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Dunlop Winter Sport 5

225/55 R18 Dunlop Winter Sport 5 variants


Dunlop Winter Sport 5 is a winter tyre made in total of 119 sizes, ranging from R15 to R15 - this particular dimension is R18, which means it fits to a 18 inch/457.2mm diameter wheel. 225/55 R18 is 30mm wider than the narrowest dimension (195) and 70mm narrower than the widest one (295). This tyre profile of 55 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 55% of the tyre width (225mm), which results in 123.75mm sidewall height. In 225/55 R18, Winter Sport 5 usually competes against Blizzak LM-005, which is a tyre from Bridgestone with a rating of 87%, compared to 89% of the Dunlop in question.


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

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Dunlop Winter Sport 5 in tyre tests

Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (225/55 R18)
Autobild
Name Stopping distance on wetStopping distance on snow
Best values in test31,429,2
Dunlop Winter Sport 536,130,7
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ADAC
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 impactDriving safety
Best values in test1,82,0
Dunlop Winter Sport 51,8 2,6
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Autobild
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 WetDrySnowRunning costs
Best values in test2+2+11-
Dunlop Winter Sport 522-22+
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Autobild
Name WetDrySnow
Best values in test2+2+1
Dunlop Winter Sport 52-21-
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Source: www.autobild.de
ADAC
Name WetDrySnowIceNoiseWear
Best values in test1,61,91,52,12,71,5
Dunlop Winter Sport 52,52,41,5 2,53,42,5
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Source: www.adac.de
Autobild
Name WetDrySnow
Best values in test2+2+1
Dunlop Winter Sport 52+ 21
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Source: www.autobild.de
Autobild
Name Stopping distance on wetStopping distance on snow
Best values in test29,224
Dunlop Winter Sport 532,924,3
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Source: www.autobild.de
Autobild
Autobild Winter tyre test 2019 225/45 R17
satisfactory
Ranked #16 of 20
Name WetDrySnowRunning costs
Best values in test2+2+11-
Dunlop Winter Sport 523+1-2-
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Source: www.autobild.de
AutoMotorSport
Name WetDrySnowEnviromental impact
Best values in test9,69,29,910
Dunlop Winter Sport 58,98,58,97,3
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Source: www.auto-motor-und-sport.de
Autobild
Name WetDrySnowRunning costs
Best values in test2+2+11-
Dunlop Winter Sport 52+ 222-
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Source: reifenpresse.de
Autobild
Name Stopping distance on wetStopping distance on snow
Best values in test32,225,9
Dunlop Winter Sport 533,627,6
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Source: www.autobild.de
Sportscars
Name WetDrySnow
Best values in test1-2+1-
Dunlop Winter Sport 52+2-2+
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Autoexpress
Name Points total
Best values in test100
Dunlop Winter Sport 599,3
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Source: www.autoexpress.co.uk
ADAC
Name WetDrySnowIceNoiseWearFuel consumption
Best values in test2,32,11,72,02,81,51,5
Dunlop Winter Sport 52,42,41,92,22,8 2,01,6
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Source: www.adac.de
Autoexpress
Name WetDrySnowRolling resistanceNoise
Best values in test100100100100100
Dunlop Winter Sport 598,798,798,1100 99
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Source: www.autoexpress.co.uk
Sportscars
Name WetDrySnow
Best values in test1-21-
Dunlop Winter Sport 51- 2 1-
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Automotorsport
Automotorsport Winter tyre test 2015 225/50 R17
highly recommended
Ranked #3 of 10
Name Points totalWetDrySnowEnviromental impact
Best values in test9,29,49,29,39,4
Dunlop Winter Sport 59,09,29,09,28,4
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GTÜ
GTÜ Winter tyre test 2015 225/50 R17
highly recommended
Ranked #3 of 8
Name Points totalWinterWetDryRolling resistanceNoise
Best values in test205647046188
Dunlop Winter Sport 5197626844173
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225/55 R18 - Best winter tyres (according to tests)

#NameOur ratingTested in this dimensionTested in same width dimensionSegmentPrice
1. GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1
89.9%
82.5%
86.4%
91.5%
Premium
2. Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
77.2%
89.9%
89.6%
80.6%
Premium £234
102 V + 1
3. GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+! Newer model available: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
84.6%
92.6%
80.2%
85.4%
Premium £187
102 V
4. Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV
87.1%
84.2%
89%
78.5%
Premium
5. Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005! Newer model available: Bridgestone Blizzak 6
92.2%
79.6%
84.4%
82.6%
Premium £270
102 H + 1
6. Nokian WR SUV 4
69.5%
85.9%
88.6%
72.8%
Upper-middle £210
102 H
7. Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
78.7%
81.3%
66.3%
81.3%
Premium £192
102 H
8. Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
87.4%
91.3%
89.3%
Premium
9. Pirelli WINTER SOTTOZERO Serie III
Premium £207
98 H + 1
10. Bridgestone Blizzak LM-001
80.6%
77.4%
83.7%
Premium £172
102 V
11. Firestone Winterhawk 4
Upper-middle £135
102 V
12. Semperit Speed-Grip 5
74.5%
77.6%
76%
68.8%
Lowcost £125
98 V + 1
13. Nokian WR SUV 3! Newer model available: Nokian WR SUV 4
87.9%
90.2%
94.9%
Upper-middle
14. Toyo Observe S944
67.9%
66.9%
85.1%
79.9%
Upper-middle £155
0 V
15. Nokian WR Snowproof P
66.1%
79.2%
92.3%
Upper-middle
16. Toyo Snowprox S954
78.8%
70.6%
92.2%
82.7%
Upper-middle
17. Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 X W330A
79.9%
91.8%
88.1%
77%
Upper-middle £174
102 V + 1
18. Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 SUV W320A
Upper-middle
19. BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2 SUV
Upper-middle £175
98 H + 3
20. Kumho WinterCraft WS71
Upper-middle
21. Bridgestone Blizzak LM-80 EVO
66.3%
92%
85%
Premium
22. Uniroyal WinterExpert
65.6%
75.1%
72.4%
74.7%
Upper-middle £181
102 V
23. Yokohama BluEarth winter V905
81.6%
70.5%
85.4%
Upper-middle
24. Matador MP93 Nordicca
Lowcost £104
102 V
25. Fortune Fsr901
Lowcost
26. Imperial SnowDragon UHP
62%
70.7%
88.8%
Lowcost
27. Nexen WinGuard Sport 2 SUV
Lowcost £147
102 V + 1