 30k km. The problem is weak side walls, slight bump to the curb at some 5-8km/h speed was enough to get a small bulge. It's almost invisible, but I can feel it when I rub my hand against that spot. I regularly check it out and it doesn't progress for worse for about 10k kilometers. I read about weak side walls from other users and this is true. It's really a shame for manufacturer like Dunlop to make a tire with such a weak side walls. If I consider buying Dunlop again, I would first check for reviews if there is a problem with side walls. If yes, I probably wouldn't buy them again.
    Helpful 29 - tyre reviewed on November 21, 2021
    Given 36% while driving a Ford Galaxy (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 12,000 average miles
    Tyres lose grip easily on corners and at low speed even in car park. Very poor given the price and sales hype. Just to confirm, new tyres fitted couple of months ago, pressures correct.
    Helpful 29 - tyre reviewed on November 16, 2021
    Given 87% while driving a Citroën C4 (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 25,000 average miles
    I drove these on a Citroen C4 1.6 ehdi, for about a year and a half and 25k km, mixed roads, 20% of the time spirited, the rest just normal drive, like with any other tire I have. They are good tires, overall, good dry and wt grip, good cornering and feedback also. I found an issue with them, when it snowed unexpectedly and the rubber got stiff and very slippery, so if you are in some area where you can encounter temperatures bellow 7, these are not the best choice. I haven't got the same issue with the Michelin Primacy 4 or 3, those just work in snow and low temperatures, also. Another minus, compared with the Primcay's is that this Dunlop wears about 30% faster. With Michelin Primacy you can do 80k km, with these, probably 60 k at most. Overall a good summer tire, quiet, comfortable and safe.
    Helpful 19 - tyre reviewed on September 4, 2021
    Given 56% while driving a Ford Focus MK2 1.8 TDCI (205/55 R16) on mostly town for 5,221 easy going miles
    More than pleased with all aspects of the tyres except having to replace all four after only two and a half years and only 5000 miles due to rubber cracking at the base of the tread pattern.Side walls were fine and tread wear was like new as you would expect after only 5000 city miles..For a good middle priced tyre,to be told by the garage not to to expect much more from the brand,they represent terrible value for money,or were mine a manufacturing fault?.
    Helpful 25 - tyre reviewed on August 19, 2021
    Given 84% while driving a Ford Bmax (195/60 R15) on mostly country roads for 3,000 average miles
    Surprised by some of the negative reports but hey! everyone has an opinion. i have been using Dunlop tyres on all my cars and motorcycles for years and never had any issues. Superb road feedback, good in the wet with positive handling. Also very quiet wlth little road noise but then that could have something to do with Ford's cabin insulation.
    Helpful 16 - tyre reviewed on July 22, 2021
    Given 94% while driving a Volkswagen Golf Mk5 1.9 TDI (205/55 R16) on mostly country roads for 25,000 spirited miles
    Golf came with Continental tyres, poor. Changed to Dunlop's huge improvement on steering grip here in hot Spain, Great safe grippy tyre
    Helpful 18 - tyre reviewed on June 14, 2021