Dunlop Winter Maxx Tire Review & Rating

The Dunlop Winter Maxx is a studless ice and snow tire that is built for use on a wide range of coupes, sedans, minivans and crossover vehicles. While most winter tires feature a directional tread design, the Winter Maxx has a unique asymmetric pattern. (Asymmetric patterns are generally quieter than their symmetric counterparts.)

Dunlop uses a silica enhanced Nano-Fit rubber that is more flexible and rigid for increased grip in all types of winter conditions. Independent tread blocks combine with this asymmetric pattern to deliver capable traction and handling on wet, snow, black ice, packed snow and slush.

Wider tread grooves and lugs give additional traction and handling in wet and icy conditions. This is further enhanced by the Maxx Sharp Edge and Miura-Ori sipes, that allow these tires to bite into snow and ice more effectively than many of their competitors.

Jointless Band Technology used in the tread makeup creates a comfortable ride quality, while adding strength and durability. Dunlop offers a number of 13 to 19-inch sizes that come with either an R or T-speed rating. The Winter Maxx is covered by Dunlop’s limited tread warranty.

Pros

• Handling, control, traction and braking in snow and slush
• Comfortable ride
• Treadwear

Cons

• Ice and hard-pack acceleration/braking
• Major increase in steering response

Overall Thoughts

It seems that the Winter Maxx delivers a mixed bag of results for the most part. On the positive side you can expect good traction and stability in light to deeper amounts of snow, as well as a comfortable ride quality and decent treadlife.

On the negative side we were surprised with the steering response. It’s slower than most winter tires and does not inspire much in the way of confidence, especially on icy surfaces. Beyond that, acceleration and braking on ice and hard-pack snow is not as good as other tires at the top of this class.

Overall, while this is not a “bad” tire by any means, we feel it ranks in the lower half of the studless winter tire category. Other models like the Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 and Michelin Xi3 both provide much higher all-around performance.

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What Vehicles Will The Dunlop Winter Maxx Fit?

(Please note that this is not a complete list of all vehicles this tire will fit.)

• Acura TL, RSX, Integra, TSX
• BMW 325i
• Chevrolet Cruze, Cobalt, Cavalier, Malibu, Impala
• Dodge Avenger, Grand Caravan, Challenger, Intrepid, Neon
• Ford Taurus, Five Hundred, Focus, Mondeo, Crown Victoria
• Honda Accord, Civic, Odyssey
• Hyundai Sonata, Elantra
• Kia Optima
• Mazda Protege, Mazda3, Mazda5, RX-7, MPV, Miata, RX-8
• Mercedes-Benz CLK320, E320
• Nissan Altima, Quest, Maxima, Sentra
• Plymouth Voyager
• Pontiac G8, Grand Prix, G5, Vibe, G6, Bonneville
• Saturn SC2, Sky
• Subaru Outback, Impreza WRX, Legacy
• Toyota Camry, Corolla, Solara, Echo, MR2, Sienna
• Volkswagen Jetta, Passat, Golf

Tire Sizes

13″

175/70R13 82T BLK

14″

165/65R14 79R BLK
175/65R14 82T BLK
175/70R14 84T BLK
185/60R14 82T BLK
185/65R14 86T BLK
185/70R14 88T BLK

15″

175/65R15 84T BLK
185/55R15 82T BLK
185/60R15 84T BLK
185/65R15 88T BLK
195/55R15 85T BLK
195/60R15 88T BLK
195/65R15 91T BLK
205/65R15 94T BLK
205/70R15 96T BLK
215/70R15 98T BLK

16″

195/55R16 XL 91T BLK
205/55R16 XL 94T BLK
205/60R16 XL 96T BLK
205/65R16 95T BLK
215/55R16 XL 97T BLK
215/60R16 XL 99T BLK
215/65R16 98T BLK
225/55R16 XL 99T BLK
225/60R16 XL 102T BLK

17″

205/50R17 XL 93T BLK
215/50R17 XL 95T BLK
215/55R17 94T BLK
215/60R17 96T BLK
225/45R17 XL 94T BLK
225/50R17 XL 98T BLK
225/55R17 XL 101T BLK
235/45R17 XL 97T BLK
245/45R17 XL 99T BLK

18″

225/40R18 XL 92T BLK
225/45R18 XL 95T BLK
225/55R18 98T BLK
245/40R18 XL 97T BLK
245/45R18 XL 100T BLK
255/45R18 XL 103T BLK

19″

245/45R19 98T BLK

Price Range

Dunlop Winter Maxx prices range from approximately $65 and up. You may also find occasional rebates, discount prices, coupons and special offers on this tire.

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Warranty

Dunlop provides a limited tread warranty on the Winter Maxx. Tire uniformity is guaranteed for the first year or first 2/32 inch of wear. Materials and workmanship are warranted for 6-years and include free replacement during the first year or first 2/32 inch of wear. A prorated amount is given for the remaining time period or down to the final 2/32 inch of tread depth.

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