Menu
Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 View Gallery (3)
165-275/30-80 R13-20 52 sizes 2010
Tested by Tyre Reviews View Test »

Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1

Maxtrek Tyres Touring Summer

The Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 is a Touring Summer tyre designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars.

5.1
Tyre Reviews Score Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews
Medium Confidence View Breakdown
Dry Grip
69%
Wet Grip
39%
Road Feedback
55%
Handling
51%
Wear
65%
Comfort
60%
Buy again
38%
80 Reviews
54% Average
549,247 miles driven
2 Tests (avg: 30th)
Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1

Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1

Summer Economy
BETA
5.1 / 10
Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews · Medium Confidence · Updated 23 Feb 2026

The Tyre Reviews Score is the most comprehensive tyre scoring system available. It aggregates professional test data from multiple independent publications, user reviews, and consistency analysis using Bayesian statistical methods, weighted normalisation, and recency-adjusted scoring to produce a single, reliable performance rating.

Learn more about our methodology
Category Scores
Wet
53.9
2x / 7 tests
Dry
53.8
1.8x / 4 tests
Value
44
0.42x / 2 tests
Comfort
43
0.32x / 2 tests
Cross-Category Performance

Cross-category scores are derived metrics that combine data from multiple test disciplines to evaluate real-world performance characteristics.

Handling
57.2
4 tests
Braking
52.1
4 tests
Score Components
Professional Tests
Weight: 80%
Tests: 2
Publications: 2
Period: 2021 - 2023
User Reviews
Weight: 15%
Reviews: 80
Avg Rating: 53.8%
Min Required: 5
Consistency
Weight: 5%
Score Std Dev: 0.3
History Points: 10
Methodology & Configuration
Scoring Process
  1. Collect Test Data: Gather results from professional tyre tests across multiple publications. Minimum 1 test(s) required.
  2. Normalize Positions: Convert test positions to percentile scores using exponential weighting (factor: 1.2).
  3. Apply Recency Weighting: More recent tests are weighted higher with a decay rate of 0.95.
  4. Incorporate User Reviews: Factor in user review data (minimum 5 reviews). Weight: 15%.
  5. Bayesian Smoothing: Apply Bayesian prior (score: 7, weight: 1.5) to prevent extreme scores with limited data.
  6. Calculate Final Score: Combine all components using normalization factor of 1.1. Max score with limited data: 9.5.
Component Weights
Test Data
80%
User Reviews
15%
Consistency
5%
All Configuration Parameters
ParameterValueDescription
safety_weight 0.7 Weight multiplier for safety-related metrics
performance_weight 0.55 Weight multiplier for performance metrics
comfort_weight 0.4 Weight multiplier for comfort metrics
value_weight 0.45 Weight multiplier for value-for-money metrics
user_reviews_weight 0.15 How much user reviews contribute to the final score
test_data_weight 0.8 How much professional test data contributes to the final score
consistency_weight 0.05 How much score consistency contributes to the final score
recency_decay_rate 0.95 Rate at which older test results lose influence (higher = slower decay)
min_test_count 1 Minimum number of professional tests required
min_review_count 5 Minimum number of user reviews required
score_version 1.9 Current version of the scoring algorithm
score_normalization_factor 1.1 Factor used to normalize raw scores to the 0-10 scale
confidence_factor_weight 0.2 How much data confidence affects the final score
position_penalty_weight 0.2 Penalty applied for poor test positions
gap_penalty_threshold 12 Score gap (%) that triggers additional penalties
min_metrics_count 2 Minimum number of test metrics needed per test
limited_data_threshold 2 Number of tests below which data is considered limited
single_test_penalty 0.75 Score multiplier when only one test is available
critical_metric_penalty 0.7 Penalty for poor performance on critical safety metrics
critical_metric_threshold 70 Score below which a critical metric penalty applies
position_exponential_factor 1.2 Exponent used to amplify position-based scoring
position_exponential_threshold 0.9 Position percentile below which exponential scoring applies
gap_multiplier_critical 3 Multiplier for critical gap penalties
max_category_weight 2 Maximum weight any single category can have
max_score_limited_data 9.5 Score cap when data is limited
bayesian_prior_weight 1.5 Weight of the Bayesian prior in smoothing
bayesian_prior_score 7 Prior score used for Bayesian smoothing
evidence_test_multiplier 1.9 Multiplier for test evidence in confidence calculation
evidence_metric_divisor 3 Divisor for metric count in evidence calculation
evidence_review_divisor 10 Divisor for review count in evidence calculation
combined_penalty_floor 0.2
Data Sources
TestPublicationDateSizePositionMetrics
Are Budget Tyres Finally Good Enough? 8 Cheap Tyres VS 1 Premium Tyre Tyre Reviews 2023 205/55 R16 8/9 13 metrics
2021 53 Summer Tyre Braking Test Auto Bild 2021 205/55 R16 52/53 2 metrics

Videos

Are Cheap Tires FINALLY Good Enough To Use? The Best Budget Tyres Tested

Are Cheap Tires FINALLY Good Enough To Use? The Best Budget Tyres Tested

All Tests
View Test Results
2
Tests
30th
Average
8th
Best
52nd
Worst
Latest Tyre Test Results
Are Budget Tyres Finally Good Enough? 8 Cheap Tyres VS 1 Premium Tyre
205/55 R16 • 2023
8th/9
The Maxtrek Maximus M1 finish the test in a similar situation to the Triangle, as one of the most expensive budget tyres on test, but without the performance to match.
2021 53 Summer Tyre Braking Test
205/55 R16 • 2021
52nd/53
View Test Results
Size Fuel Wet Noise
14 inch
185/70R14 92 S XL D C 71
15 inch
185/65R15 88 H D C 70
16 inch
215/60R16 95 H D C 71
205/55R16 91 V D C 71
17 inch
205/50R17 93 V XL D C 72
View All Sizes and EU Label Scores for the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 >>

Questions and Answers for the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1

Ask a question
February 24, 2023

Do these tyres perform or are they fuel economy tyres ?

As they've been in one test and placed 52nd of 53, it's safe to assume these perform like similarly priced tyres, ie poorly.

Review Summary

Based on 76 user reviews

For the Maxtrek Maximus M1, most drivers report dangerously poor wet grip with unpredictable handling and loss of traction, while dry performance is generally acceptable to decent. A minority of higher-scoring reviews praise value, tread life, and acceptable comfort/noise, sometimes noting predictable behavior, but these are outweighed by frequent low-score complaints about wet safety and stability. Overall sentiment is negative, with wet grip and confidence the standout issues.

Strengths
  • Good dry grip for the price
  • Long tread life/durability
  • Value/low price
  • Acceptable comfort and noise for some users
Areas for Improvement
  • Very poor wet grip and traction
  • Unsafe/unpredictable handling in rain
  • Wet braking performance
  • Noise and vibration issues

Top 3 Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 Reviews

Ford fusion (225/45 R17) on for 0 miles
I bought them online before reading this review... I read it and immediately canceled the purchase. Thank you so much for your comments; they help prevent others from buying low-quality items that put our lives and the lives of others at risk. Best regards.
Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 image
Helpful 926
June 3, 2025
Given 29% while driving a Volkswagen Golf 6 2.0 TDI 110hp (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 20,000 spirited miles
Possibly the worst tyres I've ever had on the car. Grip was terrible from new. In any wet conditions there were spinning wheels taking off from a junction, slipping on roundabouts, squeals on corners. May be due to the car itself but they wore slowly across the main tyre surface but very quickly on inner edge. Would absolutely avoid.
Helpful 810
July 23, 2025
Given 39% while driving a Mazda 3 SkyactiV (215/55 R17) on mostly town for 10,000 easy going miles
Cracked tires before 10.000 kms. Normal use. Normal acceleration, normal braking , except some unexpected events.
Helpful 936
December 7, 2024

How would you rate the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1?

Click a star to start your review

166 reviews submitted this month Earn your Contributor badge No account needed

Latest Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1 Reviews

Given 19% while driving a Ford Mondeo Titanium 2.0 TCDI (205/50 R17) on a combination of roads for 1,000 spirited miles
Deadly dangerous, came on a Mondeo TDCi that I bought. Like almost ZERO grip in the wet, poor grip in dry too with wheel spin fron pull away at junctions

One tire (back left) lost two chunks of rubber on inside and failed NCT because of this, another (front right) delaminated as I drove along

The most DANGEROUS tire I have ever encountered, just ordered four GT Radial Champiros which I've been running since a hesitant experience with them on a Golf GTi that showed me how good they were

BURN the maxtreks for your own safety
Helpful 218
October 1, 2025
Given 58% while driving a Volkswagen Polo 1.2 (225/45 R17) on mostly motorways for 0 easy going miles
Okay
Helpful 360
September 8, 2025
Given 44% while driving a Mitsubishi Lancer EX 2.0 MIVEC (MAN) (185/65 R14) on mostly town for 200 average miles
These would be good if it never rained. It does however rain. Dangerous hydroplaning and wheel spin under light acceleration during slight rain. Utter Garbage
Helpful 559
August 20, 2025
Given 37% while driving a Nissan Qashqai (225/45 R16) on mostly town for 1,000 average miles
The first time we had some spring rain I couldn't believe the tyres felt like they were drifting. It was very disconcerting going around a round-a-bout as I felt the tyres slide out from under me. I slowed down on the next turn and it happened again. I guess if I drove at 20kph it may have felt safer. So no I went out and bought new tyres after having these tyres for only 8 weeks. Costly learning experience.
Helpful 886
November 19, 2024
Given 47% while driving a BMW 520d (225/55 R17) on a combination of roads for 500 average miles
Out of necessity I had to go with Maxtrek Maximus M2 tyres. They’re absolute garbage heavy vehicles like BMW 5er. They’re on rear axil and just does tail spin all the time while negotiating roundabouts in wet conditions. I’m so scared to go at 80 in wet conditions. NEVER AGAIN.
Helpful 898
October 20, 2024
Given 87% while driving a Ford ba falcon (235/45 R17) on mostly town for 9,000 average miles
I have had a few brands on my 2005 Ford BA XR6, these Maxtrek,, Maximus M1 235/45 R17, have out preformed all of them except for one, the Pirelli P7, but these Maximus M1’s have out lasted them all, if I have one critisim it is they do have a little louder road noise,,,, I will be buying again, that’s for sure
Helpful 832
September 29, 2024
Given 76% while driving a Nissan R32 GTST (225/45 R17) on mostly town for 1,000 average miles
Great price, the M1 is a good choice for my needs, smooth ride and low noise combined with good handling. I use these on my daily driven Skyline, minimal wear after 2 years of use.
Helpful 913
September 10, 2024
Given 37% while driving a Peugeot 308 (225/45 R17) on mostly motorways for 12,000 average miles
Terrible. Starting driving 12 months ago, car came with these tyres and they are terrible. In the rain, it is like being on ice, any corner theres sideways slide, even as low as 15mph on a roundabout, in the summer, slight power to the accelerator and they are spinning with lack of dry grip. Within 12 months I have lost over 50% of the tyre tread and done 12k miles. NEVER AGAIN
Helpful 906
September 2, 2024
Given 40% while driving a Chevrolet 2000 Impala (225/60 R16) on mostly town for 0 easy going miles
Ive had these tires for two years. The 2 times I had to break abruptly (going 60kmh) the tires were smoking. The worst in wet conditions. Any uphill from full stop is almost impossible. They skate. I feel completely unsafe. They came with the car so I kept them on as we’ve been experiencing a drought and rain wasn’t an issue but now that we’ve been getting tons of rain, I don’t even take the car out anymore.
Helpful 752
June 29, 2024
Given 51% while driving a Ford AU Falcon (215/60 R17) on a combination of roads for 6,000 average miles
My very well treaded maximus M1 tyres have nearly killed me in wet weather due to no grip in the wet and taking off at lights is a gamble as your not sure weather you are going to collect the car next to you due to lack of traction I wouldn't recommend these tyres to my worst enemy stay clear if you drive in rain frequently regards a pissed off customer
Helpful 961
April 1, 2024
Given 51% while driving a Peugeot 2008 1.6 (195/60 R16) on mostly town for 0 average miles
Low speed corners in wet conditions the outside tyre simply cannot handle it, high speed easy going corners on other tyres this ones simply loses grip and goes wide. Good thing is you can easily feel the limit although is a bit abrupt
Helpful 873
March 14, 2024
Given 43% while driving a Kia Motors Rio (185/65 R15) on mostly town for 4,000 average miles
Decent in dry conditions but absolutely terrible in the wet weather, really easy to spin setting off from traffic lights and on certain occasions I could feel the car let go.
Helpful 891
February 5, 2024
Rate the Maxtrek MAXIMUS M1