Segment
1. Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 Premium2. Uniroyal RainSport 3 Upper-middle3. Yokohama Advan Fleva V701 Upper-middle4. Fulda SportControl 2 Lowcost5. Sava Intensa UHP 2 Lowcost
Comparison: Uniroyal RainSport 3 vs. Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 vs. Fulda SportControl 2 vs. Yokohama Advan Fleva V701 vs. Sava Intensa UHP 2
The tyre industry is always evolving, with manufacturers striving to offer ever better performance and value. In this text, we'll compare two popular summer tyres: the Uniroyal RainSport 3 and the Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2.
Starting with the Uniroyal RainSport 3, a tyre from Uniroyal , known for their reliable and solid performance. In our evaluation, it received an overall rating of 51%, indicating a solid middle-of-the-road performance. Though it doesn't particularly excel in any category, it provides a well-rounded performance for everyday, summer driving. However, as per the information available, the Uniroyal RainSport 3 has not been replaced by a newer model.
In contrast, the Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2, produced by the renowned tyre manufacturer Dunlop, scored considerably higher in our tests with a rating of 79%. Positioned as an ultra-high performance (UUHP) summer tyre, it delivers exceptional responsiveness and precision. It's built for speed and stability, making it an ideal choice for sporty, high-end vehicles. Nonetheless, this tyre has not been replaced by a newer model either.
Home in on the Autobild tests results, we see a slight difference in their positions. Out of a total of 52 tyres tested, the Uniroyal RainSport 3 took the 6th position, while the Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 came in close behind at 7th place. This indicates that regardless of their contrasting performances in other areas, both tyres are very closely matched.
In conclusion, the Uniroyal RainSport 3 and Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 both offer reliable summer performance. The Uniroyal is a decent all-rounder, ideal for general use, while the Dunlop, with its UUHP designation and higher rating, is likely to better suit those seeking superior performance and control at high speeds. Based on our tests, the Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 has the overall edge.
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Average position in tests
2. Fulda SportControl 2 11.694. Sava Intensa UHP 2 13.33
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Fulda SportControl 2 Exemplary2. Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 Highly recommended3. Uniroyal RainSport 3 Satisfactory4. Sava Intensa UHP 2 Satisfactory5. Yokohama Advan Fleva V701 Satisfactory
Worst rating in test
1. Uniroyal RainSport 3 Satisfactory2. Fulda SportControl 2 Satisfactory3. Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 Still recommended4. Sava Intensa UHP 2 Still recommended5. Yokohama Advan Fleva V701 Conditionally recommended
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(Overall rating)Fuel consumption according to EU label
Comfort
(Overall rating)Outside noise accoring to EU label
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Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 5 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.
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Mutual tests
| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Uniroyal Rainsport 3 Rating: Satisfactory | 3+ | 2- | 2+ | ||||
| Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 Rating: Satisfactory | 2- | 2 | 2 | ||||
| Fulda SportControl 2 Rating: Good | 2 | 2+ | 2- | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32,1 | 28,7 | |||||
| Uniroyal Rainsport 3 | 35,7 | 32,4 | |||||
| Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 | 34,3 | 33 | |||||
| Fulda SportControl 2 | 34,2 | 31,7 | |||||
| Sava Intensa UHP 2 | 34,7 | 35,5 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,2 | 28,7 | |||||
| Uniroyal Rainsport 3 | 37,4 | 32,3 | |||||
| Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 | 35,4 | 31,4 | |||||
| Fulda SportControl 2 | 35,1 | 32 | |||||
| Yokohama Advan Fleva V701 | 35,2 | 32,9 | |||||
| Sava Intensa UHP 2 | 35,7 | 32,8 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Uniroyal RainSport 3 Rating: Satisfactory | 1- | 2- | 2- | ||||
| Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2+ | 1- | ||||
| Fulda SportControl 2 Rating: Exemplary | 2 | 2+ | 2 | ||||
| Yokohama Advan Fleva V701 Rating: Conditionally recommended | 3+ | 2+ | 2 | ||||
| Sava Intensa UHP 2 Rating: Satisfactory | 2- | 2 | 2 | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 34,6 | |||||
| Uniroyal Rainsport 3 | 36,4 | 34,7 | |||||
| Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 | 34,4 | 38,3 | |||||
| Fulda SportControl 2 | 35,1 | 37,9 | |||||
| Yokohama Advan Fleva V701 | 34,9 | 40,2 | |||||
| Sava Intensa UHP 2 | 35,3 | 38,3 | |||||
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