Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Across seven shared professional tests (Auto Bild, ADAC and large braking shootouts), the Goodyear repeatedly lands near the very top of the rankings (including multiple overall wins), while the Dunlop tends to place mid-pack to upper-mid. The pattern is clear: RT 2 can still deliver sporty grip and notably good aquaplaning reserves, but the Asymmetric 6 is the more complete modern package with stronger wet/dry braking and dramatically better longevity and efficiency metrics.
Test Results
Independent comparison tyre tests are the best source of data to get tyre information from, and the good news is there have been seven tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | seven |
While it might look like the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is better than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tyres are very complicated objects which means where one tyre is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tyres compare across multiple tyre test categories.
Key Strengths
- Strong aquaplaning reserves (notably straight and curved aquaplaning wins in multiple 225/40 R18 tests, e.g., 3.50 m/s² vs 3.10 m/s² in ADAC 2025)
- Competitive dry braking for the class (generally close to the Goodyear, though not better)
- Generally good comfort ratings in some tests (e.g., slight edge on subjective comfort in Auto Bild 2025 performance test)
- Stable, safe wet-road behaviour reported by test teams, even if not class-leading on lap times or braking
- Consistently shorter braking distances in both dry and wet across all shared tests (e.g., wet braking 42.9 m vs 45.5 m in Auto Bild 2026)
- Class-leading longevity/mileage projections (often ~20-50%+ higher; up to 63,830 km in Auto Bild 2026)
- Stronger value-per-km despite sometimes higher purchase price (e.g., 12.22 vs 15.84 price/1000 km in Auto Bild 2026)
- Refined all-rounder: low noise figures and good comfort with solid handling balance (e.g., 70.8 dB vs 72.4 dB in Auto Bild 2026)
Dry Braking
Looking at data from seven tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during seven dry braking tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stopped the vehicle in 3.59% less distance than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Dry Braking: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during three dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 2.1% faster around a lap than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one subj. dry handling tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 scored 16.25% more points than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from seven tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during seven wet braking tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stopped the vehicle in 7.19% less distance than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Wet Braking: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stopped the vehicle in 6.04% less distance than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during two wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 1.55% faster around a wet lap than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one subj. wet handling tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 scored 8.75% more points than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during two wet circle tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 1.87% faster around a wet circle than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Wet Circle: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during two straight aqua tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 floated at a 0.37% higher speed than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Straight Aqua: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 was better during two curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 slipped out at a 1.12% higher speed than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 was better during one subj. comfort tests. On average the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 scored 2.31% more points than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
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Noise
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during four noise tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 measured 2.01% quieter than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Noise: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Wear
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during four wear tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is predicted to cover 27.66% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Wear: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Value
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during four value tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 proved to have a 25.3% better value based on price/1000km than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Value: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Price
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one price tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 cost 4.35% less than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Price: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during three rolling resistance tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 had a 4.85% lower rolling resistance than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 and Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 performed equally well in fuel consumption tests.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Both tyres performed equally well
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Abrasion
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 lost 12.14% less particle wear matter than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
Best In Abrasion: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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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%
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Driver Reviews
Across reviews, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is most often described as an exceptionally confident UHP tyre with very strong dry and especially wet grip, high braking performance, and predictable/progressive handling near the limit. Many drivers also report a noticeably more comfortable ride and lower noise than the tyres they replaced, making it feel unusually "daily-friendly" for this category. The most repeated downsides are quicker-than-expected wear for some users and pronounced rumble/roar on rough asphalt, with a smaller but recurring theme of softer sidewalls or slightly duller turn-in compared with sharper rivals.
Based on 183 reviews with an average rating of 86%
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Conclusion
The biggest real-world separator is running cost. Goodyear's projected mileage is consistently far higher-often by 20-50%+ depending on test (e.g., 63,830 km vs 44,820 km in 2026 Auto Bild; 63,200 km vs 41,600 km in 2023 Auto Bild UHP)-and it pairs that with lower rolling resistance and lower abrasion in the tests that measure it. Even when the Goodyear is noted as having a higher purchase price, it still delivers better value-per-kilometre (e.g., 12.22 vs 15.84 price/1000 km in 2026 Auto Bild; 6.66 vs 9.09 in 2025 Auto Bild). The Dunlop's main counterpunch is aquaplaning resilience: it can match or beat the Goodyear in straight/curved aquaplaning in several 18-inch tests, making it a credible wet-weather choice-but it can't consistently convert that into better wet braking, and it gives back too much in wear and overall ranking.
Practical takeaway: if you want one max-performance summer tyre that “does everything” with top-tier safety and ownership costs, pick the Asymmetric 6. Consider the SportMaxx RT 2 mainly if it's significantly cheaper in your size and you value strong aquaplaning reserves, accepting that you're likely trading away braking performance and long-term value.
Key Differences
- Braking (dry): Goodyear wins 7/7; gaps are small but consistent (~2-5%), which is meaningful in emergency stops.
- Braking (wet): Goodyear wins 7/7 with larger margins (~6-10%); this is the clearest safety advantage in the data.
- Longevity/cost: Goodyear's wear projections are dramatically better (e.g., 63,830 vs 44,820 km in 2026), driving much lower cost per 1,000 km.
- Aquaplaning: Dunlop is the more frequent winner in straight/curved aquaplaning in 225/40 R18 tests, though Goodyear can lead in other sizes/years (e.g., stronger curved aquaplaning in Auto Bild 2026).
- Refinement: Goodyear is typically quieter (several tests show ~1-2 dB advantage) and maintains strong comfort while delivering higher performance.
- Overall test outcome: Goodyear dominates the shared results (7 overall wins vs 0), indicating fewer compromises across the full scoring set (performance + environment/value).
Overall Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Based on the tyre test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tyre has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tyre buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tyre industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tyres in the same test.
Why is this important? Tyre 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 tyre test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tyre tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tyre Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
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