70
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
65/100
20 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Dunlop SP Sport Maxx ROF vs Hankook Kinergy Eco 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.
VS
71
/ 100
Objective (60%)
75/100
3 professional tests
User signal (40%)
65/100
20 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Dunlop SP Sport Maxx ROF and Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 are within 2 points overall. Dunlop SP Sport Maxx ROF is stronger on comfort and dry. Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 is stronger on treadwear and handling.
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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)
SP Sport Maxx ROF leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx ROF | Kinergy Eco 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 79 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 77 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Kinergy Eco 2 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx ROF | Kinergy Eco 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 65 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Sport Maxx ROF leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx ROF | Kinergy Eco 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 64 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx ROF | Kinergy Eco 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 72 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Kinergy Eco 2 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx ROF | Kinergy Eco 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 44 | 68 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Kinergy Eco 2 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx ROF | Kinergy Eco 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 59 | 65 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 82 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx ROF | Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 70 | 71 |
| Dry | 84 | 78 |
| Wet | 76 | 77 |
| Comfort | 74 | 64 |
| Noise | – | 72 |
| Treadwear | 59 | 68 |
| Handling | 59 | 65 |
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Headline score
70
/ 100
Tire A
71
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Dunlop SP Sport Maxx ROF is widely regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in ride comfort, cabin quietness, and dry-weather handling. However, these benefits are frequently offset by significant concerns regarding rapid tread wear and inconsistent traction in wet or cold conditions, leading to a polarized user experience.
Pros
- Excellent dry-weather grip and handling performance
- Superior ride comfort and low road noise levels
- Stiff sidewall construction provides stable steering feedback
- Aesthetically pleasing, aggressive tread design
Cons
- Rapid and premature tread wear
- Poor traction and safety concerns in wet or cold weather
- High replacement costs relative to longevity
- Susceptibility to road debris and sidewall damage
Observations
- High-horsepower vehicles, such as the C63s AMG, struggle with off-the-line traction, suggesting the tire is ill-suited for high-torque applications.
- Users with 20-inch and larger wheels frequently report issues with tramlining and tracking on uneven road surfaces.
- Owners of luxury SUVs like the BMW X5 and Audi SQ5 appreciate the ride quality but express frustration over the short lifespan of the tires in these heavier applications.
The Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 is widely regarded as a budget-friendly, value-oriented tire that offers competent dry-weather performance and respectable longevity for daily commuting. While many users appreciate its affordability and fuel efficiency, the consensus is polarized regarding its noise levels and wet-weather confidence, with several reports of premature road noise and inconsistent grip in adverse conditions.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Good dry-weather traction and handling
- High fuel efficiency due to low rolling resistance
- Impressive tread life and durability for many users
Cons
- High levels of road noise
- Inconsistent wet-weather grip and braking performance
- Stiff ride quality and lack of comfort
- Potential for premature dry rot or accelerated wear in specific conditions
Observations
- Users transitioning from larger wheels (17-inch) to smaller diameters (15-inch) reported a significant reduction in road noise.
- Drivers of light city vehicles reported better-than-average tread longevity compared to heavier or more powerful vehicle applications.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport Maxx ROF | B · Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
70
/ 100
Dunlop
71
/ 100
Hankook
Too close to call: Dunlop SP Sport Maxx ROF and Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 are within 2 points overall. Dunlop SP Sport Maxx ROF is stronger on comfort and dry. Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 is stronger on treadwear and handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Sport Maxx ROF scores 74 vs 64 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 scores 68 vs 59 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Dunlop SP Sport Maxx ROF scores 84 vs 78 on dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 scores 65 vs 59 on handling.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport Maxx ROF
Tire B · Hankook Kinergy Eco 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.