84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
82/100
69 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop SP Sport FM800 vs Dunlop Sport Maxx 050+ — 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
71
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
60/100
44 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SP Sport FM800 — better comfort, wet and dry. 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 FM800 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport FM800 | Sport Maxx 050+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 80 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
SP Sport FM800 leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport FM800 | Sport Maxx 050+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 69 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Sport FM800 leads by 25
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport FM800 | Sport Maxx 050+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 62 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Sport FM800 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport FM800 | Sport Maxx 050+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 81 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Sport FM800 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport FM800 | Sport Maxx 050+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 78 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport FM800 | Dunlop Sport Maxx 050+ |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 84 | 71 |
| Dry | 88 | 77 |
| Wet | 86 | 67 |
| Snow | – | 90 |
| Comfort | 84 | 59 |
| Noise | – | 90 |
| Treadwear | 82 | 74 |
| Handling | 83 | 78 |
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Headline score
84
/ 100
Tire A
71
/ 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 FM800 is widely regarded as a high-value, mid-budget tire that punches above its weight class in terms of wet and dry grip, comfort, and noise suppression. While most users praise its performance-to-price ratio, some report inconsistent tread longevity and a decline in performance as the rubber compound hardens over time.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction
- High value for money compared to premium brands
- Low road noise and high ride comfort
- Predictable handling and progressive grip limits
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life reported by some users
- Performance degradation as the tire ages/hardens
- Not suitable for high-horsepower or aggressive track use
- Occasional reports of sidewall stiffness or lack of steering precision
Observations
- Users on smaller, lighter vehicles (e.g., VW Up, Ford Focus) report excellent handling and satisfaction.
- Drivers of high-performance or heavy vehicles (e.g., C63s AMG, Jaguar XF) noted that the tire struggles with high torque and may experience premature or uneven wear.
- Some users noted that steering feel can be perceived as vague on certain tire profiles, likely due to sidewall construction.
The Dunlop Sport Maxx 050+ receives a polarized reception, often serving as a divisive Original Equipment (OE) choice for premium vehicles. While many users praise its dry-weather handling and value-for-money proposition, a significant portion of owners report severe dissatisfaction regarding cabin noise, ride harshness, and unpredictable wet-weather performance.
Pros
- Strong dry-weather grip and cornering stability
- Competitive pricing compared to premium European rivals
- Good tread longevity for a performance-oriented tire
- Responsive steering feedback
Cons
- High levels of road and cabin noise
- Harsh ride quality and lack of comfort
- Poor wet-weather traction and susceptibility to hydroplaning
- Inconsistent performance on uneven road surfaces
Observations
- Owners of Lexus and Infiniti models frequently cite this tire as a major detractor from the vehicle's intended luxury and comfort experience.
- Users transitioning from Run-Flat tires to the 050+ often report an improvement in ride comfort, whereas those moving from premium touring tires report a significant increase in noise.
- Performance-oriented drivers on high-power sedans generally report higher satisfaction with grip levels than those using the tire for daily commuting on standard passenger vehicles.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport FM800 | B · Dunlop Sport Maxx 050+ |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
84
/ 100
Dunlop
71
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Dunlop SP Sport FM800 — better comfort, wet and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Sport FM800 scores 84 vs 59 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop SP Sport FM800 scores 86 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Dunlop SP Sport FM800 scores 88 vs 77 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop SP Sport FM800 scores 82 vs 74 on treadwear.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport FM800
Tire B · Dunlop Sport Maxx 050+
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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.