Falken Wildpeak A/T A/T3WA review
The Falken Wildpeak A/T Trail (A/T3WA) is widely regarded as a premier all-terrain tire for CUVs and small SUVs, particularly within the Subaru community. Users consistently praise its exceptional balance of rugged off-road capability, impressive winter weather performance, and surprisingly refined on-road manners.
Owners rate it 16.9 points higher than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
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
94.2%By road tests
77.3%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 667 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Falken Wildpeak A/T Trail (A/T3WA) is widely regarded as a premier all-terrain tire for CUVs and small SUVs, particularly within the Subaru community. Users consistently praise its exceptional balance of rugged off-road capability, impressive winter weather performance, and surprisingly refined on-road manners. While some drivers report minor decreases in fuel economy and slight increases in road noise, the consensus is that these trade-offs are negligible given the significant gains in traction and durability.
Pros
- Exceptional traction in snow, slush, and icy conditions.
- Robust construction with high resistance to punctures from rocks and debris.
- Surprisingly quiet and comfortable ride quality for an all-terrain tire.
- Aggressive, aesthetically pleasing sidewall and tread design.
- Reliable performance across diverse terrains including mud, gravel, and wet pavement.
Cons
- Reported reduction in fuel economy (MPG) for many users.
- Slight increase in road noise compared to standard highway all-season tires.
- Some users report a 'spongy' or less responsive steering feel on asphalt.
- Tread life concerns for those driving primarily on rough, abrasive road surfaces.
- Increased tire weight can impact vehicle handling dynamics on lighter crossovers.
Worth knowing
- Subaru owners (Forester, Outback, Crosstrek) frequently cite this tire as the ideal 'stock replacement' for improved capability.
- Hybrid vehicle owners (RAV4 Hybrid) noted a measurable, though often acceptable, decrease in fuel efficiency.
- EV owners (Chevy Bolt) reported that the tires provided a more comfortable, cushioned ride compared to OEM self-sealing tires.
2 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2025 ADAC All Terrain tire Test · 225/65 R17
2nd of 8
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 8 | |
| Wet Circle | 1st of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 8 | |
| Snow Braking | 5th of 8 | |
| Snow Traction | 2nd of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 8 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 3rd of 8 | |
| Gravel Traction | 8th of 8 |
Best All Terrain tires Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] · 255/55 R18
1st of 7
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 2nd of 7 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 7 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 7 | |
| Dry Handling | 4th of 7 | |
| Snow Braking | 4th of 7 | |
| Snow Traction | 4th of 7 | |
| Snow Handling | 4th of 7 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 4th of 7 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 7 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 2nd of 7 | |
| Noise | 7th of 7 | |
| Gravel Handling | 1st of 7 | |
| Gravel Traction | 2nd of 7 | |
| Sand Traction | 6th of 7 | |
| Gravel Braking | 1st of 7 | |
| Mud Traction | 2nd of 7 |