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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Hankook Dynapro AT2 vs Pirelli Scorpion ATR — 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 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.

VS
Pirelli Scorpion ATR tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
29 owner reviews
Dry
90
Wet
81
Snow
67
Comfort
86
Treadwear
81
Handling
80

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Pirelli Scorpion ATR — better treadwear, comfort and handling. 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) Scorpion ATR leads by 10
A — Hankook Dynapro AT2
80
B — Pirelli Scorpion ATR
90
Why this score
SourceDynapro AT2Scorpion ATR
Tire Rack owners 83 82
Tyre Reviews owners 80 90
SimpleTire owners – 100

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Scorpion ATR leads by 7
A — Hankook Dynapro AT2
74
B — Pirelli Scorpion ATR
81
Why this score
SourceDynapro AT2Scorpion ATR
Tire Rack owners 79 69
Tyre Reviews owners 74 81
SimpleTire owners – 60

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Scorpion ATR leads by 9
A — Hankook Dynapro AT2
58
B — Pirelli Scorpion ATR
67
Why this score
SourceDynapro AT2Scorpion ATR
Tire Rack owners 89 88
Tyre Reviews owners 58 67
SimpleTire owners – 70

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Scorpion ATR leads by 15
A — Hankook Dynapro AT2
71
B — Pirelli Scorpion ATR
86
Why this score
SourceDynapro AT2Scorpion ATR
Tire Rack owners 71 68
Tyre Reviews owners 71 86
SimpleTire owners – 90

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Scorpion ATR leads by 21
A — Hankook Dynapro AT2
60
B — Pirelli Scorpion ATR
81
Why this score
SourceDynapro AT2Scorpion ATR
Tire Rack owners 86 85
Tyre Reviews owners 60 81
SimpleTire owners – 70

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Scorpion ATR leads by 14
A — Hankook Dynapro AT2
66
B — Pirelli Scorpion ATR
80
Why this score
SourceDynapro AT2Scorpion ATR
Tyre Reviews owners 66 80
DriverReviews owners 80 –

Scores at a glance

Hankook Dynapro AT2 vs Pirelli Scorpion ATR: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryHankook Dynapro AT2Pirelli Scorpion ATR
Relative Score 68 81
Dry 80 90
Wet 74 81
Snow 58 67
Comfort 71 86
Treadwear 60 81
Handling 66 80

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Tire A

Tire B

From owners

Pros, cons & observations

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

Tire A 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.
Tire B Pirelli Scorpion ATR

The Pirelli Scorpion A/TR is widely regarded as a premium, highly capable all-terrain tire that excels in on-road comfort and wet-weather handling. While most users praise its quiet highway manners and versatility across mixed surfaces, some report inconsistent tread life and diminished performance in deep snow or as the tire nears the end of its service life.

Pros

  • Exceptional on-road comfort and low noise levels for an all-terrain tire
  • Strong wet-weather grip and resistance to hydroplaning
  • Versatile performance across mixed surfaces including mud, gravel, and sand
  • Generally high durability and long tread life for many users

Cons

  • Poor performance in deep snow and ice conditions
  • Reported difficulties with initial balancing and vibration issues
  • Performance and grip levels drop significantly as tread wears down
  • Premium price point compared to competitors

Observations

  • Users with heavy SUVs and 4x4s (e.g., Land Rover Discovery, Nissan Navara) report high satisfaction with the balance of on-road manners and off-road capability.
  • Some owners of full-size trucks (e.g., Ford F-150) noted premature wear or structural issues, suggesting the tire may be better suited for lighter or mid-sized SUVs.
  • Performance in winter conditions is highly dependent on the vehicle type, with some users finding them inadequate for severe alpine environments.
Community buzz

What real owners are saying

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

Tire A

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

Tire B

Pirelli Scorpion ATR

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

Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Hankook Dynapro AT2 B · Pirelli Scorpion ATR
CategoryAll Terrain and Off Road All Season tire—
Vehicle typeSUV and 4x4—
Sizes available—9
Rim diameters—16″ – 22″
Tread depth—11/32″
UTQG—440 A B
Treadwear warranty—50,000 mi
Sidewall—Blackwall
Max pressure—44 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Hankook

Pirelli

Winner: Pirelli Scorpion ATR — better treadwear, comfort and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Pirelli Scorpion ATR scores 81 vs 60 on treadwear.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Pirelli Scorpion ATR scores 86 vs 71 on comfort.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Pirelli Scorpion ATR scores 80 vs 66 on handling.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Pirelli Scorpion ATR scores 90 vs 80 on dry.

Tire A · Hankook Dynapro AT2
Tire B · Pirelli Scorpion ATR

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.