Light trucks and SUVs will not have to struggle for grip in winter by installing Dunlop Grandtrek SJ6 tires. These winter tires feature a special glass fiber rubber compound that enhances grip on snowy and icy surfaces. Road noise will be low thanks to an optimized tread pattern. For providing drivers with confidence in deep snow, this tire comes with a Three Peak Mountain Snowflake certification. As per the parameters, we found the Grandtrek SJ6 to be suitable for an average SimpleScore of 8.6. More details about its features and uses can be found during this Dunlop Grandtrek SJ6 review.

Features and Benefits

Zigzag grooves in the center do not just provide great handling performance but also enable the brakes to stop quickly. They also create strong snow pillars for generating confident grip on snow. A wider footprint is made possible thanks to the new tread design, leading to better traction on ice and longer tread life. As the standout feature of this tire, the new tread design deserves a high Dunlop Grandtrek SJ6 rating. Below are the SJ6’s features and benefits in some detail:

• Great dry traction: A ply line and optimized mold shape ensure a rubber contact patch for consistent dry traction at highway speeds.
• Confidence on ice: This tire features a special glass fiber compound for grip that generates confidence on ice. Additionally, you can also expect a Three Mountain Snowflake certification, enabling us to award an average traction SimpleScore of 8.3.
• Long tread life: A smart tread pattern, in combination with high tread depth, fends off uneven tread wear to provide long tread life, resulting in a phenomenal average longevity SimpleScore of 9.9.
• Great performance: Zigzag grooves, a high tread depth, and a symmetrical tread design are responsible for great performance as per an average handling SimpleScore of 7.6.
• Quiet ride: The tread design and optimized groove distribution ensure a quiet ride.
• Looks great: A new sidewall makes the Grandtrek SJ6 look attractive.

Pros and Cons

A consistent contact patch is most useful for stability at high speeds, and the same is visible here. Despite this being a light truck tire, you can expect a quiet ride, free from vibrations and noise. The pros and cons of the Grandtrek SJ6 have been listed below:

PROS:

• Great snow traction
• Three Peak Mountain Snowflake certification
• Great handling
• Quiet and comfortable ride

CONS:

• No limited manufacturer warranty
• Cannot be used when temperatures are consistently above 45 degrees Fahrenheit
• The tire cannot be pinned with studs to further enhance traction in severe ice and snow

SimpleTire’s view on Dunlop Grandtrek SJ6 tires

The Dunlop Grandtrek SJ6, the studless winter tire, has been specifically designed for sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks. Strong traction on ice and snow is a major feature, and the tire has been labeled with the Three Peak Mountain Snowflake mark for satisfying the industry's stringent snow servicing criteria. While an even contact patch is made possible by a ply line and optimized mold form, a unique glass fiber-reinforced tread provides exceptional ice traction. During the Dunlop Grandtrek SJ6 tire review, we found the tire’s zigzag grooves generate tremendous braking performance and make drivers feel confident during handling, with the wide footprint being helpful as well. Dunlop is a brand under Goodyear and the properties of high-quality rubber are visible here.

Vehicles the Dunlop Grandtrek SJ6 is a good replacement tire for

You can expect large tire sizes since these tires are suitable for SUVs and light trucks. This is one of the rare tires that has separate features for traction on snow and ice. Dunlop advises you to change all four tires and not just one. The following vehicles are suitable for the Grandtrek SJ6:

• Buick Encore
• Chevrolet Trax
• Ford Edge
• Jeep Liberty
• Nissan Titan
• RAM 1500
• Toyota 4Runner