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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV — Compared (September 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 GT

Summer Extreme Performance tires

Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
71/100
86 owner reviews
Dry
87
Wet
70
Snow
70
Comfort
71
Noise
95
Treadwear
67
Handling
72

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Goodyear

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV

Summer Ultra High Performance tires

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV tread pattern
Objective (60%)
72/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
80/100
22 owner reviews
Dry
92
Wet
87
Snow
–
Comfort
84
Noise
60
Treadwear
86
Handling
89

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV — better treadwear, wet and handling. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT 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 3 SUV leads by 5
A — Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT
87
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV
92
Why this score
SourceSP Sport Maxx GTEagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV
Professional tests (TWG score) – 94
Tire Rack owners 89 –
Tyre Reviews owners 86 94
SimpleTire owners 95 –

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV leads by 17
A — Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT
70
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV
87
Why this score
SourceSP Sport Maxx GTEagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV
Professional tests (TWG score) – 88
Tire Rack owners 83 –
Tyre Reviews owners 67 90
SimpleTire owners 90 –

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT
70
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV
–
Why this score
SourceSP Sport Maxx GTEagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV
SimpleTire owners 70 –

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV leads by 13
A — Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT
71
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV
84
Why this score
SourceSP Sport Maxx GTEagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV
Tire Rack owners 82 –
Tyre Reviews owners 68 85
SimpleTire owners 95 –

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) SP Sport Maxx GT leads by 35
A — Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT
95
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV
60
Why this score
SourceSP Sport Maxx GTEagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV
Professional tests (TWG score) – 47
SimpleTire owners 95 –

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV leads by 19
A — Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT
67
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV
86
Why this score
SourceSP Sport Maxx GTEagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV
Tire Rack owners 73 –
Tyre Reviews owners 66 92
SimpleTire owners 70 –

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV leads by 17
A — Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT
72
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV
89
Why this score
SourceSP Sport Maxx GTEagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV
Tyre Reviews owners 72 89
DriverReviews owners 84 84

Scores at a glance

Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryDunlop SP Sport Maxx GTGoodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV
Relative Score 75 84
Dry 87 92
Wet 70 87
Snow 70 –
Comfort 71 84
Noise 95 60
Treadwear 67 86
Handling 72 89

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Tire A

Tire B

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Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT

The Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT is a polarizing ultra-high-performance summer tire that excels in dry-weather handling and steering feedback but receives highly inconsistent feedback regarding wet-weather safety and tread longevity. While many users praise its quiet ride and stability on premium sedans, a significant portion of the user base reports poor traction in wet or cold conditions and premature sidewall degradation.

Pros

  • Exceptional dry-weather grip and cornering stability
  • Quiet and comfortable ride quality for a performance tire
  • Strong steering feedback and predictable handling characteristics
  • Attractive aesthetic design with effective rim protection

Cons

  • Significant loss of traction and aquaplaning risk in wet or cold conditions
  • Inconsistent tread life, with many reports of rapid wear or premature inner sidewall failure
  • High price point relative to competitors with similar or better performance
  • Susceptibility to tramlining and harshness on poor road surfaces

Observations

  • Users with high-horsepower AWD vehicles (Audi Quattro, etc.) generally report better satisfaction with the tire's performance than those with high-torque RWD sports cars.
  • Owners of larger, heavier vehicles (Audi A7, BMW 6-series) frequently report issues with sidewall integrity and inner-edge wear.
  • The tire is noted to be particularly unsuitable for winter or near-freezing temperatures, with multiple reports of it becoming brittle and losing all traction.
Tire B Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV

The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV is generally regarded as a high-performance tire that balances excellent wet and dry grip with a comfortable, quiet ride. While many users praise its handling precision and comfort, consensus is divided regarding tread longevity and sidewall durability, with some drivers experiencing rapid wear and vulnerability to road hazards.

Pros

  • Excellent wet and dry traction
  • High levels of ride comfort and low noise
  • Responsive and precise steering feel
  • Strong performance in cornering and braking

Cons

  • Short tread life and rapid wear
  • Soft sidewalls susceptible to pothole damage
  • Inconsistent noise levels depending on road surface
  • Poor performance in snowy conditions

Observations

  • Users driving heavy SUVs like the Volkswagen Touareg noted that while the tire offers good longevity for the vehicle's weight, it can be sensitive to road surface changes.
  • Performance sedan owners report high satisfaction with handling, though some note that the soft sidewalls can lead to unpredictable steering transitions under aggressive driving.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV
CategorySummer Extreme Performance tiresSummer Ultra High Performance tires
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverSUV and 4x4
Sizes available51
Rim diameters20″ – 21″21″
Tread depth10/32″8 - 9/32″
UTQG240 A A240 - 300 A - AA A
Treadwear warranty—50,000 mi
SidewallBlackwallBlack Side Wall - Raised Black Lettering
Max pressure51 psi50 - 51 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Dunlop

Goodyear

Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV — better treadwear, wet and handling. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT if noise matters most to you.

Pick tire A You want a quieter cabin

Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT scores 95 vs 60 on noise.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV scores 86 vs 67 on treadwear.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV scores 87 vs 70 on wet.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV scores 89 vs 72 on handling.

Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT
Tire B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 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.