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Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport review

± 6

Relative score 60% tests + 40% owners

Better than 57% of the summer tires we score.

Owners 61 · 1,963 reviews analysed Road tests 72 · 1 test

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Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport has a Relative Score of 65 out of 100 among summer tires. In 5 road tests with an overall ranking it finished first 0 times and in the top three 2 times. 1,963 owner reviews rate it 61 out of 100. 47% would buy it again.

Community sentiment Negative Read the buzz
#Wet and dry traction#Highway road noise#Poor snow performance#Ride quality and comfort#Treadwear and durability
Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport

Two scoring systems, side by side

Owner scores come from reviews found online; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.

How scores work
Relative score
0–100. Blends road tests (60%) and owner reviews (40%) category by category, the same way on every TireWheelGuide page. With only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from it, so the score stays closer to average. It needs at least one road test or five owner reviews.
Road tests
0–100 per score, from published tests, newer tests counting more. Each result is compared with every other tire in the same test, so a win against a strong field counts for more. The average tested tire gets 70, the best 100; with only one or two tests a tire stays nearer 70. The discipline rows show % of the best tire in that test.
Owner reviews
0–100 from the owner reviews we found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates and scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70. With only a few reviews a tire stays near the average.

Full methodology

By owner reviews

61/100

From 1,963 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.

Would buy again 47%
Dry
Overall dry
60
Wet
Overall wet
65
Snow & ice
Overall snow & ice
66
Comfort
Overall comfort
54
Noise
Overall noise
65
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
59
Handling
Overall handling
55

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By road tests

72/100

Scaled across every tested tire: the average gets 70, the best 100.

Dry
73
Wet
70
By discipline (% of best in test)
Dry Braking
100%
Dry Handling
100%
Subj. Dry Handling
100%
Wet Braking
40%
Wet Handling
40%
Straight Aquaplaning
40%
Curved Aquaplaning
40%
Side G-Force on Wet surface
40%
Inside Noise level
93%
Rolling Resistance
80%
Wear
87%

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 1,963 owner reviews found online.

The Bridgestone Dueler HP Sport elicits a polarized response from drivers, serving as a common original equipment fitment for mid-size to large SUVs and crossovers. While many users praise its dependable dry grip, stable handling, and impressive tread longevity under normal driving conditions, a significant portion report concerns regarding a harsh ride, wet-weather traction limitations, and notably high road noise as the tires wear.

Pros

  • Impressive treadwear and longevity, with many users reporting high mileage before replacement
  • Reliable and secure grip in dry road conditions
  • Stable handling and solid load-bearing capability suitable for heavier SUVs and crossovers
  • Good original equipment fitment integration with consistent everyday performance

Cons

  • High levels of road noise and drone, especially on rougher surfaces or as the tire ages
  • Inconsistent or poor performance in wet conditions, with several complaints of hydroplaning or slipping
  • Firm, sometimes harsh ride quality that reduces overall vehicle comfort
  • Prone to uneven wear patterns such as sawtooth or cupping on certain vehicle setups

Worth knowing

  • Frequently reported as OEM equipment on popular European crossovers and SUVs like the VW Tiguan, Audi Q5, and BMW X3.
  • Drivers of mid-sized SUVs (e.g., Ford Kuga, VW Tiguan) frequently highlighted cabin noise issues as a prominent drawback on highway drives.

5 published test appearances (1 in the score)

Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.

2017 Auto Bild Summer SUV tire Test · 235/50 R18

7th of 10
Best: Dry Handling · 3rd Weakest: Wet Braking · 7th
DisciplinePlacementField position
Wet Braking7th of 10
Wet Handling7th of 10
Dry Braking6th of 10
Dry Handling3rd of 10

Source: Auto Bild

2017 ADAC SUV Summer tire Test · 215/65 R16

13th of 15

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: ADAC

2013 Auto Review Sports SUV Summer Test · 255/55 R18

5th of 11

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Autoreview

2013 Auto Bild SUV / 4X4 tire Test · 235/65 R17

3rd of 9

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Auto Bild

2010 Auto Zeitung 4x4 tire Test · 255/55 r18

3rd of 8

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Auto Zeitung

Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport specs & sizes

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What owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of the scores above.

Community sentiment for the Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport is mixed, with users praising its dry and wet performance as well as smooth highway ride on select fitments. However, common complaints focus on excessive highway road noise and poor traction in winter or snow conditions. Additionally, some buyers question its value due to higher retail pricing compared to alternative brands.

Sentiment breakdown
Positive20%
Mixed10%
Negative40%
Neutral30%
Top themes
#Wet and dry traction#Highway road noise#Poor snow performance#Ride quality and comfort#Treadwear and durability#Price and value comparison

From 10 threads and comments.

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