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Dunlop SP Sport Maxx vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV — 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.

Tire A Dunlop

Dunlop SP Sport Maxx

Summer Max Performance tires

Dunlop SP Sport Maxx tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
67/100
180 owner reviews
Dry
80
Wet
70
Snow
70
Comfort
66
Noise
95
Treadwear
64
Handling
67

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Goodyear

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV

Summer Ultra High Performance tires

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
74/100
13 owner reviews
Dry
91
Wet
86
Snow
–
Comfort
82
Noise
80
Treadwear
72
Handling
100

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV — better handling, wet and comfort. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport Maxx if noise matters most to you.
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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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV leads by 11
A — Dunlop SP Sport Maxx
80
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
91
Why this score
SourceSP Sport MaxxEagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
Tyre Reviews owners 79 100
SimpleTire owners 100 –

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV leads by 16
A — Dunlop SP Sport Maxx
70
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
86
Why this score
SourceSP Sport MaxxEagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
Tyre Reviews owners 69 100
SimpleTire owners 60 –

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Dunlop SP Sport Maxx
70
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
–
Why this score
SourceSP Sport MaxxEagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
SimpleTire owners 60 –

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV leads by 16
A — Dunlop SP Sport Maxx
66
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
82
Why this score
SourceSP Sport MaxxEagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
Tyre Reviews owners 64 90
SimpleTire owners 100 –

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) SP Sport Maxx leads by 15
A — Dunlop SP Sport Maxx
95
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
80
Why this score
SourceSP Sport MaxxEagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
SimpleTire owners 80 –

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV leads by 8
A — Dunlop SP Sport Maxx
64
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
72
Why this score
SourceSP Sport MaxxEagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
Tyre Reviews owners 63 65
SimpleTire owners 80 –

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV leads by 33
A — Dunlop SP Sport Maxx
67
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
100
Why this score
SourceSP Sport MaxxEagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
Tyre Reviews owners 67 100
DriverReviews owners – 82

Scores at a glance

Dunlop SP Sport Maxx vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryDunlop SP Sport MaxxGoodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
Relative Score 72 84
Dry 80 91
Wet 70 86
Snow 70 –
Comfort 66 82
Noise 95 80
Treadwear 64 72
Handling 67 100

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Tire A

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.

Tire A Dunlop SP Sport Maxx

The Dunlop SP Sport Maxx is a polarizing ultra-high-performance tire that excels in dry-weather handling and steering responsiveness but faces significant criticism regarding tread longevity and noise levels. While many users praise its initial grip and stability, a substantial portion of the user base reports inconsistent performance in wet conditions and premature wear, leading to a mixed overall consensus.

Pros

  • Strong dry-weather grip and cornering stability
  • High level of steering feedback and precision
  • Effective rim protection design
  • Good aquaplaning resistance in straight lines

Cons

  • Rapid and often uneven tread wear
  • High levels of road noise, particularly as the tire ages
  • Inconsistent or poor wet-weather traction
  • Susceptibility to sidewall cracking and bubbling

Observations

  • Owners of high-torque, rear-wheel-drive vehicles frequently report excessive wheel spin and poor traction off the line.
  • Drivers of heavier luxury sedans and SUVs often note that the tire's stiff sidewall provides good handling but can lead to a harsh ride and increased cabin noise.
  • Users with high-performance hatchbacks frequently report 'sawtoothing' wear patterns, resulting in significant humming noises.
Tire B Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV

The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV is highly regarded for its exceptional grip and handling characteristics, particularly in both wet and dry conditions. While it is frequently praised as a top-tier performance tire that maintains the intended driving dynamics of high-end vehicles, users consistently note that this performance comes at the cost of rapid tread wear.

Pros

  • Exceptional wet and dry surface grip
  • Superior braking performance
  • Precise cornering and turn-in response
  • Consistent handling characteristics for performance-oriented vehicles

Cons

  • Rapid tread wear and short service life
  • High price point
  • Rubber compound hardening toward the end of the tire's life

Observations

  • Owners of performance vehicles like the Porsche Cayman report that the tire is well-matched to factory suspension tuning, maintaining intended handling consistency.
  • Users report a relatively short lifespan of 15,000 to 25,000 kilometers, suggesting the tire is optimized for performance over longevity.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Dunlop SP Sport Maxx B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV
CategorySummer Max Performance tiresSummer Ultra High Performance tires
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverSUV and 4x4
Tread depth10/32″9 - 10/32″
UTQG—240 A - AA A
SidewallBlackwallRaised Black Lettering
Max pressure—50 - 51 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Dunlop

Goodyear

Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV — better handling, wet and comfort. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport Maxx if noise matters most to you.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV scores 100 vs 67 on handling.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV scores 86 vs 70 on wet.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV scores 82 vs 66 on comfort.

Pick tire A You want a quieter cabin

Dunlop SP Sport Maxx scores 95 vs 80 on noise.

Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport Maxx
Tire B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 SUV

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.