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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3 vs Hankook Dynapro AT2 — 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.

Tire A Dunlop

Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3

Winter Premium Touring tires

Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
89/100
1 owner review
Dry
90
Wet
100
Snow
–
Comfort
70
Treadwear
90
Handling
100

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

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Tire B Hankook

Hankook Dynapro AT2

All Terrain and Off Road All Season tire

Hankook Dynapro AT2 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
62/100
9 owner reviews
Dry
80
Wet
74
Snow
58
Comfort
71
Treadwear
60
Handling
66

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3 — better handling, treadwear and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown

6 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 Winter M3 leads by 10
A — Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3
90
B — Hankook Dynapro AT2
80
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek Winter M3Dynapro AT2
Tire Rack owners – 83
Tyre Reviews owners 90 80

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Grandtrek Winter M3 leads by 26
A — Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3
100
B — Hankook Dynapro AT2
74
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek Winter M3Dynapro AT2
Tire Rack owners – 79
Tyre Reviews owners 100 74

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3
–
B — Hankook Dynapro AT2
58
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek Winter M3Dynapro AT2
Tire Rack owners – 89
Tyre Reviews owners – 58

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Dynapro AT2 leads by 1
A — Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3
70
B — Hankook Dynapro AT2
71
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek Winter M3Dynapro AT2
Tire Rack owners – 71
Tyre Reviews owners 70 71

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Grandtrek Winter M3 leads by 30
A — Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3
90
B — Hankook Dynapro AT2
60
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek Winter M3Dynapro AT2
Tire Rack owners – 86
Tyre Reviews owners 90 60

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Grandtrek Winter M3 leads by 34
A — Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3
100
B — Hankook Dynapro AT2
66
Why this score
SourceGrandtrek Winter M3Dynapro AT2
Tyre Reviews owners 100 66
DriverReviews owners – 80

Scores at a glance

Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3 vs Hankook Dynapro AT2: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryDunlop Grandtrek Winter M3Hankook Dynapro AT2
Relative Score 91 69
Dry 90 80
Wet 100 74
Snow – 58
Comfort 70 71
Treadwear 90 60
Handling 100 66

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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 Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3

The Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3 is regarded as a long-standing, reliable winter tire that excels in slushy, urban, and intercity road conditions. While newer generations have since been released, its continued availability and specific manufacturer homologations, such as the Mercedes M0, underscore its enduring performance and specialized fitment capabilities.

Pros

  • Excellent performance in slushy road conditions
  • Proven track record and longevity in the market
  • Available in specific sizes and homologations for premium vehicles

Cons

  • Outperformed by newer tire generations in pure snow conditions
  • Limited modern alternatives for specific high-load index requirements

Observations

  • The tire remains a viable solution for older luxury vehicles requiring specific manufacturer-approved (M0) fitments.
  • Users with specific high-load index requirements (e.g., 109 index) find this tire to be one of the few remaining options for larger rim sizes like 19-inch.
Tire B Hankook Dynapro AT2

The Hankook Dynapro A/T2 is generally perceived as a capable highway-oriented all-terrain tire that excels in comfort, fuel efficiency, and dry-road handling. However, user consensus is divided regarding its true off-road durability and winter performance, with some owners reporting significant road noise and premature tread wear depending on the specific tire specification.

Pros

  • Excellent on-road comfort and low noise levels for many users
  • Strong fuel economy and efficiency
  • Reliable traction on dry pavement and gravel surfaces
  • Good towing stability for light-duty applications

Cons

  • Inconsistent performance in deep snow and icy conditions
  • Reports of premature sidewall cracking and casing punctures
  • Increased road noise (drumming) as the tread wears
  • Limited off-road grip compared to dedicated all-terrain competitors

Observations

  • Users noted significant differences between 'Standard' Dynapro retail versions and 'Ford OE' specific versions, with the latter often featuring shallower tread depths and shorter lifespans.
  • Drivers of full-size trucks like the F-150 report mixed experiences, with some praising the towing stability while others find the tire inadequate for winter highway driving.
Community buzz

What real owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score

Tire A

Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3

We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.

Tire B

Hankook Dynapro AT2

Mixed

Community opinion on the Hankook Dynapro AT2 (and AT2 Xtreme) is divided between OEM versions and aftermarket/Xtreme variants. Many users praise the aftermarket Xtreme version for its low highway noise, long tread life warranty, and comfortable ride quality, while others find stock OEM versions lacking in wet weather traction and heavy off-road performance.

r/nissanfrontier ·32 upvotes ·2025-09-30

“The stock Dynapro AT2 tires are awful in the rain We've had our first real rain since spring today here in the PNW, and I've gotta say these stock Hankook tires are the worst tires I've ever driven in the rain. Every single time I turned around a corner, it's a one tire fire on the inside rear. I've driven in the rain here my whole life, in cars with far more power than these Frontiers, and I've never once had the TC light kick on unintentionally when it's raining out. I'm not even flooring it, I baby the hell out of this truck! I looked it up online and looks like I'm not the only one who's noticed this. I can't imagine the performance in the snow is any good if it can hardly handle some rain. As much as I hate to waste a set of new tires, I just can not wait to upgrade to something better. Noodling around the neighborhood at 20mph spinning up the rears is not something I'd like to keep doing. Read more”

r/nissanfrontier ·3 upvotes ·2024-10-29

“The OEM Hankook AT2 tires on an F150 are really just an overweight LT tire going through a midlife crisis. There are LT tires that likely perform better in all categories combined while being half a dozen or more pounds lighter. They are the epitome of mediocrity, the AT should stand for A ll T ypes of pavement. Soft ride, decent mileage for AT badging don't make up for sloppy wet braking, mid tier handling an allergy to mud traction and lame tread life. I'm down to 6/32 after 50,000km (31,000 miles) of less than spirited driving, they start at 14/32. The tread wear alone makes these tires damn near twice as costly as KO2s to run. They were passable in winter, better than the KO2s which turn into skates when the thermometer drops Solid 5.5/10”

r/tires ·2 upvotes ·2024-12-30

“I replaced my BFGoodrich MT T/A tires on my Wrangler with Hankook AT2 Extreme's, and what a difference. I will say I was consistently getting 50k+ miles out of my MT T/A, doing a 5 tire rotation. I'm 8,000 miles in on the AT2's, and there is zero sign of wear. I do have a bit of wobble in my steering wheel now due to the tires needing a balance and rotation, but other than that, I have been very impressed. My wife's mind was blown that our jeep was so much quieter, and we could have a conversation at highway speed without having to yell over the tire noise. These things are practically silent. The off-road performance is greatly improved. Where the MT's would lose traction on mountain trails, the AT2's keep their grip and keep me moving.”

r/tires ·1 upvote ·2026-05-26

“I've loved mine on a 2024 Subaru Outback Wilderness. I came from Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S which I loved but that found one too many nails. No issues after 30,000 miles on the Hankooks. I had some Dynapro MT's back on a FJ Cruiser which I loved so that's why I decided to try them again. Just in case someone with an Outback or someone looking at these sizes, here's some data I had compiled. 235/65R17 Hankook Dynapro AT2 Extreme RF12 - Overall Diameter 29.1”, Section Width 9.6”, Tread Width 7.5” , Weight 32 lbs 245/65R17 Hankook Dynapro AT2 Extreme RF12 - Overall Diameter 29.6”, Section Width 10”, Tread Width 7.9” , Weight 35 lbs”

Top themes
#Highway Ride Quality#Wet Weather Traction#Tread Life Warranty#Low Road Noise#OEM vs Aftermarket Differences#Winter and Snow Performance

Based on 36 community posts

Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3 B · Hankook Dynapro AT2
CategoryWinter Premium Touring tiresAll Terrain and Off Road All Season tire
Vehicle typeSUV and 4x4SUV and 4x4
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Dunlop

Hankook

Winner: Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3 — better handling, treadwear and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire A You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3 scores 100 vs 66 on handling.

Pick tire A You want the longest tread life

Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3 scores 90 vs 60 on treadwear.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3 scores 100 vs 74 on wet.

Pick tire A You want the most grip on dry roads

Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3 scores 90 vs 80 on dry.

Tire A · Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3
Tire B · Hankook Dynapro AT2

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.