Dunlop Grandtrek AT22 Review — Mid-Range All-Terrain for NZ Lifestyle 4x4s
Overall Rating: 8.7 / 10
Category: All-Terrain
Price in NZ: From $456 per tyre
Best for: Toyota Hilux, Ford Ranger, Prado — mid-range AT for NZ mixed use
Quick Verdict
The Dunlop Grandtrek AT22 sits between the budget AT20 and the more capable AT30 in the Grandtrek all-terrain family. It delivers solid mixed on/off-road performance with better tarmac refinement than the AT20 and competitive off-road capability for the typical NZ lifestyle property and rural driving use case. For Hilux and Ranger owners who want a step up from the AT20 without paying AT30 prices — the AT22 is a practical mid-range choice.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Category | All-Terrain |
| Speed Ratings | R (170), S (180), T (190) km/h |
| Available Rim Sizes | 15″, 16″, 17″, 18″ |
| NZ Price Range | $456 – $640 (varies by size) |
Performance Profile
The AT22 improves on the AT20’s tarmac refinement while maintaining adequate off-road capability for the most common NZ rural use cases — gravel farm access, light mud, and rough track driving. The compound is quieter on tarmac than the AT20, making the AT22 more comfortable for the dual-use Hilux owner who splits time between highway driving and farm access.
Off-road: Solid — the AT22 handles the standard NZ rural terrain competently. More demanding off-road work (steep clay, rocky backcountry) is better handled by the AT30 or AT5.
On-road: Better than AT20, slightly louder than AT30 — appropriate middle ground.
AT22 vs AT30 vs AT20 Comparison
| Model | Off-Road | Road Noise | Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT5 | Excellent | High | $453+ | Serious off-road |
| AT30 | Good | Low | $388+ | Mixed daily use |
| AT22 | Good | Moderate | $456+ | Mid-range AT |
| AT20 | Moderate | Moderate | $274+ | Budget AT |
Note: The AT30 is cheaper ($388) than the AT22 ($456) while delivering better road refinement — making the AT30 generally the better value choice unless specific AT22 sizes are needed.
NZ Road Conditions Assessment
Rural NZ: Good. A competent all-terrain for typical NZ rural use. The AT30’s better value proposition (lower price, better road refinement) makes the AT22 a secondary choice — choose the AT22 if your specific size is only available in this model, or if you need the AT22’s specific load rating configuration.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Mid-range AT capability between AT20 and AT30
- Dunlop quality and NZ availability
- Better road refinement than AT20
Cons
- More expensive than AT30 ($456 vs $388) while delivering similar or slightly less road refinement
- AT30 is generally the better value Grandtrek AT choice
Sources
- Dunlop Grandtrek AT22 — dunlop.eu — accessed 2026-06-01
- Tyroola NZ pricing — tyroola.co.nz/tyre/dunlop/ — accessed 2026-06-01
Related Pages
- Dunlop Grandtrek AT30 — better value option
- Dunlop Grandtrek AT5 — for serious off-road
- Dunlop Tyres NZ — brand overview