83
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
82/100
8 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Firestone Destination A/T2 vs Goodyear Wrangler AP — 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.
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Objective (60%)
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User signal (40%)
83/100
3 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Firestone Destination A/T2 and Goodyear Wrangler AP are within 2 points overall. Firestone Destination A/T2 is stronger on wet and handling. Goodyear Wrangler AP is stronger on dry and treadwear.
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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
Score (0–100)
Wrangler AP leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Wrangler AP |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 82 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 93 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Destination A/T2 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Wrangler AP |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 91 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Wrangler AP |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 51 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Wrangler AP leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Wrangler AP |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Wrangler AP |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 7 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Wrangler AP leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Wrangler AP |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 83 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Destination A/T2 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Wrangler AP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 73 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone Destination A/T2 | Goodyear Wrangler AP |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 83 | 83 |
| Dry | 81 | 93 |
| Wet | 91 | 80 |
| Snow | 64 | – |
| Comfort | 89 | 90 |
| Noise | 44 | – |
| Treadwear | 78 | 83 |
| Handling | 76 | 73 |
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Headline score
83
/ 100
Tire A
83
/ 100
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.
The Firestone Destination A/T2 is widely regarded as a high-performing all-terrain tire that excels in wet weather and snow, offering a balanced experience for daily drivers and light-duty truck owners. While most users praise its longevity and highway comfort, some concerns persist regarding its durability on rugged terrain and a slightly vague steering feel.
Pros
- Exceptional wet weather traction and grip
- Strong performance in snow with 3PMS rating
- Quiet and smooth ride quality at highway speeds
- Impressive tread life and mileage
- Good value for the price point
Cons
- Vague or unresponsive steering feedback
- Questionable durability on sharp rocks or rough forest service roads
- Stiffer ride compared to factory street tires
Observations
- Users transitioning from factory street tires to the A/T2 on 2WD work trucks report a noticeable improvement in off-road traction despite a slight increase in tire stiffness.
- Large SUV owners report that the tire maintains fuel efficiency while providing superior winter performance compared to original equipment all-season tires.
The Goodyear Wrangler AP is generally regarded as a reliable, long-lasting tire that offers consistent performance for daily driving and towing applications. While most users praise its impressive tread life and stability, opinions on its winter weather capabilities are polarized, with some reporting confidence in snow and others noting a lack of traction in icy conditions.
Pros
- Exceptional tread longevity with many users reporting 30,000 to 40,000+ miles of service.
- Stable and reliable performance when towing heavy loads like caravans.
- Consistent dry and wet weather handling for standard driving conditions.
- Even tread wear patterns over the life of the tire.
Cons
- Inconsistent performance in severe winter conditions, specifically regarding braking and cornering on ice.
- Susceptibility to puncture damage from sharp road debris.
- Occasional reports of air pressure retention issues over time.
Observations
- The tire is frequently utilized on vehicles used for towing, where it maintains stability without significant performance degradation.
- Users noted that the tire serves as a common original equipment (OE) fitment for Land Rover vehicles, often replaced by similar premium all-season alternatives.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone Destination A/T2 | B · Goodyear Wrangler AP |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires |
| Vehicle type | — | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 33 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 10 - 12/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 540 - 560 A B | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 55,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised Outline White Lettering | — |
| Max pressure | 44 - 50 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
83
/ 100
Firestone
83
/ 100
Goodyear
Too close to call: Firestone Destination A/T2 and Goodyear Wrangler AP are within 2 points overall. Firestone Destination A/T2 is stronger on wet and handling. Goodyear Wrangler AP is stronger on dry and treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear Wrangler AP scores 93 vs 81 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Firestone Destination A/T2 scores 91 vs 80 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Wrangler AP scores 83 vs 78 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Firestone Destination A/T2 scores 76 vs 73 on handling.
Tire A · Firestone Destination A/T2
Tire B · Goodyear Wrangler AP
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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.