Dunlop SP Sport 300E

No complain with my purchase – I installed these tyres in my Toyota camry more than 2 years ago. It's still going well so far. No issues so far. I have driven more than 30K so far. It was covered under Beurepairs warranty so replaced one tyre in past due to puncture. No Noise, great grip on wet condition.  Show details ·  1

Safe tyre – This is a very good performance tyre. It offers excellent outright grip, and breaking in both dry- and wet-conditions. Comparing with other premium tyres, such as Pirelli Cinturato, Hankook Optimo K415, Bridgestone and Goodyear, its durability is not as good as others and more expensive than others at the time when I made the purchase.  Show details ·  1

Good quality, feel safe – I have had these tyres for years on a Toyota Corolla. A bit more expensive than others but seem to be more durable. I suggest shopping around. I got them at Kmart Tyre & Auto Service. They have a pricematching policy. No issues with the fitting. The driving experience is great. I am happy with these tyres.  Show details ·  1

Really good for the price – I bought a set of 4 tyres for my BA Ford Falcon as the previous tyres wore out in under 30,000 kms. So far so good, I've had these tyres since July 2016 and have only just done a tyre rotation with them. The price from K Mart was also good value for money, better than Bob Jane T Mart who claimed they didn't have the Dunlop's in stock, I would have… Read more ·  1

to wait an extra week and then wanted to charge an extra $150.00 on top of what K Mart charged which was around $530.00.

High Quality – I have bought a set and it's improved my driving experience and decreased the stopping distance. The tires are the only contact of the car with the road. So, don't just buy a cheap one. But shop around and buy the good quality for relatively cheap. Overall, I'm happy with the quality.  Show details

Really good for the price – I bought a pair of the Dunlops for my Toyota Camry. I read mixed reviews and wasn't too sure, but I bought them anyway since I got a really amazing deal from this new online shop called Tyroola. They have tyres at really cheap rates, and they have fitting partners too, so getting my Dunlop fitted was really smooth. I've been driving with these… Read more

tyres for a couple of months now and they are in excellent condition. I have bought quite a few replacement tyres over the years, but this was one has been the best quality and best price so far.

As bad as retreads – I put 4 of these tyres on my Honda Odyssey, and after paying quite a lot, and buying from what i thought was a reputable brand, i had trouble ever since. The first problem occurred after a trip to Cairns, when the tyres were approximately 12 months old. On the way back i heard a sound like a helicopter hovering overhead and the steering wheel… Read more

developed a light wobble. I took the car back to Beaurepaires and they told me the tread had separated from the tyre. They replaced the tyre, but made me PAY an extra $150 to replace it, which i did (silly me).

The second problem occurred on a trip from Townsville to Gympie when the tyres were about 15 months old. On the way from Tiari to Gladstone, all of a sudden my car started weaving all over the road and the steering was uncontrollable. I had to be towed a few hundred kms to Gladstone and after being told by a steering specialist that the two front tyres had faulted. Once again, the tread had separated from the tyre itself, except this time the entire tread had come off, not just one patch of the tyre. Arrived at Beaurepairs once again, was, once again asked to pay for new tyres, but after an argument and call to regional manager they replaced them at no cost. Unfortunately they only had the same tyres to replace them with, i did ask for different ones but was told that they didn't keep any in stock.

Problem number 3 happened with normal driving around town only about 2 months after the last time. This time the fourth tyre went... Same thing, separated tread from the tyre.

Thinking it must have been a bad original batch i went on my merry way thinking all would be well... However... Only last week one of the new tyres (don't ask me which one, could be the 12 month old one, or the 6 month old one) once again the tread separated from the tyre. The was tyre number 5 and i had had enough. After a long battle that included conversations with 3 different stores, the regional manager , and the ACCC, Beaurepaires finally agreed to replace all Dunlop Sport 300s on my car with Goodyears (though the reviews on the Goodyears arent great)

I will never trust Dunlops again. And i would say to people not to accept the 'prorata' warranty offered by Beaurepaires... ACCC has informed me that it is not a legal warranty.

Noisy And Don't Last Long – I got these standard on a 2009 Toyota Aurion. Noise: They are the noisiest tyre I have ever heard. Every road surface (except a perfectly smooth road surface - how rare is that) produces a howling roar, it was OK for the first 5000 km but after that (especially 1/2 way through tread life) the light roar began to sound like a jumbo 747… Read more

especially on roads like Hume Highway.

Handling:

They are a comfort tyre and as such provide a conformable drive - do not disappoint.

They squeal a lot if you push them - even a little and you need to pump them right up to at least 36 psi otherwise they don't wear evenly. If you pump them higher than 36 psi then the roar they produce almost doubles in volume.

Steering response and vehicle high speed stability are excellent.

Wet: better than average in the wet

Dry: Very good handling in the dry.

Durability

Lasted just under 20,00km. I am surprised with people on this forum getting long life from these, I checked (and still do) my tyre pressures weekly (36 psi) using a quality gauge at home, they were regularly balanced and wheel aligned. They were treated gently (new car) and weren't misaligned as they wore evenly and then they just wore down.

Were Aussie made now Chinese made.

Chipped – Used the particular model in the picture except the type was SP Sport 300 (looks just the same, can't tell the difference from the one in the picture. Not sure if it is the same tyre in Oz) in my Honda and after just about 21.000KM of mostly city driving outside Oz, the tyres in the front of my car is chipped quite a lot that I became worried… Read more

especially when driving in the highway. I've even filed a complaint to my Honda dealer so that they can let Dunlop know about this. Really not happy about this.

I've used worn out Bridgestone road tyres in the past (B-250) with heavier use in destroyed roads had no complains of chipping like this. Not saying it's a bad tyre but by looking at how chipped the tyres are it just makes me feel unsafe. Really not considering to use this particular model anymore in the future. I've replaced them with Bridgestone Turanza AR-20s.

Update: Compared to the SP Sport 300s, the Turanza AR-20 feels thicker, softer, and produce less noise. Not sure whether the AR-20 is available in Oz though, but I surely recommend OEM Bridgestones tyres for any car manufacturer.

Don't last long – I had Honda Freed 120PS with 185/65R15. After 30000 kms the front tyre not in good shape (chip / chapped). So I rotate front to rear and vice versa. The front tyre became chip / chapped again (after 40000 kms). I think there are better tyre in this class for example Yokohama Bluearth AE01 or Continental Comfort Contact 5 or Michelin Energy XM2.

Why the wide range of Opinions? – I have had a single set of these tires on my Honda Civic, bought new since in 2010. Currently looking around for a replacement set of tires, after 110,000km and 5 years, 1 flat due to a nail picked up from the road. I drive mainly freeway/city and fit into the over 45years of age category. There is still legal trend on the tires, but after… Read more

110,000kms I would like to change for age reasons. Just looking to see what other people think, surprised to the comments about wearing out after 20,000 kms.

Tires always kept around 30psi, wheels rotated once a year with the spare kept pristine. I find they have excellent grip in wet and dry, saved my bacon a few times. I would say they are relatively quiet on the road.

Definitely Dunlop Sport 300E 195/65R15

Is just the way people drive?

Worst tyres ever – Constant vibration even after 2 attempts by the dealer to balance. Wear rate after 8,000km is awful. These tyres are complete rubbish. Dealer was no help at all and insists it is normal for a car to feel like it is driving on a corrugated dirt road when driving on smooth bitumen. If I can't get a refund I will throw them away and cop the loss.… Read more

The worst tyres ever. I will never buy Dunlop again. One star is too generous. Zero stars from me for the Dunlop SP Sport 300E.

Excellent In The Dry and Extreme Wet – I needed new tyres and a wheel alignment for a 2003 Astra.(190/65r15) I normally buy Michelins because the are a great tyre in dry and wet and have extremely long wear. However due to budget restrictions this time, I got the Dunlop SP Sport 300Es. Jax had all Dunlops on special for 25% off. They were normally $122 a corner but were down to $105.… Read more

So with the 4 tyres fitted and a wheel alignment it was $475 all up. I think they are great in the dry, but they are brilliant in the extreme wet. I think they are slightly noisy on street driving, but more noticeable on the freeway. But with the radio on it's no big deal. My only concern with theses is tyre wear mileage, but only time will tell. They feel good on the road, with precise steering etc I think they were a good buy while they were on special, and would recommend them.

Stable Performance – I purchased a small 2nd hand hatchback 18 mths ago with these already fitted. I have now travelled 20000 km and the tyres handle very well, above average. Steering and braking ability is great, and the car feels very stable on the road. I would definitely recommend these tyres for the average family car. High performance sports cars would… Read more

probably need something better.

Fitted by the previous owners, I am unable to calculate how long they last.

The tyres are slightly noisy, which can be annoying after a few hours. steering and braking response above average slightly noisy

Not the best budget sports/touring tyre but better than most – They dont overheat or randomly lose grip but they dont really have that good grip in the dry especially in cornering. Good under braking and looks like they are going to last a while, had 200e's on my other falcon and its already done 20k wearing nicely, a friend had a set last 100k so the range is impressive. range, these will last you a LONG… Read more

time, good braking good wet weather performance bit expensive considering the cornering in dry is a bit lackluster

Excellent tyres in all conditions wet or dry – I have them on my 2010 Camry came with the car from 29000klms now got 61000 on it on 11months and still got them on and counting always rotated and ran tyre pressure around 38psi cold and fronts are still 60% and backs are at about 40% tread excellent tyre all round wet or dry suppose all my driving is at 100kph for 150klms a day for work with… Read more

some city stopping but remember rotation and tyre pressure needs to be done So dont except to get high klms out of any tyre is u don't do any checks or rotations its like just letting money blow away in the wind... Excellent in wet only tyre that I have always liked

Good All-round Performance – I have run a full set of these and then shared lately with 2 Goodyear Eagle LS 2000's on my EF Falcon Sedan. Overall I've been satisfied and felt safe and comfortable with the Dunlops on. Wet and dry roadholding & braking has been confident, but I haven't pushed the limits. I do feel though that the 35,000 kms from them is a bit low considering I… Read more ·  1

don't hoon around. Confident with these tyres, reliable Wear has been faster than expected, and I can buy now Toyo Teo's for about $20 per tyre less than I paid for the Dunlops. So my recommendation below is subject to these comments

worn quickly only 48k – these tyres originally fitted on my toyota yaris and made in Japan. worn very quickly. I expect to be lasted for at least 60k in rear tyres. but had to change on 50k for safe ride.Now I will give good year Assurance Armorgrip a try. Hope it will be better. Worn quickly

Exellent Grip, economy and long life – I use these tyres on my 2009 Aurion, and I must say if you check tyr pressure regularly ( i.e. once in fortnight) then it will last long like up to 50,000 KM... It has low price as well on specials at Beaurepaires i.e. $153.00 each including fitting, wheel alignment ..ofcourse last but not least..they have friendly staff and great service reliable, inexpensive, energy efficient

Excellent – These tyres came standard on my Honda Civic. I have treated them terribly and pushed them to their limit and they have taken everything I threw at them. They do never seem to lose grip in the dry, and in the wet, the road has to be very slick before it will understeer. Stopping distance is breathtaking (they have saved my life a few times). I am… Read more

looking at a 50 000km life for these tires, but that is with quite a bit of abuse. If you cam afford them, these are definitely the tyres to buy! I can see why so many companies have been proud to give these tyres as standard. Very Quiet

Great Traction - Wet and Dry

Corners Well Expensive

OK – Had these on a VR Commodore (size:205/65/15) for about 5 years. They need replacement now after about 30,000km, whilst on most other tyres on the car I have got about 40,000km for a set. Starting to get a bit scary in the wet, with the tread just about down to replacement level. I would recommend replacement well before you legally need to. Quiet,… Read more

good steering response, good ride quality and decent grip in the dry when both new and worn. Good grip in the wet whilst new. Poor grip in wet as they wear. Not very good mileage.

OK – A dealer dropped to 32 psi & suggested a mould overlap line in tyre that causes a firm spot in tyre. This has dramatically reduced problem. If Aussie tyres made thai way will not purchase again. Should be able to run whatever psi you like without this problem Well here we are again ! last comment was April. Great Dry & Wet Grip. Balance / vibration problems at 35psi

Excellent – I received my first set of SP Sport 300E's as standard fit on a Camry back in 2002. I got nearly 77,000km out of them. I'm a firm believer in frequent tyre rotation and keeping the pressure to around 35PSI. I'm buying these tyres on my current car (Avensis) when it comes up for tyre replacement. Very happy with this tyre. Great mileage, Good grip, very quiet Can't think of any

Terrible – Had these fitted to EL Falcon wagon and they wore out in 14000km. The car is the wife's kid taxi and she drives like a granny. Tyres wore evenly and were checked by dealer, but Dunlop wouldn't accept there was a problem. I certainly would never buy these again as they are fairly expensive and when coupled with the lack of mileage, they are very expensive. good handling when new very poor milage

Good – Buy if you can get them approx $20 per tyre cheaper than advertised it is possible. Shop around Good Luck & enjoy Turned out to be a very good tyre after my initial concerns of tread closness / grooves. Just replaced them & got almost 50,000 km`s out of 1 set. However i do travell at 100km`s hr on country roads at 500km`s per week for work. (see… Read more

my previous comments)I feel that if fitted to front wheel drive & say stop start city driving & more constant rotation may not last as long but great wet weather grip Never really could solve a minor vibration problem

Excellent – Great tyre for general day to day driving, though still pricey. If you're a fan of Dunlop, definitely give these a go. If you're just after a value for money tyre without compromising on safety, noise or comfort; shop around for a full silica tyre from any reputable brand as you're bound to find one a bit cheaper. Excellent tyre. Bought an EL… Read more

Falcon with these tyres the drive/back wheels in 2006, sold it 3.5 years later with the same tyres on, 60,000 mainly country kilometres later, still servicable with an easy 10-20,000k's remaining. Pricey at $130-$150 each depending on where you shop.

Terrible – These were fitted to my 06 Civic as standard. The Civic was 2 1/2 yr old when I bought it with 10000km on the clock. It now has 38000km and these tyres are literally worn out and due for replacement as they will not pass rego in 2 months. I found them very noisy, very harsh riding and terrible in the wet. The car feels very unstable on wet roads,… Read more

with tendencies to aquaplane. I drive on semi rural roads on the Central Coast of NSW, with most roads travelled being between 60 to 90 kmhr speed limits. Not harsh roads nor speeds, but will not buy these as replacements. I am not a hard driver, and for a car that weighs 1200kgs, one would expect more from these tyres, as I notice they are not cheap to buy. Look good. Harsh ride, noisy, short life.

Excellent – I drive small car with no ABS & commute 80kms a day. When things get 'hairy' the car goes where I point it & pulls up damn fast. I've just bought my second set of these. They do wear quicker than harder compound tyres but it is a very small price to pay for getting home intact. Outstanding grip on wet roads, unbelievable grip on dry roads Wear out a little quickly

End of life report for Dunlop SP300E fitted to 2008 Aurion AT-X – I have just retired the Dunlop SP300E tyres that were fitted to my Toyota Aurion AT-X when it was built in 2008. They made it all the way to 55,000 km over 30 months with 43,000 km in the first 18 months when the vehicle was enjoying its first life as a rental vehicle in Queensland. The Aurion AT-X is front wheel drive with a 200 kW powertrain… Read more

and weighs in at around 1500 kg. It is a very quick car and has handled well over the twelve months that we have had it - good stopping performance in wet and dry conditions and light and precise through corners. Despite all that power going to the front wheels, I have never had any wheel spin at launch, even on worn asphalt in the wet.

The Dunlop tyres performed quite well over the last year with three qualifications. The first is that they were fairly noisy although that could have been exacerbated by the fact they had 43,000 km of wear by the time I bought the vehicle. The second is that I had a succession of flats - three in six months - although that could simply reflect bad luck on my part (or a lot of nails in the neighbourhood). The third and most serious qualification is that the steering on the Aurion always seemed to have a slight wobble at low speed despite a front wheel alignment and tyre balance shortly after we bought it. I assumed that it was some mechanical slack in the steering until it completely disappared after fitting new tyres last month (Continental Premium Contact 2 - I'll post a review of them once I have put some kilometres on them).

Overall, I would rate the SP300E as a good but not outstanding tyre: I wouldn't buy a set (because there are better tyres on the market) but would be confident that a car I bought with a set of SP300E tyres would perform well in wet and dry conditions. Well matched to Aurion AT-X Noisy, prone to flats and some steering wobble at low speed

Sixty thousand kilometres without a problem – I've just had another set of these tyres put on after 60,000 kilometres of hassle free riding on the last pair. Really happy with how well they've worn (I could have put off replacing them for another thousand kilometres or so). A little more expensive than budget tyres, but well worth the expense. Long wearing

Has a lump you can feel under 40KMPH Grrrrrr – One of these has as a lump you can feel (and hear)under 40KMPH ( but you can't see it) dealer was no help after many trys to balance it out, I put it on the back and it is less noticeable but still there, never will buy Dunlop ever again because of it. These tyres are made in china just like many no name brand cheapys are, my goodyear are made… Read more

in germany.. dunno if it means anythin, just saying.

Bit noisy, handles average,, wouldn't say sporty like it's name suggests.