Dunlop Winter Response 2 - Test Results

Test Statistics

15

Tests Completed

4^th

Average Position

1^st

Best Result

12^th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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Across 15 winter-focused tests, the Dunlop Winter Response 2 shows consistently strong all-round winter performance with standout results in snow and wet conditions, frequently finishing in the top tier and collecting multiple overall wins (1/52 in 2025 Autobild braking, 1/16 ADAC 2021, 1/16 ADAC 2019, 1/51 Autobild 2015). Snow braking and general snow grip are recurring highlights, and wet performance is often competitive, with notable braking/handling results. There is some size/test variability, with a few mid-pack ADAC outcomes (e.g., 12/15 in 2022, 9/15 in 2016), but the broader pattern is of a high-performing, efficient winter tyre.

The tyre's best test showings frequently combine strong snow results with competent wet braking/handling and balanced characteristics (including low fuel consumption mentioned by ADAC 2019). While not always class-leading in wet braking, it remains close to the front, and its overall consistency yields an excellent average position of 3.8 across demanding European tests.

Performance Strengths

Snow Performance Strong Details
• 3rd place snow braking (+1.5% from best) in 2025 Autobild (27.5 m, 3/32)
• ADAC overall wins with emphasis on strong snow: 1/16 in 2019; tied top performance in snow/ice/wet in 2021 (1/16)
Overall Test Results and Awards Strong Details
• Overall 1/52 in 2025 Autobild braking test
• ADAC overall wins: 1/16 (2019), 1/16 (2021); Autobild market overview 1/51 (2015)
Wet Weather Performance Moderate Details
• Wet braking 33.3 m (4/52, +8.8%) in 2025 Autobild
• Auto Bild 2015 noted Dunlop 'really shone' in wet handling and braking, beating summer tyre
Efficiency/Low Rolling Resistance Moderate Details
• ADAC 2019 cited 'low fuel consumption' alongside the test win (1/16)
Comfort/Noise Minor Details
• Auto Bild 2015: 'Dunlop proved to be the quietest of the top tyres'

Performance Weaknesses

Result Variability by Size/Test Moderate Details
• ADAC 2022: 12/15 in 185/65 R15
• ADAC 2016: 9/15 in 185/65 R15; Auto Zeitung 2013: 7/8 in 195/65 R15
Wet Braking Gap to Best Minor Details
• 2025 Autobild wet braking 4/52 but +8.8% behind best
• Occasional mid-pack placements suggest not always class-leading wet stopping

Performance Over Time

Test History

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