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Comparison: Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 vs. Michelin Pilot Sport 5 vs. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2

Today, we're comparing two high-performance summer tyres; Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 and the Michelin Pilot Sport 5. It's the Dunlop tyre versus its successor, the Michelin tyre, a model that came after its previous models, Michelin Pilot Sport 3 and 4. This comparison should provide you with a good understanding of these two products manufactured by Dunlop and Michelin.


The Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2, boasting a rating of 72% on our site, has demonstrated good characteristics on dry and wet tracks, with commendable fuel economy and excellent aquaplaning properties as its key features. However, it showed higher wear and a shorter expected mileage in tests. The tyre finished 13th out of 50 in Autobild's test and 9th in ADAC's investigation.


Next, we have the Michelin Pilot Sport 5, with a much higher rating of 97% and excellent performance in various tests. It achieved particularly high scores for wet braking and excellent mileage, appearing well-rounded and balanced in many testing situations. Despite minor issues with cross aquaplaning, it still delivered good characteristics on wet and dry tracks. The tyre secured the third position in the ADAC tyre test and sixth position out of 50 tyres in Autobild's test.


In summary, it's clear that the Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 offers good features, like fuel economy and aquaplaning characteristics. While the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 shines with its overall balance, excellent performance on dry and wet tracks, and long predicted lifespan, and it ranks higher overall in mutual tests.


Considering all discussed points and test results, one can favour Michelin Pilot Sport 5, but choosing a tyre depends on your specific needs and what you value more in a tyre's performance. For more detailed information, please check the individual specification pages for both Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 and Michelin Pilot Sport 5.


For more tests and reviews, do not forget to check the Dunlop summer tyre page and the Michelin summer tyre page.

Test Profile

Dunlop
SP Sport MAXX RT2
Michelin
Pilot Sport 5
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Number of tests
26
14
18
Best position
#2
#1
#1
Average position
7.5
3.4
6.1
Latest test
2025
2026
2024
Available sizes
101
70
47

Dry

Dry
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
74%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
85%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Dry braking
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
78%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
87%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Dry handling
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
72%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
85%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Dry lane changing
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
82%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
91%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
87%

Wet

Wet
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
79%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
82%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Wet circle cornering
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
76%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
88%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
89%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
92%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
85%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Wet braking
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
70%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
85%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
Aquaplaning - cross
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
88%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
76%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Wet handling
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
68%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
73%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%

Comfort

Comfort
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
72%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
73%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Exterior noise
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
72%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
68%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Comfort
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
86%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
90%

Costs

Costs
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
70%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
87%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Rolling resistance
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
69%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
79%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
84%
Mileage
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
65%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
97%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Price/value
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
70%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
79%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
97%

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