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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 vs Falken WildPeak A/T3W — Compared (September 2026)

Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.

Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
52/100
35 owner reviews
Dry
73
Wet
52
Snow
24
Comfort
69
Noise
–
Treadwear
68
Handling
64

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Falken

Falken WildPeak A/T3W

All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires

Falken WildPeak A/T3W tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
94/100
1,032 owner reviews
Dry
96
Wet
94
Snow
93
Comfort
93
Noise
89
Treadwear
92
Handling
94

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Falken WildPeak A/T3W — better snow, wet and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown

7 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) WildPeak A/T3W leads by 23
A — Dunlop Grandtrek AT20
73
B — Falken WildPeak A/T3W
96
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek AT20WildPeak A/T3W
Tire Rack owners 50 89
Tyre Reviews owners 73 85
SimpleTire owners 89 97

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) WildPeak A/T3W leads by 42
A — Dunlop Grandtrek AT20
52
B — Falken WildPeak A/T3W
94
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek AT20WildPeak A/T3W
Tire Rack owners 50 87
Tyre Reviews owners 52 79
SimpleTire owners 85 95

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) WildPeak A/T3W leads by 69
A — Dunlop Grandtrek AT20
24
B — Falken WildPeak A/T3W
93
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek AT20WildPeak A/T3W
Tire Rack owners 62 91
Tyre Reviews owners 23 73
SimpleTire owners 82 94

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) WildPeak A/T3W leads by 24
A — Dunlop Grandtrek AT20
69
B — Falken WildPeak A/T3W
93
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek AT20WildPeak A/T3W
Tire Rack owners 38 85
Tyre Reviews owners 69 82
SimpleTire owners 87 94

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Dunlop Grandtrek AT20
–
B — Falken WildPeak A/T3W
89
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek AT20WildPeak A/T3W
SimpleTire owners 83 89

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) WildPeak A/T3W leads by 24
A — Dunlop Grandtrek AT20
68
B — Falken WildPeak A/T3W
92
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek AT20WildPeak A/T3W
Tire Rack owners 69 86
Tyre Reviews owners 68 80
SimpleTire owners 83 93

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) WildPeak A/T3W leads by 30
A — Dunlop Grandtrek AT20
64
B — Falken WildPeak A/T3W
94
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek AT20WildPeak A/T3W
Tyre Reviews owners 64 76

Scores at a glance

Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 vs Falken WildPeak A/T3W: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryDunlop Grandtrek AT20Falken WildPeak A/T3W
Relative Score 59 94
Dry 73 96
Wet 52 94
Snow 24 93
Comfort 69 93
Noise – 89
Treadwear 68 92
Handling 64 94

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Tire A

Tire B

Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.

From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Dunlop Grandtrek AT20

The Dunlop Grandtrek A/T20 is a polarizing tire that is frequently criticized for its poor wet-weather performance and limited off-road capability, despite being a common original equipment choice for various 4x4s. While a significant portion of users report exceptional tread longevity and acceptable dry-road comfort, many owners find the lack of confidence in rain and snow to be a safety concern that outweighs the tire's durability.

Pros

  • Exceptional tread life and high mileage durability
  • Quiet and comfortable ride on paved surfaces
  • Reliable performance in dry, warm weather conditions
  • Consistent availability as a factory-fitted original equipment tire

Cons

  • Dangerous handling and poor traction on wet roads
  • Inadequate performance in snow, ice, and mud
  • Susceptibility to shoulder wear and uneven tread degradation
  • Limited off-road durability and puncture resistance

Observations

  • Owners of heavy 4x4s like the Toyota Land Cruiser and Mitsubishi Shogun frequently report that the tire's performance does not match the vehicle's off-road capabilities.
  • Some users noted that adjusting tire pressure slightly above factory recommendations can help mitigate uneven shoulder wear, though this remains a recurring complaint across various models.
Tire B Falken WildPeak A/T3W

The Falken Wildpeak A/T3W is widely regarded as a top-tier all-terrain tire, praised for its exceptional balance of aggressive off-road capability and refined on-road manners. Users consistently highlight its impressive performance in snow, rain, and mud, often noting that it provides a quieter and smoother ride than many competitors in its class. While most owners report high satisfaction, some users have noted minor trade-offs in fuel economy and occasional balancing challenges on specific heavy-duty applications.

Pros

  • Exceptional year-round traction, particularly in snow, ice, and wet conditions.
  • Surprisingly low road noise for an aggressive all-terrain tread pattern.
  • High durability and long tread life, even under demanding conditions.
  • Excellent value proposition compared to premium competitors like BFG KO2s.
  • Robust sidewall construction providing confidence on rocky or uneven terrain.

Cons

  • Reported minor drops in fuel economy (MPG) for some vehicles.
  • Occasional reports of balancing issues or vibrations at highway speeds.
  • Some users experienced 'spongy' steering feedback compared to dedicated street tires.
  • A small subset of users reported faster-than-expected tread wear on heavy-duty or gravel-heavy applications.

Observations

  • Subaru owners (Forester, Outback, Crosstrek) frequently cite these as the ideal 'upgrade' tire, noting they maintain comfort while significantly improving off-road confidence.
  • Heavy-duty truck owners (F-250/350, Ram 2500) occasionally report steering wander or traction challenges in deep snow, often attributed to the vehicle's light rear-end weight rather than the tire itself.
  • Users opting for P-Metric versions versus Load Range E (10-ply) report a noticeably smoother ride, though they sacrifice some puncture resistance for lighter-duty use.
Community buzz

What real owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score

Tire A

Dunlop Grandtrek AT20

We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.

Tire B

Falken WildPeak A/T3W

Positive

Community feedback for the Falken Wildpeak A/T3W is overwhelmingly positive, with users praising their rugged look, improved handling, and exceptional performance in severe weather like Pacific Northwest ice storms. Owners appreciate their durability and capability on both highways and light trails, expressing disappointment that the model is being discontinued in favor of the newer A/T4W.

Top themes
#Snow and ice performance#Durability and toughness#Handling and ride quality#Sizing and fitment options#Discontinuation and transition to A/T4W

Based on 10 community posts

Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 B · Falken WildPeak A/T3W
Category—All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires
Vehicle type—SUV and 4x4
Sizes available25
Rim diameters17″ – 18″17″ – 18″
Tread depth—12/32″
UTQG—660 B B
Treadwear warranty—55,000 mi
SidewallBlackwallBlackwall
Max pressure—51 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Dunlop

Falken

Winner: Falken WildPeak A/T3W — better snow, wet and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire B You drive through snowy winters

Falken WildPeak A/T3W scores 93 vs 24 on snow.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Falken WildPeak A/T3W scores 94 vs 52 on wet.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Falken WildPeak A/T3W scores 94 vs 64 on handling.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Falken WildPeak A/T3W scores 93 vs 69 on comfort.

Tire A · Dunlop Grandtrek AT20
Tire B · Falken WildPeak A/T3W

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.