Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 vs Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
In this article we will be looking at independent tire test data, and real world driver reviews of the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 and the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 to find out which tire is best for your own driving.
There are a few basic differences between the two tires. The Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 is an Max-Performance Summer tire designed to be fitted to Passenger-Cars, and the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 is an Ultra-High-Performance Summer tire designed to be fitted to Passenger-Cars
Test Results
Independent comparison tire tests are the best source of data to get tire information from, and the good news is there have been eleven tests which compare both tires directly!
| Tire | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 | six | |
| Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 | five |
While it might look like the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 is better than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tires are very complicated objects which means where one tire is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tires compare across multiple tire test categories.
Dry Braking
Looking at data from ten tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during ten dry braking tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 stopped the vehicle in 2.07% less distance than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Dry Braking: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
See how the Dry Braking winner was calculated >>
Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during one dry handling [s] tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was 0.43% faster around a lap than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from four tire tests, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 was better during three dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 was 0.76% faster around a lap than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
See how the Dry Handling winner was calculated >>
Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during one subj. dry handling tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 scored 15.75% more points than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
See how the Subj. Dry Handling winner was calculated >>
Wet Braking
Looking at data from eleven tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during eight wet braking tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 stopped the vehicle in 2.91% less distance than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Wet Braking: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
See how the Wet Braking winner was calculated >>
Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 stopped the vehicle in 1.04% less distance than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
See how the Wet Braking - Concrete winner was calculated >>
Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 was better during one wet handling [s] tests. On average the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 was 2.47% faster around a wet lap than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
See how the Wet Handling winner was calculated >>
Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from four tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during one wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was 0.03% faster around a wet lap than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
See how the Wet Handling winner was calculated >>
Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 was better during one subj. wet handling tests. On average the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 scored 22.56% more points than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
See how the Subj. Wet Handling winner was calculated >>
Wet Circle
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was 0.27% faster around a wet circle than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Wet Circle: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
See how the Wet Circle winner was calculated >>
Straight Aqua
Looking at data from six tire tests, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 was better during five straight aqua tests. On average the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 floated at a 1.52% higher speed than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Straight Aqua: Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
See how the Straight Aqua winner was calculated >>
Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from four tire tests, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 was better during four curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 slipped out at a 12.57% higher speed than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
See how the Curved Aquaplaning winner was calculated >>
Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during one subj. comfort tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 scored 1.41% more points than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
See how the Subj. Comfort winner was calculated >>
Noise
Looking at data from six tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during six noise tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 measured 1.81% quieter than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Noise: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
See how the Noise winner was calculated >>
Wear
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 was better during two wear tests. On average the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 is predicted to cover 3.33% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Wear: Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
See how the Wear winner was calculated >>
Value
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during four value tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 proved to have a 14.64% better value based on price/1000km than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Value: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
See how the Value winner was calculated >>
Price
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 was better during three price tests. On average the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 cost 21.02% less than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Price: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
See how the Price winner was calculated >>
Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 was better during three rolling resistance tests. On average the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 had a 2.64% lower rolling resistance than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
See how the Rolling Resistance winner was calculated >>
Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 and Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 performed equally well in fuel consumption tests.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Both tires performed equally well
See how the Fuel Consumption winner was calculated >>
Abrasion
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 lost 3.66% less particle wear matter than the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2.
Best In Abrasion: Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
See how the Abrasion winner was calculated >>
Real World Driver Reviews
Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 Driver Reviews
Most drivers find the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 confidence-inspiring with strong wet and dry grip, low noise, and good comfort, often noting solid aquaplaning resistance and decent wear for the category. However, many report soft sidewalls leading to vague or wobbly handling and reduced precision, and a minority cite rapid performance drop-off as they wear or isolated build issues. Overall sentiment skews positive given the large number of high-scoring reviews.
Based on 92 reviews with an average rating of 77%
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 Driver Reviews
For the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2, most high-scoring reviews praise strong dry and wet grip, predictable handling, acceptable comfort for some, and excellent value. However, a significant portion of mid/low-scoring reviews report fast shoulder wear, durability/quality issues, and higher noise/harshness, especially over time. Overall sentiment is mixed but leans slightly positive due to several very high-rated performance-focused reviews, while longevity and refinement remain common concerns.
Based on 17 reviews with an average rating of 70%
Conclusion
In conclusion the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 performed better in dry handling [km/h], wet braking - concrete, wet handling [s], subj. wet handling, straight aqua, curved aquaplaning, wear, rolling resistance and abrasion, while the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 performed better in dry braking, dry handling [s], subj. dry handling, wet braking, wet handling [km/h], wet circle, subj. comfort, noise, value and price.
Interestingly, both tires performed equally well in dry handling, wet handling and fuel consumption, showing that they are closely matched in these areas.
Which tire is best for you depends a lot on your driving style and situation, plus what you want from the tire. Comparing all the data in the tire reviews database, on balance Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 seems to be the best tire overall.
However, it's important to note that both tires have their strengths.
Remember, the best tire for you might depend on which of these factors are most important for your specific driving needs and conditions.
Overall Winner: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
Based on the tire test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tire has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tire buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tire industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tires in the same test.
Why is this important? Tire testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tire test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tire tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tire Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tire comparison, Tire Reviews doesn't.