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Dunlop Grandtrek ST1 vs Dunlop Grandtrek ST30 — 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.
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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
Why this score
| Source | Grandtrek ST1 | Grandtrek ST30 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 78 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 84 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 72 |
Wet
Why this score
| Source | Grandtrek ST1 | Grandtrek ST30 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 77 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 71 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 72 |
Snow
Why this score
| Source | Grandtrek ST1 | Grandtrek ST30 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 60 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 60 |
Comfort
Why this score
| Source | Grandtrek ST1 | Grandtrek ST30 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 70 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 71 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 72 |
Noise
Why this score
| Source | Grandtrek ST1 | Grandtrek ST30 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 68 |
Treadwear
Why this score
| Source | Grandtrek ST1 | Grandtrek ST30 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 76 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 55 | 70 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 60 |
Handling
Why this score
| Source | Grandtrek ST1 | Grandtrek ST30 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 68 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop Grandtrek ST1 | Dunlop Grandtrek ST30 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 70 | 71 |
| Dry | 80 | 82 |
| Wet | 85 | 71 |
| Snow | – | 61 |
| Comfort | 60 | 71 |
| Noise | – | 68 |
| Treadwear | 55 | 68 |
| Handling | 70 | 68 |
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 Dunlop Grandtrek ST1 receives mixed feedback, with users initially impressed by its handling characteristics but ultimately disappointed by its longevity. While the tire offers competent traction and lateral stability on both paved and unpaved surfaces, its rapid tread degradation significantly undermines its value proposition.
Pros
- Strong lateral stability during cornering
- Reliable traction on gravel and sand surfaces
- Competent wet weather grip
Cons
- Extremely poor tread life
- Premature wear occurring in under 10,000 miles
- High cost-per-mile due to lack of durability
Observations
- Users operating small SUVs on mixed-terrain, including gravel and country roads, report significantly accelerated wear patterns.
The Dunlop Grandtrek ST30 receives highly polarized feedback, often serving as polarizing original equipment on popular SUVs like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. While some users praise its dry-road stability, longevity, and value, a significant portion of owners report dissatisfaction regarding wet-weather confidence, excessive road noise, and inconsistent tread wear.
Pros
- Strong dry-pavement grip and straight-line stability
- Competitive price point and value for money
- High mileage potential for some drivers
- Capable performance on light unpaved or rural roads
Cons
- Poor wet-weather performance and susceptibility to aquaplaning
- High levels of road noise on various surfaces
- Inconsistent tread life, with reports of rapid wear
- Lack of confidence in winter conditions, including snow and ice
Observations
- Users of AWD vehicles like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 report highly variable experiences, ranging from excellent longevity to premature wear and poor wet-traction handling.
- The tire is frequently criticized for its lack of winter capability, with many owners noting it is unsuitable for anything beyond light, dry conditions.
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop Grandtrek ST1 | B · Dunlop Grandtrek ST30 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | SUV and 4x4 |
| Tread depth | — | 10/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 360 A A |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
Which one should you actually buy?
Dunlop
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Too close to call: Dunlop Grandtrek ST1 and Dunlop Grandtrek ST30 are within 2 points overall. Dunlop Grandtrek ST1 is stronger on wet. Dunlop Grandtrek ST30 is stronger on treadwear and comfort.
Dunlop Grandtrek ST1 scores 85 vs 71 on wet.
Dunlop Grandtrek ST30 scores 68 vs 55 on treadwear.
Dunlop Grandtrek ST30 scores 71 vs 60 on comfort.
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.