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Comparison: Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 vs. Continental PremiumContact 6

Mutual tests overview

Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results

Tests used in comparison (4)

Organization Season Year Dimension Action
Autozeitung Autozeitung
Summer
2021 225/40 R18 View
ADAC ADAC
Summer
2021 225/50 R17 View
Autobild Autobild
Summer
2020 245/45 R18 View
Autobild Autobild
Summer
2019 225/45 R17 View

We are comparing two summer tyres in this review: the Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 and the Continental PremiumContact 6.


The Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 is an Ultra Ultra High-Performance tyre that doesn't have a newer model in line. We rate this tyre 79% for its strong performance in various tests. This tyre showcases its strength in aquaplaning resistance and rolling resistance, earning itself top test positions in Autozeitung and Gute-Fahrt tests. However, it hasn't been able to come first in any of the tests. For detailed information, visit Dunlop's official page here.


On the other hand, the Continental PremiumContact 6, a touring tyre made in Slovakia, Germany, and Czech Republic, outstandingly performs in both dry and wet conditions. This tyre, which is the successor of the ContiPremiumContact 5, impresses with its wet circle cornering and wet handling, as highlighted in the ADAC test. It even led other tyres in both the Autobild and Gute-Fahrt tests. The Continental PremiumContact 6 is rated 87% by us. Noteworthily, it has also been upgraded to a newer model: Continental PremiumContact 7. For detailed manufacturer information, visit Continental's official page here.


To summarise, if aquaplaning resistance is what you're after, then the Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 is a good choice. However, the Continental PremiumContact 6 excels in overall performance tests and exhibits solid capability in both dry and wet conditions, making it a superior choice. Additionally, Continental's PremiumContact series continually evolves, with the PremiumContact 7 offering further improvements and enhancements.


Still, individual driving needs and conditions should always dictate the final tyre choice.

Performance comparison

Averaged from 4 tests

Wet Performance
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
80%
Dunlop
SP Sport MAXX RT2
Continental PremiumContact 6
81%
Continental
PremiumContact 6
Wet Braking
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
77%
Continental PremiumContact 6
90%
Wet Handling
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
71%
Continental PremiumContact 6
82%
Best: Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 (100.0%)
Wet Circle Cornering
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
72%
Continental PremiumContact 6
76%
Best: Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 (100.0%)
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
90%
Continental PremiumContact 6
78%
Aquaplaning Cross
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
88%
Continental PremiumContact 6
79%
Best in category: Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 (95.8%)
Dry Performance
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
84%
Dunlop
SP Sport MAXX RT2
Continental PremiumContact 6
96%
Continental
PremiumContact 6
Dry Braking
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
93%
Continental PremiumContact 6
92%
Dry Handling
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
62%
Continental PremiumContact 6
98%
Best: Pirelli P ZERO (100.0%)
Dry Lane Change
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
96%
Continental PremiumContact 6
98%
Best: Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 (100.0%)
Best in category: Pirelli P ZERO (100.0%)
Comfort & Noise
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
79%
Dunlop
SP Sport MAXX RT2
Continental PremiumContact 6
68%
Continental
PremiumContact 6
Noise Exterior
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
75%
Continental PremiumContact 6
55%
Best: Nokian Wetproof (97.0%)
Noise Interior
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
82%
Continental PremiumContact 6
78%
Best: Falken Azenis FK510 (89.0%)
Ride Comfort
Continental PremiumContact 6
71%
Best in category: Nokian Wetproof (97.0%)
Economy
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
73%
Dunlop
SP Sport MAXX RT2
Continental PremiumContact 6
86%
Continental
PremiumContact 6
Rolling Resistance
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
63%
Continental PremiumContact 6
77%
Fuel Efficiency
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
84%
Continental PremiumContact 6
89%
Mileage
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
73%
Continental PremiumContact 6
92%
Best in category: Michelin Primacy 4 (89.0%)

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