Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 review
The Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 receives highly polarized feedback, with many users expressing significant dissatisfaction regarding its performance as an Original Equipment (OE) tire. While a minority of drivers appreciate its dry-weather handling and value, a substantial number of owners report dangerous handling characteristics, poor wet-weather traction, and premature tread wear.
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Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
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39.1%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 17 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 receives highly polarized feedback, with many users expressing significant dissatisfaction regarding its performance as an Original Equipment (OE) tire. While a minority of drivers appreciate its dry-weather handling and value, a substantial number of owners report dangerous handling characteristics, poor wet-weather traction, and premature tread wear.
Pros
- Satisfactory handling and steering feedback in dry conditions
- Competitive pricing compared to premium aftermarket alternatives
- Improved performance over certain budget-tier replacement tires
Cons
- Severe lack of wet-weather grip and high hydroplaning risk
- Poor directional stability, often described as 'tracking' or 'swerving' on grooved pavement
- Rapid and premature tread wear
- Excessive road noise and harsh ride quality
Worth knowing
- Owners of premium sedans like the Lexus GS350 and Infiniti Red Sport frequently report that the tire's handling characteristics do not meet the performance expectations of their vehicles.
- Users report that the tire's tendency to follow road grooves is particularly pronounced on high-performance or luxury chassis setups.
Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 specs & sizes
Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 7/32″ |
| UTQG | 280 A A |
| Sidewall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 51 psi |
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