58
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
55/100
27 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop SP Sport 2050M vs Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 — Compared (May 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
91
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
92/100
172 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 — better handling, wet and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
Assurance Triplemax 2 leads by 25
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 2050M | Assurance Triplemax 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 59 | 81 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Assurance Triplemax 2 leads by 35
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 2050M | Assurance Triplemax 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 41 | 71 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Assurance Triplemax 2 leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 2050M | Assurance Triplemax 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 51 | 68 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Assurance Triplemax 2 leads by 34
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 2050M | Assurance Triplemax 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 44 | 76 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Assurance Triplemax 2 leads by 40
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 2050M | Assurance Triplemax 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 51 | 70 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport 2050M | Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 58 | 91 |
| Dry | 70 | 95 |
| Wet | 57 | 92 |
| Comfort | 63 | 91 |
| Noise | – | 92 |
| Treadwear | 55 | 89 |
| Handling | 51 | 91 |
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Headline score
58
/ 100
Tire A
91
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Dunlop SP Sport 2050M is a polarizing tire that frequently serves as original equipment on performance-oriented vehicles. While many users praise its dry-weather handling, steering feedback, and quiet ride quality, it is widely criticized for inconsistent wet-weather performance, rapid tread wear, and premature sidewall cracking.
Pros
- Strong dry-weather grip and handling performance
- Excellent steering feedback and road feel
- Quiet and smooth ride quality
- Stiff sidewall construction provides stability for high-speed cornering
Cons
- Poor traction and confidence in wet or cold conditions
- Rapid and inconsistent tread wear
- High susceptibility to premature sidewall cracking
- High cost-to-longevity ratio
Observations
- High-horsepower vehicles (e.g., C63s AMG, Mazda 3 MPS) frequently report significant traction loss during acceleration and poor wet-weather performance.
- Users of Mazda 6 and Mazda 5 models frequently report uneven wear patterns, specifically on the inner shoulders, often attributed to vehicle alignment or camber settings.
- Luxury vehicle owners (e.g., Lexus SC430) appreciate the stiff sidewall for maintaining handling characteristics, though they remain divided on the trade-off between comfort and longevity.
The Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 is widely regarded as a high-value, performance-oriented tire that excels in wet and dry braking and handling. While users consistently praise its confidence-inspiring grip and stability, the consensus is tempered by reports of increased road noise as the tread wears and a ride quality that some find stiffer than premium competitors.
Pros
- Excellent wet and dry braking performance
- Strong cornering stability and handling confidence
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium brands
- Effective hydroplaning resistance
Cons
- Noticeable increase in road noise as the tire ages
- Stiff ride quality that transmits road imperfections
- Inconsistent tread life reports, with some users experiencing premature wear
- Potential decline in wet weather performance as tread depth decreases
Observations
- Users on smaller hatchbacks and sedans (e.g., Proton, Honda Fit) report excellent handling characteristics, though some note the tire feels 'crashy' over potholes.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles or those with stiffer suspensions report that the tire's firm sidewall can lead to a harsh ride on rough surfaces.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport 2050M | B · Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
58
/ 100
Dunlop
91
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 — better handling, wet and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 scores 91 vs 51 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 scores 92 vs 57 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 scores 89 vs 55 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 scores 91 vs 63 on comfort.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport 2050M
Tire B · Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 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.