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Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra vs Dunlop Grandtrek A/T3 — 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.

Tire A Bridgestone

Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra

All Season Premium Touring tires

Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
12 owner reviews
Dry
88
Wet
83
Snow
81
Comfort
83
Noise
80
Treadwear
66
Handling
74

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Dunlop

Dunlop Grandtrek A/T3

All Season Premium Touring tires

Dunlop Grandtrek A/T3 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
4 owner reviews
Dry
90
Wet
81
Snow
81
Comfort
80
Noise
–
Treadwear
85
Handling
83

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Dunlop Grandtrek A/T3 — better treadwear and handling. Pick the Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra if comfort matters most to you.
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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) Grandtrek A/T3 leads by 2
A — Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra
88
B — Dunlop Grandtrek A/T3
90
Why this score
SourceAlenza AS UltraGrandtrek A/T3
Tire Rack owners 91 –
Tyre Reviews owners 82 95

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Alenza AS Ultra leads by 2
A — Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra
83
B — Dunlop Grandtrek A/T3
81
Why this score
SourceAlenza AS UltraGrandtrek A/T3
Tire Rack owners 88 –
Tyre Reviews owners 76 85

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra
81
B — Dunlop Grandtrek A/T3
81
Why this score
SourceAlenza AS UltraGrandtrek A/T3
Tire Rack owners 78 –
Tyre Reviews owners 68 90

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Alenza AS Ultra leads by 3
A — Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra
83
B — Dunlop Grandtrek A/T3
80
Why this score
SourceAlenza AS UltraGrandtrek A/T3
Tire Rack owners 85 –
Tyre Reviews owners 74 83

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra
80
B — Dunlop Grandtrek A/T3
–

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Grandtrek A/T3 leads by 19
A — Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra
66
B — Dunlop Grandtrek A/T3
85
Why this score
SourceAlenza AS UltraGrandtrek A/T3
Tire Rack owners 78 –
Tyre Reviews owners 55 93

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Grandtrek A/T3 leads by 9
A — Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra
74
B — Dunlop Grandtrek A/T3
83
Why this score
SourceAlenza AS UltraGrandtrek A/T3
Tyre Reviews owners 74 83

Scores at a glance

Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra vs Dunlop Grandtrek A/T3: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryBridgestone Alenza AS UltraDunlop Grandtrek A/T3
Relative Score 78 83
Dry 88 90
Wet 83 81
Snow 81 81
Comfort 83 80
Noise 80 –
Treadwear 66 85
Handling 74 83

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Tire A

Tire B

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From owners

Pros, cons & observations

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

Tire A Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra

The Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra presents a polarized user experience, characterized by a significant divide between those praising its wet and dry handling performance and those disappointed by its longevity and noise levels. While some users report exceptional tread life and reliable all-season traction, others cite premature wear and intrusive road noise, suggesting that performance may vary significantly based on vehicle application and driving conditions.

Pros

  • Strong traction on both wet and dry road surfaces
  • Improved ride comfort and handling compared to some factory-installed alternatives
  • Capable performance in varied weather conditions for some users
  • High durability reported by long-term users

Cons

  • Reports of premature tread wear and short service life
  • Noticeable road noise compared to other premium tires
  • Inconsistent performance in severe winter conditions, particularly on ice and deep snow
  • Potential for reduced fuel economy

Observations

  • Users on heavy SUVs and trucks report mixed results, with some achieving high mileage while others experience rapid tread degradation.
  • Drivers transitioning from OEM tires, such as the Bridgestone Ecopia, have noted a distinct increase in cabin noise levels.
  • Regular maintenance, specifically rotations every 5,000 miles, is highlighted as critical for maximizing the lifespan of this tire.
Tire B Dunlop Grandtrek A/T3

The Dunlop Grandtrek A/T3 is generally regarded as a capable and reliable all-terrain tire that balances on-road comfort with off-road durability. Users frequently praise its significant improvement in traction over factory-fitted tires and appreciate its surprisingly quiet performance for an A/T tread pattern.

Pros

  • Excellent on-road grip and handling stability
  • Quiet operation compared to typical all-terrain competitors
  • Robust construction with reinforced sidewalls
  • Significant improvement in wet weather traction over standard tires

Cons

  • Reduced grip on specific surfaces like smooth, wet cement
  • Increased road noise as the tread wears down
  • Limited performance in extreme off-road conditions

Observations

  • Users fitting these to mid-size SUVs like the BMW X3 report success in finding a tougher, more versatile tire for occasional off-road use without sacrificing daily drivability.
  • Owners of heavier utility vehicles like the Isuzu Trooper note that the reinforced sidewalls provide good steering feedback and comfort.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra B · Dunlop Grandtrek A/T3
CategoryAll Season Premium Touring tiresAll Season Premium Touring tires
Vehicle type—SUV and 4x4
Sizes available46—
Rim diameters16″ – 22″—
Tread depth10/32″—
UTQG800 A A—
Treadwear warranty80,000 mi—
SidewallBlackwall—
Max pressure44 psi—
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Bridgestone

Dunlop

Winner: Dunlop Grandtrek A/T3 — better treadwear and handling. Pick the Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra if comfort matters most to you.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Dunlop Grandtrek A/T3 scores 85 vs 66 on treadwear.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Dunlop Grandtrek A/T3 scores 83 vs 74 on handling.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra scores 83 vs 80 on comfort.

Tire A · Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra
Tire B · Dunlop Grandtrek A/T3

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.