Pros and cons
- Very good aquaplaning resistance
- Great handling on dry roads
- Short braking distance on dry roads
- Exceptional handling on the wet
- Low rolling resistance/low fuel consumption
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Competitors
According to tests conducted by ADAC, the Dunlop Sport BluResponse is a recommended summer tyre suitable for dry and wet conditions but with some minor downsides. It performs well on dry roads with good steering feedback and precise handling, while also showing good resistance to aquaplaning on wet surfaces. However, it has slight weaknesses in wet braking and wet handling. The tyre is also rated as having a rather low tread life, which affects its overall environmental score. Despite these issues, it has good efficiency and low rolling resistance, leading to lower fuel consumption. Overall, the Dunlop Sport BluResponse is considered a safe and reliable tyre for summer driving.
Sizes
Dunlop Sport BluResponse is made in 70 sizes, starting from 185/55 R14 up to 225/50 R17.
Dunlop Sport BluResponse is ranked #85 of 861 summer tyres based on the results of tests carried out by ADAC 2023, Autoklub ČR 2023, and other organizations. It is made in total of 70 sizes, 185/55 R14 being the smallest and 225/50 R17 the largest. Dunlop is a brand from USA and belongs to the GoodYear group. This tyre was featured in tests 16 times, first test was carried in 2015. This model received the best possible rating in 2 tests. Eu ratings can provide interesting overview over the available dimensions - 73% of Dunlop Sport BluResponse has "A" wet grip rating and most (64%) of the dimensions has "B" fuel-saving rating. Noise is a strong quality of Dunlop Sport BluResponse - most dimensions have below average noise level values - 36% of them produce 68db noise, which result in "a" rating. It can be compared to P1 Cinturato Verde, which is a tyre from Pirelli (Italy) and has a rating of 85%, compared to 85% of the Dunlop in question. There was a braking test that featured both Pirelli P1 Cinturato Verde and Dunlop Sport BluResponse held by autobild in 2018. It was tested on a VW Polo with 185/65 R15 tyres. On the wet, the Pirelli stopped from 80km/h earlier than the Dunlop - 36m, whereas the Dunlop took 37,3m to come to a full stop. On the dry, we can see that Dunlop stopped earlier at the 36m mark, compared to 36,2m of the Pirelli.
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Timeline
2015
Dunlop Sport BluResponse was tested 1x (Autoexpress)
2016
Dunlop Sport BluResponse was tested 4x (ADAC,...)
2017
Dunlop Sport BluResponse was tested 1x (ADAC)
2018
Dunlop Sport BluResponse was tested 2x (Autobild,...)
2019
Dunlop Sport BluResponse was tested 1x (ACE)
2020
Dunlop Sport BluResponse was tested 1x (Autozeitung)
2021
Dunlop Sport BluResponse was tested 2x (Autobild,...)
2022
Dunlop Sport BluResponse was tested 2x (ADAC,...)
2023
Dunlop Sport BluResponse was tested 2x (Autoklub ČR,...)
Achievements
Dunlop Sport BluResponse in tyre tests
The Dunlop Sport BluResponse tyre has undergone numerous tests and proved to be a top-performing premium segment tyre in various dimensions and years. It has received an overall rating of 86% based on the tyre test results, showcasing its remarkable performance in different aspects.
In the ADAC Summer tyre test of 2022, the Dunlop Sport BluResponse achieved the 5th place out of 16 tyres tested in the 185/65 R15 dimension. It excelled in Aquaplaning - cross, Dry braking, and Interior noise, achieving some of the best values in these categories. In the same year, the tyre also ranked 4th in the 215/60 R16 dimension tested by ADAC, proving its consistent performance.
The tyre has also received high scores in comfort during Autobild's Summer tyre tests in 2021, achieving the best values in this category in the 205/55 R16 dimension. It showed a strong performance in the ACE Summer tyre test conducted in 2019, ranking 2nd among 9 tyres tested, and obtaining some of the best values in Aquaplaning, Dry driving behavior, and Wet handling categories.
Although the Dunlop Sport BluResponse tyre did not rank first in any of the tests, its commendable performance consistently earned it top positions in various tyre tests throughout the years. This reliable, high-quality tyre is an excellent choice for drivers seeking a versatile, premium tyre suitable for different conditions.
All tyre tests where Dunlop Sport BluResponse was featured:
| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 104,7 | 106 | 103,4 | ||||
| Dunlop Sport BluResponse | 98,6 | 97,8 | 99,3 | ||||
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| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,3 | 1,8 | |||||
| Dunlop Sport BluResponse | 2,8 | 2,6 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 1,7 | 1,6 | 2,7 | 1 | 1,7 | ||
| Dunlop Sport BluResponse | 2,5 | 2,0 | 3,0 | 2,5 | 2,3 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 2,1 | 1,5 | 2,4 | 1,0 | 1,2 | ||
| Dunlop Sport BluResponse | 2,3 | 2,1 | 2,8 | 2,5 | 2,1 | ||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 29,6 | |||||
| Dunlop Sport BluResponse | 35,4 | 32,2 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 1 | ||||
| Dunlop Sport BluResponse | 2- | 2 | 3+ | ||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 264 | 137 | 129 | ||||
| Dunlop Sport BluResponse | 218 | 90 | 126 | ||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | Running costs | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 153 | 66 | 51 | 19 | 10 | 17 | |
| Dunlop Sport BluResponse | 152 | 63 | 49 | 18 | 7 | 15 | |
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,5 | 34,3 | |||||
| Dunlop Sport BluResponse | 36 | 37,3 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Dunlop Sport BluResponse | 2 | 2+ | 3+ | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Wear | Comfort | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 1,9 | 1,5 | 0,5 | 1,5 | 1,6 | ||
| Dunlop Sport BluResponse | 2,6 | 1,5 | 2,5 | 3,2 | 1,9 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Wear | Comfort | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 2,0 | 1,6 | 1,0 | 1,7 | 1,6 | ||
| Dunlop Sport BluResponse | 2,3 | 1,7 | 2,0 | 3,6 | 1,8 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Dunlop Sport BluResponse | 2 | 2+ | 2- | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,6 | 27 | |||||
| Dunlop Sport BluResponse | 35,7 | 29,5 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | Comfort | |
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| Best values in test | 100 | 100 | 101,1 | 130,3 | 102,4 | 100 | |
| Dunlop Sport BluResponse | 96,9 | 92,7 | 101,1 | 130,3 | 99,9 | 93,3 | |
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
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| Best values in test | 100 | 266,5 | 187,9 | 63,2 | 96,1 | ||
| Dunlop Sport BluResponse | 98,8 | 293,2 | 198,2 | 100 | 98,9 | ||
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Test ratings distribution
| 100% (2x) | 95% (1x) | 85% (7x) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highly recommended | Exemplary | Good | Good | Good | Satisfactory |
| 1x | 1x | 1x | 4x | 1x | 2x |
Ratings x Wheel size
| R15 | R16 | R17 |
|---|---|---|
| 85% (4x) | 93% (5x) | 85% (1x) |
Ratings x Width
| 185/xx Rxx | 195/xx Rxx | 205/xx Rxx | 215/xx Rxx | 225/xx Rxx |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85% (2x) | 85% (2x) | 95% (4x) | 85% (1x) | 85% (1x) |