Segment
1. Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 Premium2. Federal Evoluzion ST-1 Lowcost
Comparison: Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 vs. Federal Evoluzion ST-1
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Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 vs. Federal Evoluzion ST-1: two summer tyres that target very different expectations in independent tyre tests and real-world performance. The Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 is a UUHP (ultra-ultra-high performance) summer tyre from Dunlop, while the Federal Evoluzion ST-1 is a mainstream summer option from Federal. Neither model has an official successor listed at the moment.
Overall standing and ratings: Across our aggregated data and test results, the SP Sport MAXX RT2 earns a significantly higher overall rating of 76% versus the Evoluzion ST-1’s 36%. In a large comparative test by Auto Bild with 53 tyres in the field, the Dunlop placed 11th, while the Federal finished 24th. That consistent gap reflects the Dunlop’s stronger balance of wet safety and dry performance, and it shows up in both subjective assessments and objective metrics where available.
Key test insights: Auto Bild (2023) highlighted the Dunlop’s secure handling on wet roads, good aquaplaning resistance, and short dry braking distances. The main caveat noted was a slightly delayed turn-in on dry tarmac, which keen drivers may notice during rapid direction changes. While we do not have similarly detailed pro/cons from the same source for the Federal, its mid-pack placing suggests fewer standout strengths and a performance envelope that is competent but less convincing against premium and upper-mid competitors.
Head-to-head summary:
- Mutual test positions: In the shared Auto Bild comparison (53 tyres), Dunlop 11th vs. Federal 24th — a clear edge to Dunlop.
- Safety on wet: Dunlop was explicitly praised for wet-road security and aquaplaning; no equivalent highlights for Federal in our dataset.
- Dry performance: Dunlop offers short dry braking; turn-in could be sharper. Federal shows a more modest overall result without specific accolades noted.
- Value perspective: Federal’s lower ranking and rating suggest trade-offs that may appeal primarily on price, whereas Dunlop targets drivers prioritizing performance and safety margins.
Strengths and weaknesses:
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
- Strengths: Very good wet handling and aquaplaning resistance; short dry braking; broadly competitive results across large comparison tests.
- Weaknesses: Turn-in response on dry could be crisper (Auto Bild 2023).
Federal Evoluzion ST-1
- Strengths: Reaches the mid-field in big-group testing; suitable for drivers seeking a budget-oriented summer tyre with acceptable all-round capability.
- Weaknesses: Trails the Dunlop in overall ranking and aggregate rating; fewer standout performances highlighted in independent tests.
Verdict: If your priority is all-round performance with strong wet safety and confident braking, the Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 is the better-tested tyre overall, routinely finishing ahead of the Federal and achieving a much higher consolidated rating. The Federal Evoluzion ST-1 can still make sense for cost-conscious drivers, but expect notably weaker results in direct comparisons. In mutual tests and across our aggregated review data, the Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 is the superior choice for most drivers seeking dependable summer performance.
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1. Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 Highly recommended
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1. Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 Still recommended
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Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 3 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.
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Mutual tests
| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 58.1 | 24.8 | |||||
| Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 | 61.8 | 27 | |||||
| Federal Evoluzion ST-1 | 65 | 29 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32,1 | 28,7 | |||||
| Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 | 34,3 | 33 | |||||
| Federal Evoluzion ST-1 | 35,3 | 39,4 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,2 | 28,7 | |||||
| Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 | 35,4 | 31,4 | |||||
| Federal Evoluzion ST-1 | 37 | 33,4 | |||||
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