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 Toyo Proxes R39 — 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
82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
83/100
3 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Toyo Proxes R39 — better dry, comfort and wet. 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)
Proxes R39 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx TT | Proxes R39 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 97 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Proxes R39 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx TT | Proxes R39 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 83 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Proxes R39 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx TT | Proxes R39 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 80 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Proxes R39 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx TT | Proxes R39 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 73 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Proxes R39 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx TT | Proxes R39 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 83 |
| DriverReviews owners | 82 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT | Toyo Proxes R39 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 82 |
| Dry | 86 | 97 |
| Wet | 75 | 83 |
| Snow | 70 | – |
| Comfort | 69 | 80 |
| Noise | 95 | – |
| Treadwear | 66 | 73 |
| Handling | 76 | 83 |
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Headline score
74
/ 100
Tire A
82
/ 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 Toyo Proxes R39 receives highly polarized feedback, with users divided between its strong dry-weather performance and significant concerns regarding longevity. While some drivers appreciate the tire's value and handling characteristics, others report premature tread wear that falls well below industry expectations.
Pros
- Excellent dry road handling and grip
- Competitive price-to-quality ratio
- Reliable performance in wet conditions
Cons
- Extremely rapid tread wear
- Poor overall durability and longevity
- Inconsistent lifespan expectations
Observations
- Owners of heavier, turbocharged AWD vehicles like the Mazda CX-5 have reported exceptionally short tread life, suggesting the tire may struggle with the torque and weight of modern crossovers.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT | B · Toyo Proxes R39 |
|---|---|---|
| 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
82
/ 100
Toyo
Winner: Toyo Proxes R39 — better dry, comfort and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Toyo Proxes R39 scores 97 vs 86 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Toyo Proxes R39 scores 80 vs 69 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Toyo Proxes R39 scores 83 vs 75 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Toyo Proxes R39 scores 73 vs 66 on treadwear.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT
Tire B · Toyo Proxes R39
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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.