Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 - Test Results

Test Statistics

38

Tests Completed

7th

Average Position

2nd

Best Result

19th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

Across 38 summer tests, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 delivers a consistently well-rounded but aging performance profile. Its standout strength is hydroplaning resistance, repeatedly winning curved aquaplaning and often ranking top-3 in straight aquaplaning, which stabilizes wet safety in deep water. Secondary positives include competitive wear/value in several Autobild tests and occasional low rolling resistance results. However, core grip metrics increasingly trail newer rivals: wet and dry braking are frequently mid-to-lower tier, and dry/wet handling pace is typically average. Recent 2024-2025 results reinforce this pattern-excellent aquaplaning and comfort offset by subpar braking and only moderate handling-keeping it mid-pack overall.

In short, RT 2 excels when water depth rises and remains efficient/comfortable at times, but lacks the sharp braking and peak handling of class leaders. It suits motorists prioritizing hydroplaning security and balanced everyday performance over ultimate dry/wet stopping power.

Performance Strengths

Aquaplaning Resistance (Straight and Curved) Strong
• 1st curved aquaplaning, 3rd straight aqua in 2025 Auto Bild (225/40 R18)
• 1st curved aquaplaning, 3rd straight aqua in 2025 ADAC (225/40 R18)
• 1st straight and curved aquaplaning in 2021 Auto Bild 19" (235/35 R19)
• 1st straight aquaplaning in 2021 EVO (225/40 R18) and 2020 EVO (235/35 R19)
• 2nd straight aqua and strong wet circle in 2022 Auto Bild (215/55 R17)
Comfort/Noise and Subjective Feel (select tests) Moderate
• 1st subjective comfort in 2025 Auto Bild (5 pts, 1/20)
• 2nd noise and 2nd comfort in 2021 Auto Zeitung (225/40 R18)
• 2nd noise and 2nd rolling resistance in 2024 Sport Auto (215/40 R18)
Rolling Resistance/Efficiency (sporadic) Moderate
• 1st rolling resistance in 2021 Auto Zeitung (225/40 R18)
• 1st rolling resistance in 2019 EVO (225/40 R18)
• 2nd rolling resistance in 2018 EVO (235/35 R19)
Wear/Value (relative in Autobild scoring) Moderate
• Wear 6/20 and good value 13/20 in 2023 AutoBild UHP (41600 km; 13.82/1000)
• Wear 7/20 and value 7/20 in 2025 Auto Bild (39590 km; 9.09/1000)
• Wear 6/21 in 2022 Auto Bild (36380 km)

Performance Weaknesses

Wet Braking and Wet Handling Grip Strong
• Wet braking 18/21 (+15%) and wet handling 15/21 in 2025 Auto Bild
• Wet braking 13/18 (+10.9%) in 2025 ADAC
• Wet braking 12/16 (+20.7%) in 2024 ADAC
• Wet braking 19/20 (+14.9%) and wet handling 18/20 in 2020 Auto Bild
• Multiple EVO tests: wet braking bottom group (e.g., 2019 7/7; 2021 8/9)
Dry Braking (absolute stopping power) Strong
• Dry braking 19/21 (+8%) in 2025 Auto Bild
• Dry braking 13/18 (+7.2%) in 2025 ADAC
• Dry braking 11/20 (+6.9%) in 2020 Auto Bild
• Repeated mid/back-of-pack dry stops across 2019-2024 tests (e.g., 2024 Sport Auto 5/6, +4.5%)
Dry/Wet Handling Pace (consistency vs leaders) Moderate
• Dry handling 13/21 and wet handling 15/21 in 2025 Auto Bild
• Dry handling 18/22 in 2022 Auto Bild (+2%)
• Dry handling 16/20 and wet handling 18/20 in 2020 Auto Bild
Pricing/Value Variability and Abrasion (ADAC weighting) Moderate
• Value 13/18 (+186.1%) and abrasion 16/18 (+107.3%) in 2025 ADAC
• Value 15/16 (+101.7%) in 2024 ADAC
• Price penalties in multiple Autobild tests (e.g., 2023 and 2020 price above best by >40%)

Performance Over Time

Test History

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2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tyre Test

2025
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

The Dunlop Sport Maxx RT2 achieved the best aquaplaning reserves in the test, particularly excelling in the curved aquaplaning test with 3.45 m/s² lateral acceleration. It offered decent mileage o...

Strong:
Subj. Comfort, Curved Aquaplaning