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Comparison: Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 vs. GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2 vs. Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV vs. Hankook Ventus Evo


When comparing Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 and Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 tyres, it's clear to see a few key differences. Both are summer tyres provided by leading manufacturers, Goodyear and Dunlop respectively.


The Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 comes as a successor to the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance model and has earned a rating of 84% on our site. Notably, the Goodyear tyre ranked 9th and 18th in the ADAC and Autobild tests, competing against 16 and 51 tyres respectively. It's been recognized for its remarkable mileage capabilities, good price/value ratio, and comfort. Autobild 2022 test highlighted its excellent mileage and low rolling resistance but noted its higher price level.


Meanwhile, the Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2, a Ultra-Ultra-High-Performance (UUHP) type tyre, has earned us rating of 72%. In mutual tests, Dunlop tyre demonstrated stronger positions, ranking 5th and 7th in the ADAC and Autobild tests respectively. It was applauded for its aquaplaning performance, especially in the cross direction, and comfort. Autobild 2022 praised it for its precise handling under wet conditions, short braking distances, and good rolling comfort, while pointing out a slightly delayed steering response on dry roads.


Verdict: Both tyres have their strengths, with the Goodyear tyre excelling in mileage and comfort but coming in at a higher price point. On the other hand, the Dunlop tyre showcases impressive aquaplaning performance and comfort at a fair price. Under mutual test conditions, Dunlop has performed slightly better. However, final decision will be best made considering the specific needs and preferences of the driver.

Test Profile

Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Dunlop
SP Sport MAXX RT2
GoodYear
Efficientgrip Performance 2
Goodyear
Efficientgrip 2 SUV
Hankook
Ventus Evo
Number of tests
18
26
3
5
3
Best position
#1
#2
#2
#1
#2
Average position
6.1
7.5
3.3
2.2
3.3
Latest test
2024
2025
2026
2025
2026
Available sizes
47
101
40
63
60

Wet

Wet
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
79%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
83%
Hankook Ventus Evo
87%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
92%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
66%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
78%
Hankook Ventus Evo
81%
Wet handling
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
68%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
74%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
86%
Hankook Ventus Evo
87%
Aquaplaning - cross
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
88%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
69%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
82%
Hankook Ventus Evo
71%
Wet braking
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
70%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
78%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
85%
Hankook Ventus Evo
95%
Wet circle cornering
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
89%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
76%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
61%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
79%
Hankook Ventus Evo
96%

Dry

Dry
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
74%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
75%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
83%
Hankook Ventus Evo
83%
Dry braking
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
78%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
82%
Hankook Ventus Evo
76%
Dry handling
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
72%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
84%
Hankook Ventus Evo
90%

Comfort

Comfort
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
72%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
70%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
92%
Hankook Ventus Evo
75%
Exterior noise
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
72%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
67%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
90%
Hankook Ventus Evo
73%
Comfort
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
60%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
74%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
59%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
83%
Hankook Ventus Evo
76%
Interior noise
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
71%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
68%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
73%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
100%

Costs

Costs
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
70%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
83%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
84%
Hankook Ventus Evo
80%
Rolling resistance
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
84%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
69%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
72%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
77%
Hankook Ventus Evo
86%
Mileage
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
65%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
99%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
96%
Hankook Ventus Evo
71%
Price/value
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
97%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
70%
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
87%
Hankook Ventus Evo
71%

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