Comparison: Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 vs. Michelin Pilot Sport 5 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (Dunlop) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Dunlop is a brand that belongs to the GoodYear group. Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Dunlop (76%). In this particular case, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has a better rating of 94% 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 2022 when was the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the SP Sport MAXX RT2 and the Pilot Sport 5 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (94%) of the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 also have A wet ratings.