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Comparison: Michelin Primacy 5 vs. Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (Dunlop). Dunlop is a brand that belongs to the GoodYear group. Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (84%) than Dunlop (63%). In this particular case, the Michelin Primacy 5 has a better rating of 84% compared to 74% of the Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2. The first tyre test of Michelin Primacy 5 was done in 2025, compared to 2016 when was the Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Michelin Primacy 5 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (93%) of the Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 also have A wet ratings.

Test Profile

Michelin
Primacy 5
Dunlop
SP Sport MAXX RT2
Number of tests
3
26
Best position
#1
#2
Average position
4.7
7.5
Latest test
2026
2025
Available sizes
126
101

Wet

Wet
Michelin Primacy 5
58%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
79%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Michelin Primacy 5
51%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
92%
Wet braking
Michelin Primacy 5
65%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
70%

Dry

Dry
Michelin Primacy 5
73%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
74%
Dry braking
Michelin Primacy 5
76%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
78%
Dry handling
Michelin Primacy 5
69%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
72%

Comfort

Comfort
Michelin Primacy 5
1%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
72%
Interior noise
Michelin Primacy 5
1%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
68%

Costs

Costs
Michelin Primacy 5
63%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
70%
Rolling resistance
Michelin Primacy 5
63%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
69%

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