Relative Score (0–100): 60% professional tests, 40% owner reviews.
EfficientGrip Performance 2 is ahead, 83–69
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Tests 70 · 10 tests Owners 68 · 5,200 reviews
Best test result: #2 of 20 in 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test (subj. comfort)
“I have been using Dunlop Sport BluResponse on the W203 and the Kia and found them to be reasonably priced and good tyres all around. The W204 is still on Bridgstones, the ride is too harsh but whether that's due to the tyres or the W204 suspension remains to be seen.”
Tests 87 · 23 tests Owners 79 · 5,902 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 11 in 2021 Sport Auto Summer Tyre Test (noise)
“Advice on new tyres So my car got stolen (RIP) and I bought a 16' MB c200d with rears 245/40r18 Its time to change them and I don't know what to do. A/S are not needed because snow is very rare in central Spain. Winter temperatures range between 0-10°C and summer range from 30 to 40. As I drive 25-30000 km per year I especially value wet performance and durability (Minimum 35-40000 km). The problem is, the tyres that would fit perfectlly to me are not available in this size (GY efficient grip performance 2 -best tyres i've ever had- and Michelin Primacy 5). What i've seen is Firestone (both roadhawk 2 and roadhawk sport), continental PC7, GY assy 6, Michelin PS5, bridgestone T6, Dunlop sport TG, kormoran/tigar/Taurus summer 2, nexen sport, hancook (Ventus evo 137 and Ventus prime 4) and kumho ps72. Even though It would be nice to save some money, i'm worried about losing rear grip when wet (its my first rwd) so its not important. What would you pick? Read more”
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
| Source | Sport BluResponse | EfficientGrip Performance 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 78 | 80 |
| Reviews found online | 73 | 80 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 96% | 81% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 99% | 99% |
| Source | Sport BluResponse | EfficientGrip Performance 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 74 | 82 |
| Reviews found online | 75 | 81 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 83% | 93% |
| Wet Braking - Concrete (% of best) | 88% | 85% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 94% | 97% |
| Source | Sport BluResponse | EfficientGrip Performance 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 80 | 84 |
| Reviews found online | 71 | 77 |
| Source | Sport BluResponse | EfficientGrip Performance 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 56 | 81 |
| Source | Sport BluResponse | EfficientGrip Performance 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 59 | 100 |
| Reviews found online | 53 | 78 |
| Source | Sport BluResponse | EfficientGrip Performance 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews found online | 69 | 79 |
| Category | Dunlop Sport BluResponse | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 69 | 83 |
| Dry | 76 | 80 |
| Wet | 75 | 82 |
| Comfort | 76 | 81 |
| Noise | 60 | 75 |
| Treadwear | 57 | 91 |
| Handling | 69 | 79 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
Wet grip and treadwear start at “Important” — the two things buyers rank highest. Move the sliders and the scores update instantly.
Sport BluResponse
EfficientGrip Performance 2
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Sport BluResponse | EfficientGrip Performance 2 | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curved Aquaplaning | Curved | 93% #5/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | 98% #4/10 · 2024 Motorhome Summer Tyre Test | −5.3 | Different tests |
| Dry Braking | Dry | 96% #15/55 · 2024 Summer Tyre Market Overview | 81% #5/6 · 2024 ACE/ARBÖ/GTÜ Summer Tire Test R17 | +14.5 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 99% #13/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | 99% #7/21 · 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | −0.3 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 96% #3/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 98% #2/7 · 2025 Motor Low Rolling Resistance (AA) Tyre Test | −1.4 | Different tests |
| Fuel Consumption | Fuel | 96% #24/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 98% #4/16 · 2024 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | −1.8 | Different tests |
| Abrasion | Other | 43% #32/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 93% #2/16 · 2024 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | −49.3 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 96% #18/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 100% #1/11 · 2021 Sport Auto Summer Tyre Test | −3.6 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 77% #14/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 71% #3/10 · 2022 ViBilagare Eco vs Normal Tyre Test | +5.1 | Different tests |
| Value | Other | 60% #16/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | 100% #1/21 · 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | −39.6 | Different tests |
| Wear | Other | 70% #16/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 100% #1/15 · 2021 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 205/55 R16 | −30.5 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 50% #2/11 · 2015 Auto Express Tyre Test | 50% #2/7 · 2025 Motor Low Rolling Resistance (AA) Tyre Test | 0.0 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 96% #5/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 95% #12/16 · 2024 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | +0.8 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 100% #2/20 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test | 90% #3/10 · 2020 Teknikens 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test | +10.0 | Different tests |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 77% #9/20 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test | 92% #5/6 · 2024 ACE/ARBÖ/GTÜ Summer Tire Test R17 | −15.6 | Different tests |
| Subj. Wet Handling | Subj | 49% #9/20 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test | 88% #2/6 · 2024 ACE/ARBÖ/GTÜ Summer Tire Test R17 | −38.6 | Different tests |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Total | 0% #6/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | 0% #1/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | 0.0 | Same test |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 83% #31/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 93% #7/10 · 2024 Motorhome Summer Tyre Test | −10.3 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking - Concrete | Wet | 88% #26/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 85% #6/16 · 2026 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | +2.8 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 94% #8/20 · 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test | 97% #14/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | −3.1 | Different tests |
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Community sentiment toward the Dunlop Sport BluResponse is consistently positive, with users praising its grip in both dry and wet conditions, longevity, and quiet ride. It is frequently regarded as a well-rounded and reasonably priced tire with attractive specifications, though some users note limited availability in certain regions like the US.
Based on 6 community posts
Community opinion on the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is largely positive, with users frequently praising its exceptional wet performance, high durability, and overall comfort. Some users note that its soft sidewalls can make it feel less sharp during spirited cornering, but it remains a top choice for efficiency, braking, and longevity.
“17" Goodyear efficient grip performance 2 small leak Hi, On my VW Touran 2019, 1.5 TSI, 17" alu oem wheels I have set Goodyear efficient grip performance 2 . There is a small leak lets say the pressure goes fro m 2.5psi to 2 psi in approx 7-10 days. The VW tpms warns me usually every 2-3 weeks. Those are summer tires, I just removed them for swapping with winter ones and I haven't cleaned them yet. They are quite dirty at the moment. The leaking one, pictured, was in the front this year, I switch them front/back every year. In my opinion it can do one last year (next summer) in the back. How would you fix the leak? I read those slime sprays damages the tire internally over time, but them its really approaching end of life fast in my opinion... I did visual inspection, I really dont see anything except maybe 1or two very tiny mark that could have been a nail puncture or something but its nothing sure... Maybe soap+ water? Thanks for hints. Ps: I have the tool somewhere for the indicator measurement, I cant find it right now.”
“Hankook ventus prime 4 VS Goodyear efficientgrip performance 2 I cannot decide between these two tires for ages now. Customer reviews seem all over the place. I drive a tuned volkswagen polo mk6 2020. I need something that inspires confidence for spirited driving in corners with good stability, mainly dry handling and braking but also relatively comfortable. So far I've learned that the goodyear is more comfortable, better in the wet, better at braking but extremely lousy in handling because of the soft sidewalls. Can someone that has used the EGP2 confirm those claims or are they exaggerating. Base spec polos are known for a harsh ride and I live in the balkans. The roads are full of potholes and sometimes you can't even drive around them. specs: 195/55R16 87V”
“17" Goodyear efficient grip performance 2 small leak identified Hi, On my VW Touran 2019, 1.5 TSI, 17" alu oem wheels I have set Goodyear efficient grip performance 2 . There is a small leak lets say the pressure goes fro m 2.5psi to 2 psi in approx 7-10 days. The VW tpms warns me usually every 2-3 weeks. Im posting a new topic as I cant seem to upload pictures on the other one... Thanks to some help here I found the leak. See the pictures. I have no idea what is that roundish shape it seems smooth/rubbery and the hole clearly come from inside it. What now? Slime bottle? Glue? Or this thing that goes inside like a tire repair kit with the kind of rope thingy? Thanks!”
Based on 9 community posts
| Attribute | A · Dunlop Sport BluResponse | B · Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer | Summer |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 28 | 35 |
| Rim diameters | 14″ – 17″ | 15″ – 21″ |
| Tread depth | — | 8/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 300 A - AA A |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall - Raised Black Lettering |
| Max pressure | — | 50 psi |
Dunlop Sport BluResponse
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
Winner: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 — better treadwear, noise and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scores 91 vs 57 on treadwear.
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scores 75 vs 60 on noise.
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scores 79 vs 69 on handling.
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scores 82 vs 75 on wet.
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Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.
