Comparison: Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 vs. Kumho Ecsta PS71 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (Dunlop) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho). Dunlop is a brand that belongs to the GoodYear group. Generally, Dunlop summer tyres are slightly better rated (76%) than Kumho (70%). In this particular case, the Kumho Ecsta PS71 has a better rating of 86% compared to 77% of the Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2. The first tyre test of Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 was done in 2016, compared to 2018 when was the Kumho Ecsta PS71 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the SP Sport MAXX RT2 and the Ecsta PS71 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 93% of Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (77%) of the Kumho Ecsta PS71 also have A wet ratings.