70
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
74/100
2 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Avon Turbosteel 70 vs Dunlop Sport Maxx RT — 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
Tire B
Dunlop
Dunlop Sport Maxx RT
77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
180 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop Sport Maxx RT — better wet, treadwear and dry. Pick the Avon Turbosteel 70 if comfort matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
5 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)
Sport Maxx RT leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Turbosteel 70 | Sport Maxx RT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 88 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 92 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Sport Maxx RT leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Turbosteel 70 | Sport Maxx RT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 79 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 84 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 87 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Turbosteel 70 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Turbosteel 70 | Sport Maxx RT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 70 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 95 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Sport Maxx RT leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Turbosteel 70 | Sport Maxx RT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 70 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 60 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 84 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Sport Maxx RT leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Turbosteel 70 | Sport Maxx RT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 81 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Avon Turbosteel 70 | Dunlop Sport Maxx RT |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 70 | 77 |
| Dry | 80 | 88 |
| Wet | 70 | 84 |
| Comfort | 85 | 82 |
| Treadwear | 50 | 60 |
| Handling | 80 | 81 |
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70
/ 100
Tire A
77
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Avon Turbosteel 70 is a niche, period-correct tire primarily valued by owners of classic luxury vehicles for its authentic aesthetic and high levels of ride comfort. While enthusiasts praise its build quality and quiet operation, the limited user feedback highlights a significant concern regarding structural integrity and long-term reliability.
Pros
- Excellent ride comfort and quiet operation
- Authentic period-correct aesthetic for classic vehicles
- High manufacturing quality and factory-balanced roundness
Cons
- Reports of severe internal structural failure
- Limited availability and niche application
- Potential for deformation under load
Observations
- Specifically designed and utilized for classic luxury vehicles like Range Rovers and Aston Martins from the 1970s and 1980s.
- Exclusively available in the 235/70/15 size, limiting its application to specific vintage wheel configurations.
The Dunlop SportMaxx RT is widely regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in dry and wet grip, offering a comfortable and quiet ride that often transforms the driving dynamics of the vehicles it is fitted to. While users frequently praise its handling, braking, and confidence-inspiring feedback, the consensus is heavily polarized by its rapid tread wear, which many owners find unacceptable for daily driving.
Pros
- Exceptional grip in both dry and wet conditions
- High levels of ride comfort and low road noise
- Predictable handling and communicative steering feedback
- Strong braking performance
- Good value for money compared to other premium brands
Cons
- Rapid tread wear and short lifespan
- Soft sidewalls which some users find less sharp for aggressive cornering
- Reports of cracking or premature aging of the rubber compound
- Poor performance in snow or freezing temperatures
- Inconsistent longevity across different vehicle weights and driving styles
Observations
- Users with heavy front-wheel-drive vehicles or high-torque diesel estates frequently report the fastest tread wear, often requiring replacement under 15,000 miles.
- Owners of performance-oriented cars (e.g., Alfa Romeo, Mazda, Volvo) often report that the tire significantly improves ride quality and noise levels compared to stiffer OEM tires like run-flats or Pirelli P Zeros.
- Some users on 19-inch sizes noted increased road noise and harshness, suggesting the tire's comfort benefits may be more pronounced on smaller rim diameters.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Avon Turbosteel 70 | B · Dunlop Sport Maxx RT |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Touring tires | — |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
| Sizes available | — | 5 |
| Rim diameters | — | 17″ – 19″ |
| Tread depth | — | 9/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 240 A A |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
70
/ 100
Avon
77
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Dunlop Sport Maxx RT — better wet, treadwear and dry. Pick the Avon Turbosteel 70 if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop Sport Maxx RT scores 84 vs 70 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop Sport Maxx RT scores 60 vs 50 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Dunlop Sport Maxx RT scores 88 vs 80 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Avon Turbosteel 70 scores 85 vs 82 on comfort.
Tire A · Avon Turbosteel 70
Tire B · Dunlop Sport Maxx RT
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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.