Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 vs Mabor Sport Jet 3: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 and Mabor Sport Jet 3 appear in 32 tests, 2 of which put both tires on the same track on the same day. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.
How the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 86/100, based on 30 tests.
How the Mabor Sport Jet 3 performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 81/100, based on 2 tests.
What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.
Verdict
The Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 is the stronger all-round choice, leading in wet and Tire Lab Score. The Mabor Sport Jet 3 making it the right pick if that matters most to you.
Which one should you buy?
Choose Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 if
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise noise / comfort
- You prefer the Mabor Sport Jet 3's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 | Mabor Sport Jet 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | UHP | UHP |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 30 | 2 |
| Best rank | #1 | #18 |
| Avg rank | 8.0 | 25.5 |
| Latest test | 2026 | 2020 |
| Tire Lab Score | 86.1 | 80.9 |
Tire Lab Score
Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
Mabor Sport Jet 3
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 | Mabor Sport Jet 3 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 7.7 692 | Avg rank 27.0 | Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 8.0 27 | Avg rank 25.5 | Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 7.9 33 | No data | Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 |
| 📏Mileage | Avg rank 7.4 11 | No data | Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 7.1 3 | No data | Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 |
Tests used in this comparison
Both tires were measured head-to-head in these 2 independent tests:
💧 Wet: Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 vs Mabor Sport Jet 3
The Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 wins this category with an average rank of 7.7, compared to 27.0 for the Mabor Sport Jet 3.
☀️ Dry: Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 vs Mabor Sport Jet 3
The Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 wins this category with an average rank of 8.0, compared to 25.5 for the Mabor Sport Jet 3.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 vs Mabor Sport Jet 3
The Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 wins this category with an average rank of 7.9, compared to no data for the Mabor Sport Jet 3.
📏 Mileage: Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 vs Mabor Sport Jet 3
The Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 wins this category with an average rank of 7.4, compared to no data for the Mabor Sport Jet 3.
🔋 Efficiency: Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 vs Mabor Sport Jet 3
The Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 wins this category with an average rank of 7.1, compared to no data for the Mabor Sport Jet 3.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 or Mabor Sport Jet 3?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 ranks higher on average than the Mabor Sport Jet 3.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Mabor Sport Jet 3 across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 ranks better than the Mabor Sport Jet 3.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 shows better mileage performance than the Mabor Sport Jet 3.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 appears in 30 independent tests, Mabor Sport Jet 3 in 2, with 2 head-to-head tests where both were measured.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
