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Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1

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The Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 is an economy touring summer tire with some favorable reports of tread life and ride comfort. Wet grip and braking are its main weaknesses, with noise and aquaplaning resistance also counting against it.

The quick answer

Owners say 54% from 81 owner reviews 30% would buy again Read the reviews
Tests say 30th average finish across 2 independent tests Latest: P8 of 9 · 2023 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.

  • 81owner reviews
  • 549,447miles driven
  • 2professional tests
Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 3 photos

Tire Reviews Score

Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1

3.4/10

Better than 3% of summer tires

  • Medium Confidence
  • 2 tests
  • 81 owner reviews
Scores of the 406 summer tires we have tested

How this score is built

Better than Weight
Independent tests2 tests · 2 publications · 2021-2023 2% 89%
Owner reviews81 owner reviews · rated 54% 13% 11%
Combined 3% 3.4

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 3% 44% 2
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 4% 40% 2
ValueWear, efficiency and cost 2% 9% 1
ComfortNoise and ride comfort 2% 7% 1

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

HandlingEvery handling test, on any surface 6% 1
BrakingEvery braking test, on any surface 4% 2

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 92% of the test figure. The other 8% 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

  1. 2023 Are Budget Tires Finally Good Enough? 8 Cheap Tires VS 1 Premium Tire Tire Reviews · 205/55 R16 P8 / 9
  2. 2021 2021 53 Summer Tire Braking Test Auto Bild · 205/55 R16 P52 / 53
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Tested 2 times by independent publications, the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 averages a finish of 30th.

2 Tests
0 Test Wins
30th Average
8th Best
52nd Worst
The latest test

Are Budget Tires Finally Good Enough? 8 Cheap Tires VS 1 Premium Tire P8 of 9

The Maxtrek Maximus M1 finish the test in a similar situation to the Triangle, as one of the most expensive budget tires on test, but without the performance to match.

Weak: Straight Aqua, Curved Aquaplaning, Noise, Rolling Resistance Winner: Continental PremiumContact 7

YearTestResultAward
2023Are Budget Tires Finally Good Enough? 8 Cheap Tires VS 1 Premium TireTire Reviews · 205/55 R16P8 / 9Tested by Tire Reviews
20212021 53 Summer Tire Braking TestAuto Bild · 205/55 R16P52 / 53

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Size Range87 sizes available

155-275Width30-80Profile13-20Rim72-109 N-YLoad/Speed Index2010First On Market

EU LabelAcross 87 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Noise

70-73dB

Popular sizes225/45 R17225/45 R18205/55 R16235/45 R17215/45 R17245/45 R17
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 in the wet?
Across the 2 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 stops 43.6% longer than premium rivals, 24.5% longer than mid-range rivals and 12.9% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 3/100, and owners rate it 3.9/10 in the wet from 81 reviews.
How good is the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 in the dry?
Across the 2 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 stops 10.7% longer than premium rivals, 4.1% longer than mid-range rivals and 1.1% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 4/100, and owners rate it 6.9/10 in the dry from 81 reviews.
How fuel efficient is the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1?
Across the 1 test measuring rolling resistance, the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1's rolling resistance is 17.2% higher than premium rivals, 7% higher than mid-range rivals and 13.4% higher than budget rivals.
How many miles does the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 last?
Based on test and owner data, the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 is expected to last around 23,571 miles (37,934 km).
What do owners say about the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1?
Across 81 owner ratings the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 averages 54%. Owners rate Dry Grip highest at 6.9 out of 10 and Wet Grip lowest at 3.9. 18 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 29% of owners score it 70% or better.
More questions about the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 (8)
What is the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 most commonly carries EU label ratings of D for fuel efficiency, C for wet grip and 72 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1?
Owners rate the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 6 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 76 reviews.
How well do the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 6.5 out of 10 for wear across 76 reviews. 18 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 2,500 miles.
Would owners buy the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 again?
30% of owners say they would buy the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 again, based on the 76 owner reviews that answered the question. 17% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What do owners say about the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1's wet grip?
Of the 73 owner reviews analyzed for the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1, 42 mention wet grip: 6 praise it (confident wet grip) and 36 criticise it (weak wet grip). One owner wrote: "In any wet conditions there were spinning wheels taking off from a junction, slipping on roundabouts, squeals on corners". Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1's dry grip?
Of the 73 owner reviews analyzed for the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1, 24 mention dry grip: 16 praise it (strong dry grip) and 8 criticise it (limited dry grip). One owner wrote: "They feel good on dry and wet". Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1's road noise?
Of the 73 owner reviews analyzed for the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1, 17 mention road noise: 6 praise it (quiet) and 11 criticise it (noisy). One owner wrote: "the road noise is pretty bad". Read those reviews
What sizes does the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 come in?
The Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 is available in 98 sizes, ranging from 155-275/30-80 R13-20.
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Do these tires perform or are they fuel economy tires ?
February 24, 2023
As they've been in one test and placed 52nd of 53, it's safe to assume these perform like similarly priced tires, ie poorly.

Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 Owner Reviews

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What owners say summarised from 76 reviews

Wet grip is the main concern for owners of the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1, criticised in nearly half of the 76 written reviews, often with reports of wheelspin or sliding on damp corners. Around one in six reviews specifically criticises wet handling, while noise draws complaints in roughly one in seven. Dry grip attracts more praise than criticism, although experiences are far from consistent. Tread life is a relative strength, with mid-life and end-of-life accounts describing slow wear, and some owners also value the low cost and comfortable ride. The average score is 50.6%, with 20 positive reviews and 27 negative, reflecting reservations that go beyond isolated complaints.

What owners mention most counted across 73 reviews

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Owner ratings averaged from 81 ratings

  • Owner score 54%
  • Dry Grip 69%
  • Wear 65%
  • Comfort 60%
  • Road Feedback 55%
  • Handling 52%
  • Wet Grip 39%

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Most critical 10%

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Longest term 84%

“It was on my Nissan Micra 2014 i used the tire for a total of 3 year i put the tire on rear, the front tire have been toyo and have been replaced and put on. While the maxtrek is still the same at rear.”

  • Nissan Micra
  • 50,000 miles
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All 76 Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 reviews

Score spread across 73 written reviews
19%
Member
Deadly dangerous, came on a Mondeo TDCi that I bought. Like almost ZERO grip in the wet, poor grip in dry too with wheel spin fron pull away at junctions

One tire (back left) lost two chunks of rubber on inside and failed NCT because of this, another (front right) delaminated as I drove along

The most DANGEROUS tire I have ever encountered, just ordered four GT Radial Champiros which I've been running since a hesitant experience with them on a Golf GTi that showed me how good they were

BURN the maxtreks for your own safety
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Wet Grip 1
  • Road Feedback 1
  • Handling 1
  • Wear 1
  • Comfort 1
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 305
58%
Member
Okay
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Wet Grip 5
  • Handling 7
  • Wear 5
  • Comfort 5
Helpful 447
44%
Member
These would be good if it never rained. It does however rain. Dangerous hydroplaning and wheel spin under light acceleration during slight rain. Utter Garbage
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Wet Grip 3
  • Road Feedback 6
  • Handling 6
  • Wear 4
  • Comfort 4
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 629

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29%
Member
Possibly the worst tires I've ever had on the car. Grip was terrible from new. In any wet conditions there were spinning wheels taking off from a junction, slipping on roundabouts, squeals on corners. May be due to the car itself but they wore slowly across the main tire surface but very quickly on inner edge. Would absolutely avoid.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 3
  • Wet Grip 1
  • Road Feedback 3
  • Handling 2
  • Wear 5
  • Comfort 5
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 901
Member
I bought them online before reading this review... I read it and immediately canceled the purchase. Thank you so much for your comments; they help prevent others from buying low-quality items that put our lives and the lives of others at risk. Best regards.
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39%
Member
Cracked tires before 10.000 kms. Normal use. Normal acceleration, normal braking , except some unexpected events.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 4
  • Handling 5
  • Wear 1
  • Comfort 2
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 1,028
37%
Member
The first time we had some spring rain I couldn't believe the tires felt like they were drifting. It was very disconcerting going around a round-a-bout as I felt the tires slide out from under me. I slowed down on the next turn and it happened again. I guess if I drove at 20kph it may have felt safer. So no I went out and bought new tires after having these tires for only 8 weeks. Costly learning experience.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Wet Grip 3
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 977
47%
Member
  • BMW 520d
  • 225/55 R17
  • 500 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Average
Out of necessity I had to go with Maxtrek Maximus M2 tires. They’re absolute garbage heavy vehicles like BMW 5er. They’re on rear axil and just does tail spin all the time while negotiating roundabouts in wet conditions. I’m so scared to go at 80 in wet conditions. NEVER AGAIN.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Wet Grip 3
  • Wear 6
  • Comfort 6
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 1,002
87%
Member
I have had a few brands on my 2005 Ford BA XR6, these Maxtrek,, Maximus M1 235/45 R17, have out preformed all of them except for one, the Pirelli P7, but these Maximus M1’s have out lasted them all, if I have one critisim it is they do have a little louder road noise,,,, I will be buying again, that’s for sure
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 926
76%
Member
Great price, the M1 is a good choice for my needs, smooth ride and low noise combined with good handling. I use these on my daily driven Skyline, minimal wear after 2 years of use.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 7
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 1,002
37%
Member
Terrible. Starting driving 12 months ago, car came with these tires and they are terrible. In the rain, it is like being on ice, any corner theres sideways slide, even as low as 15mph on a roundabout, in the summer, slight power to the accelerator and they are spinning with lack of dry grip. Within 12 months I have lost over 50% of the tire tread and done 12k miles. NEVER AGAIN
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 6
  • Wet Grip 1
  • Road Feedback 2
  • Handling 5
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 2
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 990
40%
Member
Ive had these tires for two years. The 2 times I had to break abruptly (going 60kmh) the tires were smoking. The worst in wet conditions. Any uphill from full stop is almost impossible. They skate. I feel completely unsafe. They came with the car so I kept them on as we’ve been experiencing a drought and rain wasn’t an issue but now that we’ve been getting tons of rain, I don’t even take the car out anymore.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Wet Grip 1
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 4
  • Wear 5
  • Comfort 3
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 836
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