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Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3 review

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.

Relative score
91/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
89/100
1 review
Dunlop Grandtrek Winter M3
Scores

Two scoring systems, side by side

Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.

By owner reviews

89%
Would buy again 90%
Dry
Overall dry
90%
Corner stability
100%
Dry traction
90%
Steering response
80%
Wet
Overall wet
100%
Wet traction
100%
Comfort
Overall comfort
70%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
90%
Handling
Overall handling
100%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 1 owner review across retailers and review sites.

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

Worth knowing

  • 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.
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