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Comparison: Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 vs. Bridgestone Potenza Sport

Looking to compare the Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 and the Bridgestone Potenza Sport? Here’s the breakdown of these two popular ultra high-performance summer tyres.


The Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 scored an overall rating of 72% in our tests. Its standout features were its excellent aquaplaning results, both cross and longitudinal, as tested by AutoBild. The tyre also displayed satisfactory comfort and decent mileage. However, its performance overall didn't propel it to the top of the test results, landing in 19 out of 52 in one, and 9 out of 18 in another. Nonetheless, the Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 is a competent tyre, but with some room for improvement. Dunlop, being a reputable tyre manufacturer, surely has the capacity to enhance future iterations of this model.


On the other hand, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport excelled in several areas, receiving an impressive rating of 89% from us. It stood out particularly for its excellent grip, short braking distances, and dynamic handling properties. Moreover, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport placed first in one AutoBild test out of 52 tyres and second in an ADAC test out of 18 tyres. It also had a commendable performance in the 'Gute-Fahrt' test, placing third out of seven competitors. Clearly, from all these test data, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport shows a consistent top-level performance, making it a very reliable choice in the UUHP summer tyre category. A product of the acclaimed Bridgestone manufacturer, its superb performance is to be expected.


In conclusion, while both tyres have their strengths, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport notably outperforms the Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 in the majority of the areas tested. This makes the Bridgestone Potenza Sport the more favorable option of the two. Nonetheless, individual preferences and requirements may lead one to pick one tyre over the other.

Performance comparison

Wet Performance
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
71%
Dunlop
SP Sport MAXX RT2
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
82%
Bridgestone
Potenza Sport
Wet Braking
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
57%
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
95%
Wet Handling
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
51%
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
87%
Best: Kumho Ecsta PS71 (96.0%)
Wet Circle Cornering
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
65%
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
96%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
90%
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
61%
Aquaplaning Cross
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
90%
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
71%
Best in category: Kumho Ecsta PS71 (88.0%)
Dry Performance
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
63%
Dunlop
SP Sport MAXX RT2
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
87%
Bridgestone
Potenza Sport
Dry Braking
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
57%
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
95%
Dry Handling
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
69%
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
79%
Comfort & Noise
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
73%
Dunlop
SP Sport MAXX RT2
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
64%
Bridgestone
Potenza Sport
Noise Exterior
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
73%
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
64%
Best in category: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 (91.0%)
Economy
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
65%
Dunlop
SP Sport MAXX RT2
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
76%
Bridgestone
Potenza Sport
Rolling Resistance
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
66%
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
66%
Mileage
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
64%
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
85%
Best in category: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 (88.0%)

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