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Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport vs Dunlop Grandtrek A/T2 — Compared (May 2026)
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6 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
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/P Sport | Grandtrek A/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 73 |
Wet
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/P Sport | Grandtrek A/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 81 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 57 |
Snow
Comfort
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/P Sport | Grandtrek A/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 81 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | 63 |
Treadwear
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/P Sport | Grandtrek A/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 67 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 73 |
Handling
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/P Sport | Grandtrek A/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | 67 |
| DriverReviews owners | 82 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport | Dunlop Grandtrek A/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 67 | 66 |
| Dry | 78 | 73 |
| Wet | 65 | 59 |
| Snow | – | 47 |
| Comfort | 62 | 64 |
| Treadwear | 68 | 69 |
| Handling | 62 | 67 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Dueler HP Sport is a polarizing tire that frequently serves as original equipment on premium SUVs and crossovers. While many users praise its exceptional tread longevity and reliable dry-weather handling, a significant portion of owners report issues with excessive road noise, harsh ride quality, and inconsistent performance in wet or wintry conditions.
Pros
- Excellent tread life and durability
- Strong dry-weather grip and stability
- Predictable handling for standard commuting
- Good value for high-mileage drivers
Cons
- High levels of road noise and cabin drone
- Poor wet-weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- Harsh or stiff ride quality
- Tendency to tramline or follow road ruts
Observations
- Owners of VW Tiguan and Ford Kuga models frequently report the most significant dissatisfaction regarding noise and ride comfort.
- Users with larger 19-inch and 20-inch alloy wheels often note a harsher ride compared to those with smaller, higher-profile tire setups.
- Drivers of heavier SUVs and 4x4s report mixed experiences, with some praising the durability while others find the tire lacks the necessary grip for off-road or inclement weather performance.
The Dunlop Grandtrek A/T2 receives a mixed to negative reception, with users expressing significant dissatisfaction regarding its performance in adverse weather conditions. While the tire demonstrates competence on dry, rocky terrain, it fails to provide the expected traction in wet, snowy, or icy environments, leading to a lack of confidence for year-round use.
Pros
- Reliable traction on dry, rocky surfaces
- Suitable for light off-road terrain
Cons
- Poor grip and handling in wet conditions
- Inadequate performance in snow and ice
- Fails to meet expectations for an all-season tire
Observations
- Users operating heavier 4x4 vehicles, such as the Vauxhall Frontera, report that the tire's off-road capabilities do not translate to safety in inclement weather.
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport | B · Dunlop Grandtrek A/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires |
| Vehicle type | — | SUV and 4x4 |
Which one should you actually buy?
Bridgestone
Dunlop
Too close to call: Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport and Dunlop Grandtrek A/T2 are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport is stronger on wet and dry. Dunlop Grandtrek A/T2 is stronger on handling.
Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport scores 65 vs 59 on wet.
Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport scores 78 vs 73 on dry.
Dunlop Grandtrek A/T2 scores 67 vs 62 on handling.
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.