Securing fourth place with a commendable score of 1.5, the Dunlop Winter Sport 5 shines in wet conditions, matching the performance of some summer tires. It delivers excellent wet handling and precise steering response, making it a dependable choice for rainy days. While its snow performance is average, it stands out as the most affordable option in the "Exemplary" group, priced around €845 per set. The only drawback is a slightly higher rolling resistance, but if you're looking for top-notch wet-weather capabilities without a premium price tag, this tire fits the bill.

The Dunlop Winter Sport 5 secures fifth place with excellent snow performance, delivering short braking distances on both wet and dry roads. It also offers a comfortable ride and low rolling resistance, making it a strong contender in winter conditions. However, its dry handling tends to understeer, which may be a consideration for drivers seeking more precise control on dry surfaces. Despite this, the tire remains a solid option with a balance of comfort and performance across various winter terrains.

The Dunlop Winter Sport 5 (91 H) earned a "good" rating and placed seventh in the winter tire test. With an EU label of C/B/B and a noise level of 71 dB, it is priced around €380 per set. This tire delivered excellent performance on snow and ice, showing strong traction, braking, and handling capabilities. However, in wet conditions, its grip was somewhat limited, especially in braking, though hydroplaning resistance and handling remained solid. On dry roads, the Dunlop Winter Sport 5 offered a balanced drive, with good comfort and noise levels. Its standout features include impressive durability and low rolling resistance, making it an economical choice for long-term use. The slightly reduced wet grip is its main drawback, but overall, it's a dependable tire for winter driving.

The Dunlop Winter Sport 5 showcased solid performance across various surfaces, securing a strong safety rating. On dry roads, it provided precise steering and remained stable during sudden maneuvers, ensuring reliable handling. While its braking distances were decent, it truly excelled in wet handling, despite only average results in longitudinal hydroplaning resistance. On snow, the tire demonstrated impressive braking and traction, allowing for controlled navigation through challenging conditions. Its efficiency, supported by a long tread life and low rolling resistance, makes it an ideal option for those looking for a dependable winter tire. No significant weaknesses were observed, making it a well-rounded choice for winter driving.

Safety Verdict: The Dunlop Winter Sport 5 delivers mixed results across different conditions. On dry roads, it lacks the precision and feedback needed for confident handling, leading to below-average control and stability during sudden maneuvers. Its braking performance also falls short in this category. In wet conditions, the tire shows a solid but unremarkable performance, with good aquaplaning resistance and handling, though braking could be improved. Where the Winter Sport 5 shines is on snow. It delivers impressive traction and short stopping distances, demonstrating excellent control and predictability on winter roads. On ice, however, it just misses a higher score, indicating room for improvement in extreme cold conditions.

Environmental Verdict: The Dunlop Winter Sport 5 scores well in terms of environmental impact. It offers high mileage, low tread wear, and good fuel efficiency due to its lightweight construction, making it a sustainable choice for those who prioritize longevity and lower emissions.

The Dunlop Winter Sport 5 tires are commendable for their durability and strong performance in snow conditions. Their service life is noteworthy, indicating a good return on investment. However, the tires fall short in braking performance on dry pavement, an aspect that could be enhanced for better overall efficiency.

Dunlops exhibit commendable dry terrain management and impressive ice braking. Their wet performance might need some tweaks, but their overall winter conditions efficacy, coupled with longevity and fuel economy, keeps them in good stead.

Pros:

• Dry pavement proficiency
• Noteworthy winter conditions performance
• Longevity
• Weight benefits
• Economic fuel consumption

Cons:

• Compromised wet performance

The Dunlop Winter Sport 5 emerges as a formidable contender in tire performance, demonstrating exceptional control and safety on dry roads, particularly during critical maneuvers like evasive actions and high-speed braking. Its proficiency extends to wet conditions, where it excels in handling and braking, ensuring precise steering. In snowy and icy conditions, the tire continues to impress with above-average performance in braking, acceleration, and handling. The environmental impact is also a highlight, with the tire scoring well in terms of predicted mileage, low abrasion, and fuel efficiency.

Snow professional with stable driving characteristics on wet and dry roads, good traction and precise handling on snow, good mileage. High price.

Well-balanced performance, no prominent issues found. Invariably good results in any conditions. Particularly good snow performance. Low fuel consumption. Low wear. Good.

Respectable results in the aquaplaning tests aside, Dunlop’s Winter Sport 5 offering is slipping behind newer rivals.

The Dunlop Winter Sport 5 model occupied the eighth line of the tournament bracket.
Pros: dynamic performance and efficient braking on wet and snow-covered surfaces, good ride comfort.
Cons: delayed steering response, limited mileage.

Excellent performance on snowy roads, short wet and dry braking distances, good comfort, low rolling resistance. Understeering dry handling.

Positive: Consistent performance in most tests with good aquaplaning resistance, good traction in the snow.
Negative: Slow dry handling lap, high external noise, high rolling resistance.

Good balance of performance. Good performance on dry and wet surfaces. Excellent snow performance. Low fuel consumption.

Well-balanced performance. Crisp steering response in any conditions.

Tires combine low rolling resistance, which affects fuel consumption, with high grip on wet surfaces.

Positive: the winter king with the best performance on snow. Large safety reserves with aquaplaning, precise steering behavior, dynamic wet handling.
Negative: slightly longer dry braking distances.

A reasonable performance, but the Dunlop range is beginning to show its age. Good on snow, but braking a concern elsewhere. Fuel economy and comfort impress but we hope a Winter Sport 6 is in the pipeline.

Positive: the winter king with the best performance on snow. Large safety reserves with aquaplaning, precise steering behavior, dynamic wet handling.
Negative: slightly longer dry braking distances.
Verdict: good.

Very balanced tires. Good on dry, wet and snow-covered roads. Low fuel consumption and wear.

Pros: Well-balanced performance with impressive handling response on snow, high hydroplaning safety margin, good riding comfort.
Cons: Increased braking distance on wet pavement, expensive price.

The fourth line in the final standings was occupied by Dunlop Winter Sport 5. These tires were praised for great performance on all types of surfaces and high level of safety even in the most unfavorable conditions. Thoroughly recommended.

Quiet and fuel efficient tires, dependable on snow.

The Dunlop Winter Sport 5 model was only able to score the 16th place. All this considering the fact that the Auto Bild expert team called it a «snow expert», doing justice to its grip and braking performance.The tire’s high hydroplaning resistance also did not pass unnoticed, just as its being prone to understeer in wet and dry tests, as well as the braking distance on dry pavement, which was a little longer than it should have been.

Exemplary premium tire without drawbacks, stable during any conditions, accurate steering response with good feedback.

Very balanced winter tires, especially good on snowy roads, very good on dry and wet roads.

The Dunlop Winter Sport 5 seems more comfortable in 17" than 16", taking third place overall. Winning snow handling, and close enough in the other snow tests, the Dunlop was also close in the dry. A quiet tire with a low rolling resistance.

Premium winter tyre with balanced performance, good handling in the snow and wet, short wet braking distances. Average mileage.

A very balanced winter tyre with top marks in the wet. Good in the dry, and on snow and ice. Low fuel consumption.

Very balanced, especially good on wet and snow, good on dry and icy roads, low fuel consumption.