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  • C
    Fuel Efficiency
    Fuel Efficiency / Rolling Resistance: C

    How much fuel the tyre uses as it rolls. Graded A to E, where A is the most efficient and E the least.

  • B
    Wet Grip
    Wet Grip / Braking Performance: B

    How well the tyre stops in the wet. Graded A to E, where A is the shortest stopping distance. Each grade is worth roughly 3 metres, about a car length.

  • 70dB
    External Noise
    Noise Emission / Exterior Noise: 70 dB

    How loud the tyre is from outside the car, measured in decibels. Graded A to C, where A is the quietest.

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Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL

4.8/5
(24 reviews)
  • Tick Icon Car
    Car tyre:

    Designed for cars, rather than vans, 4x4s or commercial vehicles.

  • Tick Icon Reinforced (XL)
    Extra Load or Reinforced tyres:

    A stronger sidewall lets this tyre carry more weight than a standard tyre of the same size. Marked XL on the sidewall.

  • Tick Icon Winter
    Winter tyres:

    Designed for temperatures below 7°C. Summer tyre rubber hardens in the cold and loses grip, while a winter compound stays soft and holds the road in cold, wet and snowy conditions.

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£13662
  • Fitted at a local tyre centre
  • Wheel balancing included
  • New valve & disposal included
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Product description & features

Dunlop's SP WinterSport 5 is a passenger car tyre designed for snow and slush adhesion at low temperatures. Its tread design is more blocky than the SP Winter Sport 4D's which increases the number of snow biting edges. Opening slits run through the blocks to grip snow and transport it to the centre of the tread where the slush is managed by deep rimmed grooves that run the length of the tread. Dunlop's lightweight design further improves efficiency by lowering rolling resistance.

The SP Winter Sport 4D is the direct predecessor of the SP Winter Sport 5 and will be replaced by the SP Winter Sport 5 in Dunlop's winter collection. The SP Winter Sport 5 also carries the 3PMSF and M+S designation on the side of the tyre. Dunlop also produces a variant for SUV fitments called the Winter Sport 5 SUV. Tyres.co.uk offers the Dunlop SP WinterSport 5.

Highlights

  • Snow and slush grip
  • Blocky tread with snow edges
  • Deep grooves for slush
  • Three-peak snowflake marking

Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL Tyre Reviews

There are 24 reviews of the Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
Overall rating
4.8/5
5 star
79%
4 star
16%
3 star
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Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: 159
By: Evelina Jolie
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
Great! I only need to buy another when I get paid and then I'm all set for my winter travel!
Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: 159
By: Milan G.
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
Excellent traction and control. The fuel efficiency for this rating, however, is not as good as expected.
Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: 159
By: Felix Sands
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
Since we travel to Austria and Switzerland often, these are perfect for us.
Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: Brera
By: Miranda Hastings
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
The new tyres are doing an excellent job in handling the Highland temperature and weather. Good purchase, would definitely do again.
Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: Brera
By: Casey-Leigh Goode
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
Excellent grip in icy, wet and cold conditions. I feel safe driving with these tyres.
Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: Brera
By: Ryan L.
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
Driving on isolated Highland roads in winter, I feel assured by the incredible grip on snow and ice.
Car make: Audi
Car model: A6
By: Denise Foxall
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
These tyres do a great job in snowy conditions. I haven't had my 1 Series spin out on me yet. They're not great with fuel economy, but that's expected with winter tyres.
Car make: Audi
Car model: A6
By: Jessica Destinee
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
These snow and mud tyres also provide exceptional grip and traction in heavy rains and standing water, as well as in ice or slush. They are also just as quiet as summer tyres and do not cause any changes to fuel consumption.
Car make: Audi
Car model: A6
By: Justine Kearsley
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
I love these, but I expected better rim protection considering that was a big reason why I bought these tyres.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: Berlingo
By: Henry Bone
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
While the tyres have a minor 'floating' sensation, they did exceptional snow performance, and drove by many other cars. In normal conditions, I did not experience a decrease in handling, braking, performance, or fuel consumption, although they might be even better in really cold conditions. The main issue is not about the tyres. Changing my old summer tyres to new [non-standard] rims has been difficult and time consuming, which is the opposite of what the advertisements say. If I had known, I probably would not have bought winter tyres.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: Berlingo
By: Scott Geeson
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
I am very happy with them, though I have not had much snow to try them out in yet. I do feel considerably more confident in the car's handling when it comes to turning and stopping.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: Berlingo
By: Pascal G.
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
My large wheels and estate car have great road traction and durability. Also, it's quiet on the road and has great road traction, although, it's not the best on icy surfaces.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: C4 Cactus
By: Connie Llewellyn
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
The car has a good grip on the road. I trust the brakes will engage quickly. I am really satisfied about the tyres.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: C4 Cactus
By: Kazi D.
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
Amazing on wet surfaces and a lot quieter than other winter tyres I've used, very happy so far.
Car make: Citroen
Car model: C4 Cactus
By: Dominic Cynan
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
I have no comment on this as the weather hasn't been serious enough.
Car make: Honda
Car model: Insight
By: Elize Valentine
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
The tyres dealt with the snow excellently.
Car make: Honda
Car model: Insight
By: Alex Palfrey
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
So far, I have not had the chance to try them out in the snow.
Car make: Honda
Car model: Insight
By: Malakai E.
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
While driving in snow and rain is excellent, there is somewhat less grip when experiencing hard acceleration.
Car make: Nissan
Car model: Leaf
By: Christopher Warby
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
Performs as expected in cold and rainy conditions.
Car make: Nissan
Car model: Leaf
By: Carrie-Anne Mustafa
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
I would have preferred matching ones, but I didn't have time to look for others, so I grabbed what I could find. Some of the tyres do a lot of noise on smooth roads, but I don't recall which ones.
Car make: Nissan
Car model: Leaf
By: Amjad U.
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
For driving from Bridgend to Switzerland and back, there was no spin or slip in deep snow. I have nothing negative to say about them.
Car make: Volvo
Car model: C70
By: Ikra Rameez
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
They're quieter than my old Dunlops which might just be because they are new. They're doing a good job.
Car make: Volvo
Car model: C70
By: Tj H.
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
I fitted these tyres just for winter as it is longer and colder in the North than in the South, making these conditions ideal. They're not the best to use year-round so the mileage isn't high. Performance in rain and snow is really great - I am pleased with them.
Car make: Volvo
Car model: C70
By: Reef Rogers
Tyre review for Dunlop SP WinterSport 5 215/55R16 97H XL
Exceeded my expectations. Brilliant grip.
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