GREAT TYRES - GREAT PRICES
+ TRUSTED EXPERT FITTING
From step one, to step done. Simply a better experience for tyre replacement.
Prices Include Fitting, Balancing and Eco Tax
GREAT TYRES - GREAT PRICES
+ TRUSTED EXPERT FITTING
From step one, to step done. Simply a better experience for tyre replacement.
Prices Include Fitting, Balancing and Eco Tax
Dunlop SP Sport BluResponse: High Performance, No Compromise.. 17"
102,00 € - 245,00 €
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Quick Guide to Markings & Features
- XL: Extra Load – Reinforced tyre for heavier vehicles and higher air pressure.
- MFS: Rim Guard – A built-in protector to help prevent alloy wheel kerbing.
- LRR: Low Rolling Resistance – Specialized compound for improved fuel economy and lower CO2.
- ★ / AO / MO / J / VW: Original Equipment – Specifically tuned for BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Jaguar, or Volkswagen factory standards.
Popular Vehicles for these 17" Sizes
These 17-inch sizes are commonly found on performance and premium models in Ireland, offering enhanced handling and aesthetics over 16-inch options:
- Audi A3 / A4 / TT: Common fitment for premium compacts and sports cars, utilizing the AO-marked tyres.
- BMW 1 & 3 Series: Popular choice for drivers seeking enhanced handling, grip, and the specific BMW-approved 'star' marking.
- Volkswagen Golf GTI / Passat: Often specified in 17" for a balance of comfort and sportiness.
- Mercedes-Benz C-Class: Executive saloons that can benefit from a quiet ride and safety features, using the MO fitments.
- Ford Focus ST-Line / Mondeo: Performance and family models that use wider 17" options for improved road holding.
- Skoda Octavia VRS / Superb: Practical yet sporty vehicles requiring robust, high-performance tyres.
Summer Tyres & The Irish Climate
Summer tyres use specialized hard compounds for maximum dry/wet precision above 7°C. In Ireland’s mild climate, enthusiasts prefer the Dunlop SP Sport BluResponse for its uncompromising high-speed stability and shorter braking distances, though All-Season options remain popular for those seeking year-round "peace of mind."
Load Rating: Maximum Weight Capacity Explained
The load index is a numerical code representing the maximum weight in kgs that a single tyre can safely carry. To ensure safety, the combined capacity of all four tyres must exceed the vehicle’s total weight when fully loaded.
Speed Rating: Maximum Velocity Explained
Represented by a letter, the speed rating indicates the maximum kph a tyre can maintain over a prolonged period. Higher speed ratings are engineered to handle the heat and stresses generated at faster speeds more effectively.
Quick Reference Guide
- Check your requirements: You can find the specific requirements for your vehicle on the tyre information plate (usually located on the driver-side door pillar) or in the owner's manual.
- Replacement rule: It is vital never to fit a tyre with a lower load index or speed rating than those recommended by the manufacturer.
- Common Ratings: Standard ratings include T (190 kph), H (210 kph), and V (240 kph). You can view a full conversion table below..
Most Popular 17" Dunlop SP Sport BluResponse Sizes
- 205, 45, R17, 88V, XL, MFS
- 205, 50, R17, 89V, ★ (BMW)
- 205, 50, R17, 93W, XL, J (Jaguar)
- 205, 55, R17, 95V, XL, LRR, VW (Volkswagen)
- 215, 50, R17, 95V, XL
- 215, 55, R17, 94W
- 215, 55, R17, 98W, XL, AO (Audi)
- 225, 45, R17, 91W
- 225, 45, R17, 94V, XL
- 225, 50, R17, 94W, MO (Mercedes-Benz)
- 225, 50, R17, 98V, XL, MFS
- 225, 55, R17, 101W, XL
