Dunlop Winter Sport 5 - Reviews and tests 2025

Strengths

Versatile Performance: Offers balanced, precise, and safe handling across dry, wet, and winter conditions—even when pushed near the limits.

Exceptional Winter Grip: Excels on snow and ice with outstanding traction, making it a top choice for winter driving.

High Durability & Efficiency: Delivers high predicted mileage with reduced wear and low fuel consumption for cost‐effective, long-term use.

Lightweight Design: The reduced weight helps improve handling and enhances overall vehicle efficiency.

Weaknesses

Increased Road Noise: A few users reported noticeably higher rolling noise compared to expectations.

Mild Dry-Condition Limitations: Some reviewers observed slightly reduced precision and extended braking distances on dry roads under extreme conditions.

Slight Wet Grip Concerns: While overall wet performance is reliable, a minority experienced marginally reduced grip in demanding wet conditions.

Elevated Price: The tire comes at a higher price point compared to some competitors in its class.

Mixed Feedback on Rolling Resistance: Although many praise its low rolling resistance, a few reviewers noted a slight increase, which could affect efficiency in certain cases.

Customer Popularity

81%

Customer Popularity

Based on 85 reviews

What customers like ...

Low noise 20
Good performance on snow 16
Excellent grip 15
Good performance in tests 10
Affordability 8

What customers dislike ...

Higher fuel consumption 5
Higher wear at higher temperatures 4
Higher price 3
Some reports of noise 2
Lower tread depth 2

Performance Analysis: Dunlop Winter Sport 5

This graph shows how the tyre ranks across different properties compared to other tested tyres. Higher percentile means better performance - 100% means better than every tyre in every test, 0% means worse than every tyre in every test.

50%

Comfort

Aquaplaning - cross

Snow traction

Wet circle cornering

Snow handling

Interior noise

Wet handling

Wet braking

Aquaplaning - longitudal

Dry handling

Dry braking

Exterior noise

Comparison

Wet road

Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 110%

Firestone Winterhawk 4 105%

GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ 105%

Hankook Winter i*cept RS2 W452 105%

Michelin Alpin 6 105%

BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2 100%

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 100%

Falken EuroWinter HS01 100%

Vredestein Wintrac Pro 100%

Kleber KRISALP HP3 95%

Nokian WR Snowproof 90%

Snow

BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2 105%

Kleber KRISALP HP3 105%

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 100%

GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ 100%

Hankook Winter i*cept RS2 W452 100%

Firestone Winterhawk 4 95%

Vredestein Wintrac Pro 95%

Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 90%

Falken EuroWinter HS01 90%

Michelin Alpin 6 90%

Nokian WR Snowproof 90%

Dry road - safety

Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 110%

Hankook Winter i*cept RS2 W452 110%

Nokian WR Snowproof 110%

GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ 105%

Kleber KRISALP HP3 105%

Michelin Alpin 6 105%

Vredestein Wintrac Pro 105%

BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2 100%

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 100%

Falken EuroWinter HS01 100%

Firestone Winterhawk 4 95%

Dry road - sportiness

Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 115%

Nokian WR Snowproof 110%

Falken EuroWinter HS01 105%

GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ 105%

Hankook Winter i*cept RS2 W452 105%

Michelin Alpin 6 105%

BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2 100%

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 100%

Kleber KRISALP HP3 100%

Vredestein Wintrac Pro 100%

Firestone Winterhawk 4 80%

Ice

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 100%

Michelin Alpin 6 100%

Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 95%

Mileage

Michelin Alpin 6 120%

Hankook Winter i*cept RS2 W452 110%

Falken EuroWinter HS01 105%

BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2 100%

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 100%

GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ 100%

Nokian WR Snowproof 100%

Kleber KRISALP HP3 95%

Firestone Winterhawk 4 90%

Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 85%

Vredestein Wintrac Pro 85%

Aquaplaning

GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ 105%

BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2 100%

Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 100%

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 100%

Falken EuroWinter HS01 100%

Firestone Winterhawk 4 95%

Hankook Winter i*cept RS2 W452 95%

Kleber KRISALP HP3 95%

Vredestein Wintrac Pro 95%

Michelin Alpin 6 90%

Nokian WR Snowproof 85%

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Make

Model

Timeline

2015

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 was tested 4x (Autobild,...) and won the Autobild 215/65 R16 test.

2016

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 was tested 9x (Autoklub ČR,...) and won the ADAC 225/45 R17 test.

2017

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 was tested 6x (ADAC,...) and won the ADAC 215/65 R16 test.

2018

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 was tested 4x (Autobild,...) and won the Autobild 195/65 R15 test.

2019

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 was tested 2x (Autobild,...)

2020

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 was tested 6x (ADAC,...)

2021

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 was tested 4x (Autobild,...) and won the ADAC 225/50 R17 test.

2022

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 was tested 3x (Autobild,...)

2023

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 was tested 4x (ADAC,...) and won the ADAC 205/60 R16 test.

2024

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 was tested 5x (ADAC,...)

Sizes

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 is made in 119 sizes, starting from 195/55 R15 up to 295/35 R21.

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Runflat

There are 2 runflat variants of Dunlop Winter Sport 5 available.
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Dunlop Winter Sport 5 in tyre tests

All tyre tests where Dunlop Winter Sport 5 was featured:

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ADAC Winter tyre test 2024 205/55 R16
satisfactory
Ranked #5 of 12

Name	Winter	Wet	Dry	Enviromental impact	Noise	Wear	Fuel consumption
Best values in test	1.6	1.9	2.0	2.3	2.9	1.7	2.0
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2.7	2.3	2.8	2.5	3.1	2.2	2.3
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AUTOBILD Winter tyre test 2024 205/55 R16
good
Ranked #7 of 20

The Dunlop Winter Sport 5 clinched the 7th position out of 20 competitors, earning a final rating of "Good" in the test. The testers were impressed by its convincing and strong performance on snow and ice, highlighting its excellent snow braking, snow cornering, and snow traction capabilities. Additionally, it delivered outstanding mileage and showcased a low rolling resistance. However, it displayed slightly limited grip on wet surfaces.

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Running costs
Best values in test	2+	2+	1	2+
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2-	2-	1	2
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AUTOBILD Winter tyre test 2024 205/55 R16

Ranked #11 of 55

Name	Stopping distance on wet	Stopping distance on snow
Best values in test	34.6	28.9
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	37.4	29.2
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ADAC Winter tyre test 2024 215/55 R17
good
Ranked #2 of 16

Name	Winter	Wet	Dry	Enviromental impact	Noise	Wear	Fuel consumption
Best values in test	1.7	2.1	2.2	1.7	2.7	1.6	1.3
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	1.7	2.1	2.2	2.1	3.2	1.8	1.7
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AUTOBILD Winter tyre test 2024 235/35 R19
exemplary
Ranked #4 of 10

Finishing 4th among 10 competitors, the Dunlop Winter Sport 5 impressed with a final rating of 'Exemplary.' The tire excelled particularly in wet conditions, demonstrating performance comparable to some summer tires. It dominated disciplines like aquaplaning, both cross and longitudinal, as well as wet braking and wet circle cornering. While it was a cost-effective choice within the top-rated group, it exhibited an increased rolling resistance. Performance in snow was average, placing it in the middle of the pack for those conditions.

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow
Best values in test	2+	2+	1-
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	1-	2	2
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ADAC Winter tyre test 2023 205/60 R16
good
Ranked #1 of 16

Name	Enviromental impact	Driving safety
Best values in test	2	2.1
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2.3	2.1
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ADAC Winter tyre test 2023 225/45 R17
good
Ranked #4 of 16

Securing the 4th position out of 16 contestants, the DUNLOP WINTER SPORT 5 excelled in delivering precise and assured handling at the limit on dry roads, offering an extremely safe ride in winter conditions. It distinguished itself with a high predicted mileage and a low weight, contributing to reduced fuel consumption. However, it did show minor weaknesses on wet roads, slightly affecting its performance. Despite this, the tire achieved a 'Good' final rating, underlined by its competent handling and braking on snow, where it earned exceptional acclaim. Moreover, its performance on icy surfaces was also commendable. The tire's environmental impact was positively noted, benefiting greatly from its long lifespan, minimal wear, and efficiency in reducing fuel consumption.

Name	Enviromental impact	Driving safety
Best values in test	1,8	2,0
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	1,8	2,6
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Autobild Winter tyre test 2023 225/45 R18
good
Ranked #7 of 20

Finishing 7 out of 20 competitors, the Dunlop Winter Sport 5 demonstrated a strong performance in a competitive field, earning a final rating of 'Good'. The tyre was praised for its balanced capabilities on both snowy and wet surfaces, along with its impressive aquaplaning resistance and high mileage durability. Despite its many strengths, a slight drawback was noted in the form of marginally longer braking distances on dry roads. A standout feature of the Dunlop Winter Sport 5 was its exceptional performance in the comfort category, distinguishing it in this aspect among its peers. This combination of attributes underscores the tyre's reliable and well-rounded winter performance.

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Running costs
Best values in test	2+	2+	1	2+
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2	2-	2	2+
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Autobild Winter tyre test 2023 225/45 R18

Ranked #15 of 54

Name	Stopping distance on wet	Stopping distance on snow
Best values in test	31,4	29,2
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	36,1	30,7
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ADAC Winter tyre test 2022 215/60 R16
good
Ranked #2 of 17

Securing a commendable second place among the contenders, the Dunlop Winter Sport 5 tire demonstrated an impressive performance. It earned high praise for its balanced attributes, delivering consistently good results across all tested surfaces, with its prowess on snow being particularly noteworthy. Its efficiency was also highlighted through its low fuel consumption and wear rate, contributing to a final rating of 'Good'. The tire showcased exceptional capability in specific disciplines, standing out in ice braking, snow braking, snow traction, and wet handling. Remarkably, it was not found lacking in any tested property, underscoring its versatility and reliability as a highly recommendable winter tire option.

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Ice	Rolling resistance	Noise	Wear
Best values in test	2,0	1,8	1,4	1,8	1,5	2,7	1,5
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2,2	2,4	1,6	2,0	1,7	3,1	2,0
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Autobild Winter tyre test 2022 215/55 R17
exemplary
Ranked #4 of 19

Securing a commendable 4th position out of 19 contenders, the Dunlop Winter Sport 5 tire was lauded with an 'Exemplary' final rating, a testament to its outstanding performance on challenging winter terrains. This tire distinguished itself as a true snow champion, delivering unparalleled stability across both wet and dry surfaces, with its exceptional snow traction standing out as its most dominant discipline. Riders can expect good mileage and precise handling on snow-covered roads, ensuring a reliable and safe driving experience. Despite these advantages, it's important to note the tire comes at an elevated price point. However, for drivers prioritizing superior performance in harsh winter conditions, the Dunlop Winter Sport 5 proves to be a worthy investment, adeptly balancing power, precision, and durability.

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Running costs
Best values in test	2+	2+	2+	2+
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2	2-	2+	2
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Source: www.autobild.de

Autobild Winter tyre test 2022 215/55 R17

Ranked #8 of 56

Name	Stopping distance on wet	Stopping distance on snow
Best values in test	32,8	25,4
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	35,3	26,5

Autobild Winter tyre test 2021 225/45 R18
good
Ranked #5 of 12

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow
Best values in test	2+	2+	1
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2-	2	1-
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Source: www.autobild.de

ADAC Winter tyre test 2021 225/50 R17
good
Ranked #1 of 18

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Ice	Noise	Wear
Best values in test	1,6	1,9	1,5	2,1	2,7	1,5
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2,5	2,4	1,5	2,5	3,4	2,5
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Source: www.adac.de

Autobild Winter tyre test 2021 205/55 R16

Ranked #2 of 50

Name	Stopping distance on wet	Stopping distance on snow
Best values in test	32,1	27,3
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	33,6	27,3
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Source: www.autobild.de

Autobild Winter tyre test 2021 205/55 R16
good
Ranked #8 of 20

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Rolling resistance	Wear
Best values in test	2+	2+	1	2+	1
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2+	2-	2+	2	3+
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Source: www.autobild.de

Autobild Winter tyre test 2020 225/55 R17
good
Ranked #5 of 10

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow
Best values in test	2+	2+	1
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2+	2	1
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Source: www.autobild.de

Autobild Winter tyre test 2020 245/45 R18
good
Ranked #8 of 20

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Running costs
Best values in test	2+	1-	2+	1-
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2	2	2+	2+
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Source: www.autobild.de

ADAC Winter tyre test 2020 205/55 R16
good
Ranked #3 of 15

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Ice	Noise	Wear	Fuel consumption
Best values in test	1,3	2,0	1,8	2,1	2,5	1,0	1,8
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2,3	2,5	2,0	2,3	3,0	1,5	1,8
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Source: www.adac.de

Autobild Winter tyre test 2020 245/45 R18

Ranked #12 of 50

Name	Stopping distance on wet	Stopping distance on snow
Best values in test	30,3	24,3
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	35,2	25
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Source: www.autobild.de

Autoexpress Winter tyre test 2020 205/55 R16

Ranked #8 of 9

Name	Points total	Winter	Wet	Dry	Rolling resistance	Noise
Best values in test	101,6	299,9	299,9	100	101,1	100,7
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	97,4	297,2	280,3	92,6	88	100
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Source: www.autoexpress.co.uk

Autoklub ČR Winter tyre test 2020 205/55 R16

Ranked #8 of 8

Name	Points total	Wet	Dry	Snow
Best values in test	101,1	103,4	102,8	100
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	97,3	96,9	98,5	96,6
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Source: www.autoklubcr.cz

Autobild Winter tyre test 2019 225/45 R17
satisfactory
Ranked #16 of 20

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Running costs
Best values in test	2+	2+	1	2+
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2	3+	1-	2-
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Source: www.autobild.de

Autobild Winter tyre test 2019 225/45 R17

Ranked #13 of 53

Name	Stopping distance on wet	Stopping distance on snow
Best values in test	29,2	24
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	32,9	24,3
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Source: www.autobild.de

Autobild Winter tyre test 2018 195/65 R15
exemplary
Ranked #1 of 20

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Running costs
Best values in test	1-	2+	1	1
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2	2	2	1-
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Source: www.autobild.de

Autobild Winter tyre test 2018 195/65 R15

Ranked #5 of 51

Name	Stopping distance on wet	Stopping distance on snow
Best values in test	34,3	27
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	34,8	28,1
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Source: www.autobild.de

ADAC Winter tyre test 2018 205/55 R16
good
Ranked #3 of 16

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Ice	Noise	Wear	Fuel consumption
Best values in test	2,1	2,0	1,8	2,3	3,0	1,0	1,7
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2,3	2,3	1,8	2,5	3,3	2,0	2,1
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Source: www.adac.de

Sportscars Winter tyre test 2018 245/45 R18
good
Ranked #4 of 10

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow
Best values in test	2+	2+	1
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2	2	1
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Source: reifenpresse.de

Autoexpress Winter tyre test 2017 225/45 R17

Ranked #3 of 8

Name	Points total
Best values in test	100
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	99,3
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Source: www.autoexpress.co.uk

AutoMotorSport Winter tyre test 2017 225/45 R18
recommended
Ranked #2 of 10

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Enviromental impact
Best values in test	9,6	9,2	9,9	10
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	8,9	8,5	8,9	7,3
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Source: www.auto-motor-und-sport.de

Autobild Winter tyre test 2017 225/50 R17
exemplary
Ranked #3 of 20

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Running costs
Best values in test	2+	2+	1	2+
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2+	2	2	2-
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Source: reifenpresse.de

ADAC Winter tyre test 2017 215/65 R16
good
Ranked #1 of 16

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Ice	Noise	Wear	Fuel consumption
Best values in test	2,1	2,0	1,9	2,3	3,1	0,5	1,4
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2,1	2,3	2,5	2,5	3,5	2,0	1,7
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Source: www.adac.de

Autobild Winter tyre test 2017 225/50 R17

Ranked #5 of 50

Name	Stopping distance on wet	Stopping distance on snow
Best values in test	32,2	25,9
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	33,6	27,6
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Source: www.autobild.de

Sportscars Winter tyre test 2017 225/40 R18
good
Ranked #4 of 10

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow
Best values in test	1-	2+	1-
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2+	2-	2+
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Autobild Winter tyre test 2016 205/55 R16
good
Ranked #4 of 20

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Running costs
Best values in test	1-	2	2+	1
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2+	2-	1-	2
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Source: reifenpresse.de

Autoexpress Winter tyre test 2016 225/45 R17

Ranked #2 of 7

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Rolling resistance	Noise
Best values in test	100	100	100	100	100
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	98,7	98,7	98,1	100	99
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Source: www.autoexpress.co.uk

Autobild Winter tyre test 2016 205/55 R16

Ranked #4 of 50

Name	Stopping distance on wet	Stopping distance on snow
Best values in test	34,2	25
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	36,1	25,5
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Source: www.autobild.de

AutoMotorSport Winter tyre test 2016 235/40 R18
recommended
Ranked #3 of 6

Name
Dunlop Winter Sport 5
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Source: www.auto-motor-und-sport.de

GTÜ Winter tyre test 2016 205/55 R16
highly recommended
Ranked #6 of 13

Name	Points total	Wet	Dry	Snow	Rolling resistance	Noise
Best values in test	412	142	127	143	25	10
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	367	112	119	136	22	8
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Source: www.gtue.de

Sportscars Winter tyre test 2016 245/40 R18
exemplary
Ranked #3 of 8

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow
Best values in test	2	2	1-
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2-	2-	1-
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Source: www.reifentrends.de

Autoexpress Winter tyre test 2016 205/55 R16

Ranked #7 of 8

Name	Points total	Wet	Dry	Snow	Rolling resistance	Noise
Best values in test	100	96,9	99,8	99	100	100
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	97,7	93	99,8	93,4	97,6	97,9
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Source: www.autoexpress.co.uk

Autoklub ČR Winter tyre test 2016 205/55 R16
very good
Ranked #3 of 8

Name	Points total	Wet	Dry	Snow
Best values in test	101	100	103,3	100,3
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	99,8	98,1	101,6	99,8
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Source: www.autoforum.cz

ADAC Winter tyre test 2016 225/45 R17
good
Ranked #1 of 13

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow	Ice	Noise	Wear	Fuel consumption
Best values in test	2,3	2,1	1,7	2,0	2,8	1,5	1,5
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	2,4	2,4	1,9	2,2	2,8	2,0	1,6
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Source: www.adac.de

Sportscars Winter tyre test 2015 225/45 R18
exemplary
Ranked #1 of 8

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow
Best values in test	1-	2	1-
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	1-	2	1-
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Automotorsport Winter tyre test 2015 225/50 R17
highly recommended
Ranked #3 of 10

Name	Points total	Wet	Dry	Snow	Enviromental impact
Best values in test	9,2	9,4	9,2	9,3	9,4
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	9,0	9,2	9,0	9,2	8,4
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GTÜ Winter tyre test 2015 225/50 R17
highly recommended
Ranked #3 of 8

Name	Points total	Winter	Wet	Dry	Rolling resistance	Noise
Best values in test	205	64	70	46	18	8
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	197	62	68	44	17	3
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Autobild Winter tyre test 2015 215/65 R16
exemplary
Ranked #1 of 8

Name	Wet	Dry	Snow
Best values in test	1-	2	1-
Dunlop Winter Sport 5	1-	2	1-
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Test ratings distribution

100% (11x)			85% (22x)
Very good	Highly recommended	Exemplary	Recommended	Good	Satisfactory
1x	3x	7x	2x	18x	2x

Ratings x Wheel size

R15	R16	R17	R18	R19
100% (1x)	88.8% (12x)	91% (10x)	88.3% (9x)	100% (1x)

Ratings x Width

195/xx Rxx	205/xx Rxx	215/xx Rxx	225/xx Rxx	235/xx Rxx	245/xx Rxx
100% (1x)	88.3% (9x)	91% (5x)	89.6% (13x)	92.5% (2x)	90% (3x)

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