Dunlop SP Sport FM800 Owner Reviews

What owners say summarised from 54 reviews

Dry and wet grip are the strongest themes for the Dunlop SP Sport FM800, praised by 30 and 25 of 49 owners respectively. The 54 reviews average 79.6%, with 45 positive, six neutral and three negative. Value attracts 18 favourable comments and none negative, while low noise is praised 15 times against four complaints. Tread life is more variable, with nine favourable and four critical comments, including later-life accounts of both long service and early replacement. A small minority describe grip declining as it wears, but repeat-owner experiences do not show a consistent deterioration pattern. Comfort and dry handling also receive several positive mentions, supporting the generally favourable everyday impression.

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Owner ratings averaged from 63 ratings

Owner score 83%
Dry Grip 87%
Wet Grip 85%
Handling 83%
Wear 83%
Comfort 83%
Road Feedback 78%

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90%

Member August 10, 2020

Volkswagen Classic 1.9 TDI
195/55 R15 V
1,000 miles
A Combination of Roads
Average

Relley good Tyre very happy as good for it price

90%

Member November 17, 2019

Audi
205/55 R16 V
1,000 miles
A Combination of Roads
Average

The dry grip is exceptional! You can take bends at much higher speeds compared to other tyres.The wet grip is just as good,there is no sign of aquaplaning and I love the thread depth aswell.I find the rolling resistance to be a bit high but it doesn't really bother me that much. Overall a top class tyre for the money.

67%

Member October 31, 2019

Toyota Corolla Altis
195/65 R15 V
30 miles
A Combination of Roads
Average

This is my initial review, as I have just driven 45 kilometres uptil now. This tyre was recommended to me by my friend at TyreMall GT Road, Islamabad Pakistan. He recommended me CC6 and FM800. My requirements were the following:

1. Long tread life
2. Less Road noise
3. Moderate Comfort
4. Good Grip performance

I didn't go for CC6 as it has very soft sidewalls and terrible grip in wet. Also treadwear in CC6 is high. So I went for FM800. Got a very good price for them (52 USD/tyre approx, 195-65-15R 91V, Made in South Africa).
Earlier I used my factory fitted General Eurostars for 40,000 kms and believe me they were terrible. Huge Road noise, very hard tyres and zero comfort.

As an initial review for Dunlop SP Sport FM 800 (keeping air pressure 30 psi), the road noise has reduced by 30% on town roads, and by 50-50% on Highway/Motorway well-paved roads, as compared to my previous set of tyres. The tyres are not soft, so the hardness as compared to previous tyres is more or less the same. Grip of this tyre is the plus point. So far haven't tested it much, but the vehicle feels in total control. Road feedback is also decent.

But since this is my initial review and I just got them day before yesterday, so haven't tested them to the full. I got the wheels balanced, but alignment is still left to be done and the tyres are also in break-in, so I expect to give better reviews at 1000 kms.

Till then, if you have any questions, you may mail me at [email protected] if you have any queries.

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79%

Member October 14, 2019

Mitsubishi Magna VRX
235/45 R17 V
19,000 miles
Mostly Town
Spirited

I've been driving with these tyres for near 30,000km now after being reccomend them by a rep. I was a little hesitant at first, but was glad I took their advice. I have always felt confident in wet and dry with this tyre. It grips and brakes well, with no suprises. Over the life of it so far this hasn't faded noticeably which makes them a great choice if you want consistency. I find they provide immense stopping power in the final part of braking, with them gripping up better and hauling the car up fast.

93%

Member October 8, 2019

Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 jtdm 200hp
225/50 R17 W
800 miles
A Combination of Roads
Average

I just reviewed it on 1st 10 km and now after 1000km i can say best tires i ever got.its better than michelin primacy 3 and for 60% cheaper.it goes up in pressure psi and goes down by only 1 psi after garage rest overnight in tropical Mauritius.100 % as buy again.infact i just wish i had the money right now to buy 2 rear fm800.i have hankook v12 evo 2 on and will change them in 2 to 3 months.Thanks Dunlop !

86%

Member October 1, 2019

Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 jtdm 200hp
225/45 R17 W
A Combination of Roads
Average

Better than michelin primacy 3 bridgestone GR90 and hankook V12 evo 2 that it replaces.and cheaper than those above.bought 2 front and had camber and alignment done.try it you wont regret it.

90%

Member September 19, 2019

Nissan Np200 dci
195/60 R15
A Combination of Roads
Spirited

Brilliant in wet weather. Aquaplaning is almost none existent... thereabouts 55000km with aggressive driving/braking and terrible roads. 10/10 will buy again.

97%

Member April 5, 2019

MINI Cooper S Works
225/45 R17
40 miles
A Combination of Roads
Average

My wif's Mini Cooper S Convertable had Pirelli Tyres prior to the Dunlop..
Dunlop definately "Value for Money"
Now fitting them to my Audi A3 ....

100%

Member April 2, 2019

Toyota Corolla Altis
205/65 R15 V
25,000 miles
A Combination of Roads
Average

I instaled these tyres on my C2016 a while ago switching from Michelin Energy XM2, i found these tyres upto their reputation, dry grip is amazing i dont feel like loosing grip on (M2) motorway-bends at 140kmph which was there of previous tyres and even the wet grip during winter monsoon was surprisingly good aswell. I feel in total control of my car.

The rubber compound is very soft and my car gives a very plush feeling in daily driving, road feedback is very smooth and soundless drive.

Even after 40000kms the tread is totally intact and can easily last upto 80000kms plus.

I would definitely buy them again.

91%

Member March 14, 2019

Volkswagen 2009 Mk1 Golf Rox 1.4i
195/50 R15
4,000 miles
A Combination of Roads
Average

Awesome grip on both wet and dry and cornering is also a breeze. Will highly recommend buying then.

83%

Member February 8, 2019

Citroën C5
225/55 R17 W
15,000 miles
A Combination of Roads
Spirited

Impressive performance for the first year. Especially on wet. After 20.000-25.000 km covered, rubber becomes harder and performance on wet and dry becomes worse. When compared to others in terms of price/performance, this tyre is a good mid class option for passenger cars.