78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
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User signal (40%)
73/100
135 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental ContiSportContact 5P vs Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV — Compared (September 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
73/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
61/100
13 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Continental ContiSportContact 5P and Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV are within 2 points overall. Continental ContiSportContact 5P is stronger on noise and comfort. Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV is stronger on handling, dry and wet.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | ContiSportContact 5P | Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 95 |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 83 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | ContiSportContact 5P | Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 91 |
| Tire Rack owners | 79 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 67 |
| SimpleTire owners | 73 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | ContiSportContact 5P | Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 73 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
ContiSportContact 5P leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | ContiSportContact 5P | Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 76 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
ContiSportContact 5P leads by 31
Why this score
| Source | ContiSportContact 5P | Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 68 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | ContiSportContact 5P | Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 56 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 55 | 40 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | ContiSportContact 5P | Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 87 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental ContiSportContact 5P | Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 78 | 77 |
| Dry | 87 | 91 |
| Wet | 81 | 85 |
| Snow | 93 | – |
| Comfort | 76 | 72 |
| Noise | 99 | 68 |
| Treadwear | 59 | 63 |
| Handling | 75 | 87 |
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Headline score
78
/ 100
Tire A
77
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental ContiSportContact 5 P is widely regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in dry and wet grip, providing exceptional handling and confidence for spirited driving. While users frequently praise its steering precision and comfort, the consensus is heavily polarized by its rapid tread wear and high price point, leading many to view it as a premium, short-lived performance option rather than a long-term value choice.
Pros
- Exceptional grip in both dry and wet conditions
- High levels of steering feedback and cornering precision
- Superior ride comfort and bump absorption compared to many UHP rivals
- Strong braking performance and stability at high speeds
Cons
- Rapid and often premature tread wear
- High purchase price relative to longevity
- Increased road noise as the tire ages
- Performance drop-off once tread depth reaches the lower limits
Observations
- Owners of high-torque, front-wheel-drive vehicles (e.g., Cupra, Leon, S-Max) frequently report significant wheel hop and accelerated front-tire wear.
- Users with staggered setups on performance sedans (e.g., Mercedes C63, BMW 530D) note that rear tires often require replacement significantly sooner than the fronts.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles or SUVs occasionally report that the tire's soft sidewall, while comfortable, can feel less precise under heavy cornering loads.
The Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV is generally regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in dry handling, cornering predictability, and cabin quietness. While many users praise its performance as an original equipment choice for performance-oriented vehicles, there are notable concerns regarding tread longevity and potential structural deformation issues.
Pros
- Exceptional dry handling and cornering stability
- Low road noise levels contributing to a quiet ride
- Predictable performance and driver confidence in various conditions
- Strong performance as an original equipment (OE) fitment for performance vehicles
Cons
- Reports of premature tread wear and limited mileage
- Significant concerns regarding structural deformation and vibration
- Noticeable decline in wet weather traction as the tread wears down
- Higher price point compared to some competitors with similar performance ratings
Observations
- Users with high-performance vehicles like the Subaru STi and Nissan GTR report that the stiff sidewall construction is well-matched to their handling characteristics.
- Drivers of SUVs and 4x4s have reported issues with tire deformation when the vehicle is left stationary for extended periods.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental ContiSportContact 5P | B · Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | — | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 27 | — |
| Rim diameters | 18″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 8 - 10/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 240 - 280 AA A | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | — |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
78
/ 100
Continental
77
/ 100
Dunlop
Too close to call: Continental ContiSportContact 5P and Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV are within 2 points overall. Continental ContiSportContact 5P is stronger on noise and comfort. Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV is stronger on handling, dry and wet.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Continental ContiSportContact 5P scores 99 vs 68 on noise.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV scores 87 vs 75 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental ContiSportContact 5P scores 76 vs 72 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV scores 91 vs 87 on dry.
Tire A · Continental ContiSportContact 5P
Tire B · Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.