36
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
34/100
1 owner review
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop Grandtrek M/T2 vs Dunlop SP Sport 300 — 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.
VS
73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
69/100
31 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SP Sport 300 — better treadwear, comfort and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
5 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
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 300 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Grandtrek M/T2 | SP Sport 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 77 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 300 leads by 33
Why this score
| Source | Grandtrek M/T2 | SP Sport 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 40 | 68 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 300 leads by 52
Why this score
| Source | Grandtrek M/T2 | SP Sport 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 20 | 67 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 300 leads by 56
Why this score
| Source | Grandtrek M/T2 | SP Sport 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 20 | 77 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 300 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Grandtrek M/T2 | SP Sport 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 62 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop Grandtrek M/T2 | Dunlop SP Sport 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 36 | 73 |
| Dry | 60 | 81 |
| Wet | 40 | 73 |
| Comfort | 20 | 72 |
| Treadwear | 20 | 76 |
| Handling | 50 | 62 |
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Headline score
36
/ 100
Tire A
73
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Dunlop Grandtrek M/T2 receives a poor reception from fleet operators, primarily due to significant durability concerns and premature wear. While the tire offers acceptable on-road handling, its susceptibility to sidewall damage and structural integrity issues makes it unsuitable for demanding off-road or commercial applications.
Pros
- Acceptable on-road driving characteristics
Cons
- High levels of road noise on tarmac
- Rapid tread wear compared to competitors
- Poor sidewall durability and vulnerability to cuts
- Structural issues including sidewall rippling
Observations
- Commercial safari fleet operators report that the tire fails to meet durability requirements for heavy-duty off-road use.
The Dunlop SP Sport 300 is generally regarded as a reliable, value-oriented tire that excels in comfort and road noise suppression. While it receives praise for its balanced performance in daily driving conditions, user experiences regarding tread longevity and high-performance grip are polarized, often depending on the vehicle's power output and driving style.
Pros
- Low road noise and high cabin comfort
- Strong value for money and competitive pricing
- Reliable dry and wet weather handling for daily commuting
- Consistent performance throughout the tire's lifespan
Cons
- Rapid tread wear reported by performance-oriented drivers
- Insufficient traction for high-horsepower or sports vehicles
- Increased noise and vibration as the tread depth decreases
- Limited availability in certain markets and sizes
Observations
- High-performance vehicles (e.g., C63s AMG) struggle with off-the-line traction, suggesting the tire is better suited for standard passenger cars than high-torque sports models.
- Owners of older luxury sedans (e.g., Lexus SC430) appreciate the stiff sidewall construction for maintaining handling precision and preventing tramlining.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop Grandtrek M/T2 | B · Dunlop SP Sport 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires | All Season Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
36
/ 100
Dunlop
73
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Dunlop SP Sport 300 — better treadwear, comfort and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop SP Sport 300 scores 76 vs 20 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Sport 300 scores 72 vs 20 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop SP Sport 300 scores 73 vs 40 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Dunlop SP Sport 300 scores 81 vs 60 on dry.
Tire A · Dunlop Grandtrek M/T2
Tire B · Dunlop SP Sport 300
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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.