76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
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User signal (40%)
76/100
94 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental SportContact 6 vs Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 — 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.
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77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
80/100
25 professional tests
User signal (40%)
77/100
92 owner reviews
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VerdictToo close to call: Continental SportContact 6 and Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 are within 2 points overall. Continental SportContact 6 is stronger on dry, wet and handling. Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 is stronger on treadwear.
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Category breakdown
6 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)
SportContact 6 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | SportContact 6 | SportMaxx RT 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 74 |
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 84 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
SportContact 6 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | SportContact 6 | SportMaxx RT 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 80 |
| Tire Rack owners | 82 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 78 |
| SimpleTire owners | 84 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SportContact 6 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | SportContact 6 | SportMaxx RT 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 69 |
| Tire Rack owners | 81 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 79 |
| SimpleTire owners | 92 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SportContact 6 | SportMaxx RT 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 71 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SportMaxx RT 2 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | SportContact 6 | SportMaxx RT 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 62 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 53 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | 68 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SportContact 6 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | SportContact 6 | SportMaxx RT 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 77 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental SportContact 6 | Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 76 | 77 |
| Dry | 90 | 78 |
| Wet | 86 | 79 |
| Comfort | 77 | 73 |
| Noise | – | 71 |
| Treadwear | 53 | 75 |
| Handling | 82 | 77 |
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Headline score
76
/ 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 SportContact 6 is widely regarded as a top-tier ultra-high-performance tire, praised for its exceptional dry and wet grip, precise steering feedback, and comfort. While it frequently outperforms competitors in traction and handling, the consensus is heavily marred by its rapid tread wear, which many users find unacceptable for the price point.
Pros
- Exceptional grip levels in both dry and wet conditions
- Precise, responsive steering and high-speed stability
- Superior comfort and lower road noise compared to many UHP rivals
- Excellent confidence-inspiring performance in varied weather
Cons
- Rapid tread wear and short lifespan
- High cost-per-mile due to premature replacement intervals
- Performance drop-off in cold temperatures (below 7°C)
- Fragile sidewalls susceptible to damage from road hazards
Observations
- Users with high-torque, heavy vehicles (e.g., AMG 63, BMW M-series) report significantly accelerated rear tire wear.
- Drivers of FWD performance hatchbacks often note excellent turn-in precision but struggle with traction during aggressive acceleration.
- EV owners appreciate the low noise levels but note that the vehicle's weight contributes to faster-than-expected tread degradation.
The Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 is generally regarded as a comfortable, quiet, and high-performing tire that excels in daily driving and wet weather conditions. While many users praise its grip and value, a significant segment of the enthusiast community finds the sidewalls too soft for aggressive, high-speed cornering, leading to a 'spongy' or unstable feeling under heavy load.
Pros
- Excellent wet weather traction and aquaplaning resistance
- High levels of ride comfort and low road noise
- Strong value proposition compared to other premium UHP tires
- Effective rim protection features
- Good steering feedback for normal to spirited road driving
Cons
- Soft sidewalls can feel unstable or 'wobbly' during aggressive cornering
- Reports of premature tread cracking or uneven wear in some cases
- Performance can degrade significantly as the tire wears down
- Some users report vibration issues or difficulty balancing the tires
- Not ideal for track use or extremely heavy, high-torque vehicles
Observations
- Users with heavier or high-torque vehicles often report that the soft sidewalls struggle to maintain composure during quick maneuvers.
- Drivers of lighter, sporty hatchbacks generally report higher satisfaction with the tire's responsiveness and weight-saving benefits.
- Several users noted that increasing tire pressure slightly can mitigate the 'spongy' sidewall sensation, though this may come at the cost of some grip.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental SportContact 6 | B · Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 39 | 4 |
| Rim diameters | 18″ – 23″ | 17″ – 19″ |
| Tread depth | 8/32″ | 10/32″ |
| UTQG | 240 A A | 300 A A |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 psi | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
76
/ 100
Continental
77
/ 100
Dunlop
Too close to call: Continental SportContact 6 and Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 are within 2 points overall. Continental SportContact 6 is stronger on dry, wet and handling. Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 is stronger on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 scores 75 vs 53 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental SportContact 6 scores 90 vs 78 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental SportContact 6 scores 86 vs 79 on wet.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Continental SportContact 6 scores 82 vs 77 on handling.
Tire A · Continental SportContact 6
Tire B · Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
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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.