Top 3 Best Dunlop Tires for 2026
One thing to know before we start: there are two Dunlops in the world. In North America, the Dunlop consumer tire brand has been owned by Goodyear since 1999 — that's the Dunlop on this page, the one we sell. The other Dunlop (owned by Sumitomo) sells tires like the Grandtrek AT5 and SP Sport Maxx 060+ on other continents; you can't buy them from a GTA dealer, so they don't appear in this ranking. For the full story on the brand, read our Dunlop brand profile.
Dunlop's North American lineup is a small, honest one: a genuinely good winter tire, a proven SUV all-season, and a value touring tire that's been quietly doing its job since 2012. No bloat, no gimmicks.
Here are the three Dunlops actually worth your money in 2026, ranked — and yes, we sell and install all of them at your driveway across the GTA.
#1 — Winter Maxx WM02: the winter flagship
Re-announced by Dunlop in September 2026 for the 2026–27 winter season — no successor exists, and this remains the winter tire to buy. The WM02 carries the 3PMSF severe-snow rating and backs it with something almost unheard of for a winter tire: Dunlop's Maxx Warranty, including a 50,000-mile limited tread-life warranty, road hazard protection, a 90-day free trial, and roadside assistance. Winter tires almost never get mileage warranties — this one does.
The asymmetric MAXX Grip tread uses interlocking 3D sipes that bite on ice while keeping the tread blocks rigid for dry-road handling, and the compound stays flexible well below freezing. Sizes run from 205/65R15 up to 225/55R18, T-speed rated, aimed at passenger cars and small crossovers.
For a GTA winter on a sedan or small crossover, this is the Dunlop to buy. Full stop.
Our #1 pick: the Winter Maxx WM02
Dunlop's winter flagship — re-announced September 2026 for the 2026–27 winter season, with the 3PMSF severe-snow rating and a Maxx Warranty that includes a rare 50,000-mile tread-life warranty on a winter tire. Interlocking 3D sipes bite on ice while keeping dry-road handling sharp. For a GTA winter on a sedan or small crossover, this is where you start.
#2 — Grandtrek AT20: the proven SUV all-season
The Grandtrek AT20 is Dunlop's long-running SUV and light-truck all-season — a longtime original-equipment fitment on Toyota trucks and SUVs, which tells you what you need to know about its durability. VersaLoad Technology keeps handling consistent across load conditions, the multi-pitch tread keeps it quiet, and it's backed by a 60,000-mile (95,000 km) treadlife warranty.
Honest caveat: it's a standard all-season, not 3PMSF-rated. For the other three seasons it's a proven, comfortable SUV tire; for deep winter, pair it with the Winter Maxx tires on this page.
#3 — Signature II: the value touring tire
The Signature II has been around since 2012 — old design, still current, still selling. Why? Because it's the value play done right: a 65,000-mile (105,000 km) warranty (the longest Dunlop warranty in this ranking), Evaqua grooves for wet traction, and a symmetric tread that wears evenly on sedans, coupes, minivans, and crossovers in 14 to 17 inches.
It's not fancy and it's not 3PMSF-rated. But if you want the most miles per dollar Dunlop offers, this is it.
Honorable mention: Winter Maxx SJ8
The WM02 covers cars and small crossovers — the SJ8 is its sibling for everyone else. Announced alongside the WM02 in September 2026, it's the studless winter tire for CUVs, SUVs, and light trucks. If you drive something bigger than a small crossover and want the Dunlop winter answer, this is it.
The quick verdict
- Sedan or small crossover, dedicated winter: Winter Maxx WM02 — rare 50,000-mile winter warranty.
- SUV or truck, three-season all-season: Grandtrek AT20 — proven, 60,000-mile warranty, not winter-rated.
- Most miles per dollar: Signature II — 65,000-mile warranty, honest value touring.
- Bigger vehicle, dedicated winter: Winter Maxx SJ8 — the WM02's SUV sibling.
Check the current tire rebates before you buy — manufacturer offers change seasonally, and we'll make sure you get every dollar. You can also browse the full range on our shop tires and wheels page.
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We sell and install the full Dunlop range across the GTA, at your driveway and on your schedule. Text or call (647) 819-0490 with your tire size and we'll give you a straight quote — no upsell.
FAQ
Q: What is the best Dunlop tire overall? A: The Winter Maxx WM02. Re-announced in September 2026 for the 2026–27 winter season, it's Dunlop's current winter flagship — 3PMSF severe-snow rating plus a rare 50,000-mile limited tread-life warranty under Dunlop's Maxx Warranty. For Ontario winters on a car or small crossover, it's the best Dunlop tire you can buy.
Q: Is there a difference between Dunlop tires sold in Canada and elsewhere? A: Yes. In North America the Dunlop consumer tire brand is owned by Goodyear; in Japan, Asia-Pacific, and other regions it's owned by Sumitomo, with a different lineup. Tires like the Grandtrek AT5 and SP Sport Maxx 060+ are Sumitomo-region models not sold in Canada — the Dunlops we sell and rank here are the Goodyear-region lineup.
Q: What is the best Dunlop tire for SUVs? A: It depends on the season. For three-season driving, the Grandtrek AT20 — a proven SUV all-season with a 60,000-mile (95,000 km) warranty. For winter, the Winter Maxx SJ8 — Dunlop's studless winter tire built for CUVs, SUVs, and light trucks.
Q: Which Dunlop tire lasts the longest? A: The Signature II. Its 65,000-mile (105,000 km) limited treadwear warranty is the longest Dunlop warranty in this ranking. It's a value touring tire for sedans, coupes, minivans, and crossovers — honest note: it's a 2012-era design and not 3PMSF-rated.
Q: Can I run the Grandtrek AT20 year-round in Ontario? A: For spring, summer, and fall, yes — it's a solid three-season SUV tire. But it's not 3PMSF-rated, so for real Ontario winter we recommend a dedicated winter set like the Winter Maxx WM02 (cars and small crossovers) or Winter Maxx SJ8 (larger SUVs and trucks).
Q: What is the best Dunlop winter tire for a truck or SUV? A: The Winter Maxx SJ8. Announced in September 2026 alongside the WM02, it's Dunlop's studless winter tire for CUVs, SUVs, and light trucks — the winter answer for vehicles the car-sized WM02 doesn't cover.
Q: Where can I buy Dunlop tires in the GTA? A: From Sparky X Mobile Tire Shop. We sell and install Dunlop tires across the GTA at your driveway — text or call (647) 819-0490 with your tire size for a straight quote, or read our Dunlop brand profile first.
