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Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV

Ultra High Performance Summer

The Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV is a Ultra High Performance Summer tire designed to be fitted to SUV and 4x4s.

The quick answer

Owners say 72% from 3 owner reviews Read the reviews
Tests say 3rd average finish across 2 independent tests Latest: P2 of 10 · 2020 See every test
Strengths & weaknesses Wet, Dry Value Relative to its rivals across every test we hold

Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tire - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated January 2025.

  • 3owner reviews
  • 12,000miles driven
  • 2professional tests
  • 33sizes available
Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV 1 photos

Tire Reviews Score

Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV

8.3/10

Better than 72% of summer tires

  • Limited Confidence
  • 1 test
  • 3 owner reviews
Scores of the 406 summer tires we have tested

How this score is built

Better than Weight
Independent tests1 test · 1 publication · 2020 72% 100%
Owner reviewsFewer than 5 reviews, so they do not count yet – 0%
Combined 72% 8.3

A fixed curve turns the combined figure into the 0 to 10 score, so roughly the top 10% of a group score 9 or more.

Category by category

How it compares with other summer tires in each area, and how much each area counts. 50 is the middle of the group.

Category Better than Weight Tests
WetBraking, handling and aquaplaning in the wet 85% 44% 1
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 79% 40% 1
ValueWear, efficiency and cost 7% 9% 1
ComfortNoise and ride comfort 24% 7% 1

Faded bars rest on one or two tests.

By discipline

The same results grouped by what the tire was doing. They are not counted a second time.

BrakingEvery braking test, on any surface 86% 1
HandlingEvery handling test, on any surface 76% 1

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 85% of the test figure. The other 15% is the average for its group, and it shrinks as more tests arrive.

High needs at least 3 tests, with its own results deciding 90% or more. Medium needs 2 tests and 70%. Anything less is Limited: expect the number to move as tests arrive.

The tests behind it

Only measured results count. A test that published its placings alone is listed, but not scored.

  1. 2020 2020 SUV 4x4 Summer Tire Test Auto Bild · 255/55 R18 P2 / 10
  2. 2019 2019 Auto Express SUV Tire Test Auto Express · 235/50 R18 P3 / 8 Placing only
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Tested 2 times by independent publications, the Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV averages a finish of 3rd.

2 Tests
0 Test Wins
3rd Average
2nd Best
3rd Worst
The latest test

2020 SUV 4x4 Summer Tire Test P2 of 10

Strong: Dry Braking, Wet Braking, Wet Handling, Gravel Handling, Mud Traction Weak: Rolling Resistance Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV

YearTestResultAward
20202020 SUV 4x4 Summer Tire TestAuto Bild · 255/55 R18P2 / 10
20192019 Auto Express SUV Tire TestAuto Express · 235/50 R18P3 / 8
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Dimensions & Label Scores
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Size Range29 sizes available

215-315Width35-65Profile17-21Rim97-112 V-YLoad/Speed Index2021First On Market

EU LabelAcross 29 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Noise

70-73dB

Popular sizes235/55 R18235/65 R17
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV in the wet?
Across the 1 wet-braking test it has featured in, the Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV stops 1.2% shorter than premium rivals, 10.5% shorter than mid-range rivals and 29.6% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 85/100, and owners rate it 6.7/10 in the wet from 3 reviews.
How good is the Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV in the dry?
Across the 1 dry-braking test it has featured in, the Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV stops 0.6% shorter than premium rivals, 4.4% shorter than mid-range rivals and 15.1% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 79/100, and owners rate it 8.3/10 in the dry from 3 reviews.
How fuel efficient is the Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV?
Across the 1 test measuring rolling resistance, the Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV's rolling resistance is 4.1% higher than premium rivals, 11.3% higher than mid-range rivals and 0.1% higher than budget rivals.
What is the Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, A for wet grip and 71 dB for noise.
What sizes does the Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV come in?
The Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV is available in 33 sizes, ranging from 215-315/35-65 R17-21.
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What owners say

Across 3 owner ratings the Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV averages 72%. Owners rate Handling highest at 8.7 out of 10 and Wear lowest at 4.

Owner ratings averaged from 3 ratings

  • Owner score 72%
  • Handling 87%
  • Dry Grip 83%
  • Road Feedback 83%
  • Comfort 80%
  • Wet Grip 67%
  • Wear 40%

All 3 Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV reviews

Score spread across 3 written reviews
49%
Member
They tire did deform in few months constant driving, no holes on the road to get.. Bought 4 and 3 of them have deformed and the vibrations are felt on stering but also by passengers. On the balance machine it is visible better how the rotation is not correct. Made videos with my phone on each tire - as have them under replacement procedure now by dealer. So, nice tire if it does not get deformed. It is quiet one, good handling on dry. Not so good on wet, loosing grip cornering. But deformed, is unacceptable, will not buy again. My car is suv approx 2000kg. Maybe for lighter car is not an issue. No clue.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Wet Grip 3
  • Road Feedback 6
  • Handling 7
  • Wear 4
  • Comfort 6
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 854
95%
Member
  • Honda CRV
  • 235/65 R17 V
  • 1,000 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Average
I wanted a cheaper alternative to michelin pilot sport 4 and pirelli so I have recently had the Dunlops fitted I immediately noticed how quiet the road noise is with the Dunlops and the grip levels in dry conditions and especially wet considering February this year broke records for rainfall in UK these tires inspire confidence particularly on roads with poor drainage and braking inspires confidence too the ride feels quite stiff or taut but not uncomfortable and for the price I feel Dunlop offer an excellent alternative to my previous favorite brands but how they wear will determine if they are truly value for money over Michelin or the pirelli brands
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 10
  • Handling 10
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 856
87%
Member
  • Lexus RX300
  • 235/55 R18 V
  • 7,000 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Average
The tires are fitted on a SUV 4x4 permanent. 2.2 bar front and rear.
Usual use of the car is out side of the town, highways etc. Usually the car is stopped and there is a risk of deformation of the tires, even if the usual stop is 2-3 days, sometimes even 2 weeks. Not sure about their resistance on deformation due to not daily use !

Pros.
Very quiet at any speed, good handling, predictable, never drifted on dry road, drifting on wet and very predictable so no surprises.
Cons. Have some vibrations, not sure the reason, if the tires got deformed or other reason, just to have some attention in this direction in case you do not drive daily.
Was not ready for the first snow yesterday, absolutely avoid driving with those in snow. zero handling in downhill no braking effect at all, quite dangerous. Of course those are for summer use, so not to consider this as negative aspect of the tire, just wanted to warn you :)
good luck
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 9
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 947

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