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Fulda SportControl 2

Replaces the Fulda SportControl

The Fulda SportControl 2 is a comfortable and quiet mid-range summer tire with solid everyday dry grip, stable handling and good resistance to aquaplaning. It offers strong efficiency and decent value, making it appealing for drivers who prioritize refinement and economy over outright performance. Its main drawback is wet braking, where professional tests show it can lag behind leading rivals.

The quick answer

Owners say 81% from 30 owner reviews 77% would buy again Read the reviews
Tests say 11th average finish across 16 independent tests Latest: P21 of 50 · 2026 See every test
Strengths & weaknesses Dry, Wet 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 September 2026.

  • 30owner reviews
  • 202,200miles driven
  • 16professional tests

Tire Reviews Score

Fulda SportControl 2

8.2/10

Better than 70% of summer tires

  • High Confidence
  • 14 tests
  • 30 owner reviews
Scores of the 406 summer tires we have tested

How this score is built

Source Better than Weight
Independent tests14 tests · 3 publications · 2017-2026 70% 88%
Owner reviews30 owner reviews · rated 81% 74% 12%
Combined 70% 8.2

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 65% 44% 14
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 73% 40% 14
ValueWear, efficiency and cost 40% 9% 8
ComfortNoise and ride comfort 47% 7% 7

Weights are shares of the test result. Owner reviews are blended in afterwards.

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 68% 14
HandlingEvery handling test, on any surface 51% 7

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 99% of the test figure. The other 1% 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. 2026 2026 Summer Braking Super Tire Test - How do 52 Tires Perform in Wet and Dry Braking? Auto Bild · 245/45 R19 P21 / 50
  2. 2025 2025 Summer Tire Test Shootout Auto Bild · 225/40 R18 P30 / 52
  3. 2024 2024 ADAC Summer Tire Test ADAC · 215/55 R17 P7 / 16
  4. 2023 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tire Test Auto Bild · 225/45 R18 P10 / 20
  5. 2023 2023 Summer Tire Market Overview Auto Bild · 225/45 R18 P18 / 50
  6. 2022 2022 AutoBild Sports Cars UHP Summer Tire Test Auto Bild Sportscars · 225/45 R18 P8 / 11
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  1. 2022 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tire Test Auto Bild · 215/55 R17 P10 / 21
  2. 2022 2022 Summer Tire Market Overview Auto Bild · 215/55 R17 P11 / 50
  3. 2020 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tire Test Auto Bild · 245/45 R18 P9 / 20
  4. 2020 2020 ACE Mid Range Summer Tire Test ACE · 215/55 R17 P3 / 9 Placing only
  5. 2020 2020 Tire Market Overview Braking Test Auto Bild · 245/45 R18 P12 / 50
  6. 2019 2019 Auto Bild Sports Car Tire Test Auto Bild Sportscars · 245/45 R18 P11 / 11
  7. 2019 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tire Test Auto Bild · 225/45 R17 P6 / 20
  8. 2019 2019 Summer 53 Tire Braking Shootout Auto Bild · 225/45 R17 P12 / 53
  9. 2017 2017 Auto Bild Summer Tire Test Auto Bild · 225/50 R17 P6 / 20
  10. 2017 2017 Auto Bild Summer Tire Shootout Auto Bild · 225/50 R17 P9 / 51 Placing only

Tested 16 times by independent publications, the Fulda SportControl 2 averages a finish of 11th.

16 Tests
0 Test Wins
11th Average
3rd Best
30th Worst
Finishing position in each test1stLast20172026

Finishing position in each test

Every independent test of the Fulda SportControl 2, newest first
YearTestResultAward
20262026 Summer Braking Super Tire Test - How do 52 Tires Perform in Wet and Dry Braking?Auto Bild · 245/45 R19P21 / 50
20252025 Summer Tire Test ShootoutAuto Bild · 225/40 R18P30 / 52
20242024 ADAC Summer Tire TestADAC · 215/55 R17P7 / 16
20232023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tire TestAuto Bild · 225/45 R18P10 / 20
20232023 Summer Tire Market OverviewAuto Bild · 225/45 R18P18 / 50
20222022 AutoBild Sports Cars UHP Summer Tire TestAuto Bild Sportscars · 225/45 R18P8 / 11
20222022 Auto Bild Summer Tire TestAuto Bild · 215/55 R17P10 / 21
20222022 Summer Tire Market OverviewAuto Bild · 215/55 R17P11 / 50
20202020 Auto Bild Summer Tire TestAuto Bild · 245/45 R18P9 / 20
20202020 ACE Mid Range Summer Tire TestACE · 215/55 R17P3 / 9
20202020 Tire Market Overview Braking TestAuto Bild · 245/45 R18P12 / 50
20192019 Auto Bild Sports Car Tire TestAuto Bild Sportscars · 245/45 R18P11 / 11
20192019 Auto Bild Summer Tire TestAuto Bild · 225/45 R17P6 / 20
20192019 Summer 53 Tire Braking ShootoutAuto Bild · 225/45 R17P12 / 53
20172017 Auto Bild Summer Tire TestAuto Bild · 225/50 R17P6 / 20
20172017 Auto Bild Summer Tire ShootoutAuto Bild · 225/50 R17P9 / 51

On the full record: Record by disciplineHead-to-head recordEvery published verdict

Running Costs
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In 215/55 R17, the Fulda SportControl 2 is projected to cost $15.66 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about $392 over 25,000 miles - based on its US price and the manufacturer's treadwear warranty, from the 2024 ADAC Summer Tire Test.

Tire life here is the manufacturer's treadwear warranty, NOT measured wear - treat it as the maker's promise, not a test result.
cost per 1,000 miles
Tire life is the manufacturer's treadwear warranty, not measured wear. Assumes $80 fitting per set of four. US prices are from the time of the 2024 test; financing costs are excluded.
Dimensions & Label Scores
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Size Range44 sizes available

205-305Width30-55Profile17-20Rim84-110 W-YLoad/Speed Index2021First On Market

EU LabelAcross 44 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Noise

70-74dB B

Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the Fulda SportControl 2 in the wet?
Across the 14 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Fulda SportControl 2 stops 6.6% longer than premium rivals, 1.8% longer than mid-range rivals and 5.9% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 65/100, and owners rate it 8.3/10 in the wet from 30 reviews.
How good is the Fulda SportControl 2 in the dry?
Across the 14 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the Fulda SportControl 2 stops 2.1% longer than premium rivals, 0.9% shorter than mid-range rivals and 3.3% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 73/100, and owners rate it 8.3/10 in the dry from 30 reviews.
How fuel efficient is the Fulda SportControl 2?
Across the 6 tests measuring rolling resistance, the Fulda SportControl 2's rolling resistance is 0.8% lower than premium rivals, 7.9% lower than mid-range rivals and 0.6% lower than budget rivals.
How many miles does the Fulda SportControl 2 last?
Based on test and owner data, the Fulda SportControl 2 is expected to last around 21,776 miles (35,045 km).
What do owners say about the Fulda SportControl 2?
Across 30 owner ratings the Fulda SportControl 2 averages 81%. Owners rate Comfort highest at 9 out of 10 and Handling lowest at 7.7. 8 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 82% of owners score it 70% or better.
More questions about the Fulda SportControl 2 (10)
How much does the Fulda SportControl 2 cost to run?
In 215/55 R17, the Fulda SportControl 2 is projected to cost $15.66 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about $392 over 25,000 miles - based on its US price and the manufacturer's treadwear warranty, from the 2024 ADAC Summer Tire Test. The cheapest to run in that test is the Kumho Ecsta HS52, at $8.23.
What is the Fulda SportControl 2's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the Fulda SportControl 2 most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, A for wet grip and 71 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the Fulda SportControl 2?
Owners rate the Fulda SportControl 2 9 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 24 reviews.
How well do the Fulda SportControl 2 wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Fulda SportControl 2 7.8 out of 10 for wear across 24 reviews. 8 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 8,000 miles.
Would owners buy the Fulda SportControl 2 again?
77% of owners say they would buy the Fulda SportControl 2 again, based on the 26 owner reviews that answered the question. 42% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What do owners say about the Fulda SportControl 2's dry grip?
Of the 24 owner reviews analyzed for the Fulda SportControl 2, 14 mention dry grip: 12 praise it (strong dry grip) and 2 criticise it (limited dry grip). One owner wrote: "assured grip in all conditions". Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Fulda SportControl 2's ride comfort?
Of the 24 owner reviews analyzed for the Fulda SportControl 2, 13 mention ride comfort: 13 praise it (comfortable ride) and 0 criticise it (harsh ride). One owner wrote: "The biggest differences though are in driving comfort and steering feedback with tire noise much reduced too". Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Fulda SportControl 2's road noise?
Of the 24 owner reviews analyzed for the Fulda SportControl 2, 12 mention road noise: 11 praise it (quiet) and 1 criticise it (noisy). One owner wrote: "The biggest differences though are in driving comfort and steering feedback with tire noise much reduced too". Read those reviews
What does the Fulda SportControl 2 replace?
The Fulda SportControl 2 is the successor to the Fulda SportControl in Fulda's range.
What sizes does the Fulda SportControl 2 come in?
The Fulda SportControl 2 is available in 49 sizes, ranging from 205-305/30-55 R17-20.
Owner Questions (3)
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Questions and Answers for the Fulda SportControl 2

I have the same question of the “2021-06-09 Q&A”. My local store have Dunlop “Sport”. This is an example of pattern tire, identical of Fulda… Show more I have the same question of the “2021-06-09 Q&A”. My local store have Dunlop “Sport”. This is an example of pattern tire, identical of Fulda: "https://universalgomme.it/tire-detail.php?id=733451" Show less
October 25, 2023
I'm afraid we don't have a lot of knowledge off the Dunlop "Sport", however it's worth noting Fulda and Dunlop are sister companies (both owned by Goodyear) so it's likely there is some transfer of technology in order to be efficient.
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hi, are the fulda sport control2 run flats if so which fulda tires are none run flats
Regards Neil.
May 15, 2022
We are not aware of any runflat sizes of the Fulda SportControl 2.
Dear experts, I discovered that the design of Fulda SportControl 2 tire is exactly identical to Dunlop Sport! Show more Dear experts, I discovered that the design of Fulda SportControl 2 tire is exactly identical to Dunlop Sport!

Fulda and Dunlop brands belongs to Goodyear corporation but is really strange how it’s possible one design to be used on different brands tires? I understand that they have all copyrights to all their designs brands, but my opinion is that design as a unique signature of any product shouldn’t be copied!

Another strange thing is that tire model Fulda SportControl 2 is fully transparently presented on official site with all commercial and technical specifications (pictures, tests reviews, key benefits) with many independent reviews, videos, test…, but model Dunlop Sport can’t be found nowhere on internet neither on Dunlop’s official site! the model appears to be hidden from the public!

Do you have explanation? What is your opinion?

Thank you Show less
June 9, 2021
Which Dunlop Sport tire do you mean? The latest generation of Dunlop Sports tires is the SportMaxx RT2, which is a different pattern from the Sportcontrol 2. It is likely the case that the Dunlop moulds have been passed down to Fulda, but the compound is different so it's a different tire.

Fulda SportControl 2 Owner Reviews

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What owners say summarised from 24 reviews

Most drivers find the Fulda SportControl 2 to deliver quiet, comfortable rides with confident wet and dry grip and good handling for everyday driving, offering strong value for money. High-scoring reviews consistently praise low noise, comfort, and stable wet performance; several also note solid dry grip and balanced steering. A minority criticize steering feedback/communication and rapid wear or shallow tread depth, especially when pushed hard or at very high speeds. Overall, the SportControl 2 is viewed as a capable mid-range touring-oriented performance tire rather than a true UHP.

What owners mention most counted across 24 reviews

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Owner ratings averaged from 30 ratings

  • Owner score 81%
  • Comfort 90%
  • Wet Grip 83%
  • Dry Grip 83%
  • Road Feedback 80%
  • Wear 78%
  • Handling 77%

Featured reviews

Most helpful 44%

“I don`t recommend these tires. I had them fitted on the car when I bought it. There is absolute lack of feedback from the tires. You are near the limit and there is no communication. I found it very dangerous and tried...”

  • Toyota Corolla
  • 10,000 miles
Read full review → 1,070 found this helpful
Most critical 39%

“The Tire feels comfortable at low inner city speeds. That is its only quality. Noise levels are on the high side at speeds above 60kph. Dry grip is average and becomes low as speeds increase. It is outright scary at...”

  • Audi A6 Avant 3.0 TDI Quattro
  • 4,500 miles
Read full review → 1,241 found this helpful
Longest term 80%

“Great tire for a midsize or upper class sedan or similar - great grip both in the dry and in the wet, copes well with aquaplaning and is very comfortable. Smooth ride and very quiet and nice handling at the same time...”

  • Audi A6 3.0 TDI Quattro
  • 22,000 miles
Read full review → 1,155 found this helpful

All 24 Fulda SportControl 2 reviews

Score spread across 22 written reviews
64%
Member
End of Life

The tires were just ok. Did everything pretty well but wore out after 12000 miles which is low in my opinion

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 5
  • Comfort 6
  • Buy again 3
Helpful 7
  1. Initial Impressions87% 500 miles
    A good mid range tire which I would describe as a slightly softer touring tire. Definitely not a UHP in terms of outright grip. The tires do everything well for normal daily driving. They perform well in the wet and dry but overall better in the dry. They give a good progressive feel but not the direct feel you might get from a £130 plus tire in this size. My previous tires were Pirelli P7 Cintarato which I've moved away from due to tire wall cracking after only a couple of seasons. My reasoning for selecting the Fulda was overall good reviews across multiple review websites, price, made in Germany (and they are, which for some reason I find reassuring), specification (95Y) which tells me the carcass will be robust and tire walls perhaps a little stiffer than 91's. Fulda has also been in business for many, many years so they must be doing something right. The way I figure it if I have paid less than £100 each fitted and get a couple of seasons I'm happy. With the Pirellis currently at £150 each I don't fancy taking the risk again. It was also great to see a side wall protector which is rare at this price point.

    Comparing the two brands I would say the Fulda Sport Control 2 are quieter, made of a softer rubber compound, and more comfortable. The Pirelli's I have no doubt last much longer (harder rubber compound) and perhaps have a slight edge in the wet even though the Fulda's are labelled to be better. The Pirelli's also have the edge in terms of road feedback, break away communication and tire sidewall design. Pound for pound I am happy with my decision. The difference between the two is not great enough to warrant the extra expense and for mainly local commuting they will be just fine. Also, having spent less I can afford to get fresh tires every couple of years which will always be better than older rubber. I can't comment on wear as they have not been fitted for long.

    My tire size was 245/40/17 95Y. My main driving is local runs of around 10-15 miles per day and I then typically use the car twice a year for european trips. I don't drive hard and fast but do like to feel the communication of the car especially on faster country roads and these tires give that enjoyment.
84%
Member
Good tire on the rear of a C-Class. No negative impact and quiet. It also looks good. Sturdy tread blocks.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 987
71%
Member
Came with the car, OK for now, will switch to some PS4s soon.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Wet Grip 6
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 6
Helpful 1,054

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Oliver
I don`t recommend these tires. I had them fitted on the car when I bought it. There is absolute lack of feedback from the tires. You are near the limit and there is no communication. I found it very dangerous and tried it only once. I never experienced such a behavior, but I am used to premium and sporty tires. Overall I don`t recommend them, but their might be fine for some slow city driving...
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 6
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 1
  • Handling 1
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 1,070
87%
Member
  • Peugeot 607
  • 225/50 R17
  • 8,000 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Spirited
Excellent tires for an acceptable price. I mostly drove premium brands, but last month I bought Fulda Sportcontrol2 on sale and they are better than I expected. Extremely quiet, excellent on dry and wet, comfortable and give a nice feeling on the steering wheel. The car is a Peugeot 607 2.2hdi 170HP and the size is 225/50r17. The price was around 400e for 4 tires. My sincere recommendation
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 10
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 9
Helpful 1,170
91%
Member
Wow. I'm impressed with these tires. I replaced the existing Hankooks with the Fuldas and the improvements can be seen - and felt - on all levels. Dry grip is better than the Hankooks - as is wet grip - which inspires confidence in general driving whatever the conditions. The biggest differences though are in driving comfort and steering feedback with tire noise much reduced too. It all results in a competent tire that keeps it's composure when the need for spirited driving arises. The only area that is a slight negative is slightly increased tire wear but that's a compromise I can live with. The Fulda Sport Contact 2 is not the cheapest on the market but then it's nowhere near the most expensive either. A full set of four tires in my car's size cost the same a pair of Michelin's so in that respect the Fuldas represent very good value for money. I like these tires and would absolutely buy them again.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 1,041
94%
Member
These tires perform over and above the previous Hankook tires fitted to the car when I purchased it. Not the most expensive tire on the market but certainly not the cheapest. Great value with assured grip in all conditions. I love this tire.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 10
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 965
77%
Member
Honestly bought these tires last year and I must say I am very impressed by the wet handling. Here it rains very often and most of the time there are quite big puddles in the middle of the highway. Not once did I feel any uncertainty in the steering. Overall pretty impressed with the Tire performance so far. Unfortunately have no overview of the wear yet, but hoping it’ll be above average
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 6
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 9
Helpful 1,009
93%
Member
I drive different cars every day and am an automotive expert. These tires are very good. I have the opportunity to compare them in the same conditions with other similar ones and I say that the tires are great. They are much more stable after 50% wear compared to many other premium brands.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 10
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 1,138
80%
Member
Great tire for a midsize or upper class sedan or similar - great grip both in the dry and in the wet, copes well with aquaplaning and is very comfortable. Smooth ride and very quiet and nice handling at the same time. Great balance between grip and comfort. All 4 tires balanced very well - under 15 grams on any of the wheels. Three drawbacks: 1) New tire thread was under 7 mm deep - to my mind, very little for a normal road going tire. 2) Wear. Partly this is due to mentioned above. Tires lasted for about 35000 kms of normal use. 3) With thread deepness under 5 mm the look of the tire is very generic - 4 grooves and nothing else. The tire still performed well. At around 3 mm wet performance decreased significantly.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 6
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 7
Helpful 1,155
91%
Member
Really good feeling both in wet and dry conditions. Lasted 48000km
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 751
39%
Member
The Tire feels comfortable at low inner city speeds. That is its only quality. Noise levels are on the high side at speeds above 60kph. Dry grip is average and becomes low as speeds increase. It is outright scary at speeds above 150 kph when even in slight corners the car feels unstable at speed and steering is vague. Even the relative comfort disappears at higher autobahn speeds. This behavior also applies to wet conditions. In comparison, to my previous tires this tire has disappointed in every aspect. If your car is relatively powerful/heavy and you intend to use it for long stretches on the highway I would avoid it. Its comfort at low speed might be enticing for people who intend this tire for motoring in cities only.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 4
  • Wet Grip 6
  • Road Feedback 3
  • Handling 1
  • Wear 5
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 1,241
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