Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT - Test Results

Test Statistics

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Tests Completed

5^th

Average Position

2^nd

Best Result

7^th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT delivers consistently solid upper-midfield to podium results, with standout performances in 2010 across mixed disciplines and slightly weaker showings in the 2011 test season. It shows a balanced capability in both wet and dry conditions, complemented by efficiency and wear strengths in broader comparative tests. However, results dipped to mid-pack in several 2011 UHP/max-performance evaluations, indicating variability versus newer competitors.
Overall, the tire's pattern is of well-rounded performance with notable highlights in large, rigorous 2010 tests (including two 2nd-place finishes), strong steering precision and handling, and credible efficiency. Its main weakness is inconsistency year-to-year, landing outside the top five in multiple 2011 tests.

Performance Strengths

Overall Competitiveness Strong Details
• 2/16 overall in 2010 European Summer Tire Test
• 2/6 overall in 2010 Autocar Tire Test - RWD
• 3/14 overall in 2011 Auto Zeitung Max Performance Tire Test
Wet and Dry Handling/Steering Precision Strong Details
• 2010 AMS Premium Brand: "Good manageable, sporty handling on wet and dry, high steering precision" (150/200 points)
• 2010 European Test: described as "great in the wet and dry"
Dry Performance Moderate Details
• 2010 Auto Express: "placed 4th with its strong dry performance"
• 2010 AMS Premium Brand: strong dry handling noted (Dry sub-scores 71/79)
Efficiency and Wear Moderate Details
• 2010 European Test: "low wear and low fuel consumption"
• Average overall 4.5 with notes of efficiency advantages in large comparative test

Performance Weaknesses

Aquaplaning/Wet Resistance Margins Moderate Details
• 2010 Auto Express context highlighted rivals dropping due to poor aquaplaning; Dunlop's strengths were dry-focused, implying less standout aquaplaning
• 2011 mid-pack wet/dry mix results: 7/10 (Auto Express 2011), 7/10 (Autobild 2011)
Consistency Across Test Years Strong Details
• 2011 Auto Express UHP: 7/10
• 2011 Autobild Max Performance: 7/10
• 2011 AMS UHP: 6/11

Performance Over Time

Test History

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2011 Auto Express Ultra High Performance Tire Test

2011
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2

The now dated Dunlop Sport Maxx TT had a â€œmiddle of the roadâ€ performance, not excelling in any area but not failing in any area other than rolling resistance. The replacement to the Du...

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