74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
71/100
69 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT vs Dunlop SP Touring R1 — 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
79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
22 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SP Touring R1 — better treadwear, comfort and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
SP Sport Maxx TT leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx TT | SP Touring R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 84 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx TT | SP Touring R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 75 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Touring R1 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx TT | SP Touring R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 76 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Touring R1 leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx TT | SP Touring R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 82 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Touring R1 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx TT | SP Touring R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 81 |
| DriverReviews owners | 82 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT | Dunlop SP Touring R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 79 |
| Dry | 86 | 84 |
| Wet | 75 | 75 |
| Snow | 70 | – |
| Comfort | 69 | 76 |
| Noise | 95 | – |
| Treadwear | 66 | 82 |
| Handling | 76 | 81 |
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Headline score
74
/ 100
Tire A
79
/ 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 Maxx TT is a polarizing performance tire that excels in dry handling and steering feedback but receives significant criticism for its inconsistent tread life and high road noise. While many users praise its stiff sidewall and cornering stability, others report disappointing wet-weather performance and rapid wear, leading to a highly subjective ownership experience.
Pros
- Excellent dry grip and cornering stability
- Precise steering feedback and stiff sidewall construction
- Strong performance in warm, dry conditions
- Good rim protection and aesthetic appeal
Cons
- High levels of road noise reported across various vehicles
- Inconsistent and often rapid tread wear
- Poor wet-weather traction and braking performance for many users
- Significant loss of performance as the tire ages
Observations
- Users with high-torque vehicles (e.g., C63s AMG) report significant traction issues and wheel spin, suggesting the tire may struggle with high-horsepower applications.
- Mazda 3 owners frequently cite the tire as being excessively noisy, though this is often attributed to the vehicle's own cabin insulation.
- Drivers of luxury sedans like the Lexus SC430 appreciate the stiff sidewall for maintaining handling characteristics, whereas others find the same stiffness results in a harsh ride.
The Dunlop SP Touring R1 is generally regarded as a reliable, budget-friendly touring tire that excels in longevity and comfort for daily family driving. While many users praise its dry-weather performance and value, there is a significant polarization regarding wet-weather safety, with some users reporting excellent traction and others describing it as inadequate.
Pros
- High tread longevity and durability
- Excellent value for money
- Comfortable and quiet ride quality
- Reliable dry-weather grip and braking
Cons
- Inconsistent wet-weather performance
- Reports of sidewall vulnerability
- Occasional road noise feedback
- Variability in actual tire width compared to specifications
Observations
- Users driving standard family vehicles and sedans (e.g., Toyota Corolla, Honda City) report high satisfaction for daily commuting.
- Some users noted that the physical width of the tire may measure narrower than the stated nominal size.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT | B · Dunlop SP Touring R1 |
|---|---|---|
| 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?
74
/ 100
Dunlop
79
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Dunlop SP Touring R1 — better treadwear, comfort and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop SP Touring R1 scores 82 vs 66 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Touring R1 scores 76 vs 69 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SP Touring R1 scores 81 vs 76 on handling.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT
Tire B · Dunlop SP Touring R1
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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.