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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 vs Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01 — Compared (May 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 WP A/T01

Summer All Terrain and Off Road tires

Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
94/100
617 owner reviews
Dry
96
Wet
93
Snow
98
Comfort
93
Noise
89
Treadwear
91
Handling
94

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01 — 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 WP A/T01 leads by 23
A — Dunlop Grandtrek AT20
73
B — Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01
96
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek AT20Wildpeak WP A/T01
Tire Rack owners 50 –
Tyre Reviews owners 73 88
SimpleTire owners 89 –

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Wildpeak WP A/T01 leads by 41
A — Dunlop Grandtrek AT20
52
B — Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01
93
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek AT20Wildpeak WP A/T01
Tire Rack owners 50 –
Tyre Reviews owners 52 64
SimpleTire owners 85 –

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Wildpeak WP A/T01 leads by 74
A — Dunlop Grandtrek AT20
24
B — Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01
98
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek AT20Wildpeak WP A/T01
Tire Rack owners 62 –
Tyre Reviews owners 23 –
SimpleTire owners 82 –

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Wildpeak WP A/T01 leads by 24
A — Dunlop Grandtrek AT20
69
B — Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01
93
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek AT20Wildpeak WP A/T01
Tire Rack owners 38 –
Tyre Reviews owners 69 84
SimpleTire owners 87 –

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Dunlop Grandtrek AT20
–
B — Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01
89
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek AT20Wildpeak WP A/T01
SimpleTire owners 83 –

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Wildpeak WP A/T01 leads by 23
A — Dunlop Grandtrek AT20
68
B — Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01
91
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek AT20Wildpeak WP A/T01
Tire Rack owners 69 –
Tyre Reviews owners 68 67
SimpleTire owners 83 –

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Wildpeak WP A/T01 leads by 30
A — Dunlop Grandtrek AT20
64
B — Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01
94
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek AT20Wildpeak WP A/T01
Tyre Reviews owners 64 70

Scores at a glance

Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 vs Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryDunlop Grandtrek AT20Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01
Relative Score 59 94
Dry 73 96
Wet 52 93
Snow 24 98
Comfort 69 93
Noise – 89
Treadwear 68 91
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 WP A/T01

The Falken Wildpeak series is widely regarded as a versatile, high-performance tire that bridges the gap between daily-driver comfort and off-road capability. While most users praise their exceptional wet and snow traction, quiet road manners, and aggressive aesthetics, a subset of users reports concerns regarding tread life longevity and a potential drop in fuel economy.

Pros

  • Excellent all-weather traction, particularly in rain, mud, and snow.
  • Surprisingly low road noise for an aggressive all-terrain tread pattern.
  • Robust construction with high resistance to punctures and trail damage.
  • Strong aesthetic appeal that enhances the look of CUVs and trucks.
  • Competitive pricing compared to premium-tier competitors.

Cons

  • Reports of premature tread wear in some high-mileage or heavy-duty applications.
  • Occasional decrease in fuel efficiency (MPG) compared to stock all-season tires.
  • Some users report 'spongy' steering feedback or reduced handling precision on pavement.
  • Inconsistent wet-weather performance reported by a minority of users as the tire ages.

Observations

  • Subaru owners (Forester, Outback, Crosstrek) frequently cite these as the ideal 'upgrade' tire for balancing daily commuting with weekend trail use.
  • Heavy-duty truck and towing users note that higher load-range variants (e.g., 10-ply) provide excellent stability but result in a noticeably stiffer ride.
  • Hybrid vehicle owners (RAV4 Hybrid) report a slight, though often acceptable, reduction in fuel economy compared to low-rolling-resistance OEM tires.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 B · Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01
Category—Summer All Terrain and Off Road tires
Vehicle type—SUV and 4x4
SidewallBlackwall—
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Dunlop

Falken

Winner: Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01 — better snow, wet and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire B You drive through snowy winters

Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01 scores 98 vs 24 on snow.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01 scores 93 vs 52 on wet.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01 scores 94 vs 64 on handling.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01 scores 93 vs 69 on comfort.

Tire A · Dunlop Grandtrek AT20
Tire B · Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01

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.